China’s Molybdenum Oxide Imports Increased and Exports Decreased in February 2026

Published: Mar 21, 2026 13:44
[Molybdenum Oxide Import and Export Information] SMM News, March 21: Customs data showed that China imported 2,629 mt of molybdenum oxide (physical content) in February 2026, up 386.78% YoY and up 28.12% MoM. Cumulative imports of molybdenum oxide in January-February totaled 4,680 mt (physical content), up 427.03% YoY. In February 2026, China exported 689 mt of molybdenum oxide (physical content), down 43.96% YoY and down 32.2% MoM. Cumulative exports of molybdenum oxide in January-February totaled 1,706 mt (physical content), down 25.90% YoY.

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