Northwest China Mine Launches June Zinc Concentrate Tender at Reduced Treatment Charge

Published: Jun 12, 2026 18:40
【Domestic Zinc Concentrate Tender】According to SMM, a mine in northwest China recently launched a self-pickup tender for June zinc concentrate at a treatment charge below -700 RMB per metal ton, representing a month-on-month drop of approximately 1,000 RMB per metal ton. SMM will keep tracking subsequent fluctuations in treatment charges.

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