Limited Imported Zinc Concentrate Volumes Amid Smelters' Domestic Preference

Published: Jun 12, 2026 18:43

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【Imported Zinc Concentrate Market】Offer volumes of imported zinc concentrate remained limited this week. Smelters prioritized purchasing domestic ore, resulting in sluggish trading sentiment for imported zinc concentrate overall.

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