Lead Prices Rise, Recyclers Hold Back, Smelters Increase Scrap Battery Purchase Prices

Published: Aug 10, 2026 15:09

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[Waste Lead-Acid Battery Market Dynamics] Intraday lead prices drifted higher, and sentiment of holding back from selling among waste lead-acid battery recyclers intensified. Some secondary lead smelters plan to raise scrap battery purchase prices to ensure raw material arrivals. It is reported that a company in east China has raised its water battery price by 20 yuan/mt, while its EV battery price remains unchanged, effective tomorrow.

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