China's Antimony Ingot Output Drops 9% in August 2026, Reflecting Lower Ore Imports

Published: Sep 1, 2026 16:25

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According to SMM assessment, China’s antimony ingot output (converted from antimony ingots, crude antimony, cathode antimony, etc.) in August 2026 fell by approximately 9% month‑on‑month compared with the previous month, showing a downward trend. As for the decline in antimony output in August, some market participants regard it as a normal development. After all, judging from customs data, the sharp drop in overseas antimony ore imports in July is bound to translate into a reduction in antimony ingot production.

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