East China Smelter Halts Production, Affecting 600 mt Daily Lead Output Due to Equipment Failure

Published: Sep 10, 2026 15:54

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[Secondary Lead Production Updates] A large secondary lead smelter in east China halted production due to equipment failure, with maintenance expected to last until month-end, affecting refined lead production by around 600 mt per day.

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