A Zinc Smelter in Central China to Undergo Maintenance in Mid-May, Expected to Affect 4 kt

Published: Apr 23, 2026 13:12

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[A Zinc Smelter in Central China Plans to Undergo Maintenance in Mid-May] According to SMM, a zinc smelter in central China plans to undergo maintenance in mid-May. The maintenance is expected to last about one month, with an estimated overall impact of around 4 kt. SMM will continue to track the actual maintenance progress.

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