China's Bismuth Trioxide Exports Rebound in May 2026, Surpassing 1,000 Tonnes

SMM, July 2 — According to SMM, Shandong Humon has launched a public tender today for its selenium ingots, grade Se99. The quantity is 7,039.15 kilograms. Per the official announcement, the selenium ingots comply with the standard YS/T 223-2007 (see the attached assay certificate for details) and are packaged in white iron drums. Delivery is on a buyer's self-collection basis, with freight costs borne by the buyer. Transport must comply with national regulations, using vehicles with full hazardous chemical transport qualifications. The buyer must collect the goods by July 24, 2026. The delivery location is Shandong Humon Smelting Co., Ltd.

According to SMM estimates, China's refined bismuth production in June 2026 will show little change compared with May, edging up by less than 1% month-on-month. Many market participants expect that the tightness in raw material supply for domestic bismuth producers is unlikely to ease significantly as summer sets in, and production will likely continue to be constrained. Refined bismuth output is expected to remain largely steady, though a decline cannot be ruled out.