China's Silicon Metal Import and Export Data in March 2025 and Q1 Summary

Published: Apr 21, 2025 11:13

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【China's Silicon Metal Import and Export Data】Customs data showed that in March 2025, silicon metal exports reached 59,500 mt, up 35% MoM but down 7% YoY. From January to March 2025, cumulative silicon metal exports totaled 156,200 mt, down 5% YoY. In terms of imports, China's silicon metal imports in March 2025 stood at 1,600 mt, down 5% MoM but up 23% YoY. From January to March 2025, cumulative silicon metal imports amounted to 4,700 mt, down 26% YoY.

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