Core Copper Scrap Supplying Countries Concentrated Shipments in March

Published: Apr 21, 2026 10:13

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[Latest data from the General Administration of Customs] Japan and Thailand together accounted for 36.19% of total imports in March, both with MoM increases exceeding 50%, serving as direct support for the import surge. Specifically, Japan: exports to China in March reached 41,500 mt (18.24% share), up 53.61% YoY and 56.28% MoM; Thailand: exports to China in March reached 40,800 mt (17.95% share), up 107.33% YoY and 54.97% MoM.

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