A zinc smelter in central China plans to conduct maintenance in mid-June

Published: May 12, 2026 11:40

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According to SMM, a zinc smelter in central China plans to conduct maintenance for 15 days in mid-June, which is expected to affect around 5,000 mt. SMM will continue to track the actual maintenance situation.

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