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Chinese aluminum exports increase 10.9% in Jun amid trade war intensification

17 Jul 2018 16:16 reported by Raul Lee

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It was reported that Chinese aluminum product exports reached 510,000 tons in June, with a worth of RMB 9.41, which was the second time ever exceed half a million tons.

Even though Chinese aluminum products were subject to 10% import tariffs in the US since March 23rd, the strong international prices and a weak Chinese RMB meant continuing shipments from China.

It was believed that Chinese aluminum exports in July exports will keep a high level because of the weak currency and inactive domestic market. Besides, aluminum prices in the US and Europe were strong, although it was weakened in Chinese market.