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China produced 92.45 million tonnes of alumina of all grades, including metallurgical-grade material, in 2025, up 8% from 2024, according to the latest data released by the country’s National Bureau of Statistics (NBS). This marked the highest level since the NBS began releasing the data in February
China's bauxite imports climbed by a marked 26.4% on year to total 200.5 million tonnes in 2025, according to the latest data released by the country's General Administration of Customs (GACC).
China exported 2.55 million tonnes of alumina during 2025, higher by a huge 42.7% from the 2024 total, according to the latest data released by the country's General Administration of Customs (GACC).
China's alumina market remained under pressure during the January 9-15 week, as inventories continued to accumulate despite largely stable production and demand, weighing further on spot alumina prices.
China's primary aluminum output totalled 45.02 million tonnes during 2025, up by 2.4% from the 2024 total, according to the latest data released by the country's National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
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