1 Jan 2025
Mine Restart for Aluminum in China
China smelters in several provinces resumed production or completed upgrades in 2025, including new potlines, enhancing domestic output.
China trade
Aluminium Ash
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20 Nov 2019
Tariff Change for Aluminum in China
The U.S. International Trade Commission confirmed that Chinese subsidies and dumping injured U.S. cable and wire producers, reinforcing import restrictions.
30 Oct 2019
Tariff Change for Aluminum in China
The U.S. Department of Commerce announced final antidumping duties on aluminum cable and wire from China, creating an import barrier.
1 Jul 2019
Regulatory Change for Aluminum in China
China imposed restrictions on aluminum scrap imports, limiting secondary smelters’ ability to purchase scrap.
1 Nov 2018
Export Restriction for Aluminum in China
China increased its export tax rebate on aluminum foil products to 16%, boosting exporter competitiveness.
1 Nov 2018
Tariff Change for Aluminum in China
The U.S. Department of Commerce imposed antidumping duties on Chinese aluminum foil imports.
1 Nov 2018
Tariff Change for Aluminum in China
The U.S. Department of Commerce imposed antidumping duties on Chinese common aluminum alloy sheet imports.
1 Nov 2018
Tariff Change for Aluminum in China
The U.S. Department of Commerce imposed countervailing duties on Chinese common aluminum alloy sheet imports.
1 Oct 2018
Regulatory Change for Aluminum in China
China imposed another 30% cut in smelter and alumina refinery capacity from Oct 1 2018 to Mar 31 2019, affecting production.
1 Oct 2018
Regulatory Change for Aluminum in China
China required a 50% reduction in carbon anode plant capacity during winter 2018–2019 to reduce emissions.
1 Oct 2018
Regulatory Change for Aluminum in China
China ordered a 30% capacity shut‑down for aluminum smelters and alumina refineries from October 1, 2018 to March 31, 2019 to curb pollution.
1 Sep 2018
Export Restriction for Aluminum in China
China offered a 13% export tax rebate on selected aluminum products, providing incentives for exporters.
1 Sep 2018
Tariff Change for Aluminum in China
The U.S. Trade Representative announced a 10% tariff on aluminum items, including scrap, imported from China.
1 Aug 2018
Tariff Change for Aluminum in China
China imposed an additional 25% tariff on U.S. aluminum scrap imports, further tightening market access.
1 Jul 2018
Regulatory Change for Aluminum in China
China ordered a 30% reduction in smelter and alumina refinery capacity from Nov 15 2017 to Mar 15 2018 to curb pollution, curtailing domestic production.
22 May 2018
Regulatory Change for Aluminum in China
China allowed U.S. scrap to be inspected and shipped via Canadian ports, easing restrictions.
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