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Lead: proposal to include it in REACH list would stifle innovation and investment
Companies confirm that ECHA’s plan to include metallic lead in its 11th recommendation for substances to be included on the REACH authorization list threatens a wide range of EU industries, from battery manufacturers to European metal recyclers, creating more...
Aluminum: new Covid cases exacerbate supply disruptions in China
On Tuesday, Feb. 7, Baise, China’s main aluminum-producing city, reported a surge in local covid-19 cases for the third consecutive day and the resulting lockout, which exacerbated concerns about supply disruptions for the metal. Restrictions due to increased...
Aluminum: prices reach target expected 2 weeks ago
As expected a couple of weeks ago, aluminum reached highs at $3228/mt (highs today at $3234.50/mt). Click here for the full story.
Copper: MMG set to halt operations at Las Bambas mine
MMG reported Monday that it will have to halt production at its Las Bambas copper mine in Peru until February 20, following a new and ongoing blockade of the road used by the company, which has already forced the Chinese miner to curtail operations. Residents of...