Data from the Customs Statistics Online Query Platform provides critical visibility into China’s aluminum industry chain performance in October 2025.
1. Bauxite Ore & Concentrates: YoY Growth Sustained Amid MoM Dip
As the foundational raw material for aluminum production, China’s October imports of bauxite ore and concentrates reached 13,766,057.98 tons. The volume saw a 13.30% month-on-month (MoM) decrease but maintained a strong 12.49% year-on-year (YoY) growth—indicating stable long-term demand.
- Guinea (Top Supplier): Import volume hit 8,997,801.96 tons, down 14.24% MoM but up 19.16% YoY, reinforcing its status as China’s most reliable bauxite source.
- Australia (Second-Largest Source): Imports rose 2.34% MoM to 3,824,284.89 tons, with a 3.51% YoY increase, reflecting consistent supply from traditional partners.
2. Alumina Exports: Regional Demand Surges Despite MoM Decline
Alumina the intermediate product between bauxite and primary aluminum—recorded October exports of 175,681.25 tons. While the figure dropped 28.71% MoM, it still achieved a 3.21% YoY rise, driven by targeted market demand.
- Russia (Top Destination): Export volume reached 163,218.78 tons, down 29.48% MoM but up 6.84% YoY, maintaining a core export channel.
- China Taiwan (Fast-Growing Market): Shipments surged 140.22% MoM to 2,586.61 tons, with a 68.05% YoY jump, highlighting booming regional processing demand.
3. Primary Aluminum Imports: YoY Surge Led by Diversified Supply
October primary aluminum imports totaled 248,351.67 tons, up 1.85% MoM and a remarkable 42.08% YoY— a signal of strong downstream processing needs.
- Russia (Leading Source): Imports stood at 157,657.56 tons, down 10.38% MoM but up 7.55% YoY, retaining its top position.
- Indonesia (Emerging Supplier): Imports soared 363.50% YoY to 36,435.96 tons (18.45% MoM rise), marking successful supply chain diversification.
4. Aluminum Scrap Imports: Steady Growth for Sustainable Production
Aluminum scrap and debris— a key feedstock for recycled aluminum (critical for low-carbon processing)—saw October imports of 158,360.01 tons, up 1.90% MoM and 19.00% YoY.
- Thailand (Top Source): Imports reached 26,708.18 tons (16.45% YoY growth) despite a 33.61% MoM dip, remaining a core scrap supplier.
- UK (Growing Partner): Imports climbed 29.29% MoM to 21,844.44 tons, with a 45.43% YoY increase, supporting sustainable production goals.
For aluminum sheet, bar, tube and machining enterprises, this October data confirms a resilient supply chain: stable raw material (bauxite, scrap) inflows and growing primary aluminum imports ensure production continuity, while targeted alumina exports reflect market demand trends—all essential for navigating cost volatility and securing supply reliability.
Post time: Nov-26-2025