Japan’s Primary Aluminum Imports Rise Despite Weak Domestic Demand

Post Views: 339 Japan’s Aluminum Japan’s primary aluminum imports increased by 1.9pc year-on-year, reaching 1.05mn t in 2024. This rise occurred despite a drop in Russian deliveries, offset by increased shipments from India, South Africa, and the UAE. Australia remained Japan’s largest primary aluminum supplier, accounting for over 28pc of imports with nearly 300,000t. Brazil followed as the second-largest supplier, contributing 170,000t, or about 16pc of Japan’s imports. The UAE and India significantly increased their shipments. UAE deliveries rose by 14pc to 107,000t,...