Group 1 - The price of aluminum scrap in Japan is rising, with cutting scrap prices reaching over five times the level of ten years ago due to a decrease in waste generation from halted demolition projects [2][4] - The Tokyo Aluminum Center reports a significant reduction in the inflow of scrap materials, with a 3.4% decrease in transaction volume expected for 2024, marking three consecutive years of decline [6] - The trend of internal recycling of non-ferrous metal scrap by manufacturing companies is increasing, leading to a reduction in market supply [6][10] Group 2 - The number of scrap yards in Chiba Prefecture is expected to increase by over 60% by March 2025, attributed to the influx of Chinese enterprises taking advantage of the depreciated yen [8] - Japan's aluminum scrap exports exceeded 400,000 tons from January to November, marking a significant increase compared to previous years, while copper scrap exports also saw an 18% year-on-year growth [10] - Domestic recycling businesses in Japan are struggling, with many facing difficulties in securing scrap materials, raising concerns about the sustainability of Japan's circular economy [10]
日本废铝价格10年涨至5倍，中国因素？
日经中文网·2026-01-25 00:33