Core Insights - China's copper scrap imports in December 2025 reached 238,976.87 tons, representing a month-on-month increase of 14.83% and a year-on-year growth of 9.90% [1][3] Import Sources - Japan remains the largest source of copper scrap imports, with 39,349.80 tons imported in December 2025, showing a month-on-month decrease of 2.25% but a year-on-year increase of 37.41% [1][3] - Thailand is the second-largest source, with imports of 35,622.20 tons, reflecting a month-on-month increase of 4.74% and a significant year-on-year increase of 105.62% [1][3] Detailed Import Data - The following table summarizes the copper scrap imports from various countries in December 2025: | Country | Import Volume (tons) | Month-on-Month Change | Year-on-Year Change | |------------------|----------------------|-----------------------|---------------------| | Japan | 39,349.80 | -2.25% | 37.41% | | Thailand | 35,622.20 | 4.74% | 105.62% | | South Korea | 13,174.93 | -27.55% | 22.52% | | Spain | 11,259.83 | 182.53% | 99.93% | | United Kingdom | 10,890.70 | 45.64% | 20.70% | | Canada | 8,576.56 | 9.49% | 98.19% | | Saudi Arabia | 7,173.05 | 43.38% | 49.54% | | Mexico | 6,273.44 | -19.35% | 12.48% | | Italy | 5,534.66 | 52.82% | 65.31% | | Australia | 5,112.72 | 22.66% | 17.22% | | Germany | 3,804.11 | 21.84% | 3.38% | | Philippines | 3,728.84 | 44.99% | 24.44% | | France | 3,007.74 | 96.62% | 146.04% | | India | 2,759.17 | 119.23% | 50.34% | | Others | Various | Various | Various | This data indicates a diverse range of sources for copper scrap imports, with notable increases from several countries [1][2][3]