Core Viewpoint - The report from the National Bureau of Statistics indicates that China's zinc production in August 2025 reached 651,000 tons, representing a year-on-year increase of 22.8% [1] Production Insights - In August, domestic smelters increased production, with regular maintenance occurring in regions such as Hunan and Gansu. In contrast, areas like Shaanxi and Inner Mongolia focused on resuming operations after maintenance. Additionally, new production capacity in regions like Jiangxi and Inner Mongolia continued to be released, leading to a month-on-month increase in zinc production [1] - In September, SMM reported that maintenance at smelters was primarily concentrated in Henan, Inner Mongolia, Hunan, and Yunnan. Some recycled zinc enterprises experienced a decline in production due to rising raw material prices and tight supply. However, production increased in regions such as Hunan, Shaanxi, Gansu, and Hubei, resulting in an overall production adjustment [1]