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Summary of Zhuhua Co. Conference Call Industry and Company Overview - Company: Zhuhua Co. - Industry: Chromium products, specifically focusing on chromium oxide and alloy additives Key Points and Arguments 1. Revenue Structure: The revenue share from chromium oxide has decreased, but the diversification into alloy additives (including metallic chromium and chromium corundum) has compensated for this, optimizing the sales structure [2][3] 2. Performance in Q3 2025: Zhuhua Co. achieved a revenue of 410 million yuan, a year-on-year increase of 12.6%, primarily due to internal potential and external integration efforts [3] 3. Production Challenges: The production of sodium dichromate decreased due to issues with new equipment at the Chongqing base, leading to inventory buildup [2][6] 4. Market Recovery: A market recovery was noted in September, with price increases in October, following a significant rise in demand for metallic chromium [2][6] 5. Expansion Plans: The company plans to integrate with Xinjiang Province to enhance resource acquisition, production processes, and market expansion capabilities, aiming to stabilize raw material supply and improve profitability [2][9] 6. Production Capacity Increase: Zhuhua Co. is expanding its metallic chromium production line, with new capacity expected to be released gradually from late 2025 to early 2026 [2][10] 7. Global Market Strategy: The company is pursuing a global expansion strategy to absorb new production capacity, leveraging its metal supply chain [4][12] 8. Inventory Management: The company typically aims for a balance between production and sales, with inventory levels expected to normalize following market recovery [4][15] 9. Future Supply and Demand: A tight supply of metallic chromium is anticipated in Q4 2025 and Q1 2026, influenced by current market conditions [4][16] 10. Integration with Xinjiang: The integration with Xinjiang is expected to enhance production efficiency and market share, with a focus on producing chromium oxide green [2][13] 11. Chongqing Base Expansion: The Chongqing base is set to double its production capacity to 200,000 tons of sodium dichromate by Q4 2027, positioning it as the largest single chromium salt facility globally [4][14] 12. Market Dynamics: The company is cautious about predicting metallic chromium prices due to market volatility and competition, focusing more on sales volume than price [4][19] 13. Strategic Adjustments: The company will continue to adjust its production plans based on market demand and strategic developments [4][18] Additional Important Information - Price Fluctuations: The price of metallic chromium has seen significant fluctuations, peaking in June 2025 before experiencing a downturn [7][18] - Inventory Levels: As of September, the company had approximately 8,000 tons of sodium dichromate in inventory, primarily concentrated in metallic lines [6][15] - Regulatory Environment: The company is navigating regulatory challenges related to its restructuring plans, with a focus on maintaining operational continuity [17]