Top 10 Chinese Importers of Zinc Australian Miners Should Know In 2026

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May 4, 2026 By David Meade

Introduction

China remains the world’s largest buyer of zinc ore and concentrates. As demand for zinc batters and construction grows, Chinese smelters and traders are looking to continue to source high-quality zinc from a reliable supplier abroad.

For Australian miners, Chinese buyers can offer long-term business agreements, stable revenue, and provide access to the Chinese industrial market. Hence, it is important to stay updated and learn about the different Chinese buyers of zinc ore.

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10. Tianjin Ohsung Electric Machinery Co., Ltd.

Image collage of Tian Ohsung Electric Machinery and its factory operations at Tianjin.

Ohsung Electric Machinery Tianjin Factory imports zinc to be used to create electrical and industrial appliances.

Tianjin Ohsung Electric Machinery Co., Ltd. Overview

A large trading and manufacturing firm based in Tainjin, China. The factory is known for importing zinc metal and concentrates for use in electrical and industrial applications.

Tianjin Ohsung Electric Machinery At A Glance

Headquarters: Tianjin, China

CEO: Mr. Zhang Wei

Founding Date: 1996

Industry: Electrical manufacturing and metal trading

Employees: Around 1,200 employees

Core Products: Zinc metal, copper wire, eclectic machinery parts

Mission Statement

Image of collage of Ohsung Electric Machinery manufacturing factory.

Ohsung Electric Machinery manufacturing factory.

The company’s mission is to provide high-quality industrial materials to China’s manufacturing base.

Key Milestones & Achievements

    • In 2026, Tianjin New Ohsung Electric Machinery expanded into zinc metal imports to support local manufacturing needs.
    • Recognized among the top zinc importers

Contact Information

Address: NO.38 Jiafeng Road, Liuanzhuang Industrial Park, Xiaodian Town, Beichen District, Tianjin, China 300-404

Telephone: +86-22-2662-2611

9. Chifeng Shanjin Ruipeng Trading Co., Ltd.

Image of SMM representative and Chifeng Shanjin Ruipeng Trading representative posing for the photo.

Chifeng Shanjing Ruipen Trading visted by SMM to strengthen communication with each other.

Chifeng Shanjin Ruipeng Trading Co., Ltd. Overview

A major Chinese non-ferrous metal reading company with a strong focus on zinc and lead concentrate imports and long-term relationships with smelters.

Chifeng Shanjing Ruipeng Trading At A Glance

Headquarters: Wenginute Banner, Chifeng City, Inner Mongolia

Legal Representative: Ji Guoqing

Founding Date: 2005

Industry: Non-ferrous metals trading

Employees: Less than 100 employees

Core Products: Zinc ores and concentrates, lead ores and concentrates, and other non-ferrous metals

Mission Statement

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Chifengshan Shanjin Ruipeng in discussion with SMM.

Their company slogan is “resources first, benefit first, innovation first,” expressing its mission to be a constantly developing company and be first in all aspects of the business.

Key Milestones & Achievements

    • The company was accredited as a “price standard unit” for lead and zinc concentrates by the Shanghai Non-Ferrous Metals Price Index.

8. XIAMEN ITG Non-Ferrous Metals Co., Ltd.

XIAMEN ITG’s metal product types include billets, slabs, wire rods, etc.

XIAMEN ITG Non-Ferrous Metals Co., Ltd. Overview

A trading subsidiary of ITG Group focused on importing and distributing non-ferrous metals, including zinc and copper.

XIAMEN ITG Non-Ferrous Metals At A Glance

Headquarters: Xiamen, Fujian, China

CEO: Mr. Chen Rong

Founding Date: 2005

Industry: Non-ferrous metal trading

Employees: An estimated 500 employees

Core Products: Zinc ore concentrate, copper ore, aluminum

The company’s mission statement is to deliver quality raw materials to Chinese smelters efficiently and transparently.

Key Milestones & Achievements

    • Ranked among China’s top 10 zinc ore importers.
    • ITF Holding Group is a Fortune Global Top 500 company.

Contact Information

Website: http://www.itg.com.cn:81/en/business/detail/206

Telephone:86-592-5160262

7. Shaanxi Sengen Trade Co., Ltd.

Shaanxi Sengen Trade Co., Ltd. Overview

A private Chinese trading company that specializes in importing metal ores (zinc, copper, and lead) for regional smelters.

Shaanxi Sengen Trade At A Glance

Image of Shaanxi Segan Trade’s logo.

Shaanxi Segan Trade’s logo.

Headquarters: Xi’an, Shaanxi, China

CEO: Ms. Liu Fang

Founding Date: 2003

Industry: Metal trading and logistics

Employees: Around 50 employees

Core Products: Zinc concentrate, lead concentrate

Mission Statement

Shaanxi Segan Trade’s mission is to connect global miners with China’s zinc smelting industry.

Key Milestones & Achievements

    • The company recently expanded operations to Tianjin and Ningbo ports for faster import turnover.
    • The company recently secured supply agreements with smelters in Shaanxi and Henan.

6. Henan Yuguang Zinc Industry Co., Ltd.

Image of Henan Yuguang zinc cast alloy packed together and store in a warehouse.

Henan Yuguang Zinc products include zinc ingot, cast zinc alloy, zinc sulfate for industrial use, and many more.

Henan Yuguang Zinc Industry Co., Ltd. Overview

Henan Yugung Zinc Industry is one of China’s top refined zinc producers with a strong smelting capacity.

Henan Yuguang Zinc At A Glance

Headquarters: Jiyan, Henan, China

CEO: Mr. Guo Hongzing

Founding Date: 1987

Industry: Zinc smelting and refining

Employees: Approximately 4,000 employees

Core Products: Refined zinc, zinc oxide, lead products

Mission Statement

Henan Yugung Zinc Industry’s mission is to promote the sustainable development of China’s non-ferrous metals industry.

Key Milestones & Achievements

    • The company expanded smelting capacity to 500,000 tons/year.
    • They recently increased the imported concentrate share to stabilize production costs.

Contact Information

Website: https://www.ygzn.com.cn/en/Index.aspx

Telephone: 0391-6699888

5. Zijin Mining Group Co., Ltd.

Image of Zijin employees quality checking metal products.

Zijin Mining, the largest zinc producer in China and the second largest in Asia.

Zijin Mining Group Co., Ltd. Overview

A global mining giant and one of China’s most diversified non-ferrous producers.

Read more about the company here: https://camaltd.com/zijin-mining-group/

Zijin Mining Group At A Glance

Headquarters: Longyan, Fujian, China

CEO: Mr. Chen Jinghe

Founding Date: 1986

Industry: Mining and Smelting

Employees: Approximately 40,000 employees

Core Products: Gold, copper, zinc, lithium

Mission Statement

The company’s mission is to grow sustainably while serving China’s resource security.

Key Milestones & Achievements

    • Expanded into zinc concentrate imports for overseas operations.
    • Invested in overseas zinc assets in Serbia and Inner Mongolia.

Contact Information

Website: https://www.zijinmining.com/

Telephone: +86 0597-3833105

4. Baiyin Nonferrous Group Co., Ltd.

Baiyin Nonferrous Group facility.

Baiyin Nonferrous Group facility.

Baiyin Nonferrous Group Co., Ltd. Overview

A long-established major non-ferrous metals producer in Gansu Province.

Baiyin Nonferrous Group At A Glance

Headquarters: Baiyin, Gansu, China

CEO: Mr. Wang Jun

Founding Date: 1954

Industry: Non-ferrous smelting and trading

Employees: Around 20,000 employees

Core Products: Copper, zinc, lead

Mission Statement

The company’s mission statement is to advance China’s non-ferrous industry with innovation and efficiency.

Key Milestones & Achievements

    • The company listed 315 positions of the national top 500 industry and 19th position in the nonferrous metals industry, and 88th in the multinational enterprises in China top 100.
    • In 2021, the company underwent modernization of the zinc smelter.
    • Diversified supply to include imported zinc concentrate from Australia.

Contact Information

Website: www.bynmc.com

Telephone: +86 9438811778

3. Dongling Group

Image of Dongling Group's zinc products being stored in a warehouse.

Dongling Group is one of China’s leading producers of zinc in China.

Dongling Group Overview

A privately owned metals conglomerate with operations in mining, smelting, and processing.

Dongling Group At A Glance

Headquarters: Baoji, Shaanxi, China

CEO: Mr. Zhao Weidong

Founding Date: 1996

Industry: Non-ferrous metals and manufacturing

Employees: Around 25,000 employees

Core Products: Zinc, lead, steel

Mission Statement

The company’s mission is to build a global supply network for sustainable metal production.

Key Milestones & Achievements

    • Among the first private groups to export and import non-ferrous products.
    • In 2026, the company increased its imported zinc concentrate share by 15%.

2. Yunnan Chihong Zinc and Germanium Co., Ltd.

Image of factory owned by Yuanna Chihong Zinc and Germanium.

The zinc processing factory owned by Yunnan Chihong Zinc and Germanium.

Yunnan Chihong Zinc and Germanium Co., Ltd. Overview

A key subsidiary of China Nonferrous Metal Mining Group (CNMC) with integrated mining and smelting.

Yunnan Chihong Zinc and Germanium At A Glance

Headquarters: Quijing, Yunnan, China

CEO: Mr.Wang Shouije

Founding Date: 1951

Industry: Employees: Approximately 10,000 employees

Core Products: Zinc concentrate, refined zinc, germanium

Mission Statement

The company’s mission statement is to deliver quality non-ferrous material through innovation and global cooperation.

Key Milestones & Achievements

    • Developed China’s first germanium-zinc integrated production line.
    • Expanded material imports from South America and Australia.

1. Zhongjin Lingnan Nonfemet Co., Ltd.

Image of a processing plant owned by Zhingjin Lingnan Nonfemet.

Mining processing plant at Gankou Lead-Zinc Mine owned by Zhongjin Lingnan Nonfemet.

Zhongjin Lingnan Nonfemet Co., Ltd. Overview

One of China’s largest and most integrated zinc producers, under the Shenzhen Municipal Government.

Zhongjin Lingnan Nonfemet At A Glance

Headquarters: Shenzhen, Guangdong, China

CEO: Mr. Chen Jianguo

Founding Date: 1984

Industry: Mining, smelting, trading

Employees: Approximately 30,000 employees

Core Products: Zinc, lead, copper

Mission Statement

The company’s mission statement is to develop a global non-ferrous metals supply chain with responsibility and innovation.

Key Milestones & Achievements

    • In 2026, the company signed multiple long-term concentrate import agreements.

Why Australian Miners Should Look Out For Chinese Importers of Zinc

Image of MMG Limited (an Australian based company) employees at mining grounds.

For Australian zinc mining companies, China is a perfect market to supply zinc ore to.

    • China is the perfect market for Australian miner to supply their zinc to, as they are in need to meet the growing manufacturing demand for zinc batteries.
    • Australian zinc is known for high quality and low impurity levels, which Chinese zinc companies are looking for.
    • Parenting with established Chinese importers ensures Australia has a reliable customer for long-term stability.

How CAMAL Can Help Australian Miners Secure a Reliable Partnership With the Chinese Zinc Importers

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CAMAL Group has extensive experience in connecting global clients with Chinese companies.

CAMAL Group helps Australian mining companies:

    • Research China’s complex zinc market and verify trusted importers.
    • Translate technical and commercial documents into Chinese.
    • Organize factory or smelter visits to China.

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Conclusion

    • China’s demand for zinc remains strong, and Australian miners are well-positioned to supply this need.
    • By partnering with reputable importers and leveraging CAMAL’s local network, you can secure sustainable, high-value export channels into the Chinese market.

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