At the Multi Commodity Exchange, zinc for delivery in February was up by 25 paise, or 0.20 per cent, to Rs 127.75 per kg with a business turnover of 264 lots.
The metal for delivery in March also rose marginally by 20 paise, or 0.16 per cent, to Rs 128.15 per kg in a business volume of 10 lots.
Marketmen said improved demand in the spot market amid a firming trend in base metals overseas supported the rise in zinc futures here.