Aluminium companies fear swell in scrap imports as China hardens norms

The primary aluminium producers in the country are piqued by China's measure to stiffen regulations on imports of aluminium scrap.

In a latest step to protect its indigenous aluminium smelting industry, China has classified 'aluminium scrap' under its Restrictive Import list. The new norm aimed at containing scrap imports will be effective from July 2019. Further, China aims to completely ban imports of scrap and waste by 2020.

Aluminium makers feel China's protectionist steps will accelerate scrap imports into India. Their fears are magnified since China is locked in a bitter trade conflict with US. After US clamped 10 per