SMM, February 6 - According to SMM’s investigation of market information, a large smelter in northern China began public bidding for a certain quantity of indium ingots and bismuth ingots starting yesterday. Market sources indicate that the starting price for these indium ingots exceeds 4,000 yuan per kilogram, while the starting price for bismuth ingots is above 150,000 yuan per ton. The bidding results are expected to be announced before the Spring Festival. Market participants note that, given the clear trend of sluggish trading activity ahead of the Spring Festival, the timing of this bidding is not ideal. However, the relatively favorable starting prices have generated considerable market anticipation for the outcome of the bidding.

SMM News, February 2: According to an official announcement obtained by SMM, Baiyin Nonferrous Metals Copper Industry Company has initiated a public bidding process for 1 metric ton of tellurium ingots starting today. Official information indicates that the quality of the tellurium ingots meets the Te99.95 standard. The reserve price for the bidding is set at a discount of RMB 30 per kilogram. The inventory is located at the factory warehouse, and transportation costs will be borne by the purchaser. The registration deadline is 5:00 PM on February 4, 2026, and the bidding will commence at 3:00 PM on February 5, 2026.

SMM, January 12th — According to SMM, Shandong Humon will start public bidding for the sale of high-purity tellurium head and tail materials from the 12th. Official information indicates a quantity of 5,000 kilograms, packed in iron drums. The delivery method is buyer pickup, with freight to be borne by the buyer, who must collect the goods by January 23, 2026. The delivery location is Shandong Humon Smelting Co., Ltd. (Address: 11 Jinzheng Street, Shuidao Town, Muping District, Yantai City, Shandong Province). Currently, no official starting bid price has been announced. The bidding follows a "highest bidder wins" principle. Buyers are required to submit their bids based on their own circumstances. If a buyer’s bid fails to meet the seller’s reserve price, the seller reserves the right to reject the sale. To ensure timely quotation submission, the inquiry form, a copy of the bidder’s business license, and invoicing information (with official seal) must be returned to 17616212861@163.com by 11:30 AM on January 13, 2026, followed by prompt contact with Humon personnel for confirmation.

Recently, Chihong Industrial Development (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Yunnan Chihong Zn & Ge Co., Ltd., will conduct a public bidding sale of Yunnan Chihong Zn & Ge Co., Ltd.'s brand zinc ingots for 2025 on the Chihong Zn & Ge e-sales platform, in accordance with its production and operation arrangements. The zinc ingots (99.995) are produced in Anning, with a total quantity of 7,000 mt. The delivery date ranges from June 26, 2025, to December 31, 2025, and they comply with the GB/T470—2008 standard. In terms of the pricing model, the Chihong Zn & Ge (Anning) zinc ingots are priced based on the "monthly average net price of zinc ingots of the corresponding grade on the Shanghai Nonferrous Metals Market (SMM) from the 26th day of the previous month to the 25th day of the current month." Customers will bid on the monthly procurement volume based on the intended delivery location and the "premium/discount" (+ premium, - discount) for the delivery location (the awarded volume equals "monthly bidding volume * 6," and the bidding premium/discount is a fixed amount). The monthly settlement price for awarded customers is the "monthly average net price of zinc ingots of the corresponding grade on the Shanghai Nonferrous Metals Market ( SMM https://www.smm.cn ) for the corresponding pricing period + premium/discount." Customers participating in the bidding must meet the customer admission criteria of Yunnan Chihong Zn & Ge Co., Ltd., complete the registration on the e-sales platform, and pay a credibility deposit of 200,000 yuan (Note: Customers who have already registered and paid the 200,000 yuan credibility deposit can directly participate in the bidding). Here are the specific details:

According to an official announcement from a Hunan-based company, a public bidding process has commenced today for 700 physical tons of bismuth concentrate produced in June 2025.

SMM June 16 News - According to an official announcement from a Hunan-based company, a public bidding process has commenced today for 700 physical tons of bismuth concentrate produced in June 2025. Key Details: Bidding Registration & Quotation Deadline: Before 10:30 AM on June 18 Product Specifications: Bi Content: 18% ≤ Bi < 45% Moisture Content: 15% ≤ H₂O < 25% Ag Content: ~200-600 g/ton Au Content: ~1.5 g/ton Settlement Quantity: Final weight based on on-site weighing Current Location: The 700 physical tons of bismuth concentrate are currently stored in the company's warehouse. Bidding Format: Only one bidding session will be held for the entire 700 physical tons. Final Settlement: Quantity determined by on-site sampling and weighing.