The temporary reprieve for copper concentrate exporters in Zambia continues through September 30, easing pressure on smelters undergoing prolonged maintenance and repair work.
The temporary reprieve for copper concentrate exporters in Zambia has been prolonged until September 30, enabling them to process accumulated inventories without a 10% duty burden.
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Copper exports from Zambia predominantly take the form of refined cathodes, whereas concentrates are less common. In 2025, the country shipped out a substantial 890,346 metric tons of copper, with ambitions to reach a national production target of 3 million tons by 2031.
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Zambia's Mopani Copper Mines, a joint venture between International Resources Holding and ZCCM-IH, benefits from the largest available tax break with a 100,000-ton copper concentrate export quota.
Barrick Mining Corp's Lumwana operation has secured a substantial export quota of 56,986 metric tons, ranking second behind First Quantum Minerals' allocation of approximately 43,000 tons each from Nkana Mining and Minerals Processing.
Lubambe Copper Mine, majority-owned by China's JCHX Mining, operates under a 15,000-ton duty-free export allowance, whereas Vedanta's Konkola Copper Mines enjoys a quota of 12,541 tons as per official government notification.
Lubambe Copper Mine, majority-owned by China's(603979.SS)Mining, operates under a 15,000-ton duty-free export allowance,whereas Vedanta's Konkola Copper Mines enjoys a quota of 12,541 tons as per official government notification.
