Guinea Bauxite Exports Surge to Record Highs as China Strengthens Feedstock Control
Guinea bauxite exports jumped 25 percent in 2025 as China absorbed nearly three-quarters of the supply. The surge has reshaped global aluminum market prices.
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GNsaw its bauxite exports rise 25% in 2025 to reach a record 182.8 million metric tons, according to industry reports. This growth has consolidated the position of Guineaas the world's leading bauxite exporter, a title it has held since it overtook Australia in 2023. The expansion was largely driven by demand from China 
CN, which received 74% of the shipments. Total bauxite imports for Chinajumped 26.4% in 2025 to 200.5 million tons, with Guineashipping 150 million tons to the nation by November. This supply accounts for over 80% of the feedstock required for the 45 million-ton Aluminum smelting capacity in China.
GNsaw its bauxite exports rise 25% in 2025 to reach a record 182.8 million metric tons, according to industry reports. This growth has consolidated the position of Guineaas the world's leading bauxite exporter, a title it has held since it overtook Australia in 2023. The expansion was largely driven by demand from China CN, which received 74% of the shipments. Total bauxite imports for Chinajumped 26.4% in 2025 to 200.5 million tons, with Guineashipping 150 million tons to the nation by November. This supply accounts for over 80% of the feedstock required for the 45 million-ton Aluminum smelting capacity in China.
