China Non-Ferrous Metal Mining Industry Sees 10.92% Growth with 14,900 Enterprises | Industry Insights

China's non-ferrous metal mining and dressing industry plays a vital role in the national economy, experiencing rapid development in recent years. According to data from the National Organization Code Management Center, as of January 31, 2025, the number of enterprises in this sector reached 14,900, reflecting a significant year-on-year growth of 10.92%.

Subsector Breakdown
The top three segments by enterprise count are:

Other common non-ferrous metal mining and dressing: 1,807 enterprises

Gold ore mining and dressing: 1,719 enterprises

Lead-zinc ore mining and dressing: 1,383 enterprises

Regional Distribution

Yunnan Province leads with 1,930 enterprises.

Shaanxi Province (1,091) and Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region (1,044) rank second and third, respectively.

Driven by industrial upgrades and technological innovation, the sector is accelerating its transition toward green and intelligent practices, injecting fresh momentum into China’s sustainable economic development.

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