Several lysine producers, who halted operation for routine plant maintenance or limited output, stood firm on prices. However, a handful of traders who were eager to clear stocks offered sight discounts while demand for lysine was slow even as hog prices strengthened by 16% over the past several weeks.

Price quotes of 70-percent lysine consolidated around RMB4.50/kg.

                

                   

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