Zinc is the fourth most common metal in use, trailing only Iron, Aluminium, and Copper with an annual production of around 13 million tonnes. Zinc is most commonly used as an anti-corrosion and galvanization (coating for iron or steel) agent is the most familiar form.
DGCX Zinc Futures contract provides a more efficient and transparent way to manage pricing risks than other product structures available for Zinc supply chain participants. DGCX Zinc Futures contract also provides financial participants an opportunity to trade in conjunction with similar products to gain spread opportunities arising from various supply and demand scenarios.