China's state buyers book 8-10 cargoes of US soybeans
صفقة مُبرمة – China
Chinese state buyers bought eight to ten cargoes of US soybeans this week, according to trade sources, the first reported purchases since the September US-China leaders' meeting. China is said to be about halfway through its 25 Mt US soybean pledge.
| Lead type | Deal / award |
|---|---|
| Status | Deal signed – freight, inspection & finance needed |
| Product | Soybeans |
| Product group | Grains & cereals · HS 10, 12 |
| Quantity | 8-10 cargoes (tonnage not published) |
| Buyer | Chinese state buyers (e.g. COFCO/Sinograin, not named) |
| Country | China · Asia & Pacific |
| Origin | United States |
| Destination | China |
| Published | 15 Oct 2026 |
| Source | Business Recorder |
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