Important Pricing Alert: Industrial Motors Face Imminent Cost Adjustments Due to Copper Spike

A Message to Our Valued International Partners and Procurement Teams

[Wolong, China] – [December 10, 2025] – We are issuing an important market update regarding the pricing of industrial electric motors. The global supply chain is currently experiencing unprecedented pressure from the dramatic and sustained escalation in the cost of copper, which is the foundational and most critical raw material in the manufacturing of high-quality, high-efficiency motor windings.

As a dedicated supplier, we strive to maintain stable and competitive pricing for as long as possible. However, the current reality of the commodities market has reached a point where adjustment is unavoidable. This is not an isolated event; it is a major industry-wide shift that requires immediate attention from all procurement departments.

The strength of this market movement has been clearly signaled. A major domestic motor manufacturing leader has already confirmed its upcoming price increase, marking the first public move in what is certain to become a cascading effect across the entire industrial motor market, both locally and globally.

  What This Means for Your Business

• Imminent Price Hikes: We anticipate implementing new price lists, effective [Suggest a date, Dec. 20, 2025]. All current quotes and orders confirmed before this date will be honored at the existing prices.
• Urgent Review Needed: We strongly urge our international customers to immediately review their 2026 motor requirements and accelerate any planned Q1 orders. Securing necessary inventory now is the most effective way to hedge against the confirmed upcoming cost increases.
• Inventory and Lead Time: A potential surge in pre-hike ordering could impact overall industry lead times. We are working diligently to manage our supply chain, but timely communication from your side is crucial to ensure fulfillment.

✅ Take Action Now

We are committed to full transparency and minimizing the impact on your operations. Please contact your dedicated account manager today to discuss:

• Immediate confirmation of existing quotes.
• Expediting orders that can be placed this month.
• Strategic planning for 2026 requirements under the new cost structure.

We, Wolong, appreciate your understanding and continued partnership during this market challenge. Our team is ready to assist you in navigating these changes efficiently.