Zinc prices rose 40 paise to Rs 283.65 per kg in futures trade on Monday amid improving spot demand.
On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), October delivery contracts gained 40 paise, or 0.14%, to Rs 283.65 per kg with a business turnover of 1,448 lots.
According to market participants, increased positions by traders and a pick-up in demand from consuming industries supported zinc prices in futures trade.