Zinc futures advanced Rs 1.95 to Rs 273.25 per kilogram on Monday, supported by improved demand in the spot market.

On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), September delivery contracts rose Rs 1.95, or 0.72%, to Rs 273.25 per kg with a turnover of 3,446 lots.

Analysts said higher buying by participants, driven by demand from consuming industries, lifted zinc prices in futures trade.