To Valued Customers Dear Customers, To fully cover the price information across all links of the tungsten industry chain, accurately reflect the spot market trends of products such as low-grade tungsten concentrate, tungsten products, photovoltaic tungsten wire busbars and tungsten scrap, and help enterprises upstream and downstream of the industrial chain keep abreast of market changes and reduce trading risks, we have decided to add 11 new tungsten industry chain - related price points after conducting sufficient market research and in-depth communication with the industry. The new price points are detailed as follows: Scheelite Concentrate (25%-30% WO₃) : Compliant with the industrial standards applicable in Henan, Guangxi and Hunan regions. It refers to scheelite concentrate with a WO₃ content ranging from 25% to 30%. Unit: RMB per ton-unit of WO₃. Scheelite Concentrate (23%-25% WO₃) : Compliant with the industrial standard YS/T 231 - 2015. It refers to scheelite concentrate with a WO₃ content ranging from 23% to 25%. Unit: RMB per ton-unit of WO₃. Ammonium Metatungstate (AMT) : Compliant with the national standard GB/T 26033 - 2010. Its technical indicators are as follows: WO₃ content ≥ 81.5%, Fe content ≤ 0.0020%, Pb content ≤ 0.0001%, and Si content ≤ 0.0015%. Unit: RMB per ton. Wire-Drawing Tungsten Bar : Compliant with the requirements of the national standard GB/T 3459 - 2022, with a tungsten (W) content ≥ 99.95%. Unit: RMB per kilogram. Steelmaking Tungsten Bar : Compliant with the requirements of the national standard GB/T 3459 - 2022, with a tungsten (W) content ≥ 99.95%. Unit: RMB per kilogram. Cut-Resistant Tungsten Wire for Photovoltaic Applications (24μm - 30μm) : With a tungsten (W) content ≥ 99.95%, a diameter ranging from 24μm to 30μm, and a tensile strength of ≥ 3500MPa. Unit: RMB per kilometer. The above - listed prices are all ex - factory pick - up prices including 13% value - added tax (VAT). Details of the 5 New Tungsten Scrap Price Points Scrap Button Bits : Compliant with the quality requirements for cemented carbide scrap specified in the national standard GB/T 21182 - 2022. Unit: RMB per kilogram. Scrap Anvils : Compliant with the quality requirements for cemented carbide scrap specified in the national standard GB/T 21182 - 2022. Unit: RMB per kilogram. Scrap Roller Rings : Compliant with the quality requirements for cemented carbide scrap specified in the national standard GB/T 21182 - 2022. Unit: RMB per kilogram. Scrap Tungsten Chips/Wires : Compliant with the requirements of the national standard GB/T 26496 - 2011 Tungsten and Tungsten Alloy Scrap . It has a tungsten content ≥ 90% and no other inclusions. Unit: RMB per kilogram. Scrap Tungsten Blocks/Sheets : Compliant with the requirements of the national standard GB/T 26496 - 2011 Tungsten and Tungsten Alloy Scrap . It has a tungsten content ≥ 90% and no other inclusions. Unit: RMB per kilogram. The five tungsten scrap prices mentioned above are all excluding VAT. Effective Date The above - mentioned new price points will be officially released starting from November 21, 2025 and updated on each working day. The launch of these new price points aims to achieve more refined classification by region and grade. All the new price points are formulated based on mainstream industrial trading specifications and terms, which have been verified through a standardized price - data collection process. They are for market reference only and do not constitute trading decision - making advice. For details on the pricing methodology and specific product specifications, please visit our official platform. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Li Jiahui from SMM Tungsten and Molybdenum Analysis at 021 - 51666882.
PriceNov 20, 2025 14:47Dear Users, To fully cover price information across all links of the molybdenum industry chain, facilitate upstream and downstream enterprises in grasping market changes, and reduce transaction risks, after thorough market research and industry communication, we hereby decide to add 7 molybdenum industry chain-related price indicators, including molybdenum concentrate (25%-40%), molybdenum oxide (57%) CIF Tianjin Port, waste molybdenum scrap, and waste molybdenum cutting wire. The newly added price indicators are as follows: Molybdenum concentrate 40%-45%: Complies with industry standard YS/T 235-2016, with a molybdenum content of 40%-45%. Unit: RMB/ton-degree (tax-inclusive). Molybdenum Concentrate 35%-40% : Complies with industry standard YS/T 235-2016, with a molybdenum content of 35%-40%. Unit: RMB/ton-degree (tax-inclusive). Molybdenum Concentrate 30%-35%: Complies with industry standard YS/T 235-2016, with a molybdenum content of 30%-35%. Unit: RMB/ton-degree (tax-inclusive). Molybdenum Concentrate 25%-30% : Complies with industry standard YS/T 235-2016, with a molybdenum content of 25%-30%. Unit: RMB/ton-degree (tax-inclusive). Note: The above 4 molybdenum concentrate price indicators are all tax-inclusive. Molybdenum Oxide (57% Mo) CIF Tianjin Port: Complies with national standard YB/T 5129-2012, with Mo ≥ 57%. Unit: USD/pound molybdenum (tax-exclusive). Waste Molybdenum Scrap: Complies with national standard GB/T 27687-2011, with Mo ≥ 99.95%, clean and free of impurities. Unit: RMB/kilogram (tax-exclusive). Waste Molybdenum Cutting Wire: Complies with national standard GB/T 27687-2011, with Mo ≥ 99.95%, clean and free of impurities. Unit: RMB/kilogram (tax-exclusive). Note: The above 3 price indicators are all tax-exclusive. Effective Date: The newly added price indicators will be officially released on December 1, 2025, and updated around 11:30 AM every working day. This addition aims to achieve more refined regional and grade classification. All new price indicators are formulated based on mainstream industry transaction specifications and trade terms, verified through standard sampling and verification processes, and are for market reference only, not constituting trading decision advice. For information on price formation methodology and detailed product specifications, please log on to the official platform. If you have any questions, please contact Li Jiahui from SMM Tungsten & Molybdenum Research Team at +86-21-51666882. SMM Tungsten & Molybdenum Industry Research TeamDecember 5, 2025
PriceDec 5, 2025 13:53Dear Users, Since the beginning of this year, imported titanium concentrate has impacted the domestic market, and its price fluctuations have garnered close attention from downstream enterprises such as titanium dioxide and sponge titanium producers. To promote international trade of titanium products, assist global upstream and downstream enterprises in grasping market dynamics, obtaining spot price information, reducing cross-border transaction risks and costs, and deepening industry chain research, SMM has decided to launch five new price points for titanium concentrate and rutile for market reference, effective from December 29th . The specific price point information is as follows: Price Point: Titanium Concentrate (Mozambique TiO₂ ≥46%) Price Definition: VAT included, spot transaction price at port Unit of Account: RMB/tonne Country of Origin: Mozambique Price Generation Regions: Major Chinese ports including Caofeidian Port, Qinzhou Port, Zhanjiang Port, Rizhao Port, etc. Product Standard: Conforms to YB/T 4031-2015 standard, with specifications: TiO₂ (dry basis): ≥ 46.00%, S: ≤ 0.25%, P: ≤ 0.06%, Fe₂O₃: ≤ 8.0%, H₂O: ≤ 1.0% Minimum Quantity Requirement: ≥30 tonnes Release Time: Before 11:30 AM Beijing Time on business days Price Point: Titanium Concentrate (Nigeria TiO₂ ≥50%) Price Definition: VAT included, spot transaction price at port Unit of Account: RMB/tonne Country of Origin: Nigeria Price Generation Regions: Major Chinese ports including Qinzhou Port, Rizhao Port, etc. Product Standard: Conforms to YB/T 4031-2015 standard, with specifications: TiO₂ (dry basis): ≥ 50.00%, S: ≤ 0.20%, P: ≤ 0.040%, Fe₂O₃: ≤ 7.0%, H₂O: ≤ 1.0% Minimum Quantity Requirement: ≥30 tonnes Release Time: Before 11:30 AM Beijing Time on business days Price Point: Titanium Concentrate (Australia TiO₂ ≥50%) Price Definition: VAT included, spot transaction price at port Unit of Account: RMB/tonne Country of Origin: Australia Price Generation Regions: Major Chinese ports including Caofeidian Port, etc. Product Standard: Conforms to YB/T 4031-2015 standard, with specifications: TiO₂ (dry basis): ≥ 50.00%, S: ≤ 0.20%, P: ≤ 0.040%, Fe₂O₃: ≤ 7.0%, H₂O: ≤ 1.0% Minimum Quantity Requirement: ≥30 tonnes Release Time: Before 11:30 AM Beijing Time on business days Price Point: Rutile (Sierra Leone TiO₂ ≥95%) Price Definition: VAT included, spot transaction price at port Unit of Account: RMB/tonne Country of Origin: Sierra Leone Price Generation Regions: Major Chinese ports including Qinzhou Port, etc. Product Standard: Conforms to common industry standards for rutile concentrate, with specifications: TiO₂ (dry basis): ≥ 95.00%, S: ≤ 0.02%, P: ≤ 0.020%, Fe₂O₃: ≤ 0.50%, H₂O: ≤ 0.50% Minimum Quantity Requirement: ≥30 tonnes Release Time: Before 11:30 AM Beijing Time on business days Price Point: Rutile (Sierra Leone TiO₂ ≥90%) Price Definition: VAT included, spot transaction price at port Unit of Account: RMB/tonne Country of Origin: Sierra Leone Price Generation Regions: Major Chinese ports including Qinzhou Port, etc. Product Standard: Conforms to common industry standards for rutile concentrate, with specifications: TiO₂ (dry basis): ≥ 90.00%, S: ≤ 0.05%, P: ≤ 0.040%, Fe₂O₃: ≤ 1.20%, H₂O: ≤ 0.80% Minimum Quantity Requirement: ≥30 tonnes Release Time: Before 11:30 AM Beijing Time on business days SMM Titanium Industry Research Team December 23, 2025
PriceDec 23, 2025 13:23Dear users, As the core raw material for the steel industry, the price fluctuations of iron ore directly determine the cost and profit stability of the steel industry chain. In recent years, the endowment of global iron ore resources has shown significant changes, with the proportion of high-grade ore production continuously declining. To actively respond to market changes, enhance the guiding significance of the index for the Spot Market, and improve market information transparency, SMM has decided to launch the "MMI 61% Iron Ore Port Stock Index (IOPI)" and the "MMI 61% Iron Ore Seaborne Index (IOSI)" from 5th January 2026. The specific price point details are as follows: Index Price Point: MMI 61% Iron Ore Port Stock Index (IOPI) Quality specifications: Fe content base 61%, aluminum base 2.5%, silica base 4.5%, phosphorus base 0.1%, sulfur base 0.02%, Moisture base 8% Definition: FOT Qingdao Port, VAT included. Normalized for any Chinese Port. Unit: RMB/wet tonnes Quantity: min 5,000 tonnes Timing: within 1 week Payment Terms: Payment at sight Publication: Working Day, 6 PM Beijing Time Index Price Point: MMI 61% Iron Ore Seaborne Index (IOSI) Quality specifications: Fe content base 61%, aluminum base 2.5%, silica base 4.5%, phosphorus base 0.1%, sulfur base 0.02%, Moisture base 8% Definition: CFR Qingdao Port. Normalized for any Chinese Port. Unit: USD/dry tonnes Quantity: min 50,000 tonnes Timing: within 2 months Payment Terms: L/C or payment at sight Publication: Working Day, 6 PM Beijing Time SMM Iron Ore Research January 5, 2026
PriceJan 5, 2026 14:18Dear users, Hello! In recent years, the cesium and rubidium industry chain has undergone continuous changes. During SMM's ongoing research to improve the cesium and rubidium industry chain, it was found that there is a lack of market liquidity for cesium and rubidium metals despite quoted prices, and there are significant price spreads in market quotations. To reduce transaction risks and costs for upstream and downstream clients, after a period of deliberation and market consultation, SMM has decided to adapt to market development needs and suspend the timely updates of cesium and rubidium metal prices. The specific adjustments are as follows: 1. Suspension: "Cesium metal (Cs≥99.5%)", with the suspension date set for August 15, 2025 (working day). 2. Suspension: "Rubidium metal (Rb≥99.5%)", with the suspension date set for August 15, 2025 (working day). The above-mentioned price points that have ceased updates will be removed from the website quotation window. However, historical prices and these price points will still be retained in the database. If clients have any needs related to historical data, they can contact the SMM Minor Metal Research Team. SMM Minor Metal Research Team Jia Jiani Contact Information: jiaojiani@smm.cn August 11, 2025
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