SMM News, April 10, 2026:
Dear Users:
Thank you for your continued support and interest in our data products.
On July 27, 2022, we officially launched the "190 Blast Furnace Operating Rate" dataset. Since its release, this dataset has served as an important reference for industry analysis and decision-making.
In order to more comprehensively and accurately reflect actual market conditions and better meet the analytical needs of our users, starting from late 2023, we supplemented the original sample and officially launched the "242 Blast Furnace Operating Rate" dataset.
Given that the 242-sample dataset offers broader coverage and stronger representativeness — thus providing a more complete picture of overall market trends — we have made the following decision after careful evaluation:
Effective ten (10) days after the date of this notice, updates and releases of both the "190 Blast Furnace Operating Rate" and "190 Hot Metal" sample datasets will be formally discontinued.
Moving forward, we will continue to enhance the "242 Blast Furnace Operating Rate" and related data products to deliver higher-quality data services. Historical data of the 190-sample series will remain accessible on our platform in one years.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact our customer service team or your dedicated account manager.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
SMM April 10, 2026