bismuth ingot price keeps increasing

Chinese bismuth market continued the up-moving trend from the previous week with the price of bismuth 99.Asian Metal Copyright99%min was around RMB123,500-125,000t USD8.Asian Metal Copyright99%min getting higher to RMB125,000/t (USD8.Asian Metal Copyright "We received several inquiries this Monday and could conclude deals of bismuth 99.Asian Metal Copyright37/lb), around RMB500/t (USD0.Asian Metal Copyright34lb on last Friday and the offers in the market keep rising to RMB125,000-126,000t USD8.Asian Metal Copyright033/lb) higher than that of last week.Asian Metal Copyright37lb ex works," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright

A major bismuth consumer in China reported that they totally bought around 20t of bismuth 99.Asian Metal Copyright99%min increased from RMB123,000t USD8.Asian Metal Copyright99%min at RMB123,000/t (USD8.Asian Metal Copyright99%min increased from RMB123,000t USD8.Asian Metal Copyright24/lb) last Thursday, while they purchased 10t of the material at RMB121,500/t (USD8.Asian Metal Copyright37lb, around RMB500t USD0.Asian Metal Copyright12/lb) last Monday.Asian Metal Copyright37-8.Asian Metal Copyright "I heard that the offers for bismuth ingot increase to RMB125,000-126,000/t (USD8.Asian Metal Copyright" With an output of around 60tpm for bismuth 99.Asian Metal Copyright37-8.Asian Metal Copyright37lb, around RMB500t USD0.Asian Metal Copyright44/lb) this week, and I think deals will be concluded at the level soon," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright24lb last Thursday, while they purchased 10t of the material at RMB121,500t USD8.Asian Metal Copyright

A bismuth producer in China told Asian Metal that their selling price for bismuth 99.Asian Metal CopyrightBEIJING Asian Metal 24 Aug 10 – Chinese bismuth market continued the up-moving trend from the previous week with the price of bismuth 99.Asian Metal Copyright99%min increased from RMB123,000/t (USD8.Asian Metal Copyright "We received several inquiries this Monday and could conclude deals of bismuth 99.Asian Metal Copyright24/lb) of early last week to RMB124,500/t (USD8.Asian Metal Copyright37lb, around RMB500t USD0.Asian Metal Copyright34/lb) on last Friday and the offers in the market keep rising to RMB125,000-126,000/t (USD8.Asian Metal Copyright37lb ex works," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright37-8.Asian Metal Copyright99%min was around RMB123,500-125,000t USD8.Asian Metal Copyright44/lb) this week.Asian Metal Copyright37lb, around RMB500t USD0.Asian Metal Copyright "We received several inquiries this Monday and could conclude deals of bismuth 99.Asian Metal Copyright "We received several inquiries this Monday and could conclude deals of bismuth 99.Asian Metal Copyright99%min at RMB125,000/t (USD8.Asian Metal Copyright99%min was around RMB123,500-125,000t USD8.Asian Metal Copyright37/lb) ex works," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright24lb of early last week to RMB124,500t USD8.Asian Metal Copyright "But we only have few stocks and the market is moving upwards, so we do not intend to watch the market to late this week.Asian Metal Copyright99%min increased from RMB123,000t USD8.Asian Metal Copyright"

With an output of around 60tpm for bismuth 99.Asian Metal Copyright12lb last Monday.Asian Metal Copyright99%min, the factory now has less than ten tons of stock.Asian Metal Copyright27lb higher than that of late last month.Asian Metal Copyright "Many suppliers are holding back from selling materials at the moment," added the source.Asian Metal CopyrightBEIJING Asian Metal 24 Aug 10 – Chinese bismuth market continued the up-moving trend from the previous week with the price of bismuth 99.Asian Metal Copyright

Another bismuth producer in China confirmed that Chinese bismuth price keeps increasing slightly this week and their concluded price for bismuth 99.Asian Metal Copyright Another bismuth producer in China confirmed that Chinese bismuth price keeps increasing slightly this week and their concluded price for bismuth 99.Asian Metal Copyright99%min was around RMB123,500-125,000/t (USD8.Asian Metal Copyright033lb higher than that of last week.Asian Metal Copyright27-8.Asian Metal Copyright44lb this week, and I think deals will be concluded at the level soon," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright37/lb) in the recent days.Asian Metal Copyright44lb this week, and I think deals will be concluded at the level soon," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright Meanwhile, the source noted that crude bismuth price also increased to RMB110,000/t (USD7.Asian Metal Copyright99%min getting higher to RMB125,000t USD8.Asian Metal Copyright36/lb), around RMB4,000/t (USD0.Asian Metal Copyright44lb this week, and I think deals will be concluded at the level soon," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright27/lb) higher than that of late last month.Asian Metal Copyright99%min at RMB125,000t USD8.Asian Metal Copyright

Electrolytic calcium market sees little improvement

Electrolytic calcium prices in China keeps stable, and the trading remains thin, since the demand from domestic and overseas buyers does not recover, Asian Metal reported.Asian Metal Copyright The source revealed that electrolytic calcium export market remains flat, since some buyers in Europe are on holiday.Asian Metal Copyright

A producer in Inner Mongolia with the output of 200tpm reported that electrolytic calcium demand keeps shrinking after China cancels the export rebate of some kinds of steel products.Asian Metal Copyright A Shanghai-based trader with the sales volume of 30-40tpm confirmed that electrolytic calcium market sees few deals concluded in China, and the consumption remains at a low level.Asian Metal Copyright "Consumers only purchase the material from hand to mouth," said the source, adding that they keep offers of electrolytic calcium granule 99%min 0-2mm at around RMB35,000-36,000/t (USD5,162-5,310/t) delivered currently, the same with those last month.Asian Metal Copyright "Consumers only purchase the material from hand to mouth," said the source, adding that they keep offers of electrolytic calcium granule 99%min 0-2mm at around RMB35,000-36,000t USD5,162-5,310t delivered currently, the same with those last month.Asian Metal Copyright

The source revealed that electrolytic calcium export market remains flat, since some buyers in Europe are on holiday.Asian Metal Copyright .Asian Metal Copyright "In fact, we suffer a loss at the current price level, and I think the price may not go down in the following weeks," said the source, adding that they hold around 100t of electrolytic calcium on hand.Asian Metal Copyright .Asian Metal Copyright

A Shanghai-based trader with the sales volume of 30-40tpm confirmed that electrolytic calcium market sees few deals concluded in China, and the consumption remains at a low level.Asian Metal Copyright "In fact, we suffer a loss at the current price level, and I think the price may not go down in the following weeks," said the source, adding that they hold around 100t of electrolytic calcium on hand.Asian Metal Copyright "Electrolytic calcium granule prices have been stable for several months, and buyers are not eager to make purchase," said the source, revealing that the mainstream prices stay at around RMB34,000-36,000/t (USD5,015-5,310/t) delivered currently.Asian Metal Copyright .Asian Metal Copyright

The source analyzed that steel plants are enduring hardship, and they try their best to lower production cost.Asian Metal Copyright "Electrolytic calcium granule prices have been stable for several months, and buyers are not eager to make purchase," said the source, revealing that the mainstream prices stay at around RMB34,000-36,000t USD5,015-5,310t delivered currently.Asian Metal Copyright "However, as the current price of electrolytic calcium is on a par with the production cost, I think the market may not go down," said the source, adding that they hold few stocks on hand.Asian Metal Copyright "Consumers only purchase the material from hand to mouth," said the source, adding that they keep offers of electrolytic calcium granule 99%min 0-2mm at around RMB35,000-36,000t USD5,162-5,310t delivered currently, the same with those last month.Asian Metal Copyright

Antimony ingot prices firm with slow activity

Antimony ingot prices keep firm supported by tight material availability, but slow activity is seen in the market as many buyers are not ready to accept higher-than-expected price.Asian Metal Copyright "In view of current situation, we would not sell antimony ingot at below RMB68,000t USD10,015t ex works," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright

A Hunan-based producer ceased offering since he sold around 20t of antimony ingot 99.Asian Metal Copyright "In view of current situation, we would not sell antimony ingot at below RMB68,000t USD10,015t ex works," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright65%min at RMB65,000/t (USD9.Asian Metal Copyright65%min at RMB65,000t USD9.Asian Metal Copyright573/t) ex works at the beginning of this week.Asian Metal Copyright With less than 50t of antimony ingot in stock, the source intends not to make any sales except that long-term customers require earnestly for replacement.Asian Metal Copyright The source has not planed to release more materials from stock in view of higher offers in the market.Asian Metal Copyright A Hunan-based producer ceased offering since he sold around 20t of antimony ingot 99.Asian Metal Copyright According to the source, some producers in Hunan have lifted offers to RMB67,000-68,000/t (USD9,867-10,015/t) ex works and expect the price to touch RMB70,000/t (USD10,309/t) ex works in the short run.Asian Metal Copyright The source has not planed to release more materials from stock in view of higher offers in the market.Asian Metal Copyright

"I'm sure the antimony market will keep largely strong in the following one month with price possible hitting new highs, but the price is likely to drop immediately after major producers in Lengshuijiang resume production," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright A Hunan-based producer ceased offering since he sold around 20t of antimony ingot 99.Asian Metal Copyright

The source revealed that they are also out of production for anti-environment performance and when will be able to restart is still unknown.Asian Metal Copyright The source revealed that they are also out of production for anti-environment performance and when will be able to restart is still unknown.Asian Metal Copyright "Perhaps in October," the source added.Asian Metal Copyright The source revealed that supply for both antimony ingot and antimony concentrate tightens, which is considered the primary reason for the price jump of antimony products.Asian Metal Copyright

With less than 50t of antimony ingot in stock, the source intends not to make any sales except that long-term customers require earnestly for replacement.Asian Metal Copyright "Perhaps in October," the source added.Asian Metal Copyright

A Yunnan-based producer has just completed a sale of one truckload at RMB63,000/t (USD9,278/t) ex works contracted one week ago and plans to watch the market for a few days before making new sales.Asian Metal Copyright He acknowledged that many buyers are hesitant to make purchases as the price rises too fast, and thus the market seems a little quiet, but he is confident of firming price in the rest of August.Asian Metal Copyright "In view of current situation, we would not sell antimony ingot at below RMB68,000/t (USD10,015/t) ex works," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright A Hunan-based producer ceased offering since he sold around 20t of antimony ingot 99.Asian Metal Copyright

The source revealed that supply for both antimony ingot and antimony concentrate tightens, which is considered the primary reason for the price jump of antimony products.Asian Metal Copyright Smelter closures in Lengshuijiang continue, and some of those based in other producing areas also reduced or stopped production for maintenance recently.Asian Metal Copyright Smelter closures in Lengshuijiang continue, and some of those based in other producing areas also reduced or stopped production for maintenance recently.Asian Metal Copyright573t ex works at the beginning of this week.Asian Metal Copyright Therefore, antimony ingot supply turns tighter.Asian Metal CopyrightBEIJING Asian Metal 20 Aug 10 – Antimony ingot prices keep firm supported by tight material availability, but slow activity is seen in the market as many buyers are not ready to accept higher-than-expected price.Asian Metal Copyright Besides, the market is still seeing a shortage of antimony concentrate, leaving some antimony ingot producers in trouble with production.Asian Metal Copyright Besides, the market is still seeing a shortage of antimony concentrate, leaving some antimony ingot producers in trouble with production.Asian Metal Copyright

With its own mine, the source maintains an output of around 300tpm of antimony ingot.Asian Metal Copyright A Hunan-based producer ceased offering since he sold around 20t of antimony ingot 99.Asian Metal Copyright He acknowledged that many buyers are hesitant to make purchases as the price rises too fast, and thus the market seems a little quiet, but he is confident of firming price in the rest of August.Asian Metal Copyright Therefore, antimony ingot supply turns tighter.

Manganese flake price keeps firm in Guangxi

While manganese flake smelters are holding back from selling materials, the manganese flake price keeps firm at about RMB15,800/t (USD2,313/t) ex works.Asian Metal Copyright Moreover, the supply of manganese ore remains tight, so the price will not decrease in the coming days.Asian Metal Copyright Even some smelters are unwilling to offer for no stocks on hand.Asian Metal Copyright "I don't hold stocks on hand, and the main reason that supports the manganese flake is the tight supply," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright

 

A source from a manganese flake smelter in Guangxi with a monthly output of about 1,500t, reported to Asian Metal that manganese flake price keeps firm at around RMB15,800/t (USD2,313/t) ex works and some smelters offer about RMB16,000/t (USD2,343/t) ex works for manganese flake in Guangxi.Asian Metal Copyright "However, I am unwilling to offer for no stocks and think that the price will continue to climb up with the tight supply," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright "However, I am unwilling to offer for no stocks and think that the price will continue to climb up with the tight supply," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright Many manganese smelters have been out of production in Guangxi, and some major smelters reduce the production.Asian Metal Copyright

 

Offering around USD2,900/t FOB China for manganese flake, the source claimed that European customers have not come back to the market due to the summer holiday with few inquiries received, and only few deals are concluded.Asian Metal Copyright Even some smelters are unwilling to offer for no stocks on hand.Asian Metal Copyright

 

With an output of about 500tpm, another source from a manganese flake smelter in Guangxi claimed that he made a deal of about 80t at RMB15,800/t (USD2,313/t) ex works last Friday, and the price will keep firm for the tight supply.Asian Metal Copyright "I don't hold stocks on hand, and the main reason that supports the manganese flake is the tight supply," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright "I don't hold stocks on hand, and the main reason that supports the manganese flake is the tight supply," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright "However, I am unwilling to offer for no stocks and think that the price will continue to climb up with the tight supply," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright

 

Many manganese smelters have been out of production in Guangxi, and some major smelters reduce the production.Asian Metal Copyright Many manganese smelters have been out of production in Guangxi, and some major smelters reduce the production.Asian Metal Copyright Moreover, the supply of manganese ore remains tight, so the price will not decrease in the coming days.Asian Metal Copyright Offering around USD2,900t FOB China for manganese flake, the source claimed that European customers have not come back to the market due to the summer holiday with few inquiries received, and only few deals are concluded.

Manganese flake supply keeps tight

Participants reported to Asian Metal that as many manganese smelters halt production, and the material available in spot market is decreasing, the supply of manganese flake remains tight, and most suppliers are reluctant to sell.Asian Metal Copyright Holding an output of about 2,000tpm, a source from a manganese flake smelter in Hunan province revealed to Asian Metal that he has decreased the output to about 1,000tpm.Asian Metal Copyright

 

Holding an output of about 2,000tpm, a source from a manganese flake smelter in Hunan province revealed to Asian Metal that he has decreased the output to about 1,000tpm.Asian Metal Copyright "I received an inquiry of 60t on Thursday, but failed to supply the buyer for no materials available.Asian Metal Copyright The mainstream manganese flake price is about 15,700-15,800/t (USD2,299-2,313/t) ex works, but the source is unwilling to offer because of no stocks on hand.Asian Metal Copyright Offering USD2,930t FOB China for manganese flake, the source claimed the export market remains quiet with few inquiries received.Asian Metal Copyright "I received an inquiry of 60t on Thursday, but failed to supply the buyer for no materials available.Asian Metal Copyright Holding an output of about 2,000tpm, a source from a manganese flake smelter in Hunan province revealed to Asian Metal that he has decreased the output to about 1,000tpm.Asian Metal Copyright The supply of manganese flake goes tight," shared the source.Asian Metal Copyright "The price increased sharply due to the tight supply, but the demand from stainless steel mills remains weak," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright

 

Offering USD2,930/t FOB China for manganese flake, the source claimed the export market remains quiet with few inquiries received.Asian Metal Copyright The mainstream manganese flake price is about 15,700-15,800t USD2,299-2,313t ex works, but the source is unwilling to offer because of no stocks on hand.Asian Metal Copyright However, the source thinks the export market will see improvement in the near future when the European customers come back to the market.Asian Metal Copyright Holding an output of about 2,000tpm, a source from a manganese flake smelter in Hunan province revealed to Asian Metal that he has decreased the output to about 1,000tpm.Asian Metal Copyright

 

With an output of about 1,500tpm, another source from a manganese flake smelters in Hunan confirmed to Asian Metal that the operating rate of manganese flake smelters in Hunan, Guangxi remains low, and manganese flake price is about RMB15,700/t (USD2,299/t) ex works.Asian Metal Copyright The supply of manganese flake goes tight," shared the source.Asian Metal Copyright "The price increased sharply due to the tight supply, but the demand from stainless steel mills remains weak," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright "I received an inquiry of 60t on Thursday, but failed to supply the buyer for no materials available.Asian Metal Copyright

 

Currently, the manganese flake export price is around USD2,900/t FOB China, but the manganese flake price is just about USD2,800/t in Rotterdam warehouse, said the source.Asian Metal Copyright Holding an output of about 2,000tpm, a source from a manganese flake smelter in Hunan province revealed to Asian Metal that he has decreased the output to about 1,000tpm.Asian Metal Copyright The export market is still in thin trading.Asian Metal Copyright Offering USD2,930t FOB China for manganese flake, the source claimed the export market remains quiet with few inquiries received.

Manganese flake market slows down

BEIJING (Asian Metal) 4 Aug 10 – Market participants revealed to Asian Metal that manganese flake price drops continuously, so manganese flake buyers are more reluctant to replenish stocks, and the market slows down obviously.Asian Metal Copyright A source from a manganese flake smelter in Hunan province, with an output of about 2,000tpm, disclosed to Asian Metal that manganese flake price drops further, with the price of about RMB14,800t USD2,167t ex works compared to RMB 14,900t USD2,182t ex works of early this week, and the manganese market goes quiet.Asian Metal Copyright

 

A source from a manganese flake smelter in Hunan province, with an output of about 2,000tpm, disclosed to Asian Metal that manganese flake price drops further, with the price of about RMB14,800/t (USD2,167/t) ex works compared to RMB 14,900/t (USD2,182/t) ex works of early this week, and the manganese market goes quiet.Asian Metal Copyright "I received an inquiry early this week, but the consumer does not want to order now," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright "I received an inquiry early this week, but the consumer does not want to order now," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright The source claimed that manganese flake supply keeps tight which does not prevent the manganese price from dropping continuously.Asian Metal Copyright

 

Meanwhile, offering USD2,750-2,800/t FOB China for manganese flake, the source prefers to do domestic business, for foreign customers do not accept the offer.Asian Metal Copyright "The demand from steel mills has not recovered, and the end customers still hold large stocks on hand.Asian Metal Copyright According to the custom data, the export volume of manganese flake is decreasing, and the Chinese export market keeps quiet.Asian Metal Copyright A source from a manganese flake smelter in Hunan province, with an output of about 2,000tpm, disclosed to Asian Metal that manganese flake price drops further, with the price of about RMB14,800t USD2,167t ex works compared to RMB 14,900t USD2,182t ex works of early this week, and the manganese market goes quiet.Asian Metal Copyright

 

Another source from a manganese flake smelter in Guangxi, with an output of about 1,200tpm, told Asian Metal that he is just fulfilling some orders signed before and other traders are more reluctant to buy, for the manganese flake price dips further to RMB15,000/t (USD2,196/t) ex works, down by about RMB100/t (USD15/t) compared to that of early this week.Asian Metal Copyright So the market is still inactive in general," shared the source.Asian Metal Copyright "The demand from steel mills has not recovered, and the end customers still hold large stocks on hand.Asian Metal Copyright "The demand from steel mills has not recovered, and the end customers still hold large stocks on hand.Asian Metal Copyright So the market is still inactive in general," shared the source.Asian Metal Copyright According to the custom data, the export volume of manganese flake is decreasing, and the Chinese export market keeps quiet.Asian Metal Copyright

 

Talking of the supply of manganese flake, many manganese smelters have not resumed production for the weak demand and the low profit.Asian Metal Copyright The source claimed that manganese flake supply keeps tight which does not prevent the manganese price from dropping continuously.Asian Metal Copyright The source claimed that manganese flake supply keeps tight which does not prevent the manganese price from dropping continuously.Asian Metal Copyright According to the custom data, the export volume of manganese flake is decreasing, and the Chinese export market keeps quiet.

Antimony trioxide market keeps quiet

BEIJING (Asian Metal) 3 Aug 10 – Market participants reported to Asian Metal that antimony trioxide market keeps stable as end-users expect lower price and grudge making purchase when price is dipping.Asian Metal Copyright The source disclosed that they hold around 10t of antimony trioxide in stock, without antimony ingot inventory.Asian Metal Copyright

A producer from Hunan, with an output of 100tpm, reported that the market runs quietly as antimony trioxide price is dipping with few deals concluded.Asian Metal Copyright".Asian Metal Copyright The source disclosed that they hold around 10t of antimony trioxide in stock, without antimony ingot inventory.Asian Metal Copyright".Asian Metal Copyright "Hope antimony ingot price to go down further, then we will buy in the material to produce antimony trioxide," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright "The price should not drop in the second half of this year, for the demand increases in line with recovery of global economy.Asian Metal Copyright "The acceptable price for antimony ingot is RMB57,000-58,000/t ex works for us.Asian Metal Copyright "Global economy was weak in the first half of year, so it dose not have motivation for plastic price to increase.Asian Metal Copyright"

According to the source, antimony trioxide price will not decrease fast like it happened in June as antimony ingot supply remains tight.Asian Metal Copyright Antimony trioxide price is twice of that early this year, and our cost rises fast, so we reduce our usage," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright "Due to the weak demand in summer season, antimony trioxide producers and traders decrease their prices to stimulate the market and increase sales volume," stated the source.Asian Metal Copyright "The acceptable price for antimony ingot is RMB57,000-58,000t ex works for us.Asian Metal Copyright 

An end user, with a purchase quantity of 30tpy of antimony trioxide, revealed that they mainly purchase antimony trioxide 99.Asian Metal Copyright5% as fire retardant when they produce plastic.Asian Metal Copyright5% as fire retardant when they produce plastic.Asian Metal Copyright "Due to the weak demand in summer season, antimony trioxide producers and traders decrease their prices to stimulate the market and increase sales volume," stated the source.Asian Metal Copyright "Global economy was weak in the first half of year, so it dose not have motivation for plastic price to increase.Asian Metal Copyright".Asian Metal Copyright Antimony trioxide price is twice of that early this year, and our cost rises fast, so we reduce our usage," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright".Asian Metal Copyright

"The market keeps inactive for the moment, but antimony trioxide price will rebound late August as many market participants in Europe come back to the market from their holiday," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright "Due to the weak demand in summer season, antimony trioxide producers and traders decrease their prices to stimulate the market and increase sales volume," stated the source.Asian Metal Copyright "The price should not drop in the second half of this year, for the demand increases in line with recovery of global economy.Asian Metal Copyright "Global economy was weak in the first half of year, so it dose not have motivation for plastic price to increase.Asian Metal Copyright"

antimony trioxide market inactive

BEIJING (Asian Metal) 4 Aug 10 –According to participants in Japan, low trading activity in antimony trioxide market is essentially caused by resistance to high price and low demand, with the offer in the range of USD8,500/t CIF Japanese main ports.Asian Metal Copyright The source thinks that antimony trioxide price dips as demand is weak in summer season and customers can not accept the price.Asian Metal Copyright

A Japanese trader, who operates around 40tpm of antimony trioxide every month, claimed that demand is weak in Japan.Asian Metal CopyrightBEIJING Asian Metal 4 Aug 10 –According to participants in Japan, low trading activity in antimony trioxide market is essentially caused by resistance to high price and low demand, with the offer in the range of USD8,500t CIF Japanese main ports.Asian Metal Copyright The source reported that some Japanese end users reduce their usage at present market situation.Asian Metal Copyright The source thinks that antimony trioxide price dips as demand is weak in summer season and customers can not accept the price.Asian Metal Copyright "Some companies are researching substitutes of antimony trioxide in order to decrease cost," stated the source, adding that the price of antimony trioxide reached historic high record in previous days in Japan.Asian Metal Copyright .Asian Metal Copyright

The source thinks that antimony trioxide price dips as demand is weak in summer season and customers can not accept the price.Asian Metal Copyright "Some companies are researching substitutes of antimony trioxide in order to decrease cost," stated the source, adding that the price of antimony trioxide reached historic high record in previous days in Japan.Asian Metal Copyright

A dealer, who deals around 60t of antimony trioxide every year, claimed that antimony trioxide price has declined by around USD100-200/t in Japan market.Asian Metal Copyright "Some companies are researching substitutes of antimony trioxide in order to decrease cost," stated the source, adding that the price of antimony trioxide reached historic high record in previous days in Japan.Asian Metal Copyright "Current price is around USD8,500-8,600/t," said the source.Asian Metal Copyright .Asian Metal Copyright "Although antimony ingot price remains high, the price of flame retardant grade antimony trioxide has been USD100-200/t lower.Asian Metal Copyright" According to the source, consumers in Japan will leave for one to two weeks for summer holiday, and part of the customers decide not to replenish stocks before the holiday as the price is dipping in spot market, so the market is inactive in Japan at the moment.Asian Metal Copyright"

According to the source, consumers in Japan will leave for one to two weeks for summer holiday, and part of the customers decide not to replenish stocks before the holiday as the price is dipping in spot market, so the market is inactive in Japan at the moment.Asian Metal Copyright "Some companies are researching substitutes of antimony trioxide in order to decrease cost," stated the source, adding that the price of antimony trioxide reached historic high record in previous days in Japan.