Market review on China refractory raw materials in the first half of August 2026 2026-08-18

Aug. 17, **26 - In the first half of August, the market of white fused alumina (WFA) witnesses a modest downward adjustment in prices, the silicon carbide price maintains a sustained upward momentum, with certain grades of calcined bauxite recording price increases, while the markets for magnesia and flake graphite remain in a stable state with limited price fluctuations. Ca…

Solid pure‑calcium cored‑wire moves into an adjustment stage 2026-08-18

Aug. 18, 2026-Following an earlier‑stage rally, China’s domestic calcium wire and calcium granule market has entered a phase‑based correction. Driven by lower raw‑material costs for calcium wire, prices of solid pure‑calcium cored wire have weakened slightly. On the supply side, spot supplies of metallic calcium wire remain tight, and cost support from raw materials pers…

Silicon carbide prices rise in August 2026 2026-08-18

Aug. 18, **26 - In August, the silicon carbide market sees a noticeable uptick, with quotations in the two major production hubs of Gansu and Ningxia both rising and the overall market sentiment continuing to firm up.  In Gansu, mainstream FOB price of silicon carbide 90%, lump rises to ***-*** USD/t, up by ** USD/t compared with last month, and mainstream FOB price of …

Fused silica market status in August 2026-08-17

Aug. 17, 2026 - In August, the ex-works price of fused silica market maintains an overall stable trend. This month, the FOB price of first-grade fused silica lump is around ***-*** USD/t; the FOB price of second-grade fused silica lump is around ***-*** USD/t; and the FOB price of third-grade fused silica lump is around ***-***USD/t. On the supply side, producers maintain stable …

Chromium oxide green market review in August 2026-08-17

Aug. 17, 2026 - In August, the FOB price for chromium oxide green (Cr₂O₃ 99%, 325 mesh) remains stable at 4,800-5,*** USD/T.   In terms of supply, chromium oxide green producers maintain stable operating rates. Major manufacturers have ample spot supply, with overall inventories at reasonable levels, and there are no signs of concentrated destocking or withholding of sales. &nb…

Fused magnesia performs firmly in August 2026-08-17

Aug. 17, 2026 - Refwin investigations reveal China’s fused magnesia price is firmly stable in August. At present, mainstream FOB price of FM 96-96.5%, lump stands at ***-*** USD/t; mainstream FOB price of FM 97-97.5%, lump stays at ***-*** USD/t. The control of magnesite mining in Liaoning continues, with supply of high-quality ore being tight and ore prices remaining at hi…

Zirconia market review in August 2026-08-15

Aug. 15, 2026 - In August, the ex-works price of yellow zirconia ZrO2≥94.5% remains steady compared with July. The FOB price is around ****-**** USD/t.   On the cost side, zircon sand prices remain stable, with no significant fluctuations on the feedstock side, providing a solid cost floor for zirconia. Constrained by production costs, producers maintain firm pricing intentions, wi…

Caustic calcined magnesia price analysis in August 2026-08-15

Aug. 15, 2026 - China caustic calcined magnesia price holds steady in August, Refwin reports. Mainstream FOB price of CCM 85% sustains at ***-*** USD/t in China; that of CCM 90% stays at ***-*** USD/t. Policy control is continuously affecting supply side. In Liaoning region, government efforts to accelerate eliminating all outdated production capacity (CCM reverberatory kilns…

Calcined alumina prices analysis in August 2026 2026-08-14

Aug. 13, 2026 - China's calcined alumina market sees little change in August, with mainstream prices for rotary-kiln produced calcined alumina (99% Al₂O₃, 95% conversion rate, 325 mesh) holding at July levels. Trading remains orderly, while the balance between available supply and routine demand keeps the market from developing a clear directional trend. Supply conditions are g…

Dead burned magnesia market review in August 2026-08-14

Aug. 13, 2026 - In August, the dead burned magnesia (DBM) market continues to operate under high cost pressure. Cost support for DBM 90%–95% has strengthened to some extent, but upward price resistance remains significant. The DBM 96.5%–97% market prices remain at high price levels, with market supply shrinking somewhat, and overall prices are largely flat compared with the previous m…

Flake graphite market review in August 2026-08-13

Aug. 13, 2026 - According to a recent Refwin survey, in August, the ex-works prices of flake graphite of -194 grade, -195 grade and -196 grade remain stable compared with last month.   The current FOB price of refractory grade flake graphite is as follows: flake graphite of -194 grade is quoted at ***-*** USD/t, -195 grade is approximately ***-*** USD/t, and -196 grade flake graphit…

Flint clay market analysis in August 2026 2026-08-12

Aug. 12, 2026 - China's flint clay market sees little price movement in August, while trading activity remains limited. Producers generally keep their existing quotations as the market lacks a clear catalyst for either a price increase or reduction. Production costs show few changes. Prices for raw ore and natural gas remain steady, leaving manufacturers' cost structures largely …

Can calcined coal carburizer prices keep rising? 2026-08-12

Aug. 12, 2026 -Strong cost-side support limits downside risks. Procurement costs of upstream raw anthracite coal remain high. Coupled with rigid expenses for power consumption during calcination and environmental governance, manufacturers’ overall production costs stay elevated, forming a solid floor for product prices. Factories are reluctant to sell goods at a loss, making substantial …

Stainless steel fiber prices in August 2026 2026-08-10

Aug. 10, 2026 - China's stainless steel fiber market takes a softer turn in August, although spot prices show no meaningful adjustment. Market activity lacks momentum, with buyers remaining cautious and transactions largely confined to routine requirements. The raw material basket sends mixed signals rather than a clear cost direction. For 446-grade stainless steel fiber, 430 sta…

Graphitized carburizer: strong cost support offset by weak demand restraints 2026-08-08

Aug. 8, 2026 - In terms of the price adjustment backdrop, demand from downstream anode materials delivers favorable support, while refineries face no inventory pressure on shipments. As the core raw material for graphitized carburizers, the continuous rally of petroleum coke prices will directly lift the production costs of carburizers. From the perspective of the cost transmission chain…