What are the primary differences between HC, MC, and LC Ferro Manganese?

Ferro Manganese is categorized by its carbon content: High Carbon (HC) is used for basic steel, while Medium (MC) and Low Carbon (LC) are used for specialized, high-strength steels where carbon must be minimized. BigMint tracks all three carbon categories across diverse grades (70% to 80% Mn) in India and China, ensuring steelmakers can benchmark their specific feedstock costs accurately.

Why are Durgapur and Raipur significant for the Indian Ferro Manganese market?

These cities are the manufacturing hearts of the Indian manganese industry, where proximity to raw materials determines the national price floor. BigMint provides daily Ex-Works (Exw) price discovery for these hubs, giving traders a localized reference point for domestic spot transactions.

What are the typical delivery periods for Ferro Manganese export orders from India?

Export fixtures on an FOB basis from Vizag or Haldia generally operate within a 15-day shipment window for containerized or bulk loads. BigMint lists these delivery timelines alongside its USD-denominated price assessments, helping international buyers align their procurement schedules with Indian vessel availability.

How does BigMint assess regional Ferro Manganese prices in China?

China’s market is highly regionalized, with provinces like Shanxi, Henan, and Inner Mongolia each having distinct power costs and supply dynamics. BigMint monitors these provinces weekly, providing localized price discovery for grades ranging from HC 65% to LC 80%, ensuring a granular view of the world's largest manganese alloy market.

What is the standard size specification for Ferro Manganese in global trade?

The most common size specification for Ferro Manganese is 10-150mm or 25-150mm lumps for better furnace charging and solubility. BigMint specifies the physical sizing for every assessment—from Durgapur domestic to Vizag export—ensuring that prices reflect standard industrial specifications.

How do MOIL manganese ore auctions impact Ferro Manganese pricing?

As the primary ore supplier in India, MOIL's monthly pricing decisions directly influence the input costs for Ferro Manganese smelters. BigMint provides real-time updates on these auction results and ore price shifts, enabling producers to forecast their alloy selling rates based on raw material volatility.

How often does BigMint update its Ferro Manganese indices?

High-volume domestic grades in India (HC 70%) and major export routes are updated daily, while specialized grades (MC/LC) and Chinese regional prices are assessed on a weekly basis. This multi-frequency approach ensures that BigMint subscribers have access to both rapid spot movements and structural market trends.

Can I access historical price data for manganese alloys?

Historical data is essential for identifying seasonal demand cycles and performing long-term budget planning in the ferrous sector. BigMint’s digital platform offers an extensive historical database for Ferro Manganese, allowing for deep-dive trend analysis and price correlation studies.

Ferro Manganese Prices – High & Medium Carbon Mn Rates

Iron Ore	Export level
CY 2014	15
CY 2015	25
CY 2016	30
CY 2017	19
CY 2018	18
CY 2019 (till APR)	15

Iron Ore	Import level
CY 2014	15
CY 2015	25
CY 2016	30
CY 2017	19
CY 2018	18
CY 2019 (till APR)	15

Iron Ore	Production level
CY 2014	15
CY 2015	25
CY 2016	30
CY 2017	19
CY 2018	18
CY 2019 (till APR)	15

Iron Ore	Consumption level
CY 2014	15
CY 2015	25
CY 2016	30
CY 2017	19
CY 2018	18
CY 2019 (till APR)	15

Export - Iron Ore | India

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Export - Iron Ore | India

Iron Ore	Export level
CY 2014	15
CY 2015	25
CY 2016	30
CY 2017	19
CY 2018	18
CY 2019 (till APR)	15

Import - Iron Ore | India

Iron Ore	Import level
CY 2014	15
CY 2015	25
CY 2016	30
CY 2017	19
CY 2018	18
CY 2019 (till APR)	15

Import - Iron Ore | India

Iron Ore	Production level
CY 2014	15
CY 2015	25
CY 2016	30
CY 2017	19
CY 2018	18
CY 2019 (till APR)	15

Export - Iron Ore | India

Iron Ore	Consumption level
CY 2014	15
CY 2015	25
CY 2016	30
CY 2017	19
CY 2018	18
CY 2019 (till APR)	15

Coastal Movement - Iron Ore | India

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Export - Iron Ore | India

Iron Ore	Export level
CY 2014	15
CY 2015	25
CY 2016	30
CY 2017	19
CY 2018	18
CY 2019 (till APR)	15

Export - Iron Ore | India

Iron Ore	Import level
CY 2014	15
CY 2015	25
CY 2016	30
CY 2017	19
CY 2018	18
CY 2019 (till APR)	15