What does 'CTL' mean in CRC pricing, and why does it matter?

CTL stands for 'Cut-to-Length.' This refers to CRC coils that have been flattened and cut into specific sheet dimensions. BigMint's domestic assessments (Exy-Mumbai, Exy-Delhi) for 0.5mm and 0.9mm material often specify CTL, as these sheets carry a processing premium over standard coil forms and are preferred by the appliances and ducting industries.

How do IS 513 CR1 and SPCC grades compare?

IS 513 CR1 is the Indian standard for cold-rolled carbon steel sheets for general purposes. SPCC is the Japanese (JIS) equivalent widely used in international trade, particularly for Chinese and Russian exports. BigMint tracks SPCC for global benchmarks (FOB Rizhao, FOB Black Sea) and IS 513 for Indian domestic Ex-yard pricing.

Why is the delivery period for CRC imports (CFR Mumbai) longer than exports?

Imported CRC (SPCC 0.9mm) generally has a delivery period of 8-10 weeks due to transoceanic shipping and customs clearance at Indian ports. Indian export shipments (FOB Main Port) are typically shorter, around 4-6 weeks, reflecting the lead time from domestic mills to the port for global buyers.

What drives the current 'Strong' sentiment in Ahmedabad and Chennai for CRC?

Strong sentiments in these clusters are usually driven by robust demand from the regional automotive (Chennai) and engineering/white goods (Ahmedabad) sectors, coupled with tight local inventory levels. BigMint’s biweekly updates capture these localized shifts in buyer behavior.

Does BigMint track CRC prices in China's domestic market?

Yes, BigMint provides daily assessments for the Tianjin market (Exw-Tianjin) for thicknesses of 1-1.2mm in Q195-215A grade. This is a vital lead indicator for global CRC price trends given China's influence on the flat products value chain.

How is European CRC demand (CFR Antwerp) assessed?

BigMint tracks weekly import offers for 0.9mm IS 513 Gr.O equivalent material into Antwerp. This benchmark is crucial for Indian and Chinese exporters to gauge the 'Europe Quota' availability and price competitiveness in the EU market.

What is the significance of the 0.5mm CRC benchmark?

0.5mm is a key thin-gauge benchmark used extensively in the roofing, packaging, and panel industries. Because it requires more cold-reduction passes than 0.9mm material, it typically commands a thickness premium, which BigMint monitors across Indian hubs like Faridabad and Hyderabad.

How often are global CRC export benchmarks updated?

Benchmarks for China (Rizhao), Russia (Black Sea), and India (Main Port) are updated weekly to reflect the latest mill offers and transaction levels in the international seaborne trade.

CRC Prices – Cold Rolled Coil Market Rates Today

	Particular/Delivery/Region	Size/Grade	Min/Max	Tax	Delivery Period	Sentiments

IND	CRC, Exy-Kolkata, IndiaDOM 24, Mar 2026 18:25 IST \| Biweekly	0.90mm / CTL, IS 513, CR1	INR	tax	Within 7 Days	NA
IND	CRC, Exy-Chennai, IndiaDOM 24, Mar 2026 18:25 IST \| Biweekly	0.90mm / CTL, IS 513, CR1	INR	tax	Within 7 Days	Strong
IND	CRC, Exy-Hyderabad, IndiaDOM 24, Mar 2026 18:25 IST \| Biweekly	0.90mm / CTL, IS 513, CR1	INR	tax	Within 7 Days	NA
IND	CRC, Exy-Bangalore, IndiaDOM 24, Mar 2026 18:25 IST \| Biweekly	0.9mm / CTL, IS 513, CR1	INR	tax	Within 7 Days	NA
IND	CRC, Exy-Faridabad, IndiaDOM 24, Mar 2026 18:25 IST \| Biweekly	0.90mm / CTL, IS 513, CR1	INR	tax	Within 7 Days	NA
IND	CRC, Exy-Delhi, IndiaDOM 24, Mar 2026 18:25 IST \| Biweekly	0.90mm / CTL, IS 513, CR1	INR	tax	Within 7 Days	NA
IND	CRC, Exy-Ludhiana, IndiaDOM 24, Mar 2026 18:25 IST \| Biweekly	0.90mm / CTL, IS 513, CR1	INR	tax	Within 7 Days	NA
IND	CRC, Exy-Ahmedabad, IndiaDOM 24, Mar 2026 18:25 IST \| Biweekly	0.90mm / CTL, IS 513, CR1	INR	tax	Within 7 Days	Strong

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

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