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[Know Tungsten] What is Tungsten Flux? 96

Tungsten flux, also known as tungsten particles, is a granular substance made of high-purity tungsten metal (usually purity ≥99.95%). It has a silver-gray or light-gray polyhedral structure and has the characteristics of high density, high melting point, high hardness, corrosion resistance, strong conductivity and small thermal expansion coefficient. It is generally used as a flux in carbon-sulfur analyzers to analyze the carbon and sulfur content in steel, alloys, ceramics, minerals and other inorganic substances. Tungsten flux can promote the melting…

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[Know Tungsten] Packaging, Storage and Transportation of Ferro Tungsten 81

The packaging, storage and transportation of ferro tungsten directly affect its quality and safety. Ferro tungsten is generally packaged in iron barrels, and the weight is determined by negotiation between the supply and demand parties. Generally, the net weight of each barrel does not exceed 100kg. During storage and transportation, ferro tungsten should be stored in a dry and ventilated warehouse, avoiding high temperature and humidity, and away from fire sources and flammable materials. Use stable tools during transportation, load…

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[Know Tungsten] What is Ferro Tungsten? 92

Ferro Tungsten is an alloy with tungsten and iron as the main components, usually containing 65%-85% tungsten, a small amount of iron and other trace elements. It is smelted in an electric arc furnace or a metallurgical furnace and has high density, high hardness and excellent high temperature resistance. Ferro Tungsten is widely used in the steel industry as an additive to improve the hardness, wear resistance and corrosion resistance of steel, especially in the manufacture of high-speed steel, tool…

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China-US Tariff Ease, Tungsten Prices Surge 74

Analysis of Latest Tungsten Market from Chinatungsten Online Tungsten prices continue to rise strongly. As of press time, the price increase of tungsten products in this round is: Tungsten concentrate is more than 12%, and the price of high-grade ore reaches RMB 157,000/ton, reaching a historical high. Ammonium paratungstate (APT) is more than 11%, and it rises with the mine end, breaking through the integer mark of RMB 230,000/ton. Tungsten powder and tungsten carbide powder are more than 9%, and…

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Rare Earth market Update – May 13, 2025 74

Rare earth market update on May 13, 2025 The domestic rare earth market in China is exhibiting a sideways trend. Amid multiple uncertainties, trading sentiment among merchants remains stagnant, lacking momentum for price increases, resulting in limited market transaction volumes. Today, prices for praseodymium-neodymium metal, gadolinium oxide, and dysprosium oxide are approximately 520,000 yuan/ton, 168,000 yuan/ton, and 1,650,000 yuan/ton, respectively. According to CTIA GROUP LTD, key factors influencing the current rare earth market include: first, China’s special operation to combat…

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Molybdenum Market Update – May 12, 2025 51

Molybdenum market update on May 12, 2025 At the start of the week, the domestic molybdenum market in China maintained stable operations, influenced by steady downstream demand, limited spot supply of raw materials, and news of China’s special operation to combat the smuggling and export of strategic minerals, leading suppliers to generally hold firm on pricing. Today, prices for molybdenum concentrate, ferromolybdenum, and molybdenum oxide are approximately 3,520 yuan/ton-degree, 229,000 yuan/ton, and 3,610 yuan/ton-degree, respectively. Recently, steel companies tendering for…

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Rare Earth market Update – May 12, 2025 209

Rare earth market update on May 12, 2025 The domestic rare earth market in China is showing a widespread upward trend, primarily due to strengthened export controls on strategic minerals like rare earths and tungsten, rising overseas rare earth prices, and limited growth in domestic spot supply. Today, prices for praseodymium-neodymium oxide, terbium oxide, and dysprosium oxide have risen by approximately 5,000 yuan/ton, 160 yuan/kg, and 30,000 yuan/ton, respectively. Notably, downstream demand is following slowly, so traders should remain cautious.…

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China Combats Smuggling and Illegal Export of Strategic Minerals Such as Tungsten and Rare Earths 66

According to a statement on the website of the Ministry of Commerce of the People’s Republic of China dated May 9, 2025: To thoroughly implement the decisions and deployments of the Party Central Committee and the State Council, on May 9, 2025, the Office of the National Export Control Coordination Mechanism organized a meeting in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, with participation from the Ministry of Commerce, Ministry of Public Security, Ministry of State Security, General Administration of Customs, Supreme People’s Court,…

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Ferrotungsten Prices Hit Record High – May 12, 2025 312

Analysis of Latest Tungsten Market from Chinatungsten Online Tungsten prices continue to soar on Monday, and the market enthusiasm runs high. Policy Stimulus Spurs Value Reassessment The strategic importance of tungsten resources continues to gain prominence amid the reshaping of the global political and economic landscape. On May 9th, China launched a special operation to combat the smuggling and illegal export of strategic minerals, including tungsten and rare earths. This initiative is expected to bolster the supply of compliant products…

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Molybdenum Market Update – May 9, 2025 102

Molybdenum market update on May 9, 2025 In the first week after the May Day holiday, the domestic molybdenum market in China continued its positive trend from before the holiday, driven by strong price-holding sentiment from molybdenum mining companies and increased inquiry and procurement activity from downstream users. However, due to recent continuous price increases and a gradual weakening of supportive factors, buyers’ concerns about high prices have intensified slightly, leading to a narrower price rise compared to the pre-holiday…

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