China's imports of major commodities including crude oil, iron ore and soybean climbed in the first eight months of the year.

The 2101 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 5936 yuan per ton on October 13.

The 2101 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 5898 yuan per ton on October 12.

Japan's import of ferrosilicon (silicon content > 55%) was 12277.901 tons, down 42.51% month on month and 65.4% year-on-year.

A reading above 50 indicates expansion, while a reading below reflects contraction.

The 2101 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 5850 yuan per ton on October 9.

The 2010 ferrosilicon contract price on ZCE closed at 5650 yuan per ton on September 30.

In September, the ferrosilicon market continued to be stronger, with tight spot and low inventory.