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

Ferrosilicon 75B tender volumes & price of Sangang Group in Jan-Oct, 2020.

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

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

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.

In August 2020, Japan imported 435.6 tons of ferrosilicon (≤55%).

In August 2020, Japan's import of ferrosilicon (silicon content > 55%) was 12277.901 tons.