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 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.

From January to August 2020, Japan imported 222507.952 tons of ferrosilicon (silicon content > 55%)

From January to August 2020, Japan imported 7423.599 tons of ferrosilicon (≤55%).

From January to August 2020, China exported 191773.639 tons of ferrosilicon (silicon content > 55%).