During the period, China imported a total of 669 million tons of iron ore, up 6.9 percent from the same period last year, according to the data.

Statistics of imported manganese ore in May 2023

In May this year, Russia's stainless steel imports totaled 46,250 mt, down by 10.3 percent month-on-month, according to Russia-based SpetsStal Association.

Finished Import Market Share YTD at 23%.

The total import volume of manganese ore increased by 45% month on month in April 2023

Renewable energy use, low season, curbs on inflows, green drive factors.

According to China Ferroalloy Network, in March 2023, China imported a total of 2.1081 million tons of manganese ore

According to Russia-based SpetsStal Association, in March 2023, Russia's stainless steel imports totaled 39,940 mt, a month-on-month increase of 84%.