Metalnewsnet 18 Jan:

This week, Zirconium Products market were in a depressing condition, manufacturers were not willing to deal, and some manufacturers even no intention to sale goods.

Hainan zircon sand: The market demand of Hainan zircon sand significantly decreased this week. Most manufacturers have slightly reduced the offer price, a few manufacturers offer 6,000 Yuan / ton (excluding tax). One Hainan manufacturer said: "Our sales decreased so much this week, most of manufacturers basically shutdown, maybe they will start production from March to April. Hainan zircon sand market will remain very weak during this period. "

Vietnam Zircon Sand: Vietnam zircon sand raised a little due to the difficult imports which resulting in the poor supply, and some manufacturers have no intention to sale goods.

Import zircon of Indonesia, Australia, South Africa: The domestic market of Australian zircon sand was smooth and the manufacturers intention of sale goods was not very strong. Even though the cost was increasing, the  price of Australian zircon sand has no obviously decline.

Sponge zirconium: sponge zirconium market was changed very little this week, the price is relatively stable . And the price are less likely to declines during next week.

Zirconium Silicate: This week ,zirconium silicate market was depressing and the volume also disappointing. Most manufacturers stoped production. We estimate that the main trend of the market will be stable next week.