Silicon metal remains a core raw material for a wide range of industrial supply chains, including aluminum alloys, silicones and chemical intermediates, and certain metallurgical applications. For procurement managers and international trading companies, silicon metal purchasing is rarely driven by price alone. Buyers also consider grade suitability, impurity tolerance, shipment timing, packing requirements, and-most importantly-supplier reliability and stable monthly supply.
In the latest export market reference, silicon metal quotations at FOB Huangpu Port are reported stable across major grades, giving buyers a clear snapshot for budgeting and near-term procurement planning.
Latest Silicon Metal Export Quotations (Unit: USD/ton | Basis: FOB Huangpu Port)
- Silicon Metal 421: USD 1,450–1,500/ton (-- stable)
- Silicon Metal 2202: USD 2,000–2,100/ton (-- stable)
- Silicon Metal 3303: USD 1,480–1,500/ton (-- stable)
- Silicon Metal 441: USD 1,350–1,400/ton (-- stable)
- Silicon Metal 553: USD 1,300–1,330/ton (-- stable)
These stable ranges suggest an orderly market where buyers and suppliers are currently aligned at workable levels. In such weeks, negotiation often shifts from headline price movement to execution terms and specification matching.
Market Commentary: What "Stable Pricing" Means for Buyers
A stable quotation does not mean that all transactions occur at the same number. It typically indicates that the market is trading within a relatively narrow band and that suppliers are holding levels without aggressive discounting. In practical export purchasing, the executable level will still vary depending on order details, especially:
Order size and repeat volume: bulk and repeat orders usually execute more smoothly
Specification alignment: grade selection, impurity expectations, and size range requirements
Packing format: jumbo bags vs. small bags, palletization, moisture protection
Shipment window: loading schedule flexibility and booking rhythm
Documentation and inspection: COA format, third-party inspection, marking requirements
For procurement teams, stable price periods can be the best time to optimize procurement efficiency: confirm baseline demand, secure shipment windows, and standardize requirements to reduce delays and total landed cost risk.
How Buyers Should Compare Grades (Practical Guide)
Even when all grades show "no change," grade selection still matters for total cost performance.
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Silicon Metal 553 and 441: Mainstream, cost-efficient purchasing
Grades like 553 and 441 are widely traded and often selected when buyers need stable supply and practical cost efficiency. These grades are commonly used in broad industrial applications where the process can accept mainstream impurity tolerance and standard sizing.
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Silicon Metal 421 and 3303: Positioned for specific performance needs
421 and 3303 often sit in a mid-range price zone. Buyers may select them when their application requires a specific balance of performance and consistency, or when their purchasing standards prefer certain impurity control levels.
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Silicon Metal 2202: Premium grade for higher requirements
2202 is at the top of today's price list. In many procurement situations, this reflects higher requirement positioning-buyers choose it when they need stronger consistency or tighter control relative to mainstream grades. Because premium grades can influence downstream stability, buyers often evaluate 2202 not only by USD/ton, but also by its impact on yield, defect rate, and compliance risk.
Buyer Tips: How to Secure a Firm Quotation Quickly
To convert a quotation range into a firm offer, buyers should provide a complete inquiry message. Include:
- Grade: 421 / 2202 / 3303 / 441 / 553
- Size range: standard lumps or customized sizing
- Quantity: trial volume and/or expected monthly demand
- Packing: bag type, net weight, pallet requirement, moisture protection
- Incoterms: FOB Huangpu (or CFR/CIF if needed)
- Destination port and shipment window: target ETD and delivery requirement
- Quality and documents: COA format, inspection needs, labeling rules
Providing these details upfront reduces re-quotation cycles and helps suppliers confirm availability and loading schedules faster-often the difference between a smooth purchase and a delayed one.
FAQ (Silicon Metal Export Buyers)
Q1: Are silicon metal prices moving this week?
A: In this update, the listed grades are stable with no change reported.
Q2: Why can firm offers differ from the quotation range?
A: Final pricing depends on quantity, packing, size requirements, shipment window, and documentation/inspection needs.
Q3: Which grade should I buy-553, 441, 3303, 421, or 2202?
A: Choose based on your process requirements and impurity tolerance. If you share your application and target specification, suppliers can recommend the most suitable grade.
Q4: Can I combine multiple grades in one shipment?
A: Often yes, depending on packing and the loading plan. Mixed loading can improve logistics efficiency.
Q5: How can I reduce purchasing risk in an uncertain market?
A: Many buyers lock baseline demand via planned monthly supply, then keep flexibility through split ordering.
About Our Company
We are a factory-direct manufacturer and exporter of metallurgical products with a production base of about 30,000 square meters and stable monthly supply capacity. Our products are exported to more than 100 countries and regions, and we have established cooperation with over 5,000 customers worldwide. Our sales team is familiar with industry dynamics and market trends and supports buyers with specification matching, procurement planning, and reliable export execution.
In addition to silicon metal (421/2202/3303/441/553), we also supply ferrosilicon, silicon metal powder, and other metallurgical products. Send us your required grade, quantity, packing preference, destination, and shipment schedule-we will provide a firm quotation and a stable supply plan.
