India’s HRC market is moving fast. Are you making decisions with the latest intelligence?

With domestic prices at critical levels, import economics shifting under safeguard duties, and geopolitical tensions disrupting trade flows, having reliable, up-to-date information is no longer optional — it’s essential.

This weekly report delivers the precise data and analysis you need to optimize your procurement strategy, avoid costly mistakes, and secure the best possible pricing.

What’s inside this report:

✅ Domestic Price Benchmarks

Mumbai HRC spot prices (IS2062, Gr E250, 2.5-8mm)
CRC price movements
Primary mill list prices
Regional price variations across key markets

✅ Import Price Intelligence

China/Non-FTA country CFR offers
FTA country (Korea/Japan) CFR offers
Full landed cost calculation (including BCD, safeguard duty, cess, port handling)
Domestic vs import price comparison

✅ Policy & Duty Analysis

Current safeguard duty rate and its impact on landed costs
CIF minimum price thresholds for duty exemption
Future duty phase-down schedule (2026–2028)
China export license requirements (for Chinese imports)

✅ Supply Chain Intelligence

February import volumes by source country
Vessel arrival schedules for March
Export market activity and disruptions
Distributor-level inventory conditions

✅ Critical Risk Alerts

Geopolitical impact on freight costs and transit times
Liquidity concerns in spot market
Raw material cost trends (coking coal, iron ore)
SHFE futures movement

✅ Actionable Procurement Advice

Clear “buy now / wait / consider imports” guidance
Price negotiation ranges based on current market conditions
Documentation checklist for imports
Q2 planning recommendations

Who needs this report:

HRC importers evaluating overseas sourcing options
Pipe and tube manufacturers managing raw material costs
Trading companies tracking market movements
Procurement teams planning Q2-Q3 requirements
Anyone making steel buying decisions in the Indian market