[SMM Stainless Steel Flash] April 2, 2026: Stainless Steel Market Highlights

Published: Apr 2, 2026 18:07

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Policy & Trends: India has exempted three types of stainless steel flat products from BIS certification until Sep 2026, easing import barriers. Japan’s Metal One fully acquired Thailand’s PSCTH to boost high-end exports. In Taiwan, China, traders tentatively raised 304 prices by NT$2,000/ton following mill hikes, though holiday trading remains quiet.

Market Drivers: 304 spot prices hold at 14,350–14,400 RMB/ton, with Indonesia FOB at $2,082.5/ton. While Middle East tensions keep logistics and fuel surcharges high, providing a strong price floor, weak downstream demand is keeping the market in a narrow range-bound pattern for now.

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