European Tungsten Market Cools, Prices and Transactions Decline Amid Strong Wait-and-See Sentiment

Published: Apr 23, 2026 18:56

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[SMM Tungsten Express] As of April 23, the European tungsten market corrected from recent highs, with strong wait-and-see sentiment among end-users. Some lower offers emerged, but transactions remained light while supply-demand fundamentals stayed solid. According to SMM data, APT CIF Rotterdam is quoted at $2,900-3,200/mtu, averaging $3,050/mtu, down $135 from last week. Ferrotungsten Rotterdam warehouse is at $290-310/kg W, down $20 from last week. European scrap carbide blades are at €105-115/kg, averaging €110/kg, down €5 from last week.

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