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Newly-started NPI Plant: Estimated 5,000 Tonnes Output in November

Nov 16, 2017 16:45

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As per SMM research, one low-nickel pig iron plant in Guangxi has delayed its production since breakdown maintenance.

SHANGHAI, Nov.16 (SMM)－As per SMM research, one low-nickel pig iron plant in Guangxi has delayed its production since breakdown maintenance. In November its estimated output is 5,000 tonnes, lower than estimated 15,000 tonnes previously. The nickel content of low-grade NPI is 1.6%

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