What Is The Price Of Alloy Cored Wire? What Factors Influence The Price Of Cored Wire?

What Is the Price of Alloy Cored Wire?

Market Price Ranges for Cored Wire Used in Steel & Iron Metallurgy

The price of alloy cored wire varies widely based on core alloy type, wire diameter, packaging, order volume, and market conditions. It is a key metallurgical material used for precise alloying, inoculation, and desulfurization in steelmaking and foundry processes.

Today's export price of cored wire from China
product	index	price	rise and fall	port	Remark
Calcium silicate cored wire	ca30si60∮13mm	1270-1300	--	Tianjin Port	FOB, USD/ton
Calcium silicate cored wire	ca28si55∮13mm	1130-1150	--	Tianjin Port	FOB, USD/ton
Pure calcium cored wire	ca98%min∮9mm (Ca58-68g)	1420-1490	--	Tianjin Port	FOB, USD/ton

How much does cored wire cost in China?

Today's China Core-Spun Wire Market Summary
Product price (RMB/ton, including tax)	area	November 11 transaction price	November 12th transaction price	Change in yuan/ton
Calcium siliconCore-coated wireCa30Si58∮13mm	Jiangsu	9100-9400	9100-9400	flat
Calcium silicate cored wire Ca28Si55∮13mm	Henan	8100-8400	8100-8400	flat
Solid pure calcium wire Ca98%min∮9mm (Ca58-68g)	Zhejiang	10200-10600	10200-10600	flat
	Henan	10200-10600	10200-10600	flat
	Jiangsu	10200-10600	10200-10600	flat
Seamless metallic calcium wire Ca97-98%min∮9mm (strip steel 1.0mm)	Shandong	10000-10500	10000-10500	flat
	Henan	10000-10500	10000-10500	flat
Seamless metallic calcium wire Ca97-98%min∮10mm (strip 1.5mm)	Shandong	9000-9500	9000-9500	flat
	Henan	9000-9500	9000-9500	flat
Carbon-coated wire C96-99% ∮13mm	Henan	5000-5300	5000-5300	flat
Carbon-coated wire C96-99% ∮13mm	Jiangsu	5200-5500	5200-5500	flat
Titanium-coated iron wire (Ti70%min) ∮13mm	Liaoning	26300-29000	26300-29000	flat
	Henan	26300-29000	26300-29000	flat
	Jiangsu	26300-29000	26300-29000	flat
Spheroidized cored wire Si42-46mg28-30RE2 ∮13mm	Jiangsu	9700-9900	9700-9900	flat
	Henan	9400-9700	9400-9700	flat
	Inner Mongolia	9400-9700	9400-9700	flat
Spheroidized cored wire Si42-46mg25RE2 ∮13mm	Inner Mongolia	9100-9300	9100-9300	flat
Spheroidized cored wire Si40Mg30Re2∮13mm	Liaoning	9800-10100	9800-10100	flat
Calcium-iron cored wire (FeCa30min∮13mm)	Jiangsu	9100-9200	9100-9200	flat
	Henan	9100-9200	9100-9200	flat
	Hubei	10700-10900	10700-10900	flat

What factors influence the price of cored wire?

Core alloy composition: More expensive elements (Mg, Ca, rare earths) increase cost.

Diameter & length: Standard 9–13 mm diameter; longer coils may reduce unit price.

Steel sheath thickness: Thicker sheathing = higher price but better protection.

Order size: Bulk purchases (>20 tons) attract discounts.

Supplier region: Prices in Europe and North America are generally higher than in China or India due to labor and energy costs.

Market demand: Steel production surges push prices up; downturns reduce them.

Market Trend: Prices have remained relatively stable with slight increases (2023–2025) due to rising alloy raw material costs and demand in automotive and construction steel sectors.

What Is Alloy Cored Wire Used for in the Metallurgical Industry?

Primary Functions in Steelmaking & Foundry Operations

Application	Function	Benefit
Ladle treatment of steel	Controlled addition of Ca, Si, C, Mg, etc.	Improves inclusion modification, alloy uniformity
Ductile iron production	Mg or Ca alloy wire for nodularization	Spherical graphite formation → higher ductility/strength
Desulfurization	Ca‑based wire reduces sulfur content	Cleaner steel, better toughness
Microalloying	Precise addition of Ti, B, V, etc.	Tailors mechanical properties without over‑dosing
Inoculation of cast iron	FeSi or CaFe wire in stream	Refines graphite, reduces chill

What Are the Main Properties of Alloy Cored Wire for Metallurgical Use?

Characteristics That Influence Performance & Price

Property	Typical Range / Description	Metallurgical Relevance
Sheath material	Cold‑rolled low‑carbon steel strip	Protects core alloy from premature reaction
Diameter	9 mm, 13 mm, 16 mm	Determines feed rate and dissolution behavior
Core fill rate	10–40 % by weight	Higher fill = more alloy per meter, affects cost
Breaking strength	≥350 MPa	Ensures uninterrupted feeding in high‑speed wire feeders
Alloy content accuracy	±1–2 % of declared composition	Critical for predictable metallurgical results
Packaging	Coils (100–300 kg), palletized	Facilitates handling and storage

What Should Be Considered When Purchasing Alloy Cored Wire?

Key Factors for Quality and Cost Efficiency

Match alloy type to intended metallurgical process (desulfurization, nodulization, microalloying).

Check core alloy analysis via supplier's Certificate of Conformance (CoC).

Verify physical specs: diameter, coil weight, breaking strength for compatibility with wire feeding system.

Assess packaging for moisture protection and ease of handling.

Compare total delivered cost, not just per‑ton price (freight, customs, storage matter).

Ensure supplier reliability for consistent quality and on‑time delivery.

Summary Table

Question	Answer
What is the price of Alloy Cored Wire?	1270-1300 USD/ton, depending on alloy type, diameter, and order size; specialty wires with Mg or rare earths are most expensive.
What is it used for in metallurgy?	Ladle treatment, ductile iron nodularization, desulfurization, microalloying, cast iron inoculation.
What are its key properties?	Steel sheath, 9–16 mm diameter, 10–40 % core fill, high breaking strength, precise alloy content.
What to consider when purchasing?	Match alloy & specs to process, verify analysis, assess packaging, compare total cost, choose reliable supplier.

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