Alumina: basic balance between supply and demand.(Inorganics)

From: China Chemical Reporter | Date: February 26, 2008| Author: Xiaojie, Lu | Copyright information

Metallurgical-grade alumina (aluminum oxide) is an irreplaceable major raw material for the production of electrolytic aluminum. The product has virtually no other application. Its supply/demand relationship is therefore somewhat rigid. The sales of alumina in the international market mainly take the form of long-term contracts and its price is 12%-17% of the pure aluminum price. These long-term contracts have ensured stability in the supply and the price of alumina.

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