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New Standard for Tungsten Concentrate: Determination of Fluorine and Mercury Content 41

Recently, two national standards, led by the Provincial Tungsten and Rare Earth Quality Inspection Center, were officially released on January 24, 2025: GB/T 6150.19-2025: Methods for Chemical Analysis of Tungsten Concentrates-Part 19: Determination of Fluorine Content-Ion-Selective Electrode Method and GB/T 6150.20-2025: Methods for Chemical Analysis of Tungsten Concentrates-Part 20: Determination of Mercury Content-Direct Solid Sampling Method. The release of these two new standards not only standardizes the analytical methods for detecting fluorine and mercury content in tungsten concentrates, improving the…

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Two National Standards on Methods for Chemical Analysis of Tungsten Concentrate Released 62

According to the Ganzhou Municipal Market Regulation Administration, two national standards led by the Jiangxi Provincial Tungsten and Rare Earth Product Quality Supervision and Inspection Center – “Methods for Chemical Analysis of Tungsten Concentrates — Part 19: Determination of Fluoride Content — Ion Selective Electrode Method” (GB/T 6150.19-2025) and “Methods for Chemical Analysis of Tungsten Concentrates — Part 20: Determination of Mercury Content — Solid Sampling and Direct Mercury Analysis Method” (GB/T 6150.20-2025) – were officially released on January 24,…

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Tungsten Prices Decline, Cobalt Prices Surge Over 10% 77

Analysis of latest tungsten market from Chinatungsten Online This week, the tungsten market trended generally weak. The downturn was driven by sluggish demand, a complex global political and economic environment, and rising trade barriers, which have dampened consumer confidence. Additionally, industry institutions and tungsten companies lowered their quotations, reflecting market weakness and undermining traders’ pricing confidence. Tungsten Concentrate Market Mining output remained limited, while downstream demand stayed subdued. The mismatch between supply and demand persisted, leaving transactions stagnant. The price…

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Declassification of Data on a Major Tungsten-Gold Deposit in Tajikistan 38

According to the Legal Information Network of the Ministry of Justice of Tajikistan, President Emomali Rahmon has ordered the declassification of data on the Ikal tungsten-gold deposit located 60 kilometers from Khorog in the Rushan District of the Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region. This move aims to attract foreign investment. Currently, relevant data on this deposit is stored in the National Geological Information Reserve of the Tajikistan Geology Service. In addition to tungsten and gold, the deposit also contains copper and cobalt.…

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Ammonium Metatungstate Is Not Currently Subject to Dual-Use Item Controls 39

On February 28th, in response to recent inquiries from enterprises and following communication with relevant departments of the General Administration of Customs, the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) provided answers to common identification questions regarding tungsten, tellurium, and related items. One of the highly anticipated questions was whether ammonium metatungstate falls under the scope of dual-use item controls. MOFCOM clearly stated that ammonium metatungstate, an acidic compound of tungsten, is not included in the list of dual-use items currently under control.…

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MOFCOM Answers Common Identification Questions on Controlled Items Related to Tungsten and Tellurium 37

On February 28, the Bureau of Safety and Control of the Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM), based on recent inquiries from enterprises and in communication with relevant departments of the General Administration of Customs, provided answers to common identification questions regarding tungsten, tellurium, and related items. 1. How can export operators determine whether the tungsten-related products they intend to export are subject to control as dual-use items? Answer: Export operators should refer to the relevant provisions of the Announcement No. 10…

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Tungsten Prices in a Declining Phase 59

Analysis of latest tungsten market from Chinatungsten Online In March 2025, the forecast average prices by industry bodies and the long-term contract prices for the first half of the month set by several tungsten enterprises were adjusted downwards, clearly indicating a downtrend in the tungsten market. The market demand side showed weak feedback due to macroeconomic factors, while the supply side had limited resources during the National People’s Congress and Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference sessions. Participants approached negotiations with…

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Jiangxi’s Tungsten and Rare Earth Industry Output Value Is Expected to Exceed 100 Billion Yuan 28

Recently, according to the official website of the Jiangxi Provincial Market Supervision Administration, in recent years, the Ganzhou City Market Supervision Bureau has seized the opportunity to establish the National Tungsten and Rare Earth Industry Metrology Testing Center. By building a professional technical service platform and deeply implementing the “Three Comprehensives and One Proactive” metrology testing service, it has promoted the transformation of Ganzhou from a “resource treasure trove” to an “industrial highland,” actively empowering the high-quality development of Jiangxi’s…

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Zhangyuan Tungsten Industry’s Net Profit Rose by More Than 20% in 2024 27

Recently, Zhangyuan Tungsten Industry released a report stating that the company achieved operating revenue of 3.673 billion yuan in 2024, a year-on-year increase of 8.02%; operating profit of 224 million yuan, up 27.89% year-on-year; net profit attributable to the parent company of 177 million yuan, up 23.25% year-on-year; non-GAAP net profit of 185 million yuan, up 36.41% year-on-year; and basic earnings per share of 0.15 yuan, up 25.00% year-on-year. By the end of the reporting period, total assets reached 4.95…

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Tungsten Powder and Tungsten Waste and Scrap Prices Under Pressure 27

Analysis of latest tungsten market from Chinatungsten Online The overall trend of tungsten prices remains in a stalemate, showing weak stability. The complex international political and economic environment, coupled with sluggish industry demand, continues to exert bearish pressure on market sentiment. Recently, buyers have turned pessimistic, while sellers are cautious about selling, awaiting new quotes from institutions and tungsten companies, as well as signals from the recent National People’s Congress. The price of 65% wolframite concentrate is hovering around $20,140.8/ton.…

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