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Global Fused Silica Spot Market Prices, Chart, Trend Analysis And Forecast

Price Watchâ„¢ provides real-time price assessments and price forecasts for Fused Silica across top trading regions:

Fused Silica Regional Coverage Fused Silica Grade and Country Coverage Fused Silica Pricing Data Coverage Explanation
Asia Pacific Fused Silica Pricing Analysis Refractory-Grade Fused Silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang, China Weekly Price Update on Refractory-Grade Fused Silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) Real-Time Export Prices from Lianyungang, China to Global Markets
Refractory-Grade Fused Silica (Mesh 30-50, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang, China Weekly Price Update on Refractory-Grade Fused Silica (Mesh 30-50, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) Real-Time Export Prices from Lianyungang, China to Global Markets
Refractory-Grade Fused Silica (Mesh 100-200, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang, China Weekly Price Update on Refractory-Grade Fused Silica (Mesh 100-200, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) Real-Time Export Prices from Lianyungang, China to Global Markets
Refractory-Grade Fused Silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva, India. Importing from China. Weekly Price Update on Refractory-Grade Fused Silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) Real-Time Import Prices at Nhava Sheva, India from Global Markets
Refractory-Grade Fused Silica (Mesh 30-50, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva, India. Importing from China. Weekly Price Update on Refractory-Grade Fused Silica (Mesh 30-50, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) Real-Time Import Prices at Nhava Sheva, India from Global Markets
Refractory-Grade Fused Silica (Mesh 100-200, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva, India. Importing from China. Weekly Price Update on Refractory-Grade Fused Silica (Mesh 100-200, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) Real-Time Import Prices at Nhava Sheva, India from Global Markets

Fused Silica Price Forecasts & Market Foresight Q4 2026

Outlook: Mildly Bullish

Confidence: High

The Q3 2026 upward momentum is expected to transition into a steadier, cost-supported phase in Q4 2026, keeping prices elevated above mid-year levels across tracked regions, as reflected in the Fused Silica Sand Price Chart.

Prices are likely to hold firm to mildly higher as seasonal winter power tariffs, northern smelter raw-material stockpiling, and dry-season silicon-metal production curtailments in southwest China reinforce producer cost floors, even as post-Golden Week refractory procurement from the steel and cement sectors remains measured.

China is expected to see a mildly bullish trajectory, as FOB Lianyungang export quotes remain underpinned by tight high-purity quartz lump feedstock, elevated silicon-coal and winter grid electricity costs, and steady demand from high-frequency copper-clad laminate and electronics applications.

Import markets, particularly India, are likely to see a mildly bullish trend as post-holiday container freight normalization on the China–India corridor partially tempers higher Chinese winter replacement costs and ongoing rupee-dollar exchange rate sensitivity.

Any deeper downside is likely to be limited by disciplined furnace operating rates unless intra-Asia container shipping rates drop sharply again, with the Fused Silica Sand Price Index capturing these cost-supported dynamics.

Global Fused Silica Market Overview by Region (Oct-Dec 2026)

Country Grade/Incoterm Outlook
India Fused Silica, Refractory-Grade (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva (CHINA) Mildly Bullish
India Fused Silica, Refractory-Grade (Mesh 30-50, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva (CHINA) Mildly Bullish
India Fused Silica, Refractory-Grade (Mesh 100-200, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva (CHINA) Mildly Bullish
China Fused Silica, Refractory-Grade (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang Mildly Bullish
China Fused Silica, Refractory-Grade (Mesh 30-50, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang Mildly Bullish
China Fused Silica, Refractory-Grade (Mesh 100-200, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang Mildly Bullish

*Fused Silica Forecast represents an analytical assessment based on information available at the time of publication. Actual market prices may vary due to unforeseen operational, regulatory, geopolitical, or economic developments.

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What’s Included

The 3-Month Forecast (Updated Monthly)

It reflects changes in high-purity quartz ore and silicon-metal feedstock costs, industrial electricity and silicon-coal prices, furnace operating rates, smelter curtailments, inventory levels, trade flows, container freight rates, currency exchange movements, regional demand from the refractory, foundry, steel, and electronics industries, and geopolitical developments affecting the global Fused Silica market.

Our Proprietary Hybrid Forecasting Model Evaluates:

  • Feedstock & production economics (High-Purity Quartz Ore, Silicon-Coal, Electric Arc Furnace Power Tariffs)
  • Plant operating rates & curtailments in fused silica, silicon-metal, steel, and refractory industries
  • Inventory and supply-demand balance across global hubs
  • Regional trade flows & freight (intra-Asia container shipping and maritime route disruptions)
  • Import-export dynamics, particularly between China and India
  • Macroeconomic, currency & geopolitical developments affecting steel, construction, and electronics sectors

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Fused Silica Price Trend Q3 2026

During Q3 2026, refractory-grade Fused Silica prices across major markets have been exhibiting a sharply upward trend, as reflected in the Fused Silica Price Chart, shaped by a combination of tightening high-purity quartz feedstock availability, Chinese silicon-metal smelter curtailments, firm electronics and pre-holiday restocking demand, and stronger currency and freight cost pass-through.

China has been recording strong price appreciation across all export grades as silicon-metal production cuts in Xinjiang, rising silicon-coal and autumn industrial grid electricity costs, and yuan appreciation against the US dollar have been limiting cheap spot availability, with cost and currency side firmness having been broadly amplifying upward forces on the market.

The Fused Silica price trend across regions has been underscoring the growing influence of currency translation, container freight dynamics, and upstream smelting balances on global market pricing throughout the quarter, with the Fused Silica Price Index capturing these supply and logistics driven pressures.

By late September, pre-Golden Week restocking and tighter container vessel space on China–India routes sustained firm delivered pricing heading into the fourth quarter.

India: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva, India

According to Price Watch™, in India, the Fused Silica Price in India CFR Nhava Sheva for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiO₂ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording an upward movement of approximately 18%, as significant Indian rupee depreciation against the US dollar, firmer Chinese FOB offers, and surging China–India container freight rates have been exerting upward forces on the market, with currency and logistics constraints having been broadly reinforcing higher replacement costs.

The Fused Silica Price Trend in India CFR Nhava Sheva has been reflecting a tightening import environment where buyers have been accepting higher rupee-denominated landed offers amid steady refractory and foundry restocking.

In September 2026, Fused Silica Prices in India have been recording an increase of around 1% MoM change, as the market has been showing sustained firmness following the sharp August currency-driven surge, with stronger import demand tightening container vessel space and passing higher freight costs through to delivered prices.

China: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang, China

In China, the Fused Silica Price in China FOB Lianyungang for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording an upward movement of approximately 4%, as Chinese yuan appreciation against the US dollar, Silicon-metal smelter curtailments in Xinjiang, and rising autumn industrial power and Silicon-coal costs have been exerting upward forces on the export market.

The Fused Silica Price Trend in China FOB Lianyungang has been reflecting a tightening procurement environment where producers have been raising dollar-denominated offers to preserve yuan margins and pass higher processing overheads downstream.

In September 2026, Fused Silica Prices in China have been recording an increase of around 2% MoM change, as the market has been showing firm upward momentum supported by pre-Golden Week restocking from steel and concrete producers, tight high-purity lump feedstock, and steady allocation to electronics orders.

Fused Silica Price Trend Analysis: Q2 2026

Fused Silica Price Trend Q2 2026

During Q2 2026, refractory-grade Fused Silica prices across major markets have been exhibiting a broadly stable-to-firm trend, as reflected in the Fused Silica price chart, shaped by steady Chinese furnace operating rates, balanced raw quartz ore availability, normal production economics, and routine overseas refractory restocking.

China has been recording modest price appreciation across export grades as steady furnace operations and balanced raw quartz and energy costs maintained a firm floor, with stable production economics having been broadly supporting the market.

The Fused Silica price trend across regions has been underscoring the growing influence of stable upstream furnace costs and steady currency exchange bands on global market pricing throughout the quarter, with the Fused Silica price index capturing these balanced supply-demand conditions.

By late June, however, delivered import prices in India saw a mild downward adjustment as exchange rates and freight costs consolidated within a narrow range.

India: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva, India

In India, the Fused Silica price in India CFR Nhava Sheva for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording an upward movement of approximately 1.55% QoQ, as early-quarter freight and replacement cost gains in April and May have been exerting mild upward forces on the market, with steady Chinese export pricing having been broadly reinforcing delivered values.

The Fused Silica price trend in India CFR Nhava Sheva has been reflecting a balanced replenishment environment where Indian refractory and foundry converters continued routine restocking amid stable Chinese supply.

In June 2026, Fused Silica prices in India have been recording a decline of around 1.44% MoM change, as the market consolidated after earlier mid-quarter gains, with the underlying Chinese production cost base showing little movement and the rupee-dollar exchange rate staying within its recent range.

China: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang, China

In China, the Fused Silica price in China FOB Lianyungang for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording an upward movement of approximately 0.86% QoQ, as steady furnace operating rates and routine overseas refractory procurement have been supporting export offers, with normal production economics having been broadly anchoring the market.

The Fused Silica price trend in China FOB Lianyungang has been reflecting a stable export environment where producers maintained disciplined pricing amid undisturbed raw quartz supply and furnace energy costs.

In June 2026, Fused Silica prices in China have been recording a stable price trend, as the market held its usual narrow range following May’s modest upward adjustment, with overseas buyers placing routine orders.

Fused Silica Price Trend Q1 2026

During Q1 2026, refractory-grade Fused Silica prices across major markets have been exhibiting a broadly upward trend, as reflected in the Fused Silica price chart, shaped by incomplete post-Spring Festival mine restarts, sharp Chinese silicon-metal smelter output cuts, winter power tariffs, and a late-quarter surge in China–India container freight rates.

China has been recording modest price appreciation across export grades as fewer post-holiday operating days, winter energy tariffs, and yuan appreciation against the US dollar tightened spot availability, with supply-side discipline having been broadly supporting upward pricing momentum.

The Fused Silica price trend across regions has been underscoring the growing influence of maritime logistics disruptions and seasonal smelter operating constraints on global market pricing throughout the quarter, with the Fused Silica price index capturing these freight- and cost-driven pressures.

By late March, Middle East tensions forced container carriers to reroute around the Cape of Good Hope, triggering conflict surcharges that drove delivered India import prices sharply higher.

India: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva, India

In India, the Fused Silica price in India CFR Nhava Sheva for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiO₂ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording an upward movement of approximately 4.89% QoQ, as escalating China–India container shipping costs and firmer Chinese FOB export quotes have been exerting upward forces on the market, with maritime routing disruptions having been broadly reinforcing higher replacement costs.

The Fused Silica price trend in India CFR Nhava Sheva has been reflecting a freight-driven procurement environment where importers faced higher landed offers despite steady exchange rates.

In March 2026, Fused Silica prices in India have been recording a jump of around 5.09% MoM change, as Middle East tensions forced carriers to reroute around the Cape of Good Hope, triggering conflict surcharges and sharply higher China–India container rates that passed directly into CFR India prices.

China: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang, China

In China, the Fused Silica price in China FOB Lianyungang for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording an upward movement of approximately 0.87% QoQ, as incomplete post-Spring Festival mine restarts, sharp silicon-metal smelter output cuts on fewer operating days, and yuan appreciation against the US dollar have been exerting upward forces on the market, with tighter byproduct silica availability having been broadly supporting export offers.

The Fused Silica price trend in China FOB Lianyungang has been reflecting a cost-supported environment where stable quartz ore supply and winter power tariffs anchored producer pricing even as steel and cement buyers purchased only against immediate needs.

In March 2026, Fused Silica prices in China have been recording stable prices, as the market paused and held its earlier February gains amid balanced supply and routine export offtake.

Fused Silica Price Trend Analysis 2025

Fused Silica Price Trend Q1 2025

During Q1 2025, refractory-grade Fused Silica prices across major markets have been exhibiting a diverging regional trend, as reflected in the Fused Silica price chart, shaped by dry-season smelter output cuts in southwest China, steady quartz feedstock and winter power contracts, high-end copper-clad laminate demand support, and sharp swings in China–India container shipping rates.

China has been recording modest price appreciation across export grades as southwest ferrosilicon and silicon-metal smelters cut output on dry-season power costs and high-end copper-clad laminate orders provided partial support, with tighter byproduct silica availability having been broadly underpinning the origin market.

The Fused Silica price trend across regions has been underscoring the growing influence of container shipping capacity deployments and seasonal smelter power costs on global market pricing throughout the quarter, with the Fused Silica price index capturing these regional divergences.

By late March, a steep collapse in Asia–India container freight rates as carriers deployed larger vessels pulled delivered India prices down for the quarter despite firmer Chinese FOB quotes.

India: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva, India

In India, the Fused Silica price in India CFR Nhava Sheva for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording a decline of approximately 1.07% QoQ, as a sharp March collapse in Asia–India container freight rates and yuan appreciation against the US dollar outweighed January’s pre-Lunar New Year cargo rush and Red Sea freight spike, with expanded vessel capacity having been broadly reducing landed import costs.

The Fused Silica price trend in India CFR Nhava Sheva has been reflecting a freight-driven environment where container rate normalization more than offset marginal increases in Chinese FOB export quotes.

In March 2025, Fused Silica prices in India have been recording a decline of around 4.78% MoM change, as carriers deployed larger vessels and added capacity on Asia–India routes, driving Indian route freight indices sharply lower week-on-week.

China: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang, China

In China, the Fused Silica price in China FOB Lianyungang for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording an upward movement of approximately 1.75% QoQ, as dry-season power cost cuts at southwest ferrosilicon and silicon-metal smelters limited by product availability and high-end copper-clad laminate demand provided partial support, with stable quartz feedstock and winter power contracts having been broadly reinforcing producer offers.

The Fused Silica price trend in China FOB Lianyungang has been reflecting a steady export environment where tight byproduct supply offset subdued seasonal steel and cement refractory consumption.

In March 2025, Fused Silica prices in China have been recording an increase of around 0.87% MoM change, as steady supply-demand conditions and firm high-end electronics demand supported a modest upward adjustment.

Fused Silica Price Trend Q2 2025

During Q2 2025, refractory-grade Fused Silica prices across major markets have been exhibiting a mixed trend, as reflected in the Fused Silica price chart, shaped by early-quarter quartz feedstock softening and crude steel output cuts in China followed by a late-quarter June rebound driven by silicon-metal production cuts, yuan appreciation, and a Red Sea-linked surge in Shanghai–Nhava Sheva container spot rates.

China has been recording a net quarterly decline across export grades as lower Hubei high-grade silica feedstock prices, sluggish silicone and polysilicon demand, and a sequential contraction in crude steel output weighed on April and May pricing, with softer upstream costs having been broadly pressuring the origin market before June’s partial recovery.

The Fused Silica price trend across regions has been underscoring the growing influence of geopolitical shipping disruptions and regional feedstock balances on global market pricing throughout the quarter, with the Fused Silica price index capturing these contrasting forces.

By late June, Middle East tensions forced carriers to reroute vessels away from the Red Sea, more than doubling Shanghai–Nhava Sheva spot container rates and lifting delivered India prices above their prior-quarter close.

India: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva, India

In India, the Fused Silica price in India CFR Nhava Sheva for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording an upward movement of approximately 1.41% QoQ, as a sharp June container freight surge and yuan appreciation against the US dollar outweighed earlier April and May softening, with maritime rerouting and tightened vessel capacity having been broadly reinforcing higher quarter-end replacement costs.

The Fused Silica price trend in India CFR Nhava Sheva has been reflecting a logistics-sensitive environment where geopolitical disruptions in the Red Sea rapidly reversed earlier buyer-favourable conditions.

In June 2025, Fused Silica prices in India have been recording a jump of around 5.61% MoM change, as Middle East tensions forced importers to abandon the Red Sea route and Shanghai–Nhava Sheva spot container rates more than doubled month-on-month alongside modest Chinese FOB gains.

China: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang, China

In China, the Fused Silica price in China FOB Lianyungang for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording a decline of approximately 1.72% QoQ, as lower high-grade silica feedstock prices in Hubei, southwest silicon smelter operating cuts amid high inventories, and a 7% month-on-month contraction in April crude steel output have been exerting downward forces on the market, with weaker conventional refractory demand having been broadly compressing export quotes.

The Fused Silica price trend in China FOB Lianyungang has been reflecting a cautious procurement environment where downstream buyers relied on just-in-time purchasing through April and May.

In June 2025, Fused Silica prices in China have been recording an increase of around 0.88% MoM change, as firmer silicon-metal production cuts and stable quartz ore supply supported a modest late-quarter rebound.

Fused Silica Price Trend Q3 2025

During Q3 2025, refractory-grade Fused Silica prices across major markets have been exhibiting a stable-to-firm trend, as reflected in the Fused Silica price chart, shaped by steady Chinese production economics, balanced silicon-metal byproduct supply, yuan appreciation, and fluctuating China–India container freight rates.

China has been recording flat pricing across export grades as higher polysilicon-driven demand at silicon-metal smelters, stable high-purity quartz feedstock, and peak hydropower tariffs anchored production costs, with balanced supply-demand conditions having been broadly stabilizing the origin market.

The Fused Silica price trend across regions has been underscoring the growing influence of container shipping swings and currency appreciation on global market pricing throughout the quarter, with the Fused Silica price index capturing these logistics-driven divergences.

By late September, a renewed surge in China–India container freight rates and yuan appreciation pushed delivered import prices in India to a solid quarterly gain.

India: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva, India

In India, the Fused Silica price in India CFR Nhava Sheva for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording an upward movement of approximately 3.11% QoQ, as container freight surges in July and September alongside Chinese yuan appreciation against the US dollar have been exerting upward forces on the market, with higher maritime transport costs having been broadly lifting delivered replacement values.

The Fused Silica price trend in India CFR Nhava Sheva has been demonstrating strong responsiveness to Asia–India shipping capacity shifts and currency movements despite unchanged Chinese FOB origin prices.

In September 2025, Fused Silica prices in India have been recording an increase of around 3.26% MoM change, as the market rebounded from an August freight dip on the back of surging container freight rates and a stronger yuan against the US dollar.

China: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang, China

In China, the Fused Silica price in China FOB Lianyungang for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording a stable movement QoQ, as higher polysilicon-driven demand at silicon-metal smelters and modest inventory drawdowns kept ferrosilicon byproduct supply balanced, with stable high-purity quartz feedstock and peak hydropower tariffs having been broadly anchoring production costs.

The Fused Silica price trend in China FOB Lianyungang has been reflecting a balanced procurement environment where ample supply and just-in-time downstream buying prevented both discounting and price spikes.

In September 2025, Fused Silica prices in China have been recording stable prices, as steady quartz ore costs offset high industrial silicon output and kept export offers flat.

Fused Silica Price Trend Q4 2025

During Q4 2025, refractory-grade Fused Silica prices across major markets have been exhibiting a mixed-to-firm trend, as reflected in the Fused Silica price chart, shaped by an early-quarter post-Golden Week collapse in Shanghai–India container spot rates followed by a November–December rebound driven by northern Chinese winter stockpiling, southwest dry-season smelter shutdowns, and rising winter power and silicon-coal costs.

China has been recording modest price appreciation across export grades as winter energy tariffs, dry-season smelter curtailments, and yuan appreciation against the US dollar lifted producer price floors, with seasonal cost pressures having been broadly supporting the market.

The Fused Silica price trend across regions has been underscoring the growing influence of intra-Asia container shipping volatility and winter energy economics on global market pricing throughout the quarter, with the Fused Silica price index capturing these freight and cost adjustments.

By late December, firmer winter production costs and recovering freight rates restored delivered import values in India back to their prior-quarter close.

India: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) CFR Nhava Sheva, India

In India, the Fused Silica price in India CFR Nhava Sheva for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording a flat net movement QoQ, as a strong November–December rebound driven by higher Chinese winter power and silicon-coal costs and yuan appreciation fully offset October’s post-Golden Week container freight collapse, with late-quarter cost pass-through having been broadly restoring replacement costs.

The Fused Silica price trend in India CFR Nhava Sheva has been reflecting a volatile freight environment where an initial drop in Shanghai–Nhava Sheva spot rates was reversed by firmer winter origin quotes and currency translation pressures.

In December 2025, Fused Silica prices in India have been recording an increase of around 0.76% MoM change, as the market extended its late-quarter recovery amid firm Chinese winter cost floors and steady import replenishment.

China: Refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) FOB Lianyungang, China

In China, the Fused Silica price in China FOB Lianyungang for refractory-grade fused silica (Mesh 10-20, SiOâ‚‚ 99.8-99.96%) has been recording an upward movement of approximately 0.88% QoQ, as winter stockpiling by northern silicon smelters, dry-season shutdowns in southwest China, and yuan appreciation against the US dollar have been exerting upward forces on the market, with winter energy tariffs and stable quartz feedstock costs having been broadly anchoring producer pricing.

The Fused Silica price trend in China FOB Lianyungang has been reflecting a cost-supported environment where resilient high-frequency copper-clad laminate orders and tighter high-grade silica availability offset sluggish steel and cement refractory procurement.

In December 2025, Fused Silica prices in China have been recording stable prices, as the market consolidated after November’s upward adjustment amid steady year-end production economics.

Fused Silica Price Trend Q1 2024

During Q1 2024, Fused Silica prices across global markets have been exhibiting a stable-to-soft trend, shaped by flat January–February export pricing followed by a March correction driven by falling Chinese crude steel output (-7.8% year-on-year in March amid North China environmental restrictions during the Two Sessions), subdued post-Lunar New Year steel and cement demand, weakening Inner Mongolia silicon-metal and high-grade silica benchmarks, and lower intra-Asia container shipping rates.

Both China and India recorded late-quarter declines as sluggish downstream procurement and sufficient pre-holiday buffer stocks forced exporters to grant price concessions. The Fused Silica price trend across regions has been underscoring the growing influence of downstream steel operating rates and post-holiday freight normalization on global market pricing throughout the quarter.

On a quarter-on-quarter basis, declines ranged from approximately −1.67% in China to −2.25% in India, with March recording monthly drops of −1.67% MoM in China and −2.84% MoM in India.

Fused Silica Price Trend Q2 2024

During Q2 2024, Fused Silica prices across global markets have been exhibiting a broadly soft-to-stable trend, shaped by cautious downstream steel and cement refractory procurement, inventory destocking, and easing upstream silicon-metal and quartz feedstock cost pressures in China.

Both China and India saw subdued spot trading activity as refractory and foundry buyers relied on existing buffer stocks and limited aggressive spot purchases, prompting Chinese exporters to maintain competitive offers to preserve export volumes.

The Fused Silica price trend across regions has been underscoring the growing influence of downstream steel-sector margins and feedstock availability on global market pricing throughout the quarter.

Fused Silica Price Trend Q3 2024

During Q3 2024, Fused Silica prices across global markets have been exhibiting a broadly consolidated-to-mixed trend, shaped by wet-season hydropower availability at southwest Chinese silicon smelters, steady raw quartz supply, and fluctuating container freight rates along the China–India trade corridor.

Both China and India experienced measured price adjustments as routine refractory and foundry restocking balanced against comfortable domestic supply in China, leaving cumulative second-half levels slightly softer in FOB China terms (~3.4% lower from March to December 2024) while CFR India values trended ~4.0% higher over the same period on freight pass-through.

The Fused Silica price trend across regions has been underscoring the growing influence of short-term freight shifts and regional cost structures on global market pricing throughout the quarter.

Fused Silica Price Trend Q4 2024

During Q4 2024, Fused Silica prices across global markets have been exhibiting a mixed regional trend, shaped by year-end refractory inventory adjustments, winter power cost support in China, and firmer intra-Asia container freight rates toward year-end.

While Chinese FOB Lianyungang export quotes remained broadly stable-to-soft amid subdued domestic steel and cement demand, CFR Nhava Sheva import prices in India firmed as pre-holiday shipping capacity tightened and currency adjustments lifted landed replacement values.

The Fused Silica price trend across regions has been underscoring the growing influence of seasonal logistics pressures and regional supply balances on global market pricing throughout the quarter.

Technical Specifications of Fused Silica Price Trends

Product Description

Fused Silica is a non-crystalline (AMORPHOUS) form of high-purity silicon dioxide (SiOâ‚‚) produced by the high-temperature electric arc or flame fusion of high-grade quartz sand or rock crystal, followed by controlled cooling, crushing, and precision screening.

It is characterized by an extremely low coefficient of thermal expansion, exceptional thermal shock resistance, high chemical purity (99.8%–99.96% SiO₂), low thermal conductivity, and superior electrical insulation properties.

Fused Silica is a vital industrial commodity, primarily used in the manufacture of advanced refractories for steel, glass, and coke furnaces, precision investment casting shells, epoxy molding compounds (EMC) and copper-clad laminates (CCL) for electronics and semiconductors, and solar photovoltaic crucibles.

Identifiers and Classification:

  • CAS No – 60676-86-0
  • HS Code – 28112200

 

Fused Silica Global Trade and Shipment Terms

  • Quotation Terms: 25-28 MT
  • Packaging Type: 25 Kg Bag

 

Incoterms Referenced in Fused Silica price Reporting

Shipping Term Location Definition
CFR Nhava Sheva Nhava Sheva, India Import price of Fused Silica in India
FOB Lianyungang Lianyungang, China Export price of Fused Silica from China

*Quotation Terms refers to the quantity range specified for the Fused Silica being quoted or offered in a commercial transaction.
**Packaging Type refers to standard packaging size commonly used for Fused Silica packing, ease of handling, transportation, and storage in industrial and commercial applications.

Key Fused Silica Manufacturers and their brands

  • Imerys S.A. (TECO-SIL®)
  • Heraeus Holding GmbH (Heraeus Covantics)
  • Corning Incorporated (HPFS®)
  • 3M Company
  • Novoray Corporation
  • Momentive Performance Materials Inc.
  • Tosoh Corporation
  • Lianyungang Taosheng Fused Quartz Co., Ltd.

Fused Silica Industrial Applications

Historically, several events have caused significant fluctuations in Fused Silica prices

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Fused Silica Market Price Trend published by Price Watchâ„¢ reflect prevailing spot market conditions, derived from independent research, verified trade inputs, and proprietary market intelligence as of the publication date. Prices are published on the specified Incoterm and represent indicative base market levels, exclusive of applicable taxes, VAT, duties, tariffs, and other statutory charges. Actual transaction values may vary depending on volume, credit terms, contractual structure, and other negotiated conditions. Market prices are inherently subject to volatility, liquidity dynamics, regulatory changes, and evolving trade activity. The information provided is for reference and benchmarking purposes only and does not constitute an offer, recommendation, or guarantee of transactional outcomes. Users should exercise independent commercial judgment and assess their specific contractual, regulatory, tax, and application requirements before making business decisions. Price Watchâ„¢ assumes no liability for decisions taken based on this information.

Fused Silica is a high-purity amorphous form of silicon dioxide (SiOâ‚‚) produced by melting high-grade quartz sand or rock crystal at elevated temperatures in electric arc or flame furnaces, widely used as a critical raw material in advanced refractories, precision investment casting shells, and electronic packaging compounds.

Its price directly impacts the cost of steel and glass furnace linings, foundry castings, semiconductor epoxy molding compounds, copper-clad laminates, and solar photovoltaic crucibles, making Fused Silica pricing a critical factor for refractory manufacturers, foundries, and electronics producers worldwide.

Price Watchâ„¢ tracks these prices to help businesses and consumers understand and stay updated with the market trends.

Fused Silica prices vary by mesh grade (Mesh 10-20, Mesh 30-50, Mesh 100-200), purity level (99.8%–99.96% SiO₂), region, and packaging (25 kg bags vs. bulk bags). Prices are typically quoted per metric ton and change based on high-purity quartz ore costs, industrial electricity tariffs, silicon-metal smelter operating rates, container freight rates, and seasonal refractory and electronics demand. Price Watch™ provides real-time price assessments across different global markets to help buyers and sellers make informed decisions.

Fused Silica prices fluctuate due to changes in high-purity quartz feedstock costs (as the primary raw material), electric arc furnace energy tariffs, silicon-metal smelter operating rates, and demand from steel refractories, investment casting foundries, and electronics sectors. Seasonal hydropower availability in China, industrial grid electricity and silicon-coal costs, intra-Asia container shipping rates, currency exchange fluctuations (such as USD/CNY and USD/INR movements), environmental restrictions on steelmaking and mining, and broader macroeconomic conditions further shape price trends, with recent outlooks reflecting volatility driven by maritime route disruptions, currency shifts, and smelter supply curtailments.

The biggest buyers of Fused Silica are refractory manufacturers (serving the steel, glass, and coke oven industries), followed by precision investment casting foundries and electronics and semiconductor material producers (for epoxy molding compounds and high-frequency copper-clad laminates). Additional demand comes from solar photovoltaic crucible manufacturers, advanced ceramics producers, and specialty industrial coating applications. Price Watchâ„¢ analyses demand patterns across all these industries.

Fused Silica is produced primarily by fusing high-purity natural quartz sand or lump rock crystal in electric arc or resistance furnaces at temperatures exceeding 1,700°C, or recovered and refined alongside high-purity silicon and ferrosilicon smelting chains, before being cooled into amorphous ingots, crushed, and screened into precise mesh fractions. It is manufactured by specialized mineral processors and quartz technology companies worldwide, with production heavily concentrated in China (particularly in Jiangsu/Lianyungang, Hubei, Inner Mongolia, and Xinjiang) as well as North America, Europe, and Japan.

Fused Silica trade is driven by high-purity quartz reserves, furnace processing capacity, competitive industrial power rates, and port logistics infrastructure. China is the world’s largest exporter of Fused Silica—shipping heavily through ports such as Lianyungang—alongside key global suppliers in the United States, Germany, and Japan serving international markets. Export volumes fluctuate based on global steel and foundry operating cycles, semiconductor and copper-clad laminate demand, container freight rates, and regional import demand from major consuming markets like India. Price Watchâ„¢ tracks production levels, export flows, and trade patterns to help businesses understand global supply chains and identify sourcing opportunities.

Supply generally matches demand for standard refractory grades, but regional or grade-specific tightness can occur due to Chinese silicon-metal smelter curtailments, winter or dry-season power rationing, high-purity lump quartz shortages, or maritime shipping disruptions. Because high-end electronics and solar applications compete for high-purity quartz feedstock and furnace capacity, spot markets are susceptible to tightness during peak restocking seasons and freight bottlenecks. Price Watchâ„¢ monitors these supply-demand imbalances to alert the market about potential shortages or surpluses.

Fused Silica is available in various particle size distributions and purity grades (such as Refractory-Grade Mesh 10-20, Mesh 30-50, and Mesh 100-200 with SiO₂ purity of 99.8%–99.96%, as well as ultra-high-purity electronic and optical grades). Finer mesh sizes (such as Mesh 100-200) require additional precision milling, classification, and iron-removal processing compared to coarser grains (Mesh 10-20 and Mesh 30-50), commanding a price premium. Electronic and semiconductor filler grades also command premiums due to strict purity and particle-shape specifications, while packaging and shipment terms affect landed costs. Price Watch™ provides separate price assessments for each grade to ensure market transparency.

When Fused Silica demand rises quickly, often due to pre-holiday steel and refractory restocking, electronics and copper-clad laminate order surges, or foundry production expansions, prices typically increase. Leading producers prioritize high-margin electronic orders and long-term contracts, while spot refractory buyers face tighter prompt availability, longer lead times, or higher offers. Smelter operating limits, winter power constraints, and container vessel space shortages amplify price volatility. Price Watchâ„¢ captures these market dynamics in real-time.

Industrial electricity tariffs and silicon-coal prices are major cost drivers for Fused Silica, as fusing crystalline quartz at ultra-high temperatures in electric furnaces is highly energy-intensive. Seasonal shifts between wet-season hydropower and dry-season or winter grid power tariffs in China directly impact smelting and fusion costs, with producers passing higher overheads downstream. Maritime bunker fuel and container freight surcharges further add to delivered import expenses. Regions with integrated quartz mines and competitive power rates enjoy cost advantages, a correlation Price Watchâ„¢ analyses in its price assessments & market reports.

Fused Silica prices vary by region based on local high-purity quartz ore access, industrial electricity rates, container shipping and port handling expenses, currency exchange movements, refractory and foundry industry concentration, environmental regulations, and import duties. China holds a structural cost advantage due to its integrated quartz mining and fusion hubs near Lianyungang, while import-dependent markets like India face price fluctuations driven by Shanghai–Nhava Sheva container freight rates and rupee-dollar exchange rate shifts. Price Watch™ tracks prices across all major regions to highlight these differences.

The Fused Silica market outlook depends on high-purity quartz ore and silicon-coal cost trends, Chinese industrial electricity tariffs, crude steel and refractory output, copper-clad laminate and semiconductor packaging demand, intra-Asia container shipping rates, geopolitical risks affecting Red Sea and Cape of Good Hope shipping routes, and currency exchange movements. Price Watchâ„¢ regularly publishes detailed forecasts projecting price movements for the next 12 months based on supply changes, demand from key sectors, seasonal patterns, and macro indicators. Our forecasts help businesses anticipate market conditions and plan accordingly.

Absolutely. Accurate forecasting allows you to time your purchases better, negotiate contracts more effectively, and budget more accurately. If Price Watchâ„¢ forecasts predict a price increase in three months, you might choose to stock up now or lock in long-term contracts at current rates, potentially saving thousands of dollars.

Events like Chinese silicon-metal smelter curtailments, seasonal power rationing, environmental restrictions during major policy sessions, Red Sea shipping diversions, or currency devaluations can cause supply tightness and landed price spikes. Maritime conflict surcharges from Middle East tensions, Cape of Good Hope rerouting, pre-Golden Week restocking, and USD/CNY and USD/INR exchange rate swings have fueled notable market movements. Price Watchâ„¢ provides timely alerts when such events affect the market.

Price Watchâ„¢ collects data from producers, traders, and buyers worldwide to publish regular price assessments, market reports, and forecasts. Our transparent methodology and comprehensive coverage make us a trusted source for understanding fair pricing and market trends in the Fused Silica industry.

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