Eastern Chinese HRC edged up to CNY 3,230–3,250 per tonne on October 23.
The improvement reflected shortages of certain specifications rather than a broad demand recovery.
The HRC export index nevertheless declined to $487.63 per tonne FOB.
Heavy plate exports held at $530–550 per tonne FOB in the October 20 assessment.
Shipbuilding demand supported plate, although overseas replenishment slowed after the Golden Week holidays.
