MOIL Price Changes Analyzed

MOIL, a key supplier of manganese ore, is changing its prices starting January 1st, 2026. These changes affect different types of manganese ore and how much they cost. The company made these adjustments to respond to market shifts and ensure competitiveness.

Key Points

• Manganese ore prices rising 3% for high-grade (44%+) grades.
• Other manganese ore grades up 3% effective January 1, 2026.
• SMGR & Fines up 5%, while 25% SMGR down 5%.
• 20% SMGR down 10%, impacting prices significantly in January.
• Metal Mandi Fines (UKF532, DBF575, MSF592) prices increase 10%.
• Chemical grade prices remain unchanged, stable for the market.
• EMD pricing reduced by Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 1,90,000/- per month.

Detailed Price Adjustments

Here’s a breakdown of the specific price adjustments. The changes apply from midnight on December 31st, 2025, and continue into January 2026. It’s important to note that these changes are about the cost of buying manganese ore.

Ferro Manganese Grades (44% and above): The prices of all ferro manganese grades containing 44% or more manganese have increased by 3%. This affects products like Mn-44, Mn-46, and similar grades.

Other Ferro Manganese Grades (Below 44%): The prices for all other ferro manganese grades, with less than 44% manganese, have also risen by 3%. These include grades with lower manganese content.

Specific Grades: Certain grades like SMGR (30% manganese), Fines, and SMGR (25% manganese) have experienced different adjustments. SMGR (30%) and Fines prices rose by 5%, while the 25% SMGR grade saw a 5% decrease.

Lowest Grade Adjustments: The 20% SMGR grade experienced the largest change, decreasing by 10%. This represents a significant shift in the pricing of this specific manganese ore.

Metal Mandi Fines: The prices of specific metal mandi fines – UKF532, DBF575, and MSF592 – have increased by 10%. These are specific product designations within the metal mandi offerings.

Chemical Grades: MOIL’s chemical grades of manganese ore have remained at their existing prices. This indicates stability in this particular product line.

EMD Pricing Change: The Economic Minimum Delivery (EMD) price, which is the minimum amount you pay when buying manganese ore, has been reduced by Rs. 5,000. The new EMD price is Rs. 1,90,000 per month.

Important Note: These adjustments are critical for businesses relying on MOIL’s manganese ore supply chains to plan their budgets and procurement strategies accurately.

To stay informed and plan effectively, businesses should carefully review MOIL’s updated price list.