| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silicon | China | FOB | USD 1,363.27/MT | April 2026 |
| Silicon | India | CIF | USD 1,413.27/MT | April 2026 |
| Silicon | USA | CIF | USD 1,450.27/MT | April 2026 |
| Silicon | Brazil | CIF | USD 1,484.27/MT | April 2026 |
| Silicon | Canada | CIF | USD 1,453.27/MT | April 2026 |
| Silicon | China | FOB | USD 1,379.80/MT | March 2026 |
| Silicon | India | CIF | USD 1,434.80/MT | March 2026 |
| Silicon | USA | CIF | USD 1,466.80/MT | March 2026 |
| Silicon | Brazil | CIF | USD 1,477.80/MT | March 2026 |
| Silicon | Canada | CIF | USD 1,469.80/MT | March 2026 |
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Asia
The Asian silicon market remained relatively stable during Q1’26 despite heightened geopolitical uncertainty. In China, the prices were approximately ~9.93 RMB/kg (Spot FD) in January 2026 and approximately ~9.93 RMB/kg (Spot FD) in March 2026. On a quarter-on-quarter basis, Silicon prices in China increased by approximately ~1.41% in Q1’26 compared to Q4’25, while prices increased marginally by approximately ~0.09% from January to March. Weak domestic industrial activity and cautious downstream procurement limited stronger gains during most of the quarter. However, rising energy costs, reduced shipping availability, and escalating freight premiums following the Strait of Hormuz disruptions tightened market sentiment in March.
Europe
European silicon markets remained under upward cost pressure during Q1’26 due to elevated electricity costs, weak regional production economics, and supply chain disruptions linked to the Middle East conflict. The closure and restricted movement through the Strait of Hormuz sharply increased freight and energy costs across Europe, while higher crude oil prices raised overall industrial production expenses. Demand from the automotive and construction sectors remained subdued, although procurement from specialty chemicals and renewable energy industries provided partial support. Europe also faced tightening import availability as Asian suppliers prioritized domestic and regional demand amid logistics uncertainty.
North America
North American silicon markets remained comparatively balanced during Q1’26, although higher freight costs and global energy volatility continued to influence market conditions. For the USA, Silicon prices decreased from January to March 2026 by ~1.56%. Stable domestic supply and cautious downstream purchasing from the aluminum alloy and industrial manufacturing sectors limited stronger price movements. However, rising logistics costs and tightening vessel availability linked to the Strait of Hormuz disruptions increased import procurement costs during March.
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According to Procurement Resource, in the near term, global silicon markets are expected to remain sensitive to freight availability, energy costs, and geopolitical developments surrounding Middle Eastern shipping routes, while downstream demand recovery may remain gradual.
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Asia
In Asia, silicon metal prices during Q4’25 stayed mostly stable, even as supply conditions changed. In China, production increased steadily, especially in regions like Xinjiang, which led to a gradual rise in overall inventories. This higher output created some supply pressure, but weak downstream demand balanced the market. Buyers from the wafer and polysilicon sectors remained cautious, placing orders slowly and often waiting for clearer market signals. Raw material costs, especially for silicon coal, remained steady, which helped prevent sharp price movements. Overall, the market experienced a tug-of-war between rising supply and soft demand, resulting in limited price movement rather than strong growth.
Europe
In Europe, silicon metal prices showed stability throughout Q4’25, supported by consistent demand but weighed down by trade and policy uncertainty. Low priced imports continued to pressure the market, leading European producers to push for safeguard or anti-dumping actions. At the same time, production cuts announced by a major regional producer reduced future supply expectations, helping prices hold firm. The new safeguard measures on ferro-silicon indirectly supported silicon demand, as some steelmakers increased substitution toward silicon metal. However, buyers remained careful with purchasing, as market rules and trade risks were still adjusting.
North America
In North America, silicon metal prices during the fourth quarter remained steady with limited volatility. Demand from industrial and chemical users stayed stable, while supply was largely balanced. Buyers avoided aggressive stocking and focused on short-term needs due to global uncertainty and mixed signals from overseas markets. The region was less affected by trade measures compared with Europe, which helped maintain a relatively calm pricing environment. Overall, the market moved sideways without strong upward or downward pressure.
Analyst Insight
According to Procurement Resource, Silicon prices are expected to stay firm in early 2026, with trade policies, substitution trends, and supply controls playing a key role in shaping demand.
Silicon is a chemical element having atomic number 14. This crystalline solid is hard and brittle in nature and has a blue-grey metallic lustre. It is found in group 14 of the periodic table and its oxides form a family of anions called as silicate. Silicon, also known as industrial silicon, contains 98.5% or more of silicon dioxide (SiO2) and is prepared by melting quartzite and other materials.
It is most commonly used as a basic industrial raw material to produce organic and polycrystalline silicon. Based on the contents of the three main impurities, viz. iron, aluminum and calcium in the Silicon, it can be categorised into different grades like 553, 441, etc.
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Organic silicon, Polycrystalline silicon, Aerospace and aviation industry, Electronics, Organic chemicals, Smelting, Thermal insulation refractories
Zhejiang Kaihua Yuantong Silicon Industry Co., Ltd., Zhejiang Zhongcheng Silicon Co., Ltd., Ferroglobe PLC
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In order to produce Silicon, quartzite and other materials are melted and processed to obtain the desired result with 98.5% or more silicon dioxide (SiO2).
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