Feed grade silica climbs sharply in latest sessions
Feed Grade precipitated silica prices accelerated strongly this week, with the domestic market recording one of the most significant weekly gains seen in recent months. Ahmedabad assessments closed at Rs 120/kg on May 14, reflecting a weekly rise of Rs 22/kg. The latest reading also placed the market Rs 21/kg above fortnight-ago levels and Rs 24/kg higher than one month earlier. Indian Feed Grade precipitated silica prices strengthened rapidly after remaining comparatively steady around Rs 98/kg during earlier sessions, pushing domestic values toward the upper end of the broader trading range.
Longer-term comparisons continue to support the stronger market structure. Over the past three months, prices have gained Rs 40/kg, while the six-month comparison shows a rise of Rs 47/kg. Year-on-year, the market is trading Rs 37/kg above corresponding levels from last year. Recent activity has now approached levels near Rs 120/kg, while earlier-quarter values had remained closer to Rs 80/kg before the current upward phase developed. Indian Feed Grade precipitated silica prices are now holding comfortably above both monthly and quarterly averages, indicating firmer domestic pricing conditions. Feed Grade precipitated silica prices in India continue to reflect elevated short-term momentum, with support visible around Rs 105/kg and resistance positioned close to Rs 120/kg as procurement participants track near-term market stability,Feed Grade Silica, Silica Market, Price Surge, Market Momentum, Latest Sessions, Trading Update.
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