Stabilità del mercato del titanio prima delle festività natalizie (2025-Gennaio-3)

As we approach the holiday season, the domestic titanium materials market has entered a period of stability, con price adjustments and fluctuating demand across various product types. Let’s take a closer look at the key changes in the market for titanium materials this week, using USD and Euro for easier international understanding.

Titanium Sponge: High Prices but Reduced Purchases

Titanium sponge prices remain high, with production companies maintaining elevated quotes. Tuttavia, there has been a reduction in downstream purchasing volume, as many transactions are still being carried out at previous price levels.

• Grado 0 titanium sponge: Approximately $6,500 to $6,800 USD/tonnellata (€6,000 to €6,300 EUR/ton).
• Grado 1 titanium sponge: Approximately $6,200 to $6,500 USD/tonnellata (€5,800 to €6,100 EUR/ton).

Titanium Ingots: Price Increase, but Inventory Builds

The prices for lingotti di titanio have seen an increase, and inventory levels have also risen. The sales prices vary significantly, depending on the type and quality of the ingot.

• Pure titanium ingot: Priced at approximately $7,500 to $7,800 USD/tonnellata (€7,000 to €7,400 EUR/ton).
• TC4 Lega di titanio ingot: Priced at approximately $8,000 to $8,200 USD/tonnellata (€7,400 to €7,600 EUR/ton).

Titanium Scrap: Rising Prices with Increased Inquiries

Titanium scrap has seen a boost in inquiries, resulting in a price increase. Tuttavia, the transaction prices still show significant differences depending on the buyer and seller.

• Pure titanium scrap: Priced at $3,600 to $3,800 USD/tonnellata (€3,300 to €3,500 EUR/ton).
• TC4 titanium alloy scrap: Priced at $3,200 to $3,400 USD/tonnellata (€3,000 to €3,200 EUR/ton).

Titanium Billets: Price Increase, Order Reduction

Titanium billet prices have risen, but the number of orders has decreased. The market for titanium billets remains active, though the demand has slightly slowed down.

• Pure titanium billets: Priced at $8,500 to $8,800 USD/tonnellata (€7,900 to €8,200 EUR/ton).
• Market spot resources are still abundant.

Titanium Hot Rolled Sheets (Coils): High Prices, Decreased Demand

The demand from the downstream market for titanium hot-rolled coils has decreased, yet prices remain on the higher end.

• Pure titanium hot-rolled coils: Priced at $9,000 to $9,300 USD/tonnellata (€8,400 to €8,700 EUR/ton).
• Pure titanium hot-rolled plates: Priced at $8,700 to $9,100 USD/tonnellata (€8,100 to €8,400 EUR/ton).

Titanium Rods and Wires: Stable Orders with Slight Price Increase

The demand for titanium rods and fili has remained stable, with prices showing a slight increase.

• Pure titanium rods: Priced at $15,500 to $16,000 USD/tonnellata (€14,500 to €15,000 EUR/ton).
• Titanium alloy rods: Priced at $22,000 to $26,500 USD/tonnellata (€20,300 to €24,500 EUR/ton).
• Pure titanium wire (φ2 to φ4 mm): Priced at $20 to $30 USD/kg (€18 to €28 EUR/kg).
• Titanium alloy wire (φ2 to φ4 mm): Priced at $30 to $35 USD/kg (€28 to €32 EUR/kg).

Titanium Pipes: Market Decline with Small Price Increase for Pipe Billets

The market for titanium pipes has experienced a decline, although titanium pipe billet prices have slightly increased.

• Titanium pipe billets: Priced at $15,500 to $16,000 USD/tonnellata (€14,500 to €15,000 EUR/ton).

Leghe di titanio: Stable Prices with Increased Demand

The demand for titanium alloys has increased, but prices remain stable across the different types of titanium alloys. Small price fluctuations have occurred depending on the specific alloy.

• Aluminum-vanadium intermediate alloys: Prices remain stable, con 55% vanadium priced at $7,500 USD/tonnellata (€7,000 EUR/ton).

Conclusion: Market Outlook for Titanium Materials

As we move into the new year, the titanium market is expected to remain relatively stable, with some fluctuations in supply and demand, especially in preparation for the holiday season. While the prices for titanium products are still high, the overall market activity is less intense compared to earlier in the year.

For those of you involved in the titanium materials market, whether as buyers or suppliers, it’s important to keep an eye on these price movements and adapt your purchasing strategies accordingly. With prices remaining high in several categories and reduced order volumes in others, you’ll want to plan ahead and stay informed about any potential changes in the coming weeks.