This dataset is a market activity dataset, representing a combination of provincial markets forHematite concentrate within Chinas South China region. Transport losses, transport modes, and transport infrastructure are not included in this dataset; they are included in the provincial market datasets. The South China region of China includes: Guangdong, Guangxi, and Hainan. Data sources include the Year Book of China Transportation & Communications, China Energy Statistical Yearbook,China Statistical Yearbook, and General Administration of Customs statistical data, etc.