This dataset is a market activity dataset, combining provincial markets of magnetite concentratewithin the Central China region, i.e., the group of magnetite concentratemarkets in Central China. Transport losses, modes of transport, and transport infrastructure are not included in this dataset; they are included in the respective provincial market datasets. Central China includes: Henan, Hunan, and Hubei. Data sources include the Year Book of China Transportation & Communications, China Energy Statistical Yearbook,China Statistical Yearbook, and statistical data from the General Administration of Customs, etc.