This dataset is a market activity dataset, representing a combination of provincialHematite concentrate markets within the Central China region, i.e., the group ofHematite concentrate markets in the Central China region. Transport losses, means of transport, and transport infrastructure are not included in this dataset; they are included in the provincial market datasets. The Central China region includes: Henan, Hunan, and Hubei. 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.