Cradle to Consumer
Identity ID
20f73dc3-71e3-4987-98c1-a2b1717d763f
Materials
Associated ID
f20635f9-7414-4c52-8de8-4ff0d633e737
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Description
This dataset is a market activity dataset, representing a combination of provincial-level 'hematite concentrate' markets within the North China region of China, thus forming the 'hematite concentrate' market system for the North China region. Transportation losses, transport vehicles, and transport infrastructure are not included in this dataset; they are covered in the respective provincial market datasets. The North China region of China includes: Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, Shanxi, and Inner Mongolia. Data references include the China Communications Yearbook, China Energy Statistical Yearbook, China Statistical Yearbook, and customs statistics from the General Administration of Customs.
Activity Description
This dataset is a market activity dataset. Each market represents a consumption mix of products within a specific region, connecting suppliers with consumers of the same product within that region. Markets encompass both producers and importers of the product within the same geographical area. Additionally, markets account for the transportation of products to consumers, as well as losses occurring during the transport process.
Process Description
Iron concentrate is the main product of the mineral processing operation. Hematite concentrate primarily consists of iron oxide (Fe₂O₃), with low levels of impurities such as silicon, phosphorus, and sulfur. This makes it suitable for the production of high-quality steel. With appropriate treatment and processing, hematite concentrate can be further used to prepare various industrial materials, such as pelletized ore and direct reduced iron.
Time period
2021
2026
Geography
China,North China
Geography comment
The North China region includes: Beijing, Tianjin, Hebei, Shanxi, and Inner Mongolia; it is formed by aggregating provincial-level data within this region.
Macroeconomic value
Business-as-Usual
Data validation
Yes
Technology
Current Technology
Technology comment
Not specified