Cradle to Consumer
Identity ID
d2eacaf0-818b-476b-a58e-9cffcd5a6566
Materials
Associated ID
f20635f9-7414-4c52-8de8-4ff0d633e737
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Description
This dataset is a market activity dataset, representing the combination of provincial 'hematite concentrate' markets within Central China, forming the 'hematite concentrate' market group for Central China. Transport losses, transport vehicles, and transport infrastructure are not included in this dataset; they are covered in the respective provincial market datasets. Central China includes the provinces of Henan, Hunan, and Hubei. Data sources 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,Central China
Geography comment
Central China includes: Henan, Hunan, and Hubei; formed by merging provincial-level data within this region.
Macroeconomic value
Business-as-Usual
Data validation
Yes
Technology
Current Technology
Technology comment
Not specified