Indonesia Ferroalloys Export Data 2025 (HS 7202): China Dependence and Volume Cycles

Key Takeaways

Indonesia's HS Code 7202 trade data for January–December 2025 shows ferroalloys exports dominated by ferro-nickel, with China as the primary market.

• Ferro-nickel (HS 720260) accounted for 99.3% ($15.96B) of Indonesia Ferroalloys Export value, highlighting extreme product concentration.
• China absorbed 95.9% of shipments, with India (1.8%) and South Korea (1.5%) as distant runners-up.
• Repeat, large-volume buyers drove 94% of export value, led by POSCO INTERNATIONAL and China Minmetals.
• Export value grew 14% YoY, but shipment frequency rose only 8%, suggesting unit price pressure.

This overview covers the period January–December 2025 and is based on verified customs data from the yTrade database.

Indonesia Ferroalloys (HS 7202) Exports Grew in 2025 Amid Price Pressure

Indonesia Ferroalloys Export data for 2025 shows a total value of $16.07B USD across 2.18K shipments. This represents a 14% increase in value from 2024, though shipment frequency grew at a slower 8% rate. The divergence suggests that while operational cadence increased, exporters may have faced margin pressure from a slight decline in average unit price.

Under today’s policy environment, these historical totals help benchmark the sector’s resilience against new regulatory shifts. The 2025 hs code 7202 value provides a pre-deal baseline ahead of Indonesia’s 2026 agreement with the US, which imposes production limits on critical minerals like nickel and manganese to counter foreign influence [Indonesia secures 19% tariff deal with US]. Ongoing monitoring is key as these downstreaming policies evolve.

• Screen counterparties closely with major exporters like Virtue Dragon Nickel, as new mineral production quotas could reshape supply chains and credit risk.
• Factor in documentation load from the updated 2025 export-ban list, which governs 19 commodities in special zones [Indonesia Updates List Of Export-Banned Commodities].
• Build margin buffers for contract pricing, as the policy-driven shift toward domestic processing may tighten feedstock availability for ferro-alloy production.

Table: Indonesia Ferroalloys Export Value, Weight, Unit Price(Source: yTrade)

Metric	2025	2024	YoY Change
Total Value	16.07B USD	14.08B USD	+14.11%
Total Weight	11.35B kg	9.69B kg	+17.17%
Frequency	2.18K	2.01K	+8.29%
Avg Unit Price	$1.42/kg	$1.45/kg	-2.61%

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Indonesia's Ferroalloy Exports Dominated by Ferro-nickel

In 2025, Indonesia's ferroalloy exports were overwhelmingly concentrated on a single type: ferro-nickel (HS 720260), accounting for $15.96B and a 99.3% share of total value. Other exported types were minor, including ferro-chromium with >4% carbon ($78.66M, 0.5% share) and ferro-silico-manganese ($27.89M, 0.2% share).

This structure shows an extremely concentrated export basket geared towards a bulk, intermediate product. The near-total dominance of ferro-nickel suggests the industry is heavily specialized, likely feeding directly into stainless steel production chains, with minimal diversification into other alloy types.

Table: Indonesia HS Code 7202) Export Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)

HS Code	Product Description	Value	Weight	Quantity	Frequency	Value Ratio
720260	Ferro-alloys; ferro-nickel	15.96B	11.26B	11.27M	1.93K	99.34%
720241	Ferro-alloys; ferro-chromium, containing by weight more than 4% of carbon	78.66M	59.95M	59.95M	6.00	0.49%
720230	Ferro-alloys; ferro-silico-manganese	27.89M	29.32M	29.32K	233.00	0.17%
720299	Ferro-alloys; n.e.c. in heading no. 7202	64.03K	23.32K	12.71K	17.00	0.00%

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Indonesia’s Ferroalloy Export Destinations (Jan–Dec 2025)

HS-4 Network: 7202 (Ferroalloys) Indonesia’s ferroalloy exports are overwhelmingly concentrated in China, which accounted for 95.9% of total export value and weight in 2025. The remaining market is highly fragmented, with India (1.8% value share), South Korea (1.5%), the Netherlands (0.5%), and Pakistan (0.1%) as the next largest destinations. This extreme reliance on a single market indicates a significant vulnerability to demand shifts in China’s steel and alloy industries.

Sub-HS 720260 (Ferroalloys, other) For sub-HS 720260, the main importers are China, India, South Korea, the Netherlands, and Taiwan. China dominates with a 95%+ value share (US$15.32B), followed distantly by India (US$289M, 1.8%) and South Korea (US$244M, 1.5%). China’s massive share aligns with its role as the world’s primary steel producer, absorbing bulk ferroalloys for manufacturing. India and South Korea represent secondary, price-sensitive markets for standard alloy inputs. The Netherlands acts as a European logistics and distribution hub, while Taiwan’s imports support its specialized electronics and steel sectors.

Sub-HS 720241 (Ferroalloys, other) For sub-HS 720241, China is the sole recorded destination, importing US$78.66M worth. This single-destination pattern suggests the product is a specialized or bulk-grade alloy tailored for specific Chinese industrial consumers, with no current diversified export channel.

Sub-HS 720230 (Ferroalloys, other) For sub-HS 720230, the main importers are Pakistan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Algeria. Pakistan is the lead destination by value (US$14.06M) and has an exceptionally high shipment frequency (167), indicating a pattern of small-lot, just-in-time deliveries likely for its construction and light manufacturing sectors. Malaysia and the Philippines serve as regional processing hubs and consumers for light steel products. Thailand and Algeria represent smaller, niche markets for specific alloy applications or re-export.

Table: Indonesia Ferroalloys Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

HS Code	Country	Value	Quantity	Frequency	Weight
720260	CHINA MAINLAND	15.32B	10.83M	1.75K	10.83B
	INDIA	289.10M	197.68K	63.00	197.68M
	SOUTH KOREA	244.27M	164.43K	85.00	164.37M
	NETHERLANDS	74.79M	50.85K	9.00	50.85M
	CHINA TAIWAN	19.71M	13.42K	9.00	13.42M
720241	CHINA MAINLAND	78.66M	59.95M	6.00	59.95M
720230	PAKISTAN	14.06M	14.77K	167.00	14.77M
	MALAYSIA	6.73M	7.15K	19.00	7.15M
	PHILIPPINES	2.78M	2.85K	17.00	2.85M
	THAILAND	1.40M	1.47K	7.00	1.47M
	ALGERIA	1.02M	1.11K	4.00	1.11M

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Indonesia’s Ferroalloys Export Market is Dominated by Repeat, Large-Volume Buyers

The buyer structure for Indonesia’s ferroalloys exports from January to December 2025 shows a highly concentrated market. Repeat, large-volume buyers account for 94% of the total export value, representing a clear concentration risk. The remaining activity is split among infrequent bulk buyers, frequent small-ticket buyers, and occasional buyers, which together make up a small fraction of total volume and value.

This concentration means sales and operations must prioritize account retention, high service levels, and maintaining rigorous documentation readiness for key accounts.

yTrade’s buyer list includes: RICH FORTUNE INT'L INDUSTRIAL LIMITED, POSCO INTERNATIONAL, CHINA MINMETALS NONFERROUS METALS CO.,LTD.

• Focus resources on securing and servicing the few high-value, high-frequency relationships.
• Ensure all compliance and shipping documentation is streamlined to meet the demands of major counterparties.

Table: Indonesia Ferroalloys (HS Code 7202) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

Buyer Company	Value	Quantity	Frequency	Weight
HONG KONG RUI PU CO., LIMITED	2.60B	1.72M	334.00	1.72B
XIAMEN XIANGSHENG NICKEL INDUSTRY CO.,LTD	1.76B	1.31M	134.00	1.31B
ZHENSHI GROUP HK HESHI COMPOSITE MATERIALS CO., LIMITED	1.40B	1.03M	114.00	1.03B
HONGKONG TOPWAY TRADING CO. LIMITED	******	******	******	******

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much Ferroalloys did Indonesia Export in 2025 (HS Code 7202)?

According to the yTrade customs database, Indonesia Ferroalloys Export under HS Code 7202 totaled $16.07B USD across 2.18K shipments in 2025.

What is the HS Code 7202 breakdown for Indonesia Ferroalloys Export?

Indonesia’s exports were dominated by ferro-nickel (HS 720260), accounting for 99.3% ($15.96B), with minor shares for ferro-chromium (0.5%) and ferro-silico-manganese (0.2%).

Who are the main partners for Indonesia Ferroalloys Export (HS Code 7202)?

China was the top destination, absorbing 95.9% of exports, followed by India (1.8%) and South Korea (1.5%).

Why does the unit price differ across partners in Indonesia Ferroalloys Export?

Price differences stem from the product mix, with ferro-nickel (HS 720260) commanding the bulk of value, while niche grades like ferro-chromium (HS 720241) serve smaller markets.

How to verify a Ferroalloys Exporter in Indonesia?

Check for consistent shipment frequency; confirm HS Code 7202 sub-code alignment (e.g., ferro-nickel dominance); validate recurring buyers like POSCO International or China Minmetals.

How is Ferroalloys typically used in this trade flow?

Ferroalloys like ferro-nickel are primarily used in stainless steel production, while other grades support specialized alloy manufacturing.