General Information on Ukraine's Ferroalloys Sector
Ferroalloys are alloys of iron with silicium, manganese, chrome, and other
elements primarily used in steel production. The demand for ferroalloys follows the
demand for ferrous metallurgy products. The metallurgy is a fundamemtal sector of the
national economy, being a driver of industrial production in the country and contributing
to a large share of the GDP and export revenue. The Ukraine's metal sectoris greatly
dependant upon global demand, as around 80% of the output is supplied to the global
markets.