India’s zinc carbonate market is positioned for another month of firmness through May ****, with early indicators pointing to a continuation of April’s upward trajectory as kharif-season demand intensifies and logistics constraints persist. Zinc Carbonate Market participants report that agrochemical and fertiliser blenders have already begun advancing procurement schedules for micronutrient formulations, reinforcing expectations of a ** month-on-month increase for May, in line with ChemAnalyst projections.
Elevated zinc metal and zinc-oxide costs remain a central driver, with producers noting that feedstock-linked expenses have not eased meaningfully since April. Inland logistics continue to face pressure as Indian Railways maintains priority allocation for fertiliser and coal rakes, raising freight premiums and tightening prompt availability. Vessel congestion on the west coast, partly tied to Middle East shipping disruptions, continues to lengthen discharge-to-clearance cycles, keeping landed zinc carbonate costs elevated.
These factors collectively support a bullish May...
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