According to the price list dated May 29, 2006, Iranian steelmaker Mobarakeh Steel is selling hot rolled coils in the local market at the following levels:
Thickness Price Price increase 2 mm IRR 4,200/kg (approx. $459/ton) IRR 50/kg 2.5-3.5 mm IRR 4,050/kg (approx. $442/ton) IRR 40/kg 4-7 mm IRR 4,070/kg (approx. $444/ton) IRR 140/kg 8-12 mm IRR 4,376/kg (approx. $478/ton) IRR 117/kgThe prices are given for August 2006 shipments. 1 USD = 9,150.65 IRR