Finland-based steelmaker Outokumpu announced alloy surcharges for its
stainless steel grades effective for September 2006.
In line with the statement released by the company, Outokumpu will apply an alloy surcharge of Euro 1,580 per ton on its 304 series for September 2006 deliveries. The surcharge on 304 series for August 2006 is Euro 1,364 per ton.
On the other hand, alloy surcharge on 316 series will be Euro 2,953 per ton, up Euro 270 against August surcharge, while 430 ferritic grade series will be subject to an alloy surcharge of Euro 233 per ton, up Euro 20 against August surcharge.