International trade · 29/08/2001Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read
US Steel Industry Faces Potential Shortage of Blast Furnace Coke from China and Japan
Summary
The US steel industry is facing a potential shortage of blast furnace coke, a crucial material used in steel production, due to increased demand from China and Japan. The shortage is expected to impact US steel manufacturers, particularly those relying on imported coke from these countries.