Iran Regains 10th Rank Among Top Crude Steel Manufacturers

Iran has regained its position among the world’s top 10 crude steel manufacturers.
A total of 9.7 million tons of crude steel were produced in Iran during the first four months of 2023, registering a 0.1% year-on-year rise, the latest data released by the World Steel Association show. 
Iran's April output hit 3.1 million tons, registering a 5.9% YOY rise — the biggest among the top 10 producers.
In terms of world ranking, Iran came in the world’s 10th biggest crude steelmaker after losing its position in March.
China was the world’s largest producer during the four months under review with 354.4 million tons (4.1% rise). It was followed by India with 43.9 million tons (up 3%), Japan with 28.9 million tons (down 5.3%), the United States with 26.1 million tons (down 4.1%), Russia with 25.1 million tons (down 0.6%), South Korea with 22.4 million tons (down 0.4%), Germany with 12.4 million tons (down 5.9%) and Brazil with 10.6 million tons (down 8.8%).
Iran was placed after Turkey (ninth) with 10.1 million tons (down 21.3%).