Molybdenum Tools
Molybdenum Price Converter
Molybdenum trades on a contained-metal basis, with oxide quoted in USD per pound of Mo and ferromolybdenum in USD per kilogram of Mo. Enter a price and compare the contained-Mo value across ferromolybdenum, molybdic oxide, and molybdenum metal.
Molybdic oxide is usually quoted in USD per lb of contained Mo. Enter the benchmark you are working from.
Equivalent price
$48.50 / kg Mo
Using 1 kg = 2.20462 lb of contained molybdenum.
| Form | Mo content | Contained-Mo value (USD/kg) | Per tonne (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferromolybdenum (FeMo 65) | 65% | $31.53 | $31,526 |
| Ferromolybdenum (FeMo 70) | 70% | $33.95 | $33,951 |
| Technical molybdic oxide (MoO3, 57%) | 57% | $27.65 | $27,646 |
| Pure MoO3 (stoichiometric) | 66.65% | $32.33 | $32,326 |
| Molybdenum metal (99.95%) | 99.95% | $48.48 | $48,477 |
These figures show the contained-metal value only (Mo content × Mo price). Actual market prices for ferromolybdenum and oxide include a conversion/processing premium over the contained-metal value, and vary by region, grade, and contract terms.
Frequently asked questions
How do you convert $/lb Mo to $/kg Mo?
Multiply the price per pound of contained molybdenum by 2.20462, because there are 2.20462 pounds in a kilogram. For example, $22/lb Mo equals about $48.50/kg Mo.
What is the contained-Mo basis?
Molybdenum products are priced on the molybdenum they contain rather than their gross weight. A kilogram of FeMo 65 contains 0.65 kg of molybdenum, so its contained-metal value is 0.65 times the molybdenum price.
How much molybdenum does molybdic oxide contain?
Technical molybdic oxide is typically about 57% Mo as supplied, while pure MoO3 is 66.65% Mo by stoichiometry. The converter lets you compare both.
Does the converter include the conversion premium?
No. The tool shows the contained-metal value only. Real ferromolybdenum and oxide prices add a conversion or processing premium over this value, which varies by region, grade, and contract.
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