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    CRU: Steel Tariffs Shift U.S. PC Strand Buyers’ Focus Abroad

    Written by Tim Triplett


    By CRU North America Steel Analyst Ryan McKinley

    Since Section 232 tariffs have come into force, U.S. wire rod prices have increased more than other markets. As a result, domestic PC strand (prestressed concrete steel strand) producers have seen costs increase, inviting more competition from abroad.

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