It is reported that China Iron & Steel Association has advised its members to stop increasing prices of steel products destined for reconstruction and relief operation in quake hit areas.

CISA has forwarded the top planning body's directive to all its members and urged them not to increase the price of hot rolled coil, color coated coil and structural tube above levels prior to the devastating earthquake. The mills have been told that any price rises already implemented would be rescinded.

The move has come after the price limit order issued by National Development & Reform Commission. According to NDRC's CISA members are also required to supply materials directly to the quake stricken areas and prevent any price bidding in the circulating process.