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316Ti Stainless Steel Stainless 316Ti Price

Published: November 12, 2025 | Updated: November 12, 2025By Gangsteel Engineering Team –25+ Years in Stainless Steel Export Excellence

In the dynamic stainless steel market compliant with ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M standards, the price of Stainless 316Ti (UNS S31635) reflects its premium value as a titanium-stabilized austenitic grade for high-temperature and corrosive applications, with costs influenced by alloying elements, form, and global demand.

As a premier producer and exporter based in China, Gangsteel has supplied thousands of tons of Stainless 316Ti, meeting ASTM A240/A240M specs for plates and sheets, to industries like petrochemical, pharmaceutical, and marine.

If you're budgeting for Stainless 316Ti under ASME SA240/SA240M for components like heat exchangers or piping where cost, availability, and performance are key, understanding 2025 pricing trends is essential. This article analyzes Stainless 316Ti prices, factors, and insights, based on ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M standards and our mill data.

From our production lines, we've tracked Stainless 316Ti pricing: In a 2024 European chemical upgrade, our Stainless 316Ti plates under ASTM A240 /A240M provided value at competitive rates, saving clients 15% on high-temp durable stock, as per procurement reports. Compliant with ASME SA240/SA240M for pressure apps, Stainless 316Ti's density of 8.00 g/cm³supports cost-efficient designs. Let's delve into the pricing, from composition to market trends, to guide your purchase. Contact admin@gangsteel.com for quotes.

 

Summary

Stainless 316Ti prices in 2025 range from $3.90 to $7.20 per kg FOB China, depending on form (plates $3.90–5.50/kg, bars $4.60–6.50/kg, pipes $5.00–7.20/kg), up 5–10% from 2024 due to Ti/Mo costs. Density 8.00 g/cm³, tensile 515 MPa min. Equivalent to EN 1.4571; 15–30% higher than 316L but value in heat. Gangsteel offers mill-direct pricing with certs for custom forms.

 

Chemical Composition: Impact on Price

The chemical composition of Stainless 316Ti, as specified in ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M, includes premium alloys like titanium and molybdenum, contributing to its price.

Element

% Range or Max

Role in Price

Carbon (C)

0.08 max

Low C requires precise control, adding to cost.

Manganese (Mn)

2.00 max

Standard; no major price impact.

Silicon (Si)

0.75 max

Improves properties without cost spike.

Phosphorus (P)

0.045 max

Limited for quality; refining adds minor cost.

Sulfur (S)

0.030 max

Controlled for cleanliness; low-S melting premium.

Chromium (Cr)

16.00-18.00

High Cr (16-18%) increases alloy cost.

Molybdenum (Mo)

2.00-3.00

Mo (2-3%) significantly raises price vs. 304.

Nickel (Ni)

10.00-14.00

Ni (10-14%) adds to volatility in pricing.

Titanium (Ti)

5x(C+N) min, 0.70 max

Ti stabilization premium; 20-30% cost over 316L.

Nitrogen (N)

0.10 max

Minor; controlled for strength without extra cost.

Iron (Fe)

Balance

Base; no impact.

Under ASTM A240/A240M, Ti/Mo/Ni account for 40–50% of price.

Gangsteel's SA240 316Ti optimizes cost with efficient melting.

For uns stainless steel plates, 316Ti pricing reflects premium properties.

 

Mechanical Properties: Value in Performance

Stainless 316Ti's mechanical properties, per ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M, justify its price with high performance.

Property

Minimum Value

Typical Range

Price Justification

Tensile Strength (MPa)

515

550-700

High strength adds value over cheaper grades.

Yield Strength (MPa)

205

220-300

Good for pressure; premium for durability.

Elongation (%)

40

45-55

Excellent ductility supports higher price.

Hardness (HRB max)

95

80-90

Low for machinability; cost-effective long-term.

Impact (Charpy J)

Not req.

100+ at RT

High toughness in heat justifies cost.

ASTM A240/A240M specs ensure value; 2025 price $3.90–7.20/kg reflects this.

 

Physical Properties: Efficiency Across Forms

Physical properties of Stainless 316Ti, compliant with ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M, aid cost-effective designs.

Property

Value

Notes on Price

Density (g/cm³)

8.00

Standard; efficient for large plates.

Melting Range (°C)

1370-1400

High-temp capability adds premium.

Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K)

14.6 (at 100°C)

Good value in heat apps.

Specific Heat (J/kg·K)

500

Efficient cycling reduces long-term cost.

Thermal Expansion (10^-6 /°C)

16.5 (20-100°C)

Low distortion saves maintenance.

Modulus (GPa)

193

High stiffness justifies price.

Electrical Resistivity (μΩ·cm)

74

Moderate; no cost impact.

These under ASME SA240/SA240M support price as value-driven.

 

Corrosion Resistance: Premium Property

Stainless 316Ti's corrosion resistance, per ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M, justifies its price with Ti preventing IGC.

  • Uniform: <0.1 mm/year in acids; high value.
  • IGC: Resistant; premium over 304.
  • SCC: Good in chlorides; cost-effective durability.
  • Pitting: PREN 23-28; worth the price in marine.

Weldability and Fabrication: Cost-Effective

Stainless 316Ti is highly weldable per ASTM A240/A240M, with Ti reducing PWHT cost. Fillers ER316L; good for price-sensitive fab.

Gangsteel's SA240 316Ti saves on fab.

Applications: Where Price Meets Value

Stainless 316Ti's price suits chemical reactors (high value in heat), marine piping (durability payback).

In Gangsteel's supply to U.S. pharma, 316Ti price yielded 30% savings in life cycle.

Equivalents: Cost-Saving Alternatives

Equivalents: EN 1.4571 (similar price). For A240 GR 316Ti, equivalents lower cost.

Sourcing from Gangsteel: Stock and Pricing

Gangsteel offers Stainless 316Ti at $3.90–7.20 per kg FOB 2025. 1–200mm thick, bulk discounts. Contact for pricing. Email: admin@gangsteel.com

 

FAQ: Stainless 316Ti Price Questions Answered

Q: What is the price of Stainless 316Ti stainless steel in 2025?

A: Stainless 316Ti price in 2025 is $3.90–7.20 per kg FOB China, with plates $3.90–5.50/kg, bars $4.60–6.50/kg, and pipes $5.00–7.20/kg, influenced by form and quantity.

Q: How has Stainless 316Ti price changed from 2024 to 2025?

A: Stainless 316Ti price has risen 5–10% from 2024 ($3.60–6.80/kg) due to titanium and molybdenum cost increases, but Gangsteel's mill-direct keeps it stable.

Q: What factors influence Stainless 316Ti price?

A: Factors include alloy costs (Ti/Mo/Ni ~40–50% of price), form (pipes higher than plates), thickness (thicker +10–20%), quantity (bulk discounts 5–15%), and certifications (+$0.10–0.30/kg).

Q: Is Stainless 316Ti price higher than 316L in 2025?

A: Yes, Stainless 316Ti is 15–30% higher per kg ($3.90–7.20 vs. $3.20–4.20 for 316L) due to titanium stabilization, but offers better high-temp value.

Q: What is the price per kg for Stainless 316Ti plates?

A: Stainless 316Ti plates are $3.90–5.50 per kg in 2025, with thinner (1–10mm) at the lower end and thicker (50–200mm) at the higher for processing.

Q: Where can I get the best price for Stainless 316Ti?

A: Gangsteel offers the best mill-direct price for Stainless 316Ti at $3.90–7.20 per kg FOB China; contact admin@gangsteel.com for bulk quotes and stock.

Q: What is the outlook for Stainless 316Ti price in late 2025?

A: Stable with 3–5% rise by Q4 from alloy volatility; renewable demand may push higher, but Gangsteel's supply chain minimizes increases.

 

 

 

 

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