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316Ti Stainless Steel 316Ti Price Per Kg 2025

Published: November 11, 2025 | Updated: November 11, 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 per kg of 316Ti stainless steel in 2025 reflects its premium value as a titanium-stabilized austenitic grade for high-temperature and corrosive applications.

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

If you're budgeting the price per kg of 316Ti in 2025 under ASME SA240/SA240M for components like heat exchangers or piping where cost, availability, and performance are key, understanding market trends is essential. This article analyzes 316Ti's price per kg, factors influencing costs, and practical insights, based on ASTM A240/A240M and ASME SA240/SA240M standards and our mill data.

From our production lines, we've tracked 316Ti pricing: In a 2024 European chemical upgrade, our 316Ti plates under ASTM A240 /A240M provided value at competitive rates per kg, saving clients 15% on high-temp durable stock, as per procurement reports. Compliant with ASME SA240/SA240M for pressure apps, 316Ti's density of 8.00 g/cm³ supports cost-efficient designs. Let's delve into the price per kg analysis, from composition to trends, to guide your 2025 purchases.

 

Summary

The price per kg of 316Ti stainless steel in 2025 ranges from $3.90 to $7.20 FOB China, depending on form (plates $3.90–5.50/kg, bars $4.60–6.50/kg, pipes $5.00–7.20/kg), thickness, and quantity, 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 Per Kg

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

Element

% Range or Max

Role in Price Per Kg

Carbon (C)

0.08 max

Low C requires precise control, adding to refining cost.

Manganese (Mn)

2.00 max

Standard; minimal impact on kg pricing.

Silicon (Si)

0.75 max

Improves properties without significant cost spike.

Phosphorus (P)

0.045 max

Limited impurity; minor refining premium.

Sulfur (S)

0.030 max

Controlled for quality; low-S melting adds ~$0.10/kg.

Chromium (Cr)

16.00–18.00

High Cr (~$2/kg contribution) raises base price.

Molybdenum (Mo)

2.00–3.00

Mo ($30/kg) significantly increases price per kg.

Nickel (Ni)

10.00–14.00

Ni volatility adds $0.50–1.00/kg.

Titanium (Ti)

5x(C+N) min, 0.70 max

Ti ($20/kg) drives 15–20% premium 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 per kg.

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

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

 

Mechanical Properties: Value Justification Per Kg

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

Property

Minimum Value

Typical Range

Price Per Kg Justification

Tensile Strength (MPa)

515

550–700

High strength adds value (~$0.50/kg premium).

Yield Strength (MPa)

205

220–300

Good for pressure; justifies heat durability.

Elongation (%)

40

45–55

Excellent ductility supports forming value.

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 per kg $3.90–7.20 reflects this.

 

Physical Properties: Efficiency Per Kg

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

Property

Value

Notes on Price Per Kg

Density (g/cm³)

8.00

Standard; ~$0.03/g efficiency.

Melting Range (°C)

1370–1400

High-temp capability adds premium.

Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K)

14.6 (100°C)

Good value in heat apps.

Specific Heat (J/kg·K)

500

Reduces long-term energy cost.

Thermal Expansion (10^-6 /°C)

16.5 (20–100°C)

Low distortion saves fabrication per kg.

Modulus (GPa)

193

High stiffness justifies price.

Electrical Resistivity (μΩ·cm)

74

Moderate; no impact.

These under ASTM A240/A240M support 316Ti's price per kg as value-driven.

Corrosion Resistance: Premium Per Kg

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

  • Uniform: <0.1 mm/year in acids; high value.
  • IGC: Resistant; premium over 304.
  • SCC: Good in chlorides; durable per kg.
  • Pitting: PREN 23–28; worth in marine.

Weldability and Fabrication: Cost-Effective Per Kg

316Ti is highly weldable per ASTM A240/A240M, with Ti reducing PWHT cost per kg. Fillers ER316L.

Gangsteel's 316Ti saves on fab per kg.

Applications: Where Price Per Kg Meets Value

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

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

Equivalents: Cost-Saving Alternatives Per Kg

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

Sourcing from Gangsteel: Stock and Price Per Kg

Gangsteel offers 316Ti at $3.90–7.20 per kg FOB 2025. 1–200mm thick, bulk discounts. Contact for per kg quotes.

 

FAQ: 316Ti Stainless Steel Price Per Kg 2025 Questions Answered

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

A: The price per kg of 316Ti in 2025 is $3.90–7.20 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 the price per kg of 316Ti changed from 2024 to 2025?

A: The price per kg of 316Ti 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 the price per kg of 316Ti in 2025?

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 316Ti price per kg higher than 316L in 2025?

A: Yes, 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 of 316Ti plates in 2025?

A: 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 per kg for 316Ti in 2025?

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

Q: What is the outlook for 316Ti price per kg 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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