how much is 430 stainless steel？

430 Stainless Steel Price (Current Market, FOB Shanghai, March 2026)

As of March 2026, 430 cold rolled stainless steel coil from top Chinese mills (including Yongjin) is trading in the following range for prime quality material, full container load (FCL), FOB Shanghai:

USD 1,230 – 1,363 per metric ton(equivalent to ≈ USD 0.56 – 0.62 per pound or ≈ USD 1.23 – 1.36 per kg)

These are real, recent transaction-level prices for standard cold-rolled 430 coil in 2B or BA finish. Here are the latest indicative offers we see from Yongjin Mill and other prime producers (FOB Shanghai, 20ft/40ft container basis):

Average wholesale market price today:≈ USD 1,280–1,320 per metric ton → ≈ USD 0.58–0.60 per pound → ≈ USD 1.28–1.32 per kg

Factors That Affect the Price Right Now

• Thickness— thinner gauges (0.25–0.5 mm) usually carry a 5–10% premium due to higher processing cost
• Finish— BA is 8–15% more expensive than 2B; NO.4 adds ≈5–10% over 2B
• Width— wider coils (1220–1500 mm) often slightly cheaper per ton than narrow slit widths
• Order volume— 100+ tons can get 2–5% discount; very small lots (<10 tons) may pay 3–8% more
• Protective treatment— paper interleaving + edge protection adds ≈ USD 10–20/MT
• FOB vs CFR— prices above are FOB Shanghai; add ≈ USD 50–150/MT for CFR main ports depending on destination

Why 430 Prices Are So Competitive Right Now

• No nickel→ no exposure to LME nickel volatility (304/316 prices swing wildly with nickel)
• High Chinese output— Yongjin and other large mills are running at full capacity
• Stable demand— strong in appliances, kitchenware, cladding and automotive trim

This keeps 430 coil one of the most price-stable and cost-effective stainless grades on the market.

For detailed product pages and current stock availability, please see our:

• a240 Type_430 stainless steel sheet
• EN10088 2 X6Cr17 stainless steel sheet
• DIN 1.4016 stainless steel sheet
• GB/T 10Cr17 1Cr17 stainless steel sheet
• JIS G4305 SUS 430 stainless steel sheet

Quick Wholesale Price Summary (FOB Shanghai, FCL)

• Standard 2B / 2BA+PI(0.8–1.5 mm): ≈ USD 1.23–1.25 per kg
• BA mirror(0.25–0.5 mm): ≈ USD 1.29–1.36 per kg
• NO.4 brushed: ≈ USD 1.28–1.42 per kg (depending on grit level)

Larger orders (100+ tons) or long-term contracts typically get 2–5% better pricing.

Contact Gangsteel our sales team today for a firm, up-to-the-minute quotation on 430 stainless steel coil or sheet — including your exact thickness, width, finish, and destination. We respond with binding offers within hours and can lock in pricing for 30–90 days on larger volumes.

Whether you need 430 stainless steel for sale right now or a long-term supply agreement, Gangsteel + Yongjin Mill is your reliable source for high-quality, cost-competitive 430 material.

We look forward to supporting your project.