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Flat Steel - ASTM Certified Mill Direct Manufacturer |

Hongji Profiles Co., Ltd.
Verified Custom manufacturer · 5 yrs · CN China
Customizable Rock-bottom price
$463 1-49 ton Base price
$443 50-99 ton 4.3% off
$433 ≥100 ton 6.5% off
Price validity: subject to market conditions

Supplier's customization ability

  • Drawing-based customization
  • Sample-based customization
  • Full customization
Quantity

Minimum order quantity: 1 ton

Shipping total: To be negotiated

Subtotal of goods US$ 463.00
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Technical Specifications of Flat Steel

PropertyParameterDescription
Product NameFlat SteelHot-rolled or cold-drawn flat steel bar with rectangular cross-section
Material GradeS235JR / S355JR / A36 / Q235 / Q345EN 10025 equivalent: S235JR≈A36≈Q235; S355JR≈A572 Gr.50≈Q345
Standard ComplianceEN 10058 / ASTM A36 / JIS G3194 / GB/T 702Dimensional and mechanical property standards for hot-rolled flat steel bars
Chemical Composition (C)≤ 0.20% (S235JR) / ≤ 0.24% (S355JR)Carbon content controlling weldability and hardness
Chemical Composition (Mn)≤ 1.50% (S355JR) / ≤ 1.40% (S235JR)Manganese enhances tensile strength and toughness
Chemical Composition (P/S)P ≤ 0.035% / S ≤ 0.035%Phosphorus and sulfur limits per EN 10025-2 for structural quality
Tensile Strength360–510 MPa (S235JR) / 470–630 MPa (S355JR)Per EN 10025-2; ASTM A36: 400–550 MPa
Yield Strength≥ 235 MPa (S235JR) / ≥ 355 MPa (S355JR)Minimum yield strength for thickness ≤ 16 mm per EN 10025-2
Elongation≥ 26% (S235JR) / ≥ 22% (S355JR)Minimum elongation at fracture (A80mm) per EN 10025-2
Thickness Range3 mm – 100 mmStandard hot-rolled flat bar thickness per EN 10058 / GB/T 702
Width Range10 mm – 400 mmAvailable widths; custom widths available upon request
Length3,000 mm – 12,000 mm (standard) / cut-to-length availableFixed or random lengths; tolerance per EN 10058 Class A/B
Surface FinishHot-rolled (black) / Pickled & Oiled / Cold-drawn (bright)HR surface with mill scale; P&O for improved corrosion resistance; CD for tight tolerance
Dimensional ToleranceWidth: ±0.5–2.0 mm / Thickness: ±0.3–1.5 mmPer EN 10058 normal tolerance class; tighter tolerance available for cold-drawn
ApplicationStructural fabrication, machinery parts, construction, brackets, frames, conveyor systemsWidely used in civil engineering, manufacturing, and general metalwork
CertificationMill Test Certificate (EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2), ISO 9001:2015Third-party inspection available; CE marking for structural applications
PackagingBundled with steel strapping, wooden dunnage, waterproof paper wrappingBundle weight: 1–3 MT; seaworthy export packing available
MOQ1 MT (stock items) / 5 MT (custom orders)Mixed grades and sizes accepted for stock orders

Flat Steel - ASTM Certified Mill Direct Manufacturer

Flat steel stands as one of the most versatile and structurally essential steel products in modern industrial manufacturing, construction, and fabrication. Produced through precision hot-rolling or cold-rolling processes, flat steel delivers consistent dimensional accuracy, superior surface finish, and reliable mechanical performance across demanding applications. From heavy structural frameworks and bridge components to automotive chassis, shipbuilding, and machinery fabrication, flat steel serves critical roles wherever strength, formability, and dimensional stability are required. As an ASTM-certified mill direct manufacturer, we supply flat steel products that meet rigorous international standards including ASTM A36, ASTM A572, and ASTM A516, ensuring every shipment delivers the performance your project demands. Our vertically integrated production capability allows us to offer mill-direct rates without intermediary markups, providing measurable cost advantages for procurement teams managing large-volume or long-term supply requirements. Whether you require standard stock dimensions or custom-cut specifications, our technical team is ready to support your sourcing needs from inquiry through delivery.

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What is Flat Steel?

Flat steel refers to a category of rolled steel products characterized by a rectangular cross-section with a width significantly greater than its thickness. It encompasses flat bars, steel plates, sheet steel, and strip steel, manufactured from carbon steel, alloy steel, or high-strength low-alloy (HSLA) steel grades. Flat steel finds extensive application in structural fabrication, pressure vessel manufacturing, transportation equipment, and general engineering construction worldwide.

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Flat Steel Technical Specifications

Our flat steel products are manufactured to precise dimensional and mechanical standards to ensure compliance with project specifications:

  • Width range: 20 mm – 600 mm; Thickness range: 3 mm – 100 mm
  • Yield strength: 250 MPa minimum (ASTM A36) up to 690 MPa (ASTM A514 high-strength grade)
  • Tensile strength: 400 MPa – 760 MPa depending on grade and heat treatment
  • Density: 7.85 g/cm³ at 20°C (carbon steel grades)
  • Surface condition: Hot-rolled black, pickled and oiled (P&O), or cold-rolled bright finish
  • Length: Standard 6 m / 12 m or custom cut-to-length per order
  • Standards: ASTM A36, A572 Gr.50, A516 Gr.70, EN 10025 S235/S355, GB/T 700 Q235/Q345
  • Mill test certificates: Provided with every shipment, third-party inspection available upon request

All flat steel products undergo ultrasonic testing, dimensional inspection, and mechanical property verification before dispatch, ensuring full traceability from melt heat to final product.

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Partner with a trusted ASTM-certified flat steel manufacturer offering mill-direct pricing, reliable lead times, and dedicated technical support. Our global logistics network ensures on-time delivery to ports worldwide, with flexible packaging options for sea, rail, or road freight. Contact our sales team today to discuss your specifications and volume requirements.

  • 24/7 customer support available
  • Free samples for quality evaluation
  • Competitive pricing for bulk orders
  • Professional technical consultation

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Ratings & Reviews

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Rajesh K.
India
2025-02-02
Initial surface quality concern on P&O finish — resolved satisfactorily
Our first order was 20 tons of pickled and oiled flat steel, 120mm × 8mm, to ASTM A36 for automotive component brackets. Upon arrival, we noticed minor uneven oiling coverage on roughly 5% of the bars, which raised concern for our corrosion protection process. We raised this immediately with the sales team. To their credit, they responded within 24 hours, arranged a partial replacement shipment for the affected pieces, and provided a root cause explanation from their quality department. Mechanical properties and dimensions were correct throughout. Issue was resolved within 10 days. We gave them a second order and that shipment was perfect.
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Sarah M.
United Kingdom
2025-02-24
Competitive pricing on bulk ASTM A572 flat steel — documentation could be faster
We ordered 55 tons of ASTM A572 Gr.50 flat steel plates, 300mm wide × 30mm thick, for heavy machinery base frames. The material itself was excellent — mechanical properties confirmed by our in-house testing lab matched the mill certificates exactly. Mill-direct pricing beat our previous supplier by a clear margin on this volume. Only reason for 4 stars rather than 5: full documentation pack took about 5 business days to arrive after shipment, slightly longer than we'd prefer for our project scheduling. Quality of the steel itself is not in question — we'll order again.
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Liam C.
Australia
2025-03-18
Good value ASTM A36 flat bar — minor lead time variance on first order
Purchased 30 tons of ASTM A36 flat bar, 100mm × 16mm, for industrial building frame fabrication in Queensland. Product quality was solid — yield strength, tensile strength, and elongation all met ASTM A36 requirements per the mill certificates. Pricing was genuinely competitive versus local distributors, saving us roughly 8% on material cost. First shipment arrived 4 days later than the original estimate due to port congestion, though the team communicated proactively. Overall good value for a first-time international order and we're planning a follow-up purchase.
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Thomas B.
Germany
2025-04-09
Cold-rolled bright finish flat steel met EN 10025 and our internal QA standards
We specified cold-rolled bright finish flat steel, 80mm wide × 6mm thick, to EN 10025 S235 for precision machinery components. Dimensional accuracy was excellent — width tolerance held within ±0.3mm across the full 12-meter lengths. Surface roughness was consistent and suitable for direct machining without additional surface work. Mill certificates included full chemical composition and mechanical test data. Our internal QA team conducted incoming inspection and found zero non-conformances across a 15-ton sample batch. We will be increasing our quarterly volume with this supplier.
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Ahmed R.
UAE
2025-05-01
Fast turnaround and solid documentation for shipbuilding flat steel
Ordered 60 tons of EN 10025 S355 equivalent flat steel, 200mm wide × 12mm thick, for a shipbuilding subcontractor in Dubai. The team confirmed stock availability within 2 hours of inquiry and had shipping documents ready within 3 days of payment. Third-party SGS inspection was arranged smoothly at their mill. Tensile strength results came in at 520 MPa — well within S355 specification. Jebel Ali port delivery was on time. Customer support team is responsive even outside standard business hours, which matters a lot for our procurement timelines.
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James W.
United Kingdom
2025-05-23
Reliable mill-direct supply for ongoing structural steel contracts
We've been procuring ASTM A36 flat bars, 50mm × 10mm, in monthly batches of approximately 20 tons for general structural fabrication work across the UK. What sets this supplier apart is the consistency — dimensional tolerances are tight every single shipment, and the hot-rolled black surface finish is clean enough for direct painting without additional preparation. Sales team proactively communicates shipping updates. Having mill-direct pricing without broker markups has meaningfully improved our project margins. We've now placed six consecutive orders without a single quality rejection.
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Priya S.
India
2025-06-14
Consistent ASTM A516 Gr.70 plates for pressure vessel manufacturing
Our third consecutive order — this time 80 metric tons of ASTM A516 Gr.70 flat steel plates, 25mm thickness, for pressure vessel shells. Charpy impact test values at -20°C exceeded specification minimums on every heat. Surface condition on the pickled and oiled finish was uniform with no pitting or scale inclusions. Full traceability documentation from melt heat to dispatch was provided without any follow-up requests needed. Delivery to Nhava Sheva port completed two days ahead of schedule. Highly recommended for critical pressure applications.
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Marcus T.
United States
2025-06-29
Exceptional ASTM A572 Gr.50 flat bar quality for bridge fabrication
We sourced 45 metric tons of ASTM A572 Gr.50 flat steel, 150mm wide × 20mm thick, for a bridge component project in Texas. Mill test certificates were provided promptly and matched every mechanical property requirement — yield strength consistently above 345 MPa. Ultrasonic testing results were clean across all plates. Lead time was 18 days to Houston port, exactly as quoted. Technical team answered our weld procedure questions within hours. This is the standard we expect from a certified mill-direct supplier.

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Hongji Profiles Co., Ltd.

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Located in China

Product Introduction

Hongji Profiles Co., Ltd. is a professional manufacturer and supplier specializing in the R&D, production and sales of high-quality steel profiles. With years of experience in the metallurgical industry, we have earned a solid reputation for reliability, precision and customer-centric service, providing global clients with premium steel profile solutions for diverse industrial and architectural needs.

Our core business covers a full range of steel profiles, including angle steel, channel steel, I-beams, H-beams, C-section steel, Z-section steel, flat steel and custom special steel profiles. These products are widely applied in building structures, bridges, transmission towers, industrial machinery, automotive components and shipping. We strictly control material selection, adopting high-quality steel grades such as S235JR, S355JR, SS400, A36 and Q355 series to ensure excellent mechanical properties, durability and corrosion resistance.

Guided by a customer-first philosophy, we have built a comprehensive sales and after-sales network. Our products are exported to Europe, North America, Southeast Asia and Africa, with long-term cooperation with well-known enterprises. Our team provides one-stop services, and we ensure prompt delivery through sufficient inventory and optimized logistics.

Upholding “Quality First, Integrity-based, Innovation-driven, Win-Win Cooperation”, Hongji is committed to becoming a global leader in the steel profile industry, continuously improving quality and service to create a better future with global customers.

 

FAQ

Q: Q: What are the common specifications of your flat steel?
A:A: Our standard flat steel covers a wide range of sizes, with thicknesses from 3mm to 50mm, widths from 20mm to 600mm, and lengths from 6m to 12m. Common models comply with GB, EN, ASTM and JIS standards, including GB Q235B flat steel, EN S235JR flat steel, ASTM A36 flat steel and JIS SS400 flat steel. Detailed dimension tables and specification parameters can be provided upon your request.
Q: Q: What materials are your flat steel products made of?
Q: Q: Do you supply hot-rolled flat steel and cold-rolled flat steel?
Q: Q: Can you customize flat steel with non-standard sizes?
Q: Q: What is the difference between ordinary flat steel and high-strength flat steel?
Q: Q: Are your flat steel products suitable for outdoor and corrosive environments?
Customizable Rock-bottom price
$463 1-49 ton Base price
$443 50-99 ton 4.3% off
$433 ≥100 ton 6.5% off
Price validity: subject to market conditions

Supplier's customization ability

  • Drawing-based customization
  • Sample-based customization
  • Full customization
Quantity

Minimum order quantity: 1 ton

Shipping total: To be negotiated

Subtotal of goods US$ 463.00
Share:
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Payment and delivery
Lead time:
confirmed with the quotation
Packaging:
standard export packing
Samples:
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