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SS 304 — Stainless Steel (SS) Grade Specification, Properties & Equivalents

Complete technical reference for SS 304 Stainless Steel (SS): chemistry, mechanical properties, 7 international equivalents, and live Indian market rates.

SS 304 is a Stainless Steel (SS) grade widely used in Indian engineering, fabrication, and manufacturing. Most common SS grade, excellent corrosion resistance, food-grade. This page lists the chemical composition, mechanical properties, and international equivalents of SS 304, with live per-kg rates from verified MetaleMart sellers.

Chemical Composition (%)

CNPSCrMnNiSi
0.08 max0.10 max0.045 max0.030 max18.0-20.02.00 max8.0-10.51.00 max

Mechanical Properties

PropertyValue
hardness201 HB max
elongation40% min
yield strength205 MPa min
tensile strength515 MPa min

International Equivalents

Standard BodyCountryDesignation
ASTM/AISIUSAAISI 304
UNSUSAS30400
DIN/ENGermany1.4301 / X5CrNi18-10
JISJapanSUS 304
ISIndia04Cr18Ni10
GBChina0Cr18Ni9
BSUK304S31

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SS 304?

Most common SS grade, excellent corrosion resistance, food-grade.

What are the international equivalents of SS 304?

SS 304 is equivalent to AISI 304 (ASTM/AISI, USA), S30400 (UNS, USA), 1.4301 / X5CrNi18-10 (DIN/EN, Germany), SUS 304 (JIS, Japan).

Where can I buy SS 304 in India?

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What is the typical price of SS 304?

Prices for SS 304 vary by shape, size, quantity, and location. View live rates from verified Indian sellers on MetaleMart product pages.

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