Carbon steel

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MOQ : 1 Kilograms

Carbon steel Specification

Shape

Solubility
Insoluble in water

Physical Form
Solid

Melting Point
Approximately 1425°C to 1540°C

CAS No
12597-69-2

Grade
Varies (low medium high carbon steel)

Appearance
Metallic gray

Shelf Life
Indefinite if stored properly

Density
7.85 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)

Storage
Store in a dry environment to avoid rust and corrosion

Molecular Weight
Varies depending on the carbon content

Purity
Depends on the grade; ranges from 98% to 99.99% iron with carbon content typically less than 2%

Usage
Used for structural purposes manufacturing tools and construction materials

Ingredients
Iron (Fe) Carbon (C) and trace elements like manganese silicon and others

EINECS No
231-095-3

Ph Level
Neutral

HS Code
7228.30

Poisonous
NO

Properties
Strong durable malleable and corrosion-prone in the presence of moisture

Smell
Odorless

Application
Construction automotive parts tools machinery pipelines shipbuilding

Molecular Formula
Fe-C

About Carbon steel

Carbon Steel is a highly versatile and durable material widely used across various industries, including construction, automotive, shipbuilding, machinery, and tool manufacturing. Composed primarily of iron with carbon content less than 2%, this material offers exceptional strength, malleability, and structural integrity. Available in different gradeslow, medium, and high carbon steelit is customizable into forms such as sheets, bars, rods, plates, and pipes to suit specific applications. A solid, metallic gray material that is odorless and insoluble in water, Carbon Steel has a neutral pH level and a density of 7.85 g/cm. Despite its strong properties, it is prone to corrosion when exposed to moisture, requiring proper storage in a dry environment. With a melting point ranging from 1425C to 1540C and indefinite shelf life when stored appropriately, Carbon Steel remains a reliable and enduring choice for demanding structural and manufacturing needs.