Hastelloy C276 Price Per Kg

As of mid-2025, Hastelloy C276 (UNS N10276) in commercial forms to trade broadly between ~USD $30 and $95 per kilogram, with typical mid-market quotations clustered around $35–$60/kg for sheet/plate and $50–$110/kg for pipe, bar, or high-spec product forms; prices vary by region, manufacturing route (seamless vs welded), certification and order size. Industry indexes for Europe and North America show an average near $50–$52/kg (USD) in early 2025, while some China factory FOB offers and factory listings are lower (mid-$30s/kg to low-$40s/kg), though buyers must add freight, duties and quality checks.

What is Hastelloy C276?

Hastelloy C276 (UNS N10276, commonly shortened to C-276) is a nickel-molybdenum-chromium superalloy engineered for heavy resistance to corrosive media — notably pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride-bearing environments, strong oxidizers, and a wide temperature band found in chemical, oil & gas, power and waste-treatment industries. The alloy’s alloying load (high nickel, significant molybdenum and chromium plus minor tungsten/iron) raises base-metal cost relative to stainless steels, which is the fundamental reason finished C276 commands substantially higher pricing per kilogram. High tolerance production, traceable metallurgy, and certification testing also add to cost.

Forms and commercial products — how they change price per kg

Hastelloy price per kilogram is not a single number; it depends on form and processing:

• Plate / sheet (thin cold-rolled/annealed): often lower $/kg than heavy seamless bar/pipes because rolling yields good yield from cast material.

• Round bar / forgings: higher due to machining and heat treatment steps.

• Seamless pipe / tubing: premium when seamless and to strict schedules/heat numbers; welded tube can be cheaper.

• Weld filler wire, fasteners, special forms: can be priced higher per kg because of finishing and small batch production.

Other cost influences: certificate level (3.1 / 3.2), testing (NDT, PMI), and packaging for export.

How sellers quote price

Common commercial conventions:

• USD per kilogram — common for plates, sheets and bars in international trade.

• USD per metric ton (MT) — often reported by indexes (convert by /1,000). For example, an index quoting USD 50,460/MT ~ USD 50.46/kg.

• FOB Shanghai / CIF / Delivered — factory prices often quoted FOB (buyer pays freight & duties); western distributors quote DEL or CIF.

• MOQ tiers — many China suppliers list aggressive per-kg discounts for larger lots (example: $28/kg for 10–499 kg vs $21/kg for >2000 kg on marketplace listings).

Historical price snapshot (2021 → 2025)

Methodology note: exact single-source published historic series for finished C276 is fragmented. The table below synthesizes supplier price lists, industry index snapshots and FOB quotes found in 2021–2025 public listings; values are shown as typical commercial ranges (USD/kg) and should be treated as representative rather than a single traded price. Sources include market indexes and China factory listings; conversion from MT to kg applied where needed.

Transparency: the wide 2025 spread reflects real market dispersion: industrial index reports for Europe/North America put mean values in the ~$50/kg range (index figures quoted in USD/MT), while online factory listings and marketplace sellers in China display lower per-kg offers for sheet/strip or small MOQ lots.

2025 regional price comparison: USA / China / Europe

Below is a compact 2025 comparison built from recent industry index data (Europe, North America) and China FOB / marketplace listings. Values are typical market midpoints or ranges for finished commercial forms (sheet/plate, bar and pipe) delivered under standard commercial terms; final landed price depends on freight and customs.

Key interpretation: index averages for EU & NA cluster around $50–$52/kg in early/mid-2025 while some China factory offers list substantially lower FOB numbers. Buyers must weigh lower factory numbers against certification traceability, mill test certificates, and freight/duties.

Why prices move — the main drivers

A concise list with practical buyer implications:

1. Raw materials: nickel, molybdenum, chromium prices — the largest single input cost. Nickel LME moves have a strong pass-through to alloy pricing.

2. Form and manufacturing method — seamless pipe, large forgings and precision bar demand more value-added steps and higher unit costs.

3. Certification & testing — PED, ASME, API and full traceability raise the cost; third-party inspections add fees.

4. Order size & stock availability — factory stock and bulk orders lower unit price; small sample lots cost more per kg.

5. Logistics & duties — FOB vs delivered costs can swing landed price materially. China factory FOB may look low but landed cost can approach index levels after freight/tariff.

6. Market inventory cycle — oversupply reduces spot quotes; tight supply or restocking by chemical/energy sectors pushes premiums.

Practical buyer checklist — how to get best total cost

• Specify form precisely (grade/UNS, thickness, heat number, finish). Lump quotes without precise specs lead to hidden cost variances.

• Ask for certified test reports (MTC) and independent inspection options; cheaper sheets without certificates may be unusable in regulated projects.

• Negotiate MOQ tiers — many China sellers have steep discounts at larger quantities (marketplace tiers show per-kg discounts for >500–2,000 kg).

• Compare FOB vs CIF — calculate landed cost including freight, insurance, duties and inland logistics. A lower FOB does not always win.

• Consider recycled / remelt grade — some acceptable secondary routes cut costs but demand technical approval.

• Consolidate buy — combining related alloys/orders reduces per-kg premium.

MWAlloys — factory background & what we offer

As a specialist supplier, MWAlloys sources and stocks nickel-base alloys including Hastelloy C276 for international buyers. Key commercial advantages we emphasize:

• 100% factory pricing on many stocked items — no multi-layer distributor markup.

• Fast inventory dispatch for standard sheet/plate, bar and pipe items from China stock points; we can support urgent orders with documented lead times.

• Full documentation (MTC 3.1), PQ testing and export packaging available on request.

• Flexible MOQ and tiered pricing for project volumes — buyers with engineering qualification can often secure better unit pricing.

Future five-year outlook (2026–2030)

No forecast is certain, but useful scenario planning helps procurement:

Base case (moderate growth, most likely): Prices average +/− 10% around mid-2025 levels through 2030. Demand growth in chemicals and energy offsets supply increases; raw nickel prices remain range-bound.
Bull case (supply constraint / strong demand): If nickel or molybdenum supply tightens (mine disruptions, policy restrictions) or energy/chemical sectors restock aggressively, C276 could appreciate 20–40% vs 2025.
Bear case (reduced demand / oversupply): Large mills scale up production or demand slows (decarbonization shifts materials), spot prices could fall 15–30%.

Primary scenario drivers: raw metal LME movements, green-energy demand for nickel-containing alloys, regional industrial activity (chemical plants, refineries), and trade policy / tariffs. Monitor nickel LME and industry indexes quarterly.

FAQs

1. What is a reasonable per-kg price for Hastelloy C276 in 2025?
Expect a range; typical market midpoints are $35–$60/kg for sheet/plate and $50–$95+/kg for bars or premium seamless pipe. Indexes reflect roughly $50–$52/kg in early-2025.

2. Why do China factory offers appear much lower?
China listings often reflect FOB factory pricing for particular forms, small MOQ promotions or commodity sheet batches; landed cost and documentation requirements can add to total. Always request MTC and independently verify.

3. How does form (plate vs pipe) change price?
Seamless pipe and heavy forgings require extra processing and are priced higher per kg compared with rolled plate. Welded pipe and thin sheet are usually cheaper.

4. Do indexes exist that track C276 price?
Yes, several industry price monitors and analyst services publish alloy indices and periodic reports (examples: IMARC, Chemanalyst). These provide MT-level snapshots used by distributors.

5. Can scrap or remelt material be used to save cost?
In non-critical applications, remelt or secondary alloys reduce cost, but buyers must validate composition and mechanical properties. For regulated projects use certified mill-origin material.

6. What certification should I insist on?
For industrial use, MTC (EN 10204 3.1 or equivalent), PMI/chemical analysis and heat traceability. For pressure equipment, PED / ASME certs as required.

7. How much does order size affect price?
Substantial. Many Chinese suppliers show steep per-kg discounts at higher quantity tiers. Negotiate tiered pricing for project procurements.

8. Is Hastelloy C276 magnetic?
No, it is generally non-magnetic in the annealed condition. (Useful for NDT and handling considerations.)

9. Where is the best place to buy?
That depends on priorities. For immediate cost savings and factory pricing, China producers/distributors can be competitive. For guaranteed traceability and regulatory compliance, established EU/US distributors may provide faster certification and insured logistics. Always request sample MTC and test certificates.

10. How often should I re-price C276?
Quarterly pricing reviews are sensible for budgeting; monitor LME nickel and industry indexes monthly when planning large procurements.

Practical procurement templates

Sample request items to include in an RFQ:

• UNS N10276 / Hastelloy C276, form (plate / bar / pipe), exact dimensions, surface finish.

• Required certificates (EN 10204 3.1 / ASME MTC) and full heat traceability.

• Quantity (kg), target delivery term (FOB/CIF/EXW), required inspection (third-party).

• Payment and lead time expectations; packaging criteria.

Final recommendations for buyers

1. Separate material price from total landed cost. Ask for FOB and calculate freight/duties to compare apples-to-apples.

2. Leverage MOQ tiers — combine orders where feasible to hit lower per-kg brackets.

3. Insist on MTC and heat traceability for any application that affects safety, longevity or regulatory compliance.

4. Use a mix of sources — combine factory pricing (MWAlloys can provide factory quotes and stock checks) with local distributor options when certifications and speed matter.