Grade 304 / 304L
The world's most versatile food-grade austenitic stainless steel.
Material Overview
Cr-Ni Austenitic
304 (and its low-carbon variant 304L) is the workhorse of the stainless steel industry. With 18% chromium and 8% nickel, it offers excellent corrosion resistance across a wide pH range, outstanding formability, and full weldability. 304L's reduced carbon prevents sensitisation in welded fabrications.
Equivalent / Comparable: AISI 304 / 304L · EN 1.4301 / 1.4307
Indicative Price
₹230 – ₹275 / kg
Available Forms
Chemical Composition
Typical wt% Range
| Element | Range (wt%) |
|---|---|
| C | ≤0.08 |
| Mn | ≤2.0 |
| Si | ≤1.0 |
| P | ≤0.045 |
| S | ≤0.03 |
| Cr | 18.0–20.0 |
| Ni | 8.0–10.5 |
| N | ≤0.10 |
Mechanical Properties
Key Utility & Strengths
- ▸Excellent corrosion resistance in most environments
- ▸Food-safe — FDA and IS:6911 compliant
- ▸Fully weldable; 304L avoids inter-granular corrosion
- ▸Retains strength at cryogenic & elevated temperatures
Industries Served
Where Grade 304 / 304L is Used
Typical Applications
End-Use Components
Why Choose 304 / 304L from Nivesha Alloys
- ✓Universal acceptance across industries
- ✓Excellent hygiene & cleanability
- ✓Long service life — fully recyclable
- ✓304L eliminates sensitisation in welds
As an authorised Jindal Stainless co-branding channel partner, all material is supplied with Mill Test Certificates ensuring full traceability and compliance.
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