SPCC Steel

SPCC steel is a cold-rolled carbon steel sheet or strip for general uses, which is named by Japanese Industrial Standard (JIS). It is equivalent to Chinese grades Q195, Q215A and German grade St12. The first letter “S” in SPCC is for steel, which represents the material. The second letter “P” is for plate. While the third letter “C” stands for cold rolling. And the last letter “C” means commercial quality. There are some similar grades, such as SPCD for drawing quality. If the third letter is “H”, that is SPHC, which means the base metal is hot rolled steel. Below are some similar codes.

What Is SPCC Steel?

SPCC —- Cold rolled steel sheet and strip of commercial quality;

SPHC —- Hot rolled steel sheet and strip of commercial quality;

SPCD — Cold rolled steel sheet and strip of drawing quality, which is equivalent to St13/14, DC03/04;

SPCE — Cold rolled steel sheet and strip of deep drawing quality. It similar codes are St15/16, DC05/06;

SPHD —- Hot rolled steel sheet and strip of drawing quality;

SGCC —- Hot dip galvanized cold rolled steel of commercial quality.

SPCC Steel Specifications

The common specification of SPCC cold rolled sheet is 0.5-3.0 mm*1,250 mm*2,440 mm; The max width and length can reach up to 2,000mm and 6,000 mm.

while the specification of SPCC cold-rolled strip and coil is 0.3-2.5 mm *355-1,500 mm.

Features

Its characteristics include a low carbon content (typically ≤0.15%), low hardness, good plasticity, and ease of cold processing such as stamping and bending. It also boasts a smooth surface, high dimensional accuracy, excellent weldability, and relatively low cost. However, its corrosion resistance is relatively poor, requiring enhanced treatments such as coating. It is widely used in automotive parts, appliance housings, and hardware products.

What Is SPCC Steel Equivalent to?

As mentioned, SPCC is a cold rolled steel sheet and strip of commercial quality, which is defined in JIS G 3141 standard. Here are some worldwide steel equivalent grades for your reference.

Japan (JIS)	China (GB)	Germany (DIN)	European  (EN)	USA (AISI)	Russia (GOST)	International (ISO)	England (BS)
SPCC	Q195 Q215A	St12	DC01 (1.0330)	SAE1008 SAE1010	08kp 08ps	Cr01 CR22	FeP01

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What Is the Composition of SPCC Steel?

Item	C	Mn	P	S	Si
SPCC	≤0.15	≤0.60	≤0.1	≤0.025
Q195	0.06~0.12	0.25~0.50	≤0.045	≤0.05	≤0.30
Q215A	0.09~0.15	0.25~0.55	≤0.045	≤0.05	≤0.30
Q235A	0.14~0.22	0.30~0.65	≤0.045	≤0.05	≤0.30

SPCC Mechanical Properties

Yield Strength	Tensile Strength	Elongation
140~280 (Mpa)	≥270 (Mpa)	0.25-2.5mm	≥2.5mm
		≥34	≥34

Applications of SPCC Metal

SPCC steel is widely used in various applications due to its high strength, durability, and excellent surface finish. Here are some of its applications:

• Automotive industry: SPCC is used to manufacture automobile parts such as car bodies, engine components, and other structural components;
• Electrical appliances, such as refrigerators, air conditioners, and washing machines;
• Construction, such as roofing sheets, wall panels, and other structural components;
• Packaging materials, such as cans, drums, and containers.
• Furniture, such as cabinets, shelves, and tables.
• Industrial equipment: to manufacture various industrial equipment such as machinery parts, toolboxes, and storage racks.

Export Case

500 tons of SPCC cold-rolled steel coils shipped to Iran.

Available Surface Finishes

1. Coating Treatment

Hot-Dip Galvanizing

The most popular rust-proofing and decorative method. This coating is formed by immersing the surface in molten zinc to form a thick zinc-iron alloy coating. It can be directly applied to buildings, highway guardrails, and water tanks.

Nickel/Chromium Plating

Nickel plating followed by chromium plating creates a bright, hard, wear-resistant, and corrosion-resistant decorative surface. Commonly used for faucets, hardware, decorative strips, and more.

Tin Plating

Primarily used for food packaging (such as tinplate cans) because tin is non-toxic, corrosion-resistant, and has good weldability.

2. Painting Treatment

Paint Coating

Various colors of paint can be sprayed for decorative and rust-proofing purposes. Wanzhi Steel offers four types of paint: PVDF, SMP, HDP, and PE. Custom colors and patterns are available.

Price

The price of SPCC steel varies depending on various factors, including thickness, surface treatment, specifications, and market supply and demand.

According to relevant websites, the price of 2mm thick SPCC cold-rolled steel sheet in the Chinese market is approximately $630-800 per ton. The specific price varies depending on the order quantity.

Looking at the overall market, the futures price for SPCC cold-rolled steel sheet was $752/ton as of early June 2025.

Conclusion

SPCC cold-rolled low-carbon steel sheet, with its excellent stamping properties, strength, and cost advantages, has become a widely used foundational material in the manufacturing industry, widely used in structural components such as automobiles, home appliances, and computer cabinets. Its surface treatments include hot-dip galvanizing, phosphating, and painting to enhance corrosion resistance and aesthetics. Wanzhi Steel, with its mature production lines and R&D capabilities, provides SPCC steel coils, sheets, and strips to customers worldwide at factory prices, tailoring them to your project needs and ensuring their success.