PUBLISHER: The Insight Partners | PRODUCT CODE: 1761167
PUBLISHER: The Insight Partners | PRODUCT CODE: 1761167
The Americas special bar quality steel market size is projected to reach US$ 15.43 billion by 2031 from US$ 10.35 billion in 2024. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.0% from 2025 to 2031.
Special bar quality steel is mainly used in applications that require high durability and the ability to withstand significant stress. Special bar quality steel is highly used in automotive parts, bearings and gears, hand tools and electric motor shafts, valves and components for the petroleum industry, and wind turbine components. The production of special bar quality steel involves stringent controls, such as tightly controlled chemical compositions and the use of deoxidizing agents and ladle refining to remove impurities. Special bar quality steel exhibits enhanced mechanical properties, which make it suitable for demanding applications. Key mechanical properties of special bar quality steel include high strength and ductility, improved toughness and fatigue resistance, enhanced wear resistance, and the ability to undergo various heat treatments for property enhancement.
Based on type, the market is segmented into hot-rolled steel bars, cold-rolled steel bars, and others. The hot rolled steel bars segment held the largest Americas special bar quality steel market share in 2024. Hot-rolled steel bars are used in automotive, construction, agriculture, and heavy machinery industries due to their strength, durability, and versatility. The hot rolling process enhances the steel's mechanical properties, making it suitable for tough and fatigue-resistant applications. These bars are used in crankshafts, axles, gear, and suspension components. Their ability to withstand high stress and perform in demanding conditions makes them ideal for manufacturers prioritizing quality and dimensional accuracy.
Based on the end use, the market is categorized into automotive, energy, agriculture, industrial, building and construction, oil and gas, aerospace and defense, and others. The automotive segment held the largest share of the Americas special bar quality steel market in 2024. Special bar quality steel ensures the efficient production of high-performance, reliable, and safe vehicles in the automotive industry. It is used in axles, gears, and crankshafts, where high strength, toughness, and fatigue resistance are essential. Manufacturing transmission shafts, engine bearings, and suspension components rely heavily on SBQ steel. It is used in the production of wheel hubs, brake rotors, and other critical components that require durability and resistance to corrosion.
Some of the key players in the Americas special bar quality steel market include ArcelorMittal SA, Charter Steel, Steel Dynamics Inc, Gerdau SA, Alton Steel Inc, ECONSTEEL, ICH, Eaton Steel Bar Company, FRISA, and Metallus Inc. Players operating in the market focus on providing high-quality products to fulfill customer demand. Also, they focus on adopting various strategies such as new product launches, collaborations, and others in order to stay competitive in the market. For instance, in December 2024, Charter Steel introduced SBQ steel for electric vehicle (EV) applications. To address the increased curb weight of EVs caused by battery packs, the Charter Steel team collaborated with suspension spring manufacturers. Together, the companies adapted their product offerings to include larger diameter rods that supported the design of heavier springs.
The overall Americas special bar quality steel market size has been derived using both primary and secondary sources. To begin the research process, exhaustive secondary research has been conducted using internal and external sources to obtain qualitative and quantitative information related to the market. Also, multiple primary interviews have been conducted with industry participants to validate the data and gain more analytical insights into the topic. The participants of this process include industry experts such as VPs, business development managers, market intelligence managers, and national sales managers-along with external consultants such as valuation experts, research analysts, and key opinion leaders-specializing in the Americas special bar quality steel market.