Food Grade

SS 316 – When making food-quality stainless steel containers, SS grade 316 is typically a preferable option for everyday cooking for smaller families. When dealing with salt and stronger acids like lemon or tomato juice, 316 SS is more chemically resistant. It is typically used in a range of applications. It has a chromium content of 18% and nickel of more than 10% making it highly rust resistant.

SS 304 – The more popular kind of stainless steel, SS grade 304 is frequently seen in industrial settings, hospitals, and kitchen appliances. It has excellent corrosion resistance to numerous chemical corrodents, and has a chromium and nickel content of 18% and 8%, respectively.

SS 430 – Due to its relatively low cost, appealing polish, and improved resistance to specific forms of corrosion, SS grade 430 is commonly used in cooking for larger gatherings. Being corrosion resistant, SS grade 430 is widely used in industrial kitchen and catering equipment. It has a chromium content of 18% but no nickel, which makes it more economical while still qualifying as food grade SS