ASTM A106 Grade B Seamless Pipe Price

Price per Kg India, 2026  ·  Indian Make

Comprehensive price list for SMLS Pipe 106 GRB — Schedule 20, 40, 80 & 160 — Indian mill-direct supply. Updated May 2026 pricing for project buyers, EPC contractors, OEMs, steel distributors, and overseas importers across the Middle East, Africa & South-East Asia.

📅Published: 18 May 2026 🏭Origin: Indian Make 💰Unit: INR / KG (Ex-GST) 📐Standard: ASTM A106 / ASME SA106

📋   Table of Contents

1. What Is ASTM A106 Grade B Seamless Pipe?
2. Key Technical Specifications
3. SMLS Pipe 106 GRB Price List — May 2026 (INR/Kg)
4. Why Do Seamless Pipe Prices Vary by Schedule?
5. A106 Gr B Seamless Pipe Prices in Major Indian Cities
6. Pricing for Overseas Importers & Export Buyers
7. Industry Applications & Who Buys This Grade
8. Quality, Certification & Mill Test Certificates
9. Buying Guide: How to Get the Best Price in India
10. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What Is ASTM A106 Grade B Seamless Pipe?

ASTM A106 Grade B is the most widely specified seamless carbon steel pipe standard in the world for high-temperature, high-pressure service. Produced under ASTM International’s A106 specification — and its ASME pressure-vessel equivalent, ASME SA106 — Grade B is the workhorse of refineries, power plants, chemical processing units, and major infrastructure projects globally.

Manufactured entirely without a weld seam, seamless pipes offer superior mechanical integrity, making them the default choice wherever pressure surges, thermal cycling, or corrosive media are present. The Grade B designation signals a minimum tensile strength of 415 MPa (60,000 psi) and a yield strength of 240 MPa (35,000 psi), providing a generous safety margin for demanding service conditions.

ℹ️ Buyer’s Note:- ASTM A106 Gr B vs ASTM A53 Gr B: Both are carbon steel seamless pipe standards, but A106 is mandated specifically for high-temperature service (up to 482°C / 900°F), whereas A53 covers a broader application range including lower-temperature use. For refineries, boiler piping, and steam lines, always specify A106 Grade B.

In India, A106 Grade B seamless pipes are manufactured at integrated steel mills and precision pipe mills that comply with BIS, ISO 9001:2015, and international third-party inspection standards. Indian-make A106 Grade B pipes have established a strong reputation in domestic and export markets for consistent chemistry, dimensional accuracy, and competitive pricing compared with equivalent Japanese, Korean, or European mill supply.

Key Technical Specifications — ASTM A106 Grade B

⚠️ Important: All prices in this list are in Indian Rupees (INR) per kilogram and are exclusive of GST (18%).

Prices are indicative mill/trader rates for May 2026 and are subject to revision based on hot-rolled coil (HRC) input costs, freight, and market conditions. Contact us for binding quotations.

SMLS Pipe 106 GRB Price List — May 2026 (INR / Kg)

The following ASTM A106 Grade B seamless pipe price list reflects current Indian mill-direct and trader rates for May 2026. Prices are quoted in INR per kg, exclusive of GST. Schedule 20, 40, 80, and 160 prices are listed by nominal bore (NB) size. Yellow-highlighted rows in original mill data indicate sizes where Sch 20 pricing applies; those rows are shown with separate notation below.

* Prices are exclusive of GST  |  ” ” = Schedule not available in this size from Indian mills as standard  |  Prices subject to change without prior notice  |  Contact for bulk/project pricing

✅ Price Trend — May 2026 – Prices in the 50 NB to 150 NB range (all schedules) remain stable at ₹75/kg, reflecting healthy domestic mill supply and steady HRC input costs. Small bore sizes (15–40 NB) attract a premium due to higher per-kg fabrication cost. Large bore sizes (400–500 NB) trend higher at ₹90–₹105/kg reflecting reduced domestic production and higher raw material consumption per unit length.

Why Do Seamless Pipe Prices Vary by Schedule & Size?

A common question from first-time buyers is why a 300 NB Sch 20 pipe costs ₹88/kg while a 300 NB Sch 40 or 80 costs ₹81/kg. The inverse relationship — where heavier wall (higher schedule) is sometimes cheaper per kg — can be counterintuitive. Here’s why:

1. Mill Production Volume & Efficiency

Sch 40 and Sch 80 pipes in mid-range bore sizes (50 NB to 300 NB) are produced in the highest volumes at Indian seamless pipe mills. Economies of scale keep per-kg conversion costs low. Sch 20, being a lighter wall, is produced less frequently and in smaller batches, driving up unit cost.

2. Billet-to-Pipe Yield

Heavier schedule pipes consume more steel per meter but achieve better material yield ratios in the piercing and elongation process. The billet yield for Sch 160 pipes is often more predictable, keeping scrap rates low and thus per-kg cost competitive relative to weight.

3. Market Demand & Inventory Cycles

Large bore pipes (350 NB and above) are produced on order or in limited stocking quantities. When project demand spikes — particularly from refineries or water infrastructure projects — lead times extend and spot prices rise. The ₹90–₹105/kg band for 400–500 NB sizes in May 2026 reflects continued demand from major pipeline and refinery turnaround projects across India.

4. Small Bore Premium

Sizes 15 NB to 32 NB carry a significant premium (₹90–₹160/kg) because the piercing process is more material-intensive relative to finished pipe weight, rejection rates are higher, and demand from instrumentation, hydraulic, and mechanical applications keeps the market tight.

ASTM A106 Gr B Seamless Pipe Price per Kg in Major Indian Steel-Consuming Cities

While mill prices are the foundation, the landed cost of A106 Grade B seamless pipe in your city depends on freight, local trader margins, and inventory availability. The following table provides approximate landed price ranges for May 2026 across India’s primary steel-consuming industrial hubs.

💡 Pro Tip for Project Buyers – For large-volume orders (5 MT and above), it is almost always more economical to negotiate mill-direct dispatch with freight to your site, rather than buying from a local stockist with double handling. Contact us for mill-direct project pricing with inspection certificates.

Strategic Buying Zones in India (May 2026)

India’s seamless pipe production is concentrated in a handful of mill locations — primarily in Gujarat (Bharuch, Mehsana), Maharashtra, and Andhra Pradesh. Buyers located in the Western and Southern industrial corridors — the Gujarat–Maharashtra–Karnataka stretch — enjoy the most competitive landed prices and the fastest delivery cycles, typically 7–15 working days from confirmed order for standard sizes and schedules.

The Mumbai-Thane-Pune corridor remains India’s most liquid market for A106 Grade B seamless pipes, with multiple authorized distributors and mill stockists maintaining round-the-clock inventory in sizes from 15 NB to 500 NB across Sch 40, 80, and 160.

ASTM A106 Grade B Seamless Pipe Price per Kg for Overseas Importers & Export Buyers

Indian-manufactured ASTM A106 Grade B seamless pipes are a preferred choice for project buyers and distributors across the Middle East, Africa, South-East Asia, and select European markets. Competitive mill pricing, strong ASME/ASTM certification infrastructure, and India’s established logistics network — with Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Mundra, Chennai, and Vizag as key export gateways — make Indian mill supply an increasingly attractive alternative to Korean and Japanese origin material.

Export Pricing Basis — May 2026

A106 Gr B Seamless Pipe — Indicative Export Price Basis (May 2026)USD / MT — CIF Basis

* Export prices are indicative. Final pricing subject to quantity, port of discharge, shipping line, inspection requirements, and certificate charges. Contact us for binding FOB/CIF quotations.

What Indian Mill Supply Offers Overseas Buyers

• ASTM/ASME-compliant Mill Test Certificates (MTC) — EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 as standard or on request
• Third-party inspection — SGS, Bureau Veritas, Lloyds, TÜV, DNV, and major TPIA inspectors facilitated
• Full traceability — Heat number, chemical analysis, mechanical test reports, hydrostatic test records
• NDT options — Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) on request
• End preparation — Bevelled ends, threaded ends, plain ends — as per project specification
• Packing — Bundle packing, wooden dunnage, end caps; seafreight-ready export packing as standard
• Flexible payment terms — LC at sight, LC 30/60/90 days, TT advance — as per buyer profile

🌍   Key Export Markets — May 2026:- Active Indian mill export for A106 Grade B seamless pipe is flowing primarily to UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Egypt, South Africa, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Thailand, and the Philippines. EPC contractors executing projects under ASME B31.3 and B31.1 piping codes find Indian-make A106 Gr B fully compliant and accepted by international project owners.

Industry Applications & Who Buys ASTM A106 Grade B Seamless Pipe

Understanding your application drives the right schedule and size selection — and the right pricing tier. Here’s how India’s primary buying segments use A106 Grade B seamless pipe:

🛢️ Oil & Gas / Petrochemical

Refineries, offshore platforms, LNG terminals, and pump stations specify A106 Gr B for process piping under ASME B31.3. Sch 40 and Sch 80 are the dominant buys in 50–300 NB; Sch 160 is common in high-pressure pump discharge lines.

⚡ Power & Energy

Thermal and nuclear power plants use A106 Gr B / SA106 Gr B for steam lines, feedwater piping, and boiler headers under ASME B31.1. Large-bore sizes (300–500 NB) in Sch 80 and Sch 160 are common in utility-scale projects.

🧪 Chemical & Fertilizer

Chemical process plants and fertilizer units use A106 Gr B for high-pressure reactor feed, utility steam, and process water lines. Often specified with additional heat treatment (N&T or annealed) for toughness in cold-climate or cryogenic service.

🏗️ EPC & Infrastructure

EPC contractors on CAPEX and greenfield projects are bulk buyers. They procure A106 Gr B in full truck-load and container quantities, often requiring mill-direct dispatch with pre-shipment inspection to project-specified QAP.

🚢 Marine & Shipbuilding

Shipyards and offshore fabricators use A106 Gr B for fuel oil lines, ballast system piping, and general service lines where dimensional accuracy and weld-readiness are essential.

🏭 OEMs & Equipment Mfrs

Boiler makers, heat exchanger manufacturers, and compressor OEMs buy A106 Gr B in specific cut lengths and wall thicknesses for assembly — often ordering custom OD/WT to proprietary specifications.

🏛️ Government & PSU

ONGC, IOCL, GAIL, NTPC, BHEL, HPCL, railways, and urban water boards are large-volume buyers, typically through tendering processes requiring ISI marking, BIS certification, or specific mill approvals.

📦 Distributors & Stockists

Steel stockists in Mumbai (Kurla, Bhayander), Ahmedabad (Rakhial), Chennai (Ambattur), and Delhi (Naraina) maintain ready stock in popular sizes, serving small-lot buyers and maintenance teams.

Quality, Certification & Mill Test Certificates for A106 Gr B Seamless Pipe

For project buyers — especially in oil & gas, power, and chemical processing — the quality documentation is as important as the price. Here’s what you should always demand with any A106 Grade B seamless pipe order:

Mandatory Documents for Every A106 Gr B Pipe Order

• Mill Test Certificate (MTC) per EN 10204 Type 3.1 — issued by the pipe mill’s in-house lab, certifying chemical composition and mechanical properties per ASTM A106 requirements
• Dimensional inspection report — OD, wall thickness (WT), length, straightness, end squareness verified against ASME B36.10M tolerances
• Hydrostatic test report — per ASTM A106 mandatory hydrostatic test requirement at calculated test pressure
• Heat treatment records — for normalized supply condition (standard for A106 Gr B)
• Third-party inspection certificate (where project-specified) — SGS, BV, TÜV, DNV, or similar TPIA

Optional / Project-Specific Certificates

• EN 10204 Type 3.2 — Witness inspection by buyer’s representative at mill
• NABL-accredited lab test reports for export or government project requirements
• Positive Material Identification (PMI) report — XRF-based chemical verification at pipe surface
• NDT reports (UT, RT, MPI) as per project QAP
• Charpy impact test results (for low-temperature service variants)

✅   Our Quality Commitment At Metallica Metals / SteelPipesFactory, every A106 Grade B seamless pipe we supply is traceable to mill heat number, comes with original mill MTCs, and is inspected for dimensional compliance before dispatch. We maintain records for a minimum of 7 years for audit purposes. Request our approved vendor list and mill qualification records when placing your first order.

Buying Guide: How to Get the Best A106 Gr B Seamless Pipe Price in India — May 2026

1. Know Your Required Schedule Before You Enquire

The wall thickness (Schedule) drives price more than size in many cases. If your design allows either Sch 40 or Sch 80, get prices for both — in the 50–150 NB range, the per-kg rate is identical (₹75/kg as of May 2026), but Sch 80 gives you more metal per meter and better pressure rating. For critical service, always specify the schedule in your enquiry; do not leave it to interpretation.

2. Buy by Weight, Not by Piece

Seamless pipes are priced per kg. Always confirm the theoretical weight per meter using ASME B36.10M data for your NB and schedule, then multiply by the required length and add a 2–3% cutting/handling allowance. This prevents short deliveries and over-ordering.

3. Request a Binding Quotation with MTCs

Indicative market prices (like those in this list) are the starting point. For order placement, always request a formal written quotation with price validity, delivery schedule, payment terms, and confirmation of MTC availability. This protects you from price variation between enquiry and invoice.

4. Consider Full-Container-Load (FCL) Buying for Large Projects

A 20-foot container holds approximately 18–22 MT of pipes depending on size and packing. If your project requirement exceeds this threshold, negotiating an FCL mill-direct shipment can save ₹3–8/kg versus buying from a stockist. This is particularly impactful for export orders where freight optimization is critical.

5. Verify the Price Includes — or Excludes — These Elements

• GST (18%) — always confirm whether the quoted price is inclusive or exclusive
• Freight to your site or port — road freight adds ₹1–8/kg depending on distance and size
• Third-party inspection charges — typically ₹8,000–₹25,000 per inspection lot, charged separately
• Special packing charges for export — sea freight packing adds ₹2–5/kg for large orders
• Certificate charges — some mills charge for EN 10204 3.2 certificates separately

Frequently Asked Questions — ASTM A106 Grade B Seamless Pipe

What is the current price of ASTM A106 Grade B seamless pipe per kg in India — May 2026?

As of May 2026, ASTM A106 Grade B seamless pipe (Indian make) is priced between ₹75/kg and ₹160/kg, depending on nominal bore (NB) size and wall thickness (Schedule). Mid-range sizes from 50 NB to 150 NB in Sch 40, 80, and 160 are currently at ₹75/kg. Small bore sizes (15–32 NB) attract premiums of ₹90–₹160/kg, while large bore sizes (400–500 NB) range from ₹90–₹105/kg. All prices are exclusive of GST.

What is the difference between ASTM A106 Grade B and Grade A seamless pipe?

Grade A has a lower minimum tensile strength (330 MPa vs 415 MPa for Grade B) and lower yield strength (205 MPa vs 240 MPa). Grade B is significantly more common and is specified for most high-pressure and high-temperature applications. Grade A is occasionally used in lower-pressure piping where the extra strength of Grade B is not required. In practice, most Indian mills stock and supply Grade B as the default; Grade A is made to order.

Is Indian-make A106 Grade B seamless pipe accepted on international projects?

Yes. Indian seamless pipe mills — including Jindal SAW, Maharashtra Seamless, and other major producers — are approved vendors for EPC contractors executing projects under ASME, API, and EN standards across the Middle East, Africa, and South-East Asia. Mill Test Certificates (EN 10204 3.1 and 3.2) from approved Indian mills are accepted by major oil companies (Aramco, ADNOC, QatarEnergy, ONGC) and international EPCs (Larsen & Toubro, Samsung E&C, Technip, etc.).

What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for A106 Grade B seamless pipe from India?

For stockist supply (ready stock), there is typically no minimum order — you can buy a single length (6 m or 12 m). For mill-direct orders, the MOQ is generally 1 MT per size and schedule for standard sizes, rising to 3–5 MT for non-standard OD/WT combinations. For export orders, the practical minimum for cost-effective shipping is approximately 5 MT (grouping multiple sizes in one container). Contact us for flexible small-quantity supply from our Mumbai stockyard.

How long does delivery take for A106 Grade B seamless pipe in India?

For standard sizes from stockist inventory in Mumbai and major cities: same-day to 3 working days. For mill-direct supply of standard sizes: 3–6 weeks from order confirmation. For non-standard OD/WT or special heat treatment requirements: 8–14 weeks. For export orders, add 2–3 weeks for pre-shipment inspection, documentation, and port logistics. Plan your material schedule accordingly and always confirm delivery timelines in the purchase order.

Are prices in this list inclusive of GST?

No. All prices in this price list are exclusive of GST. As of May 2026, seamless steel pipes attract 18% GST in India. Add 18% to the quoted per-kg rate to arrive at the inclusive price. GST input tax credit (ITC) is available to registered businesses. For export orders (zero-rated supply), GST is not applicable and exporters can claim refund of GST paid on inputs.

What is SMLS Pipe 106 GRB?

SMLS Pipe 106 GRB is the trade shorthand for Seamless (SMLS) Pipe, ASTM Standard 106, Grade B (GRB). This abbreviation is commonly used in Indian steel market price lists, mill invoices, and purchase orders. It refers to the same product as “ASTM A106 Grade B Seamless Pipe” or “ASME SA106 Grade B Seamless Pipe.”

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