Welding Electrodes (Rod)
Base Metals · HS 8311 · verified suppliers & live price
About Welding Electrodes (Rod)
Welding electrodes are consumable rods used to create welds in metal fabrication across construction, shipbuilding, automotive, and infrastructure sectors. Principal grades traded internationally include mild steel (E6010, E7018), stainless steel (E308, E316), and high-strength variants, each formulated for specific base metals and applications. Major producers and exporters include India, China, Russia, and Japan, with India commanding significant market share due to cost competitiveness. Buyers should verify electrode storage conditions and shelf life, as flux coating absorbs moisture that degrades weld quality; properly stored electrodes maintain performance for 12-18 months in controlled environments.
Specifications
- Grade / spec
- E6013, 3.2mm, Rod
- HS code
- 8311
- Trading unit
- MT
- Category
- Base Metals
- Pricing basis
- Genesis Index reference
- Buyer protection
- Escrow.com · inspection on release
Genesis Sourcing Intelligence™
On the Genesis network, Welding Electrodes (Rod) currently matches 59 verified suppliers across 5 countries, with an indicative benchmark price. Its Genesis Sourcing Index of 74/100 reflects strong sourcing availability — expect fast, competitive firm offers, every one escrow-protected.
Computed live from the Genesis network — verified‑supplier availability, geographic reach and price transparency. Recalculated continuously; found only on Genesis.
Verified Welding Electrodes (Rod) suppliers
Frequently asked questions
What is the current price of Welding Electrodes (Rod)?
Welding Electrodes (Rod) is priced at approximately $3,000.3 per MT on the live Genesis Index. Request a quote for a firm, escrow-protected offer.
How available is Welding Electrodes (Rod) to source?
Welding Electrodes (Rod) carries a Genesis Sourcing Index of 74/100 (Strong), based on 59 verified suppliers across 5 countries on the network and live benchmark pricing. Sourcing is strong — competitive firm offers typically return fast.
Who are verified suppliers of Welding Electrodes (Rod)?
Genesis Trade lists verified Welding Electrodes (Rod) suppliers and exporters worldwide, including Hollis Agricultural Welding Pty. Limited, The Trustee For Uno Numero Trust Trading As Fraser Coast Welding, The Trustee For Bv Fabrication & Welding Trading Trust, Sunraysia Gas & Welding Supplies Pty Ltd. Every transaction is escrow-protected.
How do I buy Welding Electrodes (Rod) safely?
Request a quote on Genesis Trade. Payment is held by Escrow.com — a US-licensed, regulated escrow provider — and released only after independent inspection and your confirmation of the goods.