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Do we also need to use desiccants for exporting stainless steel products?

19 Feb, 2025 12:03pm

Why does stainless steel rust?
There are various types of stainless steel on the market, with the most common being 201 stainless steel, 304 stainless steel, 316 stainless steel, etc. The larger the stainless steel model, the better its anti-corrosion performance. For example, the anti-corrosion performance of 304 stainless steel is higher than that of 201 stainless steel. Stainless steel is also widely used in the production of doors, windows, kitchen utensils, sharp tools, various hardware accessories, and more. Many people are surprised to see stainless steel insulated cups or water bottles rusting, thinking that there must be a problem with the steel. In fact, stainless steel is not a "golden body", it is just relatively less prone to rusting. Stainless steel can also rust under certain conditions.
In humid air, the adhesion of stainless steel and condensed water cause electrochemical reactions, which damage the protective film and lead to rusting;
Stainless steel surface rusts due to the presence of corrosive substances such as acid and alkali;
Slight scratches on the surface of stainless steel cause rusting.
Stainless steel corrodes rapidly in the presence of ammonia ions, even surpassing ordinary low-carbon steel.
How can stainless steel products prevent rust during transportation and storage?
Based on the reasons for stainless steel rusting mentioned above, we can develop targeted moisture-proof measures for stainless steel products,
Stainless steel products should avoid scratches during the production and manufacturing process. Products with slight scratches cannot be stored,
Stainless steel products should be stored in a dry and ventilated warehouse, avoiding exposure to outdoor or enclosed spaces with high temperature and humidity. It is recommended to store at a temperature of 20 ℃+10 and a humidity of 60% ± 10 (there is currently no common standard for storage conditions). Stainless steel products should be stored and transported in a way that avoids corrosive substances such as acids and alkalis
The use of Ganba container desiccant in sea freight containers can effectively prevent container rain and better protect stainless steel products.