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EN 10025-2 S235J2 vs GB/T 700 Q235D

Strong Match — 92.4% match based on chemical composition and mechanical property overlap.

EN 10025-2 S235J2 (EN 10025-2:2019) and GB/T 700 Q235D (GB/T 700:2006) are both steel grades. Both fall under the Structural Steel category. EN 10025-2 S235J2 is typically used for used for bridges, structural sections, storage tanks, industrial buildings, transport frames, and support structures., while GB/T 700 Q235D is commonly used for hot rolled structural sheets, strips, sections and bars for welding, riveting and bolting engineering. EN 10025-2 S235J2 is defined under European Standard (EN), originating from Europe, while GB/T 700 Q235D is defined under Guobiao Standards (GB/T), originating from China.

As per chemical composition, EN 10025-2 S235J2 vs GB/T 700 Q235D is a 90.9% match. As per mechanical properties, the match is 95.6%. Combined, this makes them a strong match overall at 92.4%.

Frequently Compared With EN 10025-2 S235J2:
CSA G40.21 260W CSA G40.21 400W GOST 19281 09G2S CSA G40.21 300W AS/NZS 3679.1 350 AS/NZS 3679.1 300 CSA G40.21 400A CSA G40.21 480W CSA G40.21 350W ASTM A1008 SS Grade 50 ASTM A283C ASTM A1008 SS Grade 80
Match Breakdown
CHEMISTRY MATCH
90.9%
MECHANICAL MATCH
95.6%
OVERALL
92.4%
Specifications
Property EN 10025-2 S235J2 GB/T 700 Q235D
Standard EN 10025-2:2019 GB/T 700:2006
Category Structural Steel Structural Steel
C (%) <=0.17 <=0.17
Mn (%) <=1.40 <=1.40
P (%) <=0.025 <=0.035
S (%) <=0.025 <=0.035
Cu (%) <=0.55 Not specified
Si (%) Not specified <=0.35
Matched by chemical composition and mechanical properties, not a formal equivalence claim. Always verify against the applicable standard before substitution.
Mechanical Properties
Property EN 10025-2 S235J2 GB/T 700 Q235D
Tensile Strength 360-510 MPa 370-500 MPa
Yield Strength >=235 MPa >=235 MPa
Elongation >=26% >=26%
Condition Nominal thickness up to 16 mm (tensile for 3 to 100 mm, elongation for 3 to 40 mm), longitudinal test pieces Hot rolled, controlled rolled or normalized; yield up to 16 mm, elongation up to 40 mm (N/mm2 = MPa)
Typical Applications
EN 10025-2 S235J2
Used for bridges, structural sections, storage tanks, industrial buildings, transport frames, and support structures.
GB/T 700 Q235D
Hot rolled structural sheets, strips, sections and bars for welding, riveting and bolting engineering
Key Differences
Can EN 10025-2 S235J2 Be Substituted With GB/T 700 Q235D?
EN 10025-2 S235J2 and GB/T 700 Q235D overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that GB/T 700 Q235D is often considered as a substitute for EN 10025-2 S235J2 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.
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EN 10025-2 S235J2
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Thickness: 10–10 mm (0.39–0.39 in)
Width: 1500–1500 mm (59.06–59.06 in)
Length: 3400–4000 mm (133.86–157.48 in)
GB/T 700 Q235D
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between EN 10025-2 S235J2 and GB/T 700 Q235D?
EN 10025-2 S235J2 specifies Cu which is not specified for GB/T 700 Q235D. GB/T 700 Q235D specifies Si which is not specified for EN 10025-2 S235J2.
Can EN 10025-2 S235J2 be substituted with GB/T 700 Q235D?
EN 10025-2 S235J2 and GB/T 700 Q235D overlap closely enough on chemistry and mechanical properties that GB/T 700 Q235D is often considered as a substitute for EN 10025-2 S235J2 in many applications. Always confirm the specific property range your application needs before substituting, and check with your supplier's mill certificate.