The Americas special bar quality steel market size is projected to reach US$ 15.43 billion by 2031 from US$ 10.35 billion in 2024. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.0% from 2025 to 2031. The surging focus on sustainability is likely to remain a key future trend in the Americas special bar quality steel market.
The governments in the Americas are implementing policies to encourage investment in the automotive sector, including tax incentives for manufacturers and import tariffs on vehicles. These measures aim to promote local production and reduce reliance on imports. The US automotive market is shifting toward electric vehicles (EV), driven by advancements in EV technology and supportive government policies. This transition is attracting investments from domestic and international automakers. The automakers are investing in expanding their production capacities to meet the rising demand for vehicles. These investments are increasing production volumes and enhancing technological capabilities within the industry. The automotive industry uses special bar quality steels for its strength, fatigue resistance, and durability. Axles, crankshafts, gears, and steering parts are manufactured using special bar quality steel. These components must endure stress and wear, making the superior mechanical properties of special bar-quality steel essential. Thus, the growth of the automotive industry in the region drives the demand for special bar-quality steel.
Special bar quality steel is used in applications that require high durability and the ability to withstand stress. It is highly used in automotive parts, bearings and gears, hand tools and electric motor shafts, valves and components for the petroleum industry, and wind turbine components. The production of special bar-quality steel involves tightly controlled chemical compositions and the use of deoxidizing agents and ladle refining to remove impurities. Special bar-quality steel exhibits enhanced mechanical properties, which make it suitable for demanding applications. Mechanical properties of special bar quality steel include high strength and ductility, improved toughness and fatigue resistance, enhanced wear resistance, and the ability to undergo heat treatments for property enhancement.
In the US, the construction sector is expanding due to the surging construction of new factories and industrial facilities, rising investments in commercial construction projects, and increasing government initiatives. The industry is among the largest contributors to the US economy and creates US$ 1.4 trillion worth of structures each year. According to the US Census Bureau, in January and February 2022, spending on building and construction projects in the public and private sectors amounted to US$ 237.8 billion, reporting a growth of 10.4% compared to the same period in 2021. As per a report by the USA Facts Institute released in 2022, the federal government passed the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act in 2021, allocating US$ 550 billion in new federal infrastructure, including repairing or rebuilding bridges, roads, rail, and airports for five years. Special bar-quality steel is utilized in construction projects that require high structural integrity and load-bearing capacity. It is used in bridge components, high-rise building frameworks, and other infrastructure projects where safety and durability are crucial. Thus, the growing construction sector fuels the demand for construction products, including special bar-quality steel.
In the renewable energy sector, special bar-quality steel is used in wind turbine components, hydroelectric power plants, and solar energy structures. In the wind energy sector, steel is used in tubular towers, foundations, and transition pieces. It provides the necessary strength and durability to withstand the challenging conditions in wind farms. Wind power is the largest source of renewable energy in the US, generating nearly half of the total energy. The Wind Vision Report projects the availability of more than 600,000 jobs in manufacturing, installation, maintenance, and support services by 2050. According to data published by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA) in its Preliminary Monthly Electric Generator Inventory, the annual wind turbine capacity additions in the US increased from 13.2 gigawatts (GW) in 2012 to 14.2 (GW) in 2020, surpassing the previous record. Brazil's success in reaching such a high share of renewables is due to its robust hydroelectric base and the expansion of solar and wind power. The booming renewable energy sector propels the adoption of special bar quality steel, which is expected to offer lucrative growth opportunities for the market during the forecast period.
Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the Americas special bar quality steel market analysis are type, application, and end use.
The scope of the Americas special bar quality steel market report focuses on the market scenario in terms of historical market revenues and forecasts.
Based on geography, the Americas special bar quality steel market is segmented into North America and South & Central America. According to the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, North America recorded a production output of 16.15 million vehicles in 2023. According to the International Trade Administration (ITA) data released in 2022, the automotive sector in Mexico is one of the major sectors in North America. The sector accounts for 3.5% of its overall Mexican GDP and 20% of its manufacturing GDP. Further, North America is home to aerospace companies such as Precision Castparts Corp, Spirit AeroSystems, Textron, General Dynamics, L3Harris Technologies, and GE Aviation. Special bar quality steel has applications across construction, aerospace and defense, automotive, agriculture, and oil and gas industries. Thus, the development of various end-use industries boosts the special bar quality steel market growth in North America.
The regional trends and factors influencing the Americas Special Bar Quality Steel Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Americas Special Bar Quality Steel Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
| Report Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Market size in 2024 | US$ 10.35 Billion |
| Market Size by 2031 | US$ 15.43 Billion |
| Global CAGR (2025 - 2031) | 6.0% |
| Historical Data | 2021-2023 |
| Forecast period | 2025-2031 |
| Segments Covered |
By Type
|
| Regions and Countries Covered | North America
|
| Market leaders and key company profiles |
The Americas Special Bar Quality Steel Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.
Major Companies operating in the Americas Special Bar Quality Steel Market are:
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.
Americas special bar quality steel market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. Key developments in the Americas special bar quality steel market are listed below:
The "Americas Special Bar Quality Steel Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)" report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:
The hot rolled steel bars segment dominated the market in 2024.
The surging focus on sustainability is likely to remain a key trend in the Americas special bar quality steel market in the coming years.
The strong expansion of the automotive industry and soaring construction activities drive the market growth.
ArcelorMittal SA, Charter Steel, Steel Dynamics Inc, Gerdau SA, Alton Steel Inc, ECONSTEEL, ICH, Eaton Steel Bar Company, FRISA, and Metallus Inc. are key players operating in the Americas special bar quality steel market.
The market is estimated to register a CAGR of 6.0% during 2025–2031.
The market is projected to reach US$ 15.43 million by 2031.