Continental Trading Corp. supplies secondary galvanized carbon steel wire — hot dipped and electro galvanized — in both high and low carbon grades. Our galvanized wire is sourced from major North American mills and exported to buyers worldwide at wholesale prices well below prime market rates.
Galvanization applies a protective zinc coating to carbon steel wire, making it highly resistant to rust and corrosion. Hot dipped galvanizing immerses the wire in molten zinc, producing a thicker, more durable coating ideal for outdoor and harsh-environment use. Electro galvanizing applies zinc through electroplating, producing a thinner, smoother finish suited to applications requiring a cleaner surface appearance.
Galvanized Steel Wire — Properties & Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Carbon Grade | Low carbon C1006–C1022 / High carbon C1045–C1080 |
| Tensile Strength | 350–1,600 MPa (varies by grade and diameter) |
| Diameter Range | 0.50mm – 6.00mm |
| Coating Type | Hot dipped galvanized or electro-galvanized |
| Zinc Coating Class | Class I, II, or III (varies by lot) |
| Supply Form | Coils, spools, or reels |
| Quality | Secondary / Second choice (non-prime) |
Who Buys Surplus Galvanized Steel Wire?
Galvanized wire buyers span agriculture, construction, fencing manufacturing, and infrastructure. Agricultural wire distributors are consistent purchasers of second choice galvanized wire — the end product is fencing, tying wire, or baling wire destined for farms and outdoor applications where corrosion resistance is essential but exact prime specification is unnecessary. A small variation in zinc coating weight or a minor surface mark on hot-dipped galvanized wire does not affect its ability to hold a fence or secure a bale of hay for years in field conditions.
Fencing manufacturers — particularly producers of chain link, welded wire mesh, and field fence — purchase galvanized wire in large quantities. These manufacturers typically have their own quality standards that are more flexible than mill prime grades. Second choice galvanized wire from a major North American mill, with its high-quality zinc coating and consistent tensile properties, meets the requirements of most fencing manufacturers' specifications comfortably.
Gabion manufacturers, construction suppliers, and utility wire distributors in Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East also purchase surplus galvanized wire regularly. The price differential between prime and second choice galvanized wire can be significant — often 15–30% — making the economics attractive for buyers in price-competitive markets.
Sourcing & Availability
North American galvanized wire production is concentrated among a small number of very large mills. When these mills produce hot-dipped or electro-galvanized wire that falls outside a prime order specification — due to coating weight, tensile range, diameter tolerance, or coil presentation — the material is downgraded. Continental Trading Corp. works directly with these producers to acquire second choice galvanized lots.
We maintain ongoing availability of both hot-dipped and electro-galvanized wire across a range of gauges and carbon grades. Low carbon galvanized wire (tying, baling, agricultural grades) is typically available in higher volumes than high carbon galvanized (spring, strapping, ACSR grades). Lot sizes vary from a single container to multiple containers depending on the production run involved.
Export logistics from North America to Asia and Latin America are well-established. Buyers in these regions receive regular offers from Continental Trading Corp. as inventory becomes available. Register your specifications — diameter, zinc class, carbon grade, and target quantity — and we will contact you when matching lots are available.
Common Applications
Secondary galvanized wire is widely used for fencing (chain link, field fence, welded wire mesh), agricultural wire, construction ties, binding wire, gabion baskets, and cable production. Its corrosion resistance makes it the standard choice wherever the wire will be exposed to moisture, soil, or weather.
Specifications
We source galvanized wire across a wide range of diameters (typically 0.5mm–6.0mm), tensile grades (Class I, II, III / Low, Medium, High), and carbon content (low carbon C1006–C1022 and high carbon C1045–C1080). Coil sizes and spool formats vary by lot. Contact us with your requirements and we will match available inventory to your needs.
Why Buy Secondary Galvanized Wire?
Secondary galvanized wire from North American mills is typically prime-condition material that was produced outside specific order tolerances. Structural integrity is not compromised. Our buyers regularly achieve 20–40% cost savings versus prime — often with material that is functionally indistinguishable. Contact us to receive current offers.
