High-performance titanium materials trusted by Iraqi industrial sectors
Iraq is undergoing one of the most significant industrial expansions in the Middle East. With massive investments in oil & gas infrastructure, water treatment, petrochemical plants, and coastal desalination facilities, the demand for high-performance corrosion-resistant materials has never been higher.
Titanium plate has emerged as the material of choice for Iraq's most demanding environments. From the corrosive hydrogen sulfide (H₂S) rich oilfields of Basra to the chloride-laden waters of the Persian Gulf, titanium's unmatched combination of corrosion resistance, high strength-to-weight ratio, and long service life makes it indispensable.
As a leading China-based titanium plate manufacturer and supplier, ProX Metal has been delivering premium ASTM B265-compliant titanium plates to Iraqi buyers, EPC contractors, and distributors since 2001. Our direct factory pricing, large inventory, and flexible custom sizing make us the preferred partner for Iraq's industrial procurement teams.
Iraq's economy is being reshaped by large-scale infrastructure investment. Titanium plate plays a critical role across multiple sectors driving this transformation — from the oilfields of the south to the new desalination plants along the Shatt al-Arab waterway.
Iraq holds the world's fifth-largest proven oil reserves. The Basra, Rumaila, and West Qurna oilfields require titanium plates for heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and process piping that must withstand H₂S, CO₂, and high-salinity brine environments. Titanium GR2 and GR7 are the dominant grades specified by international oil majors operating in Iraq.
Iraq's government has committed to expanding seawater and brackish water desalination capacity to address chronic freshwater shortages. New SWRO and MSF desalination plants in Basra, Umm Qasr, and Nasiriyah are specifying titanium plates for condenser tubing, heat exchanger plates, and pump housings — where seawater corrosion resistance is non-negotiable.
Iraq's National Investment Commission has approved multiple new petrochemical complexes and refinery upgrades. These facilities require titanium plates for chlorine-handling equipment, acid storage tanks, and reactor linings. GR1 and GR2 titanium plate is the standard material for chlor-alkali and sulfuric acid process equipment in Iraqi refineries.
Iraq's power generation capacity is being rapidly expanded with new gas-fired and combined-cycle plants. Titanium plates are used in condenser systems, cooling water heat exchangers, and flue gas desulfurization (FGD) equipment — all of which benefit from titanium's excellent thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance at elevated temperatures.
The expansion of Umm Qasr port and the development of Al-Faw Grand Port represent multi-billion dollar marine infrastructure investments. Titanium's outstanding resistance to seawater corrosion makes it the preferred material for offshore platforms, marine heat exchangers, and subsea pipeline components in Iraq's Persian Gulf coastal zone.
Iraq's fertilizer and chemical industry, centered around Basra and Al-Muthanna, is undergoing significant modernization. Titanium plates are specified for urea reactors, ammonia synthesis equipment, and phosphoric acid storage — environments where stainless steel fails within years but titanium delivers 20+ years of reliable service.
Rising Chinese titanium imports: Iraq's procurement teams increasingly source titanium plates directly from China, bypassing European intermediaries to achieve 30–50% cost savings on equivalent-quality ASTM-certified materials.
EPC contractor demand growth: Major South Korean, Italian, and Chinese EPC firms executing Iraqi energy projects are specifying titanium plate in quantities exceeding 500 tons per project, driving significant import growth.
Desalination capacity tripling: Iraq's Ministry of Water Resources targets tripling desalination output by 2030, representing a sustained multi-year demand pipeline for titanium heat exchanger plates and tubing.
Local fabrication growth: Iraqi fabrication workshops in Basra and Baghdad are increasingly stocking titanium plate inventory to serve local MRO and small-batch fabrication needs, creating a new distribution channel.
Grade diversification: Beyond standard GR1/GR2, Iraqi buyers are increasingly specifying GR7 (Ti-0.2Pd) and GR12 for the most aggressive chemical environments, reflecting growing technical sophistication among local engineers.
Certification requirements tightening: Iraqi state-owned enterprises and international operators are mandating full material traceability, MTRs (Material Test Reports), and third-party inspection — areas where ProX Metal's ISO 9001:2015 certification provides a clear competitive advantage.
Grade: GR1, GR2
Standards: ASTM B265
Specifications: δ(0.3-12)mm×W500-2000mm×L
Surface: Cold rolled bright, pickled, hot rolled pickled, black oxide
Grade: GR1, GR2
Standards: ASTM B265
Specifications: δ(0.3-100mm)×W(400-3000mm)×L(800-20,000mm)
Surface: Cold-rolled bright, acid-washed, sandblasted
Condition: Annealed
Grade: GR1, GR2, GR7, GR12
Standards: ASTM B265
Specifications: δ(12-75mm)×W(1500-2500mm)×L(1000-12,000mm)
Custom request size available.
Grade: Ti6Al4V, Ti6Al4V ELI, GR5, GR23
Standards: ASTM B265
Specifications: δ(0.5-75mm)×W(400-3000mm)×L(800-60,000mm)
Available on custom request.
Grade: Ti-5Al-2.5Sn
Standard: ASTM B265
Specifications: δ(0.5-50mm)×W(500-1500mm)×L(1000-20,000mm)
Meet customization requests.
Grade: Grade 7 (Ti-0.2Pd)
Standards: ASTM B348
Specifications: Φ5-100mm×L2000-3000mm
Surface: Polished, lathe machined, black oxidized
Grade: GR12 (Ti-0.3Mo-0.8Ni)
Standards: ASTM B348
Specifications: Φ5-100mm×L2000-3000mm
Surface: Polished, lathe machined, black oxidized
Grade: GR5, Ti6Al4V, Ti6Al4V ELI
Standards: ASTM B348
Specifications: Φ5-100mm×L3000mm
Surface: Polished, lathe machined, black oxidized
Grade: GR1, GR2, GR3, GR4
Standards: ASTM B348
Specifications: Φ5-100mm×L3000mm
Surface: Polished, lathe machined, black oxidized
Grades: GR2, GR5
Hex bars: GR2: H2.5-H7 / GR5: H14
Square bars: H6-18×6-18
Standard: ASTM B348
Material: GR9 (Ti-3Al-2.5V)
Specifications: Diameter 6-100mm × Length 1500-3000mm
Surface: Polished, lathe machined, black oxidized
Grade: Gr.1, Gr.2, Gr.5, Gr.7, Gr.12
Standards: ASTM B862
Specifications: Φ(6-200)×L(500-6000)mm
Surface: Polished, pickled or coated
Grade: Gr.1, Gr.2, Gr.5, Gr.7, Gr.12
Standards: ASTM B338, ASTM B861
Specifications: Φ(3-110)×L(500-6000)mm
Custom lengths and diameters available.
Material: GR1, GR2, GR5 (Ti6Al4V), GR9
Specifications: ⌀0.5-6mm × T0.1-1.2mm × L600-1000mm
Standard: ASTM B861, B338, B337, B862
Surface: Polished, machined, pickled
Titanium plate solutions engineered for the specific demands of Iraq's most critical industries
Every titanium plate batch is produced under a rigorous ISO 9001:2015 quality management system with full MTRs, third-party inspection support, and complete material traceability — meeting the documentation requirements of Iraqi state enterprises and international operators.
With over 100 advanced production machines and a full titanium processing chain, we produce custom-sized plates, cut-to-length sheets, and special surface finishes to exact project specifications. No minimum order restrictions on custom sizes for Iraqi buyers.
We have established freight forwarding partnerships for regular shipments to Umm Qasr port and Basra. Our export documentation team handles all customs paperwork, certificates of origin, and inspection reports required for Iraqi customs clearance.
As a direct manufacturer with 8,000 tons annual capacity, we eliminate trading margins. Iraqi procurement teams consistently report 30–45% savings versus European or US-sourced titanium plate of equivalent grade and certification.
We maintain 10+ tons of common-grade titanium plate (GR1, GR2, GR5) in spot inventory for immediate dispatch. Standard orders ship within 3–7 days; custom fabrication orders within 15–25 days depending on specification complexity.
Our dedicated R&D team provides technical support for grade selection, thickness optimization, and surface treatment recommendations. We help Iraqi engineers select the most cost-effective titanium specification for each application environment.
Founded in 2001, ProX Metal is a high-tech enterprise specialising in the development, production and servicing of pure and alloy titanium materials. As a leading manufacturer of raw titanium materials, we focus on providing cost-effective, stable, high-end titanium materials applied in chemical, oil and gas, marine and electronics fields. We are ISO 9001:2015 certified and hold 14 national patents.
ProX Metal possesses a complete titanium metal production chain, equipped with over 100 advanced machines, achieving an annual output of 8,000 tons of pure titanium and alloy materials. We offer comprehensive solutions spanning from standard products to customized offerings.
ProX Metal is certified to ISO 9001:2015, with its quality system and product lines undergoing regular certification audits. We have implemented a rigorous quality management system that meets the stringent excellence standards for titanium raw material production.
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