English A supplier quotation dated October 15, 2026 lists brass rod prices from RMB 73,400 to RMB 78,800 per metric tonne across eight grades. The quoted material is 14–80 mm continuously cast round bar, providing a dated raw-material reference for buyers of brass hose fittings.
For OEM buyers and distributors comparing quotations from a brass hose fittings manufacturer, the practical question is how the specified alloy and production requirements affect the finished-part price. The sheet offers a reference for that discussion. It does not establish a price increase, because no earlier quotation is provided.
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October 15 brass rod prices by grade
| Grade as listed | Price, RMB/metric tonne |
|---|---|
| 58-3A | 73,400 |
| 59-1A | 74,400 |
| C3604 | 74,400 |
| CW617N | 76,300 |
| Hpb59-1 | 75,900 |
| C37700 | 76,900 |
| CW614N | 76,900 |
| 62-1A | 78,800 |
Source: the supplied quotation sheet titled “2026年10月15日铜棒价格.” The sheet states pickup prices that may change with the market. It does not specify tax treatment or detailed transaction terms. These are one supplier’s raw-material quotations, not AUTOWIN finished-product prices.
The difference between the highest and lowest listed prices is RMB 5,400 per tonne. This is a difference between grades on the same quotation sheet, not a change in price over time.
How raw material and manufacturing requirements shape the final price
Brass rod is one input in a finished fitting’s cost. The factory quotation also needs to account for material yield, the manufacturing route, machining, any scrap recovery allowance, surface treatment, inspection and packaging. Order quantity and the required delivery arrangement also belong in the comparison.
For repeat orders of brass air fittings, ask the factory to compare the same part number, drawing revision and material grade. Request the raw-material reference date and a separate explanation of any changes to the product specification. This helps buyers distinguish a material-cost adjustment from a change in what is being supplied.
Multiplying a fitting’s finished weight by the rod price will not capture the full cost of producing and supplying that component.
Keep the specified alloy in the purchasing record
Material selection should follow the approved drawing and product requirements. A lower price in the table does not demonstrate that one brass grade can replace another.
For example, the Copper Development Association identifies C37700 as forging brass and lists hot forging, pressing and machining among its fabrication processes. This provides background on C37700; it does not establish equivalence with the other grades in the quotation.
An OEM purchasing record should identify the full alloy designation, applicable material standard, required supply condition and material documentation. Review any proposed substitution against the product’s material and performance requirements before approving it.
Three checks before approving an OEM or wholesale quotation
Brass hose barb fittings: compare the same connection specification
For brass hose barb fittings, compare offers against the same material grade, barb geometry, hose dimensions and threaded end. When sourcing a brass hose connector, ask the manufacturer to identify any differences in the drawing or surface finish that affect the price.
For brass air compressor fittings and other brass fittings and adapters, record the thread standard, nominal size, male or female connection and sealing arrangement. Use the air hose fitting size guide to distinguish thread size, coupling body size and hose diameter when preparing the enquiry.
Brass quick connect hose fittings: confirm the air-service configuration
For brass quick connect hose fittings intended for compressed-air service, request the pressure rating, temperature range and connection profile of the proposed configuration. Confirm the proposed coupler-and-plug combination with the supplier.
When an order for brass air hose fittings includes quick couplings, use the air coupler specification checklist to record the required performance data. A material name alone does not establish a component’s pressure rating or flow performance.
Wholesale orders: record price validity and delivery terms
When buying brass air fittings wholesale, ask the brass hose fittings supplier to state the quotation validity, quantity breaks, delivery schedule, packaging scope and agreed delivery terms.
For orders delivered in scheduled batches, confirm whether later releases retain the original price or require a new quotation. Keep these terms alongside the approved drawing and material specification so that competing offers cover the same purchasing requirements.
Frequently asked questions
Does this quotation show that brass hose fittings have become more expensive?
No. It shows one day’s brass rod prices without a historical comparison. Establishing an increase requires comparable quotations for the same grade, specification and transaction terms.
Can the rod price be used as the finished fitting price?
No. The figures are quoted per metric tonne of continuously cast round bar. Finished fittings need a separate quotation covering the specified component, manufacturing requirements and order conditions.
Can a cheaper brass grade replace the material on an OEM drawing?
Only after the proposed material change has been reviewed and approved against the product requirements. A shared “brass” description or a similar price does not establish equivalence.
Prepare an OEM brass hose fittings enquiry
To prepare an OEM brass hose fittings or wholesale purchasing enquiry, start with the relevant product family in AUTOWIN’s airline connectors and fittings range.
Send the drawing or sample reference, material requirement, thread and hose dimensions, operating conditions and quantity by size. Include the packaging requirements and target delivery schedule so the quotation can address the intended order.
Submit these details through the OEM and ODM project enquiry to discuss the proposed configuration and manufacturing requirements.
Editorial scope: This article interprets a dated supplier quotation for procurement planning. It does not forecast future metal prices or announce an AUTOWIN price adjustment.
