Nippon Steel Corporation Announces Suspension of Delivery of Galvanized Steel Pipes

It has been discovered that the galvanized steel pipes processed at Kimitsu Works described below were insufficiently galvanized. As a result, we have suspended the delivery of those pipes from August 25, 2010:

• Galvanized steel pipes for ordinary water piping (SGPW);
• Unplasticized polyvinyl chloride lined steel pipes for water piping (SGP-VB);
• General piping pipes (ASTM A53SB/F, BS1387-H/M67) (Major destination: the Middle East)

We intend to review and, where necessary, improve the quality-assurance systems of the Nippon Steel Group in an attempt to prevent the recurrence of this situation and regain the confidence of our customers. We will continue to respond as appropriate regarding this situation.



For general inquiries:
Public Relations Center, General Administration Div.
Tel: 81-3-6867-2135, 2146, 2147

For customer inquiries:
Pipe & Tube Sales Div.
Tel: 81-3-6867-5790, 5737