As a representative alloy of the 3000 series aluminum-manganese alloys, 3003 is one of the most widely used anti-rust aluminum alloys worldwide. By adding manganese to pure aluminum, it achieves an excellent balance between strength and corrosion resistance.3003 aluminum sheet uses aluminu
As a representative alloy of the 3000 series aluminum-manganese alloys, 3003 is one of the most widely used anti-rust aluminum alloys worldwide. By adding manganese to pure aluminum, it achieves an excellent balance between strength and corrosion resistance.
3003 aluminum sheet uses aluminum as its base metal, with a small amount of manganese (Mn) as the primary alloying element. It is a versatile, medium-strength aluminum sheet material widely used in industrial applications due to its well-balanced overall properties.
Compared with pure aluminum alloys in the 1xxx series, 3003 aluminum sheet maintains good formability and corrosion resistance while offering significantly improved strength. It is widely used in architectural decoration, chemical equipment, transportation, and general industrial applications, making it one of the most commonly used basic aluminum alloys in engineering design.
HAOMEI Aluminum produces extra-wide and extra-thick 3003 aluminum sheets with internal stress relieved to prevent deformation after cutting. The maximum width is 2,650 mm, and the maximum thickness is 500 mm.

The typical chemical composition of 3003 aluminum sheet consists mainly of aluminum, with manganese content of approximately 1.0–1.5%. The addition of manganese effectively improves tensile strength and fatigue resistance without significantly reducing the material’s ductility or corrosion resistance.
This alloy design strengthens the material without sacrificing processability, enabling 3003 aluminum sheet to provide both strength and formability in practical applications.
| Element | Si | Fe | Cu | Mn | Mg | Zn | Other | Al |
| 3003 | ≤0.60 | ≤0.70 | 0.05–0.20 | 1.0–1.5 | - | ≤0.10 | ≤0.15 | remainder |
3003 aluminum sheet can be supplied in a range of tempers through cold working and annealing processes to meet different fabrication requirements.
3003-O Temper
Offers the best ductility and is suitable for complex forming operations, including deep drawing, stretching, and bending.
3003-H12 / H14
Provides medium strength with a balance of rigidity and formability. Commonly used for decorative panels and structural housings.
3003-H18
Offers relatively high strength and is suitable for flat components or parts requiring tighter deformation control.
| Temper | O, H12, H14, H16, H18, H19, H22, H24 |
| Thickness | 0.2–50 mm |
| Width | 100–2,600 mm |
| Length | 500–10,000 mm |
| Surface finish | Mill finish, polished, brushed, hairline, sandblasted, embossed, etched, etc. |
| Finish | Rolled finish or customer-specific surface treatment |
| Coatings for aluminum sheet/plate | PVC coating, color coating, polyester coating, PVDF coating, polyurethane coating, and epoxy coating |
| Type | Hot-rolled (HR) or cold-rolled (CR) sheet |
| MOQ | 1–3 tons |
Physical and Mechanical Properties
| Property | 3003-O | 3003-H14 | 3003-H22 |
| Shear Strength | 75 MPa | 96 MPa | 81 MPa |
| Tensile Strength | 40–110 MPa | 130–160 MPa | 94–140 MPa |
| Elastic Modulus | 70 GPa | 70 GPa | 70 GPa |
| Brinell Hardness | 28 HB | 42 HB | 37 HB |
| Elongation | 28% | 8% | 8% |
Outstanding Anti-Rust Performance: 3003 is a true "anti-rust aluminum" alloy. It performs very reliably in humid environments, atmospheric conditions, and certain mildly acidic or alkaline media.
Excellent Deep Drawing and Formability: It is an ideal material for spinning and deep-drawing applications. Whether it is formed into rounded cookware or bent into complex piping components, 3003 aluminum can maintain a smooth surface without cracking.
Easy Welding: 3003 aluminum sheet is easy to weld. Gas welding, arc welding, and resistance welding can all be used, producing reliable weld strength.
Surface-Treatment Friendly: 3003 aluminum sheet is highly compatible with anodizing, painting, spraying, and coating processes, allowing attractive and durable surface finishes.
Good Balance Between Cost and Performance: Where very high strength is not required, 3003 aluminum sheet provides excellent cost performance and is a preferred material for general industrial applications.
Kitchen Applications: Cookware, pots, pressure cooker liners, rice cooker inner pots, and related products.
Transportation Applications: Automotive fuel tanks, truck fuel tanks, power-battery housings, and refrigerated container linings.
Building Exterior Applications: Color-coated aluminum coils, architectural curtain walls, and aluminum honeycomb panel substrates.
Chemical and Storage/Transportation Applications: Pressure vessels, liquid transfer pipes, storage tanks, and pressure tanks.

3003 Hot-Rolled Aluminum Sheet
3003 Cold-Rolled Aluminum Sheet
3003 Color-Coated Aluminum Sheet
3003 Aluminum Tread Plate / Embossed Aluminum Sheet

A93003 Aluminum Sheet | 3003 Aluminum Alloy Sheet | 3003 Aluminum Plate |
Aluminum A93003 Sheet | 3003 H14 Aluminum Sheet | 3003 H24 Aluminum Sheet |
ASME SB209 Aluminum 3003 Plain Sheet | 3003 H22 Aluminum Sheet | 3003 Hot-Rolled Aluminum Sheet |
3003 Industrial Aluminum Sheet | 3003 H22 Cold-Rolled Aluminum Sheet | 3003 Aluminum Alloy Cold-Forming Sheet |
3003 Aluminum sheet
3003 mainly contains manganese. It focuses on formability and corrosion resistance.
3004 Aluminum sheet
3004 contains manganese plus magnesium (Mg). It offers higher strength and is commonly used for beverage can bodies.
Conclusion
If your product requires greater load-bearing capacity, choose 3004 aluminum sheet. If you prioritize better drawing performance and cost efficiency, 3003 aluminum sheet is the ideal choice.
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We support customized products based on specific customer requirements, including thickness, width, length, and temper. Sample services are available, including A4-size samples for testing.
We can meet personalized processing and application requirements, undertake large-volume and export orders, and provide quotations in RMB or foreign currencies.
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With many years of aluminum-processing experience, HAOMEI Aluminum is equipped with advanced production and inspection equipment. Strict quality control is implemented throughout the entire process, from raw-material procurement to finished-product shipment.
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