Most buyers in chemical plants go with the zinc-plated finish because of that it handles moisture better than plain steel, and we've seen orders for the 12.9 grade double in the last year or so.

Sizes run form 0.7mm to 36mm, and a 6-piece set of the 8.8 grade in black oxide will typically run you about $12-18 depending on quantity—it's basically the sweet spot for general machinery work.

Lead time on standdard sizes is usually 2-3 weeks for a pallet order, but the 10.9 and 12.9 grades take longer (check stock first) since they're heat-treated differently.
We don't recommend plain surfce for any chemical exposure—it's fine for dry assembly but will rust fast if you're near acids or salt spray, no way around that.

Bulk pricing kicks in at 500 units or so, and the 5L drum of mixed sizes is easier to handle than individual packs; just confirm your MOQ with us before quoting.

One thing buyers don't always ask about is teh chamfer on the short end—it's actually tighter than most generic keys, which saves time when you're working in tight spots.
We offer grades 4.8, 5.8, 8.8, 10.9, and 12.9 for high carbon steel. For stainless steel, it's A2-70 and A4-70.
Yes, we carry ISO9001, CE, SGS, and RoHS certifications. We can provide copies if you need them for your compliance checks.
MOQ depends on size and surface treatment, but typically starts at 500 pieces per size. For custom orders, we can discuss lower quantities.
We can do custom surface treatments like plain, black, zinc, or nickel plating, but sizes outside 0.7mm to 36mm need a special production run. Just let us know the specifics.
We pack them in cartons with inner boxes or polybags, depending on your preference. Lead time is usually 15-25 days after order confirmation.