VG2 steel, developed by Takefu Special Steel Co., Ltd., is a high-quality stainless steel for cutlery and food processing equipment. It balances corrosion resistance, edge retention, and ease of sharpening, ideal for thin blades. Composed of 0.6-0.7% carbon, 13-15% chromium, and 0.1-0.2% molybdenum, VG2 steel offers superior stainless properties and corrosion resistance. Its refined low-impurity raw materials improve flexibility, yield point, and impact strength.
With 58-59 HRC hardness, VG2 steel provides necessary hardness and abrasion resistance while maintaining toughness. It's well-suited for food processing machines and thin-blade implements requiring balanced sharpness, durability, and corrosion resistance. Although VG2 has lower edge retention than VG10, its affordability makes it attractive for manufacturers producing high-quality, stainless steel blades at competitive costs, popular for various cutlery and food processing applications.