EPDs for Hot Rolled Steel Sections in the United States
The 2026 market for hot rolled structural sections is active and competitive, with fresh declarations arriving and a meaningful wave of renewals due late in the year. If you make wide flange beams, W shapes, H shapes, channels, or similar structural sections, this guide shows who publishes, which rulebooks they use, and when key expiries hit so you can plan your next move in 2026.
Hot rolled sections in a nutshell
Hot rolled structural steel sections cover the familiar workhorses of steel frames. Think W shapes and H shapes for beams and columns, plus channels and angles. When a project team needs reliable carbon data, a product specific EPD puts your section into contention without forcing buyers to use conservative default factors that can penalize selection.
The 2026 snapshot by the numbers
Over the last five years in the United States, we see 19 current EPDs for hot rolled sections. These were published by 6 manufacturers through 4 program operators and based on 4 distinct PCRs. The latest release in the set landed on Dec 19, 2025 with Nucor Yamato Hot Rolled Structural Steel Sections under Smart EPD LLC using Smart EPD Part B v3.0, which runs through Dec 19, 2030.
Issuance cadence since 2021
A steady drumbeat tells you when competitors tend to publish and when renewals cluster.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 4 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 4 |
Two patterns emerge. First, 2021 saw a push that comes due in late 2026. Second, new work continued in 2024 and 2025, which keeps several declarations fresh through 2029 and 2030.
Who is publishing EPDs
Six manufacturers appear in the United States dataset for hot rolled sections. Gerdau Long Steel leads by count with 8 EPDs. Nucor follows with 6. Steel Dynamics Inc. has 2. Three more are present with one each, American Institute of Steel Construction, Hyundai Steel, and MAPEI. The spread signals an active category where product specific declarations are now a basic expectation rather than a nice to have.
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Where EPDs are published
Four program operators carry the current set. SCS Global Services accounts for 12 EPDs across 2 manufacturers. Smart EPD LLC carries 3 across 2 manufacturers and hosted the newest entry in Dec 2025. ASTM International lists 2 EPDs linked to a single manufacturer. EPD International AB also lists 2 EPDs across 2 manufacturers. Concentration under SCS suggests a few producers issued multi plant or multi product families there, while Smart EPD is gaining traction for new structural steel work. Diversity is healthy since multiple competitors use more than one operator, which makes selection familiar to specifiers.
The rulebooks in play, and what that means
Four PCR lines appear. The workhorse has been Part B for Designated Steel Construction Products with 14 EPDs that mostly expire in late 2026 and late 2029. Two EN 15804 options show up from EPD International AB, with versions 1.3.3 and 1.3.4 used for single declarations that expire in Nov 2028 and Jun 2030. The newest addition is Smart EPD Part B v3.0 with 3 EPDs that run through late 2030. If you are entering the category in 2026, aim for a PCR version with the longest practical runway, then align your operator choice with where your peers publish so buyers can compare like for like.
Expiry watch, 2026 through 2030
Renewal timing is the quiet edge in bids. Here is the forward view based on current expiries.
• 2026 shows 8 expiries clustered on Dec 9 from Part B for Designated Steel Construction Products.
• 2027 shows 2 expiries on Jun 30 from the same Part B family.
• 2028 shows 1 expiry on Nov 22 from EPD International 2019:14 version 1.3.3.
• 2029 shows 4 expiries on Dec 19 from Part B for Designated Steel Construction Products.
• 2030 shows 4 expiries. One is on Jun 1 from EPD International 2019:14 version 1.3.4. Three are from Smart EPD Part B v3.0 ranging from Oct 14 to Dec 19.
If your declarations land near those cluster dates, plan verification slots early so you do not hit a holiday bottleneck. Buyers rarely track vintage day by day, yet an EPD that falls out of validity right before a bid set can still cost you a spot.
The newest release worth noting
The most recent addition in the United States is Nucor Yamato Hot Rolled Structural Steel Sections, issued on Dec 19, 2025 by Smart EPD LLC under Smart EPD Part B v3.0, with validity through Dec 19, 2030. Fresh entries like this tell you where program operator preferences are trending for structural shapes.
How many rely on an EPD service provider
Fifteen of the nineteen declarations involved an external EPD consultant or service provider. That is most of the field, and it matches what we see across heavy materials where data wrangling spans melt, casting, rolling, utilities, and scrap flows. If you want to move faster with less internal drag, working with an experienced EPD service provider like Parq keeps your R and D and plant teams focused on production while the documentation gets done. We prioritize speed, ease, quality and completeness rather than bargain pricing, which pays off when the EPD helps you win specifications that would otherwise stay out of reach.
What this means for teams building a 2026 plan
If you are new to EPDs for hot rolled sections, start with the PCR choice. Scan your closest competitors and match the most used PCR in this category, then pick a program operator that buyers in your region already trust. If you are renewing, check whether a newer PCR version such as Smart EPD Part B v3.0 is available and offers a longer runway. Either way, line up metering, scrap accounting, and mill allocation data early. A product specific EPD is often the difference between being seriously considered or forcing a project to use generic factors that hurt your competitiveness.
Need the underlying dataset or a quick read on PCR fit
This article is based on the global public registry most architects and specifiers consult. Because of loading delays, some EPDs issued in the last half of 2025 might not appear yet. If you want the full, up to date background dataset used here, or a free ten minute take on the best fit PCR for your next EPD based on the competitive landscape, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a message. I am more than happy to help, answer questions, or hop on a quick call. Small enviromental decisions early can save weeks later.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many current EPDs exist for hot rolled sections in the United States over the last five years?
There are 19 current EPDs in this category.
Which manufacturers have the most EPDs for hot rolled sections in the United States?
Gerdau Long Steel leads with 8 EPDs, followed by Nucor with 6. Steel Dynamics Inc. has 2, while American Institute of Steel Construction, Hyundai Steel, and MAPEI each have 1.
Which program operators are most used for hot rolled section EPDs in the United States?
SCS Global Services hosts 12 EPDs across 2 manufacturers. Smart EPD LLC lists 3 EPDs across 2 manufacturers. ASTM International and EPD International AB each list 2 EPDs.
What PCRs are most common for these EPDs, and when do they expire?
The Part B PCR for Designated Steel Construction Products covers 14 EPDs with expiries concentrated in Dec 2026 and Dec 2029. EPD International 2019:14 versions 1.3.3 and 1.3.4 appear once each, expiring Nov 22, 2028 and Jun 1, 2030. Smart EPD Part B v3.0 appears 3 times with expiries between Oct 14 and Dec 19, 2030.
When do the largest expiry clusters occur for hot rolled section EPDs in the United States?
Eight EPDs expire on Dec 9, 2026. Smaller clusters appear on Jun 30, 2027, Dec 19, 2029, and several dates in Q4 2030.
About the Author
With a passion for sustainability and a love for complex data, Toby helps manufacturers efficiently collect data from across their organization and get their EPDs done right. He’s especially interested in how AI can support human expertise, helping R&D and factory teams work faster, smarter, and with less friction.
