Why We Trust Korean Stainless Steel [1]

Part 1 — The Pride of Korean Craft: POSCO Stainless Steel

대한민국 기업 중 가장 강인한 이미지의 '포스코'

POSCO’s award-winning 430RE stainless steel represents Korean craftsmanship at its finest - durable, pure, and beautifully timeless. Discover why Kopot trusts POSCO steel for premium cookware that lasts.

When we choose the materials that touch our food, trust matters. Every pot, pan, and polished surface in your kitchen begins with something invisible yet essential - the quality of the steel itself. 

In South Korea, that story begins with world-leading innovators like POSCO and Hyundai Steel, companies whose technologies have reshaped industries from construction to high-end cookware.

Founded in 1968, POSCO (Pohang Iron & Steel Company) has consistently ranked among the world’s top five steelmakers. In 2022, the company received the Best Technology Award at the International Stainless Steel Industry Awards for its breakthrough material, 430RE stainless steel. Originally designed for high-speed washing machines - where heat, humidity, and mechanical stress demand extreme endurance - POSCO’s stainless steel offers exceptional corrosion resistance, and formability. These same qualities make it ideal for cookware that faces daily exposure to heat, moisture, acid and salt.

What sets POSCO steel apart is its clean composition and electrolytic surface treatment, which ensures superior hygiene and long-lasting shine without the need for chemical coatings. For over a decade, POSCO has been recognized by organizations such as the World Steel Association for its sustainability programs, clean production processes, and innovation in materials that combine strength, safety, and aesthetics.

At Kopot, we choose cookware crafted from POSCO stainless steel because it represents the pinnacle of modern metallurgy - a perfect balance between performance and peace of mind.