ZCC·CT Carbide Inserts: Zhuzhou Cemented Carbide, 30–50% Lower Cost than OEM
2003-founded Chinese manufacturer of turning, milling, drilling, threading, and grooving inserts. ISO 9001 certified. In stock at CNCHome-Beyond Hangzhou warehouse, ships in 3-7 days.
About ZCC·CT
ZCC Cutting Tools (ZCC·CT) is a Chinese manufacturer of tungsten carbide cutting tools, founded in 2003 as a subsidiary of Zhuzhou Cemented Carbide Group (ZCC). ZCC is one of the largest cemented carbide producers in China, and ZCC·CT focuses specifically on indexable inserts for turning, milling, drilling, and grooving. The brand is recognized for its YB-series grade family, the competitive pricing in Asia-Pacific markets, and the growing acceptance in global tier-1 OEM supply chains.
CNCHome-Beyond (Super Industrial Trading) is an authorized distributor of genuine ZCC·CT inserts. Every ZCC·CT product we ship is sourced directly from ZCC·CT China and traceable by lot number, so you get original Chinese carbide quality at 30-50% below the OEM list price, with consolidated shipping from our Hangzhou warehouse.
- 1954 — Zhuzhou Cemented Carbide Group (ZCC) founded in Zhuzhou, China
- 2003 — ZCC·CT founded as the cutting tools subsidiary of ZCC
- 2010s — Expanded indexable insert portfolio for global export
- 2018 — Achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification across all production lines
- Today — Top 5 Chinese carbide insert brand; growing presence in tier-1 OEM supply chains
Browse the full ZCC·CT product catalog on our store, or request a free ZCC·CT PDF catalog.
ZCC·CT Product Lines
ZCC·CT's mega menu on cnchome-beyond groups its indexable inserts into six product lines, including a dedicated drill line (uncommon for Chinese brands). All families share the same Chinese production line, ISO 9001 quality system, and the proprietary YB-series CVD/PVD coating technology.
Positive Turning Inserts
CCMT, DCMT, RCMT, TCMT, VCMT-style 7-degree clearance inserts with a hole for top clamp. Best for small parts, slender shafts, and finishing operations. Available in YB-series grades with chipbreakers for roughing, semi-finishing, and finishing.
Negative Turning Inserts
CNMG, WNMG, DNMG, TNMG, VNMG, SNMG-style 0-degree clearance inserts with strong edge geometry. Best for OD turning, facing, profiling, copy turning, and heavy roughing. The workhorse of ZCC·CT's turning line.
Grooving Inserts
GMM, GFM-style inserts for face grooving, OD grooving, internal grooving, and parting off. Widths from 1.0 mm to 6.0 mm with rigid clamping for chatter-free cuts.
Drill Inserts
SPGT-style peripheral and central indexable drill inserts for ZCC·CT U-Drills and Top-Drill systems. Hole diameters from 13 mm to 50 mm with cutting depths up to 5×D. A direct alternative to Sandvik 880 and Mitsubishi UAX at 30-50% below OEM price.
Threading Inserts
Partial-profile and full-profile threading inserts (16ER / 16IR / 11ER / 11IR series) for metric, UNC, UNF, BSPT, NPT, and trapezoidal threads. Available in both external and internal geometries.
Milling Inserts
APMT, LPMH-style inserts for face milling, shoulder milling, profile milling, and high-feed milling. Compatible with ZCC·CT standard tool bodies.
Not sure which insert fits your setup? Try the Insert Grade Cross-Reference Tool to look up a specific ZCC·CT grade or find a cross to a Mitsubishi / Sandvik / Kyocera grade.
Popular ZCC·CT Grades
ZCC·CT grade families use the YB prefix, with the middle digit hinting at the application: YBCxxx (steel P-grade CVD), YBDxxx (cast iron K-grade CVD), YBGxxx (universal PVD), and YCxxx (cermet). Here are the most-requested grades stocked at CNCHome-Beyond:
Need a grade not listed? Use the Mitsubishi Grade Cross-Reference Tool or the general cross-reference to look up any ZCC·CT grade, or chat on WhatsApp for a 24-hour recommendation from our engineers.
Why Source ZCC·CT from CNCHome-Beyond
100% Original Production
Every insert ships with full lot traceability documentation. We do not sell relabeled or refurbished tools.
30–50% Lower than OEM List
Direct-from-factory pricing plus our Hangzhou warehouse consolidation. Same insert, lower invoice, no middleman markup.
Stock & Fast Ship
Most popular CNMG, WNMG, DNMG, TNMG, APMT, threading, and grooving geometries are stocked in Hangzhou. DHL / UPS / FedEx 3–7 day delivery to 50+ countries.
24h Engineering Support
Send us your workpiece material, machine, and cutting parameters — our specialists recommend the right ZCC·CT grade and chipbreaker within one business day.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ZCC·CT as good as Sandvik, Mitsubishi, or Iscar?
ZCC·CT is a top-5 Chinese carbide insert brand with growing acceptance in global tier-1 OEM supply chains. Many ZCC·CT grades are direct equivalents to Sandvik GC4325, Mitsubishi US7020, and Iscar IC8150 in steel and cast iron. Use our cross-reference tools to compare specific grades.
Where are ZCC·CT inserts made?
All genuine ZCC·CT inserts are manufactured in China (ZCC·CT, headquartered in Zhuzhou, Hunan Province, with major production in Zhuzhou). Products sold on CNCHome-Beyond are sourced directly from ZCC·CT China with full lot traceability.
What is the difference between ZCC and ZCC·CT?
ZCC (Zhuzhou Cemented Carbide Group) is the parent company, one of the largest cemented carbide producers in China. ZCC·CT (ZCC Cutting Tools) is the cutting tools subsidiary founded in 2003 that focuses on indexable inserts. ZCC·CT products are sold under the ZCC·CT brand globally.
What is the smallest order I can place?
For sample evaluation, you can order 5 to 10 pieces per item. Mixed SKUs are allowed in a single shipment. Production orders of 1,000+ pieces qualify for additional volume pricing.
Do you carry the full ZCC·CT catalog?
We stock the most popular CNMG, WNMG, DNMG, TNMG, VNMG, SNMG, APMT, LPMH, threading, and grooving geometries. For less common items, lead time from ZCC·CT China is typically 1 to 2 weeks via air or sea freight.
What is the warranty on ZCC·CT inserts?
All ZCC·CT products carry ZCC·CT's standard 6-month manufacturing warranty plus CNCHome-Beyond's 6-month quality guarantee. If an insert fails under normal recommended cutting parameters, we replace or credit.
Get a ZCC·CT Quote
Send us your insert grade, geometry, and quantity — our engineering team replies within 24 hours with stock availability and pricing.