Strange how steel plate has a distinct smell

We purchase Q&T (Quenched and Tempered) steel plate from Belgium.
Every time I Oxy cut it, or separate the sheets, there is a very distinctive smell to it.
I wonder if this is what Belgium smells like 🤔

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DeWayfarer · 61-69, M

Only can say my own experiences.

Once worked in a rebar storage facility. The oil they use on the rebar gave the whole place the smell of the oil.

We at times had to move the rebar by hand when the bands holding them busted.

So you went home smelling like that oil.

Gusman · 61-69, M

@DeWayfarer This is the only steel plate we use that has a very distinctive smell. 🤷‍♂️

DeWayfarer · 61-69, M

@Gusman different countries I suspect do things different ways.

Why I can only give my own experiences. USA still uses USA foundries.