Corrugated zinc-coated steel trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in corrugated zinc-coated steel was worth $511.1 million in 2024, about 586.6 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 8% since 2017, and down 34% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $511.1M | 586.6K t |
| 2023 | $768.7M | 792.7K t |
| 2022 | $945.4M | 695.4K t |
| 2021 | $866.4M | 749.8K t |
| 2020 | $687.0M | 1.60M t |
| 2019 | $879.5M | 918.6K t |
| 2018 | $775.0M | 813.4K t |
| 2017 | $555.8M | 1.06M t |
Top corrugated zinc-coated steel exporting countries
Exports are led by China (54%), Uganda (8%) and Honduras (4%). 118 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 66%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $275.7M | 54% |
| Uganda | $40.1M | 7.9% |
| Honduras | $19.8M | 3.9% |
| Tanzania | $16.9M | 3.3% |
| South Africa | $15.3M | 3% |
| Taiwan | $12.5M | 2.4% |
| El Salvador | $10.4M | 2% |
| Guatemala | $9.3M | 1.8% |
| Costa Rica | $8.6M | 1.7% |
| India | $8.2M | 1.6% |
| Nepal | $7.4M | 1.5% |
| New Zealand | $6.7M | 1.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Djibouti is the biggest buyer with 10% of world imports, ahead of Nigeria and Peru. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 25% across 204 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Djibouti | $52.4M | 10% |
| Nigeria | $38.9M | 7.6% |
| Peru | $35.4M | 6.9% |
| Tanzania | $35.0M | 6.9% |
| DR Congo | $26.3M | 5.2% |
| Nicaragua | $18.9M | 3.7% |
| Guatemala | $18.8M | 3.7% |
| Philippines | $17.9M | 3.5% |
| Singapore | $16.6M | 3.3% |
| Venezuela | $15.1M | 3% |
| Somalia | $14.6M | 2.9% |
| Ghana | $12.8M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Africa averaged $1.29 per kg and China $0.77 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 7210.41: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, corrugated, plated or coated with zinc (not electrolytically). HS 7210 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most corrugated zinc-coated steel?
China exported $275.7 million in 2024, 54% of the world total, followed by Uganda (8%) and Honduras (4%). In all, 118 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most corrugated zinc-coated steel?
Djibouti imported $52.4 million in 2024, 10% of world imports, ahead of Nigeria (8%) and Peru (7%). The top three importers together take 25%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in corrugated zinc-coated steel?
It was worth $511.1 million in 2024, about 586.6 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 8% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $945.4 million. 118 countries reported exports and 204 reported imports.
What is the average price of corrugated zinc-coated steel per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Africa averaged $1.29 per kg and China $0.77 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for corrugated zinc-coated steel?
The HS code for corrugated zinc-coated steel is subheading 7210.41, in chapter 72 (iron and steel). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 7210 page.
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