Lead-coated steel sheet trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in lead-coated steel sheet was worth $171.3 million in 2024, about 185.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 207% since 2017, and up 23% 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 | $171.3M | 185.1K t |
| 2023 | $139.0M | 137.2K t |
| 2022 | $124.4M | 108.2K t |
| 2021 | $45.2M | 26.2K t |
| 2020 | $31.2M | 24.8K t |
| 2019 | $115.9M | 128.5K t |
| 2018 | $44.8M | 27.8K t |
| 2017 | $55.9M | 51.7K t |
Top lead-coated steel sheet exporting countries
Japan is the largest exporter with 55% of world exports, followed by South Korea and China. The top three supply 77% between them, out of 52 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $93.6M | 55% |
| South Korea | $30.0M | 18% |
| China | $7.7M | 4.5% |
| United States | $7.2M | 4.2% |
| Italy | $4.8M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $4.2M | 2.5% |
| Slovakia | $3.1M | 1.8% |
| Czech Republic | $2.9M | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $2.1M | 1.2% |
| France | $2.1M | 1.2% |
| Vietnam | $1.9M | 1.1% |
| Singapore | $1.4M | 0.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The Philippines is the biggest buyer with 71% of world imports, ahead of Spain and Mexico. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 87% across 113 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $122.0M | 71% |
| Spain | $22.5M | 13% |
| Mexico | $4.6M | 2.7% |
| Malaysia | $3.5M | 2% |
| Indonesia | $2.7M | 1.6% |
| Cambodia | $2.0M | 1.2% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 0.8% |
| Tanzania | $1.3M | 0.8% |
| Slovakia | $1.3M | 0.7% |
| Singapore | $1.2M | 0.7% |
| Ecuador | $1.2M | 0.7% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $795K | 0.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.93 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $3.92 per kg and China $0.61 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 7210.20: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with lead, including terne-plate. HS 7210 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most lead-coated steel sheet?
Japan exported $93.6 million in 2024, 55% of the world total, followed by South Korea (18%) and China (5%). In all, 52 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most lead-coated steel sheet?
The Philippines imported $122.0 million in 2024, 71% of world imports, ahead of Spain (13%) and Mexico (3%). The top three importers together take 87%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in lead-coated steel sheet?
It was worth $171.3 million in 2024, about 185.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 207% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 52 countries reported exports and 113 reported imports.
What is the average price of lead-coated steel sheet per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.93 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $3.92 per kg and China $0.61 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for lead-coated steel sheet?
The HS code for lead-coated steel sheet is subheading 7210.20, 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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