Nickel tubes trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in nickel tubes was worth $1.73 billion in 2024, about 33.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 110% since 2017, and up 8% 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 | $1.73B | 33.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.60B | 32.2K t |
| 2022 | $1.23B | 28.1K t |
| 2021 | $1.03B | 27.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.08B | 34.9K t |
| 2019 | $1.26B | 30.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.20B | 34.6K t |
| 2017 | $822.3M | 24.0K t |
Top nickel tubes exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 18% of world exports, followed by China and Germany. The top three supply 41% between them, out of 99 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $306.7M | 18% |
| China | $218.1M | 13% |
| Germany | $182.8M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $168.7M | 9.8% |
| Italy | $148.6M | 8.6% |
| Japan | $118.6M | 6.9% |
| France | $109.3M | 6.3% |
| Spain | $81.2M | 4.7% |
| Sweden | $65.9M | 3.8% |
| Canada | $58.4M | 3.4% |
| India | $29.0M | 1.7% |
| Austria | $26.6M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 17% of world imports, ahead of China and the United Arab Emirates. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 30% across 174 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $293.9M | 17% |
| China | $118.5M | 6.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $110.3M | 6.4% |
| India | $107.5M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $102.9M | 6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $80.1M | 4.6% |
| Italy | $68.6M | 4% |
| United Kingdom | $64.8M | 3.8% |
| France | $57.1M | 3.3% |
| South Korea | $56.5M | 3.3% |
| Canada | $54.6M | 3.2% |
| Qatar | $51.3M | 3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $51.41 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $108.32 per kg and Spain $28.44 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 7507: Nickel; tubes, pipes and tube or pipe fittings (e.g. couplings, elbows, sleeves). HS 7507 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most nickel tubes?
The United States exported $306.7 million in 2024, 18% of the world total, followed by China (13%) and Germany (11%). In all, 99 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most nickel tubes?
The United States imported $293.9 million in 2024, 17% of world imports, ahead of China (7%) and the United Arab Emirates (6%). The top three importers together take 30%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in nickel tubes?
It was worth $1.73 billion in 2024, about 33.6 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 110% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 99 countries reported exports and 174 reported imports.
What is the average price of nickel tubes per kg?
The world average declared value was about $51.41 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $108.32 per kg and Spain $28.44 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 nickel tubes?
The HS code for nickel tubes is heading 7507, in chapter 75 (nickel and articles thereof). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 7507 page.
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