Stainless seamless drill pipe trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in stainless seamless drill pipe was worth $105.0 million in 2024, about 26.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 21% since 2017, and down 38% 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 | $105.0M | 26.1K t |
| 2023 | $169.6M | 36.0K t |
| 2022 | $156.6M | 64.0K t |
| 2021 | $245.1M | 158.1K t |
| 2020 | $121.3M | 44.3K t |
| 2019 | $111.2M | 56.7K t |
| 2018 | $117.6M | 44.7K t |
| 2017 | $132.8M | 39.8K t |
Top stainless seamless drill pipe exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 19% of world exports, followed by Mexico and China. The top three supply 52% between them, out of 79 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $19.5M | 19% |
| Mexico | $18.0M | 17% |
| China | $16.9M | 16% |
| Norway | $6.6M | 6.3% |
| Japan | $3.8M | 3.7% |
| Malaysia | $3.5M | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $3.4M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $3.4M | 3.2% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 3.1% |
| France | $2.8M | 2.6% |
| Denmark | $2.7M | 2.5% |
| Netherlands | $2.1M | 2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Guyana is the biggest buyer with 18% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom and Singapore. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 32% across 143 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Guyana | $18.5M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $7.7M | 7.4% |
| Singapore | $6.9M | 6.6% |
| Azerbaijan | $5.0M | 4.7% |
| Angola | $4.6M | 4.4% |
| India | $4.6M | 4.4% |
| Malaysia | $3.9M | 3.8% |
| Egypt | $3.5M | 3.4% |
| Norway | $3.2M | 3% |
| Nigeria | $3.0M | 2.8% |
| Indonesia | $2.9M | 2.8% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.02 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Norway averaged $18.19 per kg and Malaysia $2.06 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 7304.22: Steel, stainless: seamless, drill pipe, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas. HS 7304 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most stainless seamless drill pipe?
The United States exported $19.5 million in 2024, 19% of the world total, followed by Mexico (17%) and China (16%). In all, 79 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most stainless seamless drill pipe?
Guyana imported $18.5 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of the United Kingdom (7%) and Singapore (7%). The top three importers together take 32%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in stainless seamless drill pipe?
It was worth $105.0 million in 2024, about 26.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 21% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $245.1 million. 79 countries reported exports and 143 reported imports.
What is the average price of stainless seamless drill pipe per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.02 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Norway averaged $18.19 per kg and Malaysia $2.06 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for stainless seamless drill pipe?
The HS code for stainless seamless drill pipe is subheading 7304.22, in chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 7304 page.
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