Steel sheet piling trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in steel sheet piling was worth $2.32 billion in 2024, about 2.54 million tonnes. That is an increase of 15% since 2017, and down 3% 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 | $2.32B | 2.54M t |
| 2023 | $2.40B | 2.09M t |
| 2022 | $2.56B | 2.13M t |
| 2021 | $2.24B | 2.14M t |
| 2020 | $1.91B | 2.25M t |
| 2019 | $1.97B | 2.24M t |
| 2018 | $2.36B | 2.65M t |
| 2017 | $2.02B | 2.43M t |
Top steel sheet piling exporting countries
Exports are led by China (37%), Luxembourg (21%) and the Czech Republic (4%). 124 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 62%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $847.6M | 37% |
| Luxembourg | $492.3M | 21% |
| Czech Republic | $102.5M | 4.4% |
| Poland | $88.1M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $74.1M | 3.2% |
| Netherlands | $58.3M | 2.5% |
| Japan | $57.4M | 2.5% |
| United States | $53.6M | 2.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $46.8M | 2% |
| Spain | $44.0M | 1.9% |
| Switzerland | $41.7M | 1.8% |
| Bahrain | $32.6M | 1.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The Philippines is the biggest buyer with 19% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 32% across 212 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $446.5M | 19% |
| Saudi Arabia | $159.5M | 6.9% |
| Germany | $131.0M | 5.7% |
| Netherlands | $125.0M | 5.4% |
| United States | $120.1M | 5.2% |
| United Kingdom | $91.7M | 4% |
| Italy | $89.5M | 3.9% |
| Taiwan | $75.1M | 3.2% |
| France | $66.6M | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $60.6M | 2.6% |
| Denmark | $58.7M | 2.5% |
| Hong Kong | $58.0M | 2.5% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.91 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $3.04 per kg and the Netherlands $0.31 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 7301: Iron or steel sheet piling, whether or not drilled, punched or made from assembled elements; welded angles, shapes and sections, of iron or steel. HS 7301 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most steel sheet piling?
China exported $847.6 million in 2024, 37% of the world total, followed by Luxembourg (21%) and the Czech Republic (4%). In all, 124 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most steel sheet piling?
The Philippines imported $446.5 million in 2024, 19% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia (7%) and Germany (6%). 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 steel sheet piling?
It was worth $2.32 billion in 2024, about 2.54 million tonnes. That is an increase of 15% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $2.56 billion. 124 countries reported exports and 212 reported imports.
What is the average price of steel sheet piling per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.91 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $3.04 per kg and the Netherlands $0.31 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 steel sheet piling?
The HS code for steel sheet piling is heading 7301, in chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 7301 page.
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