Steel springs trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in steel springs was worth $8.00 billion in 2024, about 1.66 million tonnes. That is an increase of 16% since 2017, and up 0% 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 | $8.00B | 1.66M t |
| 2023 | $7.97B | 1.57M t |
| 2022 | $7.83B | 1.60M t |
| 2021 | $7.91B | 1.66M t |
| 2020 | $6.38B | 1.42M t |
| 2019 | $7.15B | 1.62M t |
| 2018 | $7.47B | 1.69M t |
| 2017 | $6.89B | 1.64M t |
Top steel springs exporting countries
Germany is the largest exporter with 18% of world exports, followed by China and Mexico. The top three supply 41% between them, out of 189 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $1.47B | 18% |
| China | $988.3M | 12% |
| Mexico | $834.3M | 10% |
| United States | $786.8M | 9.8% |
| Japan | $381.9M | 4.8% |
| Poland | $313.1M | 3.9% |
| Czech Republic | $293.5M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $238.2M | 3% |
| Spain | $216.3M | 2.7% |
| France | $212.6M | 2.7% |
| Turkey | $176.5M | 2.2% |
| Canada | $167.4M | 2.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 18% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Mexico. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 33% across 219 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.44B | 18% |
| Germany | $608.2M | 7.6% |
| Mexico | $598.1M | 7.5% |
| Poland | $373.5M | 4.7% |
| China | $360.6M | 4.5% |
| Canada | $256.0M | 3.2% |
| Czech Republic | $241.3M | 3% |
| France | $206.8M | 2.6% |
| United Kingdom | $187.5M | 2.3% |
| Hungary | $175.7M | 2.2% |
| Italy | $170.6M | 2.1% |
| India | $161.9M | 2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $9.74 per kg and China $2.66 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 7320: Springs and leaves for springs, of iron or steel. HS 7320 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most steel springs?
Germany exported $1.47 billion in 2024, 18% of the world total, followed by China (12%) and Mexico (10%). In all, 189 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most steel springs?
The United States imported $1.44 billion in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and Mexico (7%). The top three importers together take 33%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in steel springs?
It was worth $8.00 billion in 2024, about 1.66 million tonnes. That is an increase of 16% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 189 countries reported exports and 219 reported imports.
What is the average price of steel springs per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $9.74 per kg and China $2.66 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 springs?
The HS code for steel springs is heading 7320, 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 7320 page.
How can I find steel springs buyers and suppliers?
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