Steel structural sections trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in steel structural sections was worth $66.59 billion in 2024, about 26.74 million tonnes. That is an increase of 43% since 2017, and up 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 | $66.59B | 26.74M t |
| 2023 | $64.67B | 23.93M t |
| 2022 | $62.69B | 24.22M t |
| 2021 | $56.57B | 24.92M t |
| 2020 | $46.80B | 22.13M t |
| 2019 | $50.23B | 23.43M t |
| 2018 | $49.74B | 23.02M t |
| 2017 | $46.48B | 22.80M t |
Top steel structural sections exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 30% of world exports, followed by Germany and Poland. The top three supply 43% between them, out of 206 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $19.94B | 30% |
| Germany | $5.52B | 8.3% |
| Poland | $3.36B | 5.1% |
| Turkey | $2.79B | 4.2% |
| Spain | $2.48B | 3.7% |
| Italy | $2.04B | 3.1% |
| India | $1.79B | 2.7% |
| Mexico | $1.74B | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $1.73B | 2.6% |
| Canada | $1.70B | 2.6% |
| Austria | $1.48B | 2.2% |
| South Korea | $1.45B | 2.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 14% of world imports, ahead of Germany and France. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 25% across 224 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $9.16B | 14% |
| Germany | $4.68B | 7% |
| France | $3.04B | 4.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2.74B | 4.1% |
| South Korea | $2.01B | 3% |
| Netherlands | $1.86B | 2.8% |
| Japan | $1.83B | 2.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.65B | 2.5% |
| Australia | $1.58B | 2.4% |
| Canada | $1.55B | 2.3% |
| Austria | $1.29B | 1.9% |
| Indonesia | $1.25B | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.49 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $3.60 per kg and China $1.81 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 7308: Structures of iron or steel and parts thereof; plates, rods, angles, shapes, sections, tubes and the like, prepared for use in structures. HS 7308 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most steel structural sections?
China exported $19.94 billion in 2024, 30% of the world total, followed by Germany (8%) and Poland (5%). In all, 206 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most steel structural sections?
The United States imported $9.16 billion in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of Germany (7%) and France (5%). The top three importers together take 25%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in steel structural sections?
It was worth $66.59 billion in 2024, about 26.74 million tonnes. That is an increase of 43% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 206 countries reported exports and 224 reported imports.
What is the average price of steel structural sections per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.49 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $3.60 per kg and China $1.81 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 structural sections?
The HS code for steel structural sections is heading 7308, 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 7308 page.
How can I find steel structural sections buyers and suppliers?
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