Welded alloy steel tube trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in welded alloy steel tube was worth $759.7 million in 2024, about 329.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 7% since 2017, and down 10% 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 | $759.7M | 329.1K t |
| 2023 | $842.0M | 338.3K t |
| 2022 | $952.3M | 369.9K t |
| 2021 | $807.0M | 343.5K t |
| 2020 | $694.2M | 303.3K t |
| 2019 | $799.3M | 359.8K t |
| 2018 | $832.7M | 374.9K t |
| 2017 | $710.6M | 334.4K t |
Top welded alloy steel tube exporting countries
Exports are led by Germany (17%), China (15%) and the United States (12%). 112 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 44%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $132.1M | 17% |
| China | $112.5M | 15% |
| United States | $90.5M | 12% |
| Switzerland | $70.2M | 9.2% |
| Japan | $67.4M | 8.9% |
| South Korea | $44.5M | 5.9% |
| Canada | $35.4M | 4.7% |
| Czech Republic | $28.2M | 3.7% |
| Italy | $20.8M | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $18.1M | 2.4% |
| Spain | $13.6M | 1.8% |
| Turkey | $11.3M | 1.5% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Mexico (17%), the United States (10%) and the Czech Republic (8%). 199 countries imported it, and the top three take 36% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $130.1M | 17% |
| United States | $78.8M | 10% |
| Czech Republic | $64.0M | 8.4% |
| Germany | $36.9M | 4.9% |
| Canada | $34.4M | 4.5% |
| China | $25.7M | 3.4% |
| Poland | $23.6M | 3.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $21.7M | 2.9% |
| Hungary | $18.8M | 2.5% |
| France | $16.0M | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $14.9M | 2% |
| Brazil | $14.1M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.31 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $4.13 per kg and China $1.36 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 7306.50: Steel, alloy: tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (other than stainless steel or seamless), welded, of circular cross-section, n.e.c. in chapter 73. HS 7306 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most welded alloy steel tube?
Germany exported $132.1 million in 2024, 17% of the world total, followed by China (15%) and the United States (12%). In all, 112 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most welded alloy steel tube?
Mexico imported $130.1 million in 2024, 17% of world imports, ahead of the United States (10%) and the Czech Republic (8%). The top three importers together take 36%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in welded alloy steel tube?
It was worth $759.7 million in 2024, about 329.1 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 7% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $952.3 million. 112 countries reported exports and 199 reported imports.
What is the average price of welded alloy steel tube per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.31 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $4.13 per kg and China $1.36 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for welded alloy steel tube?
The HS code for welded alloy steel tube is subheading 7306.50, 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 7306 page.
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