Wire articles trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in wire articles was worth $3.60 billion in 2024, about 1.41 million tonnes. That is an increase of 28% since 2017, and up 1% 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 | $3.60B | 1.41M t |
| 2023 | $3.57B | 1.20M t |
| 2022 | $4.01B | 1.35M t |
| 2021 | $3.71B | 1.38M t |
| 2020 | $2.84B | 1.20M t |
| 2019 | $3.05B | 1.23M t |
| 2018 | $3.05B | 1.13M t |
| 2017 | $2.81B | 1.16M t |
Top wire articles exporting countries
Exports are led by China (35%), Germany (7%) and the Czech Republic (6%). 177 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 48%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.28B | 36% |
| Germany | $255.9M | 7.1% |
| Czech Republic | $210.8M | 5.9% |
| Poland | $148.5M | 4.1% |
| Italy | $146.9M | 4.1% |
| United States | $141.7M | 3.9% |
| Mexico | $118.6M | 3.3% |
| Canada | $101.2M | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $89.4M | 2.5% |
| Belgium | $86.7M | 2.4% |
| France | $86.6M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $83.1M | 2.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (15%), Germany (8%) and France (5%). 222 countries imported it, and the top three take 28% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $538.9M | 15% |
| Germany | $273.8M | 7.6% |
| France | $190.8M | 5.3% |
| Vietnam | $175.0M | 4.9% |
| Japan | $140.4M | 3.9% |
| United Kingdom | $111.6M | 3.1% |
| Canada | $107.9M | 3% |
| Poland | $103.1M | 2.9% |
| Mexico | $102.8M | 2.9% |
| Malaysia | $93.3M | 2.6% |
| Australia | $93.0M | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $87.3M | 2.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.55 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $4.16 per kg and China $1.98 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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The shipment records behind Wire articles (HS 7326.20) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 7326.20: Iron or steel: wire articles. HS 7326 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most wire articles?
China exported $1.28 billion in 2024, 35% of the world total, followed by Germany (7%) and the Czech Republic (6%). In all, 177 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most wire articles?
The United States imported $538.9 million in 2024, 15% of world imports, ahead of Germany (8%) and France (5%). The top three importers together take 28%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in wire articles?
It was worth $3.60 billion in 2024, about 1.41 million tonnes. That is an increase of 28% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $4.01 billion. 177 countries reported exports and 222 reported imports.
What is the average price of wire articles per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.55 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $4.16 per kg and China $1.98 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 wire articles?
The HS code for wire articles is subheading 7326.20, 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 7326 page.
How can I find wire articles buyers and suppliers?
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