Steel drums exports from Jordan: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Jordan exported steel drums worth $21.8 million (7.7 thousand tonnes). Value fell 19% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $29.7 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21.8M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $26.8M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $29.7M | 7.3K t |
| 2021 | $15.8M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $12.9M | 3.3K t |
| 2019 | $28.1M | 9.3K t |
| 2018 | $16.2M | 7.8K t |
| 2017 | $7.8M | 5.9K t |
Where Jordan exports steel drums to
Saudi Arabia alone took 52% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Kuwait grew fastest (+179% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $11.3M | 52% |
| Egypt | $4.2M | 19% |
| Sri Lanka | $2.1M | 9.6% |
| Kuwait | $785K | 3.6% |
| Philippines | $646K | 3% |
| Lebanon | $599K | 2.8% |
| Italy | $507K | 2.3% |
| United States | $499K | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $269K | 1.2% |
| Indonesia | $245K | 1.1% |
Product types under HS 7310
| 7310.21 | Cans: which are to be closed by soldering or crimping, for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), less than 50l capacity, of iron or… | 55% |
| 7310.10 | Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), 50l or more capacity but not… | 34% |
| 7310.29 | Tanks, casks, drums, boxes and similar containers for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas) less than 50l capacity, n.e.c. in item no.… | 11% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 7310.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.84 per kg, 25% below the world average of $3.78, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel drums imports to Jordan
Imports of steel drums by Jordan reached $8.1 million in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Turkey (28%), China (20%), Israel (17%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+197% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $2.3M | 28% |
| China | $1.6M | 20% |
| Israel | $1.4M | 17% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.1M | 13% |
| Denmark | $735K | 9% |
| Italy | $312K | 3.8% |
| India | $169K | 2.1% |
| Greece | $114K | 1.4% |
| Egypt | $101K | 1.2% |
| Lebanon | $85K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Jordan?
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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 7310: Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), of iron or steel, capacity not exceeding 300l, whether or not lined or heat-insulated.
Common questions
What is the value of steel drums exported by Jordan?
Jordan exported steel drums worth $21.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 189 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel drums from Jordan?
Saudi Arabia was the largest buyer with 52% of the value ($11.3 million), followed by Egypt (19%) and Sri Lanka (10%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. Kuwait grew fastest among the top ten, up 179% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel drums per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.84 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $3.78 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have exports of steel drums from Jordan changed since 2017?
Exports went from $7.8 million in 2017 to $21.8 million in 2024, an increase of 178%. The peak was 2022 at $29.7 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does Jordan also import steel drums?
Yes. Jordan imported $8.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, China and Israel. On balance Jordan is a net exporter of this product, by about $13.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel drums?
The HS code for steel drums is heading 7310. In Jordan the largest six-digit codes were 7310.21 (55% of the value) and 7310.10 (34%). It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7310 page.
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