Alloy steel bar (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported alloy steel bar (other) worth $17.1 million (5.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 194 countries. Value fell 16% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17.1M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $20.4M | 5.7K t |
| 2022 | $13.6M | 4.3K t |
| 2021 | $11.1M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $8.9M | 1.8K t |
| 2018 | $8.6M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $6.5M | 1.7K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports alloy steel bar (other) from
The largest suppliers were Taiwan (25%), France (16%), Italy (16%). Among the main suppliers, Austria grew fastest (+66% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $4.3M | 25% |
| France | $2.8M | 16% |
| Italy | $2.7M | 16% |
| United States | $1.6M | 9.1% |
| Austria | $1.5M | 8.6% |
| Romania | $1.1M | 6.2% |
| China | $1.0M | 5.9% |
| Germany | $650K | 3.8% |
| India | $404K | 2.4% |
| Bulgaria | $231K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.44 per kg, 37% above the world average of $2.52. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Alloy steel bar (other) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported alloy steel bar (other) worth $5.8 million (506 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Singapore (21%), United States (14%), Indonesia (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $1.2M | 21% |
| United States | $826K | 14% |
| Indonesia | $369K | 6.4% |
| France | $369K | 6.4% |
| India | $318K | 5.5% |
| Philippines | $288K | 5% |
| Italy | $249K | 4.3% |
| Turkey | $244K | 4.2% |
| Netherlands | $188K | 3.3% |
| Norway | $166K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom alloy steel bar (other) imports (HS 7228.60): 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 7228.60: Steel, alloy: bars and rods n.e.c. in heading no. 7228.
Common questions
What is the value of alloy steel bar (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported alloy steel bar (other) worth $17.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 194 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply alloy steel bar (other) to the United Kingdom?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by France (16%) and Italy (16%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Austria grew fastest among the top ten, up 66% on the year.
What is the average import price of alloy steel bar (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.44 per kg in 2024, 37% above the world average of $2.52 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of alloy steel bar (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.5 million in 2017 to $17.1 million in 2024, an increase of 163%. The peak was 2023 at $20.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export alloy steel bar (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $5.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, the United States and Indonesia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $11.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for alloy steel bar (other)?
The HS code for alloy steel bar (other) is subheading 7228.60. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7228 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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