Forged steel articles imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported forged steel articles worth $103.5 million (14.2 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 218 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 9% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $103.5M | 14.2K t |
| 2023 | $114.3M | 17.2K t |
| 2022 | $111.8M | 18.5K t |
| 2021 | $87.2M | 14.6K t |
| 2020 | $84.8M | 15.5K t |
| 2019 | $102.9M | 15.4K t |
| 2018 | $105.4M | 16.6K t |
| 2017 | $96.4M | 18.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports forged steel articles from
The largest suppliers were Italy (29%), China (16%), United States (16%). Among the main suppliers, Romania grew fastest (+433% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $29.6M | 29% |
| China | $16.6M | 16% |
| United States | $16.4M | 16% |
| France | $8.6M | 8.3% |
| Spain | $7.2M | 7% |
| India | $5.8M | 5.6% |
| Germany | $3.8M | 3.7% |
| Netherlands | $2.5M | 2.4% |
| Switzerland | $1.7M | 1.7% |
| Romania | $1.6M | 1.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.31 per kg, 54% above the world average of $4.75. 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.
Forged steel articles exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of forged steel articles by the United Kingdom reached $53.2 million in 2024 (6.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Poland (10%), Czech Republic (8%), Japan (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 25%. Among the main buyer markets, Japan grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $5.5M | 10% |
| Czech Republic | $4.0M | 7.6% |
| Japan | $4.0M | 7.5% |
| Turkey | $4.0M | 7.5% |
| El Salvador | $3.9M | 7.4% |
| Brazil | $3.1M | 5.8% |
| Germany | $2.8M | 5.2% |
| United States | $2.7M | 5% |
| Spain | $2.7M | 5% |
| France | $1.7M | 3.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom forged steel articles imports (HS 7326.19): 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 7326.19: Iron or steel: articles n.e.c. in item no. 7326.11, forged or stamped, but not further worked.
Common questions
What is the value of forged steel articles imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported forged steel articles worth $103.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 218 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply forged steel articles to the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($29.6 million), followed by China (16%) and the United States (16%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 60 supplier countries in total. Romania grew fastest among the top ten, up 433% on the year.
What is the average import price of forged steel articles per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.31 per kg in 2024, 54% above the world average of $4.75 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of forged steel articles to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $96.4 million in 2017 to $103.5 million in 2024, an increase of 7%. The peak was 2023 at $114.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $100.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export forged steel articles?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $53.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Poland, the Czech Republic and Japan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $50.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for forged steel articles?
The HS code for forged steel articles is subheading 7326.19. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7326 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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