Large diameter casing exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported large diameter casing worth $15.6 million (7.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 53 countries. Value fell 40% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $29.8 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 | $15.6M | 7.1K t |
| 2023 | $26.1M | 8.0K t |
| 2022 | $20.9M | 8.5K t |
| 2021 | $14.6M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $14.3M | 5.3K t |
| 2019 | $29.8M | 11.8K t |
| 2018 | $13.9M | 3.2K t |
| 2017 | $20.2M | 8.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports large diameter casing to
The largest buyer markets were United States (34%), Namibia (22%), Angola (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Turkey grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $5.4M | 34% |
| Namibia | $3.4M | 22% |
| Angola | $2.7M | 17% |
| Norway | $1.6M | 9.9% |
| Spain | $1.1M | 6.9% |
| Turkey | $445K | 2.9% |
| Cyprus | $243K | 1.6% |
| Ghana | $230K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $222K | 1.4% |
| Gabon | $119K | 0.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.21 per kg, close to the world average of $2.58.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Large diameter casing imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported large diameter casing worth $9.5 million (3.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were South Korea (43%), Brazil (15%), Indonesia (14%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest (+855% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $4.1M | 43% |
| Brazil | $1.4M | 15% |
| Indonesia | $1.4M | 14% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 11% |
| Norway | $869K | 9.1% |
| Germany | $502K | 5.3% |
| Singapore | $151K | 1.6% |
| United States | $66K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom large diameter casing exports (HS 7305.20): 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 7305.20: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): casing of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas (not seamless), having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm.
Common questions
What is the value of large diameter casing exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported large diameter casing worth $15.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 53 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 40% on 2023.
Which countries buy large diameter casing from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($5.4 million), followed by Namibia (22%) and Angola (17%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 24 buyer countries in total. Angola grew fastest among the top ten, up 902% on the year.
What is the average export price of large diameter casing per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.21 per kg in 2024, 14% below the world average of $2.58 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of large diameter casing from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $20.2 million in 2017 to $15.6 million in 2024, a fall of 23%. The peak was 2019 at $29.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import large diameter casing?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $9.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, Brazil and Indonesia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $6.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for large diameter casing?
The HS code for large diameter casing is subheading 7305.20. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7305 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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