Large diameter tube (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported large diameter tube (other) worth $2.6 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 52% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 23% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $15.9 million.
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 | $2.6M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $5.3M | 3.6K t |
| 2022 | $3.4M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $4.9M | 6.2K t |
| 2020 | $8.7M | 4.2K t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 953 t |
| 2018 | $11.9M | 13.2K t |
| 2017 | $15.9M | 12.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports large diameter tube (other) from
The largest suppliers were China (32%), Greece (32%), Thailand (10%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest (+492% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $818K | 32% |
| Greece | $811K | 32% |
| Thailand | $268K | 11% |
| Norway | $125K | 4.9% |
| Japan | $95K | 3.7% |
| Italy | $92K | 3.6% |
| Denmark | $90K | 3.5% |
| Poland | $66K | 2.6% |
| United States | $62K | 2.4% |
| Slovakia | $59K | 2.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.13 per kg, 25% below the world average of $1.51, 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.
Large diameter tube (other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million of large diameter tube (other) in 2024 (174 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Greece (17%), Egypt (12%), Australia (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 42%. Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Greece | $225K | 17% |
| Egypt | $161K | 12% |
| Australia | $159K | 12% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $131K | 10% |
| Bahamas | $96K | 7.4% |
| Thailand | $80K | 6.2% |
| France | $69K | 5.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $63K | 4.8% |
| Angola | $58K | 4.4% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $53K | 4.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom large diameter tube (other) imports (HS 7305.90): 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 7305.90: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes n.e.c. in heading no. 7305, having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm, (not seamless).
Common questions
What is the value of large diameter tube (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported large diameter tube (other) worth $2.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 179 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 52% on 2023.
Which countries supply large diameter tube (other) to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($818 thousand), followed by Greece (32%) and Thailand (10%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 492% on the year.
What is the average import price of large diameter tube (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.13 per kg in 2024, 25% below the world average of $1.51 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of large diameter tube (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.9 million in 2017 to $2.6 million in 2024, a fall of 84%. The peak was 2017 at $15.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export large diameter tube (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Greece, Egypt and Australia. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for large diameter tube (other)?
The HS code for large diameter tube (other) is subheading 7305.90. 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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