Medium stainless coil imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $7.4 million of medium stainless coil in 2024 (2.9 thousand tonnes). Value fell 20% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $9.2 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 | $7.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $9.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $7.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $8.4M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $3.6M | 1.7K t |
| 2019 | $5.3M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports medium stainless coil from
Finland alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+881% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $4.0M | 55% |
| Italy | $1.0M | 14% |
| Belgium | $672K | 9.1% |
| South Africa | $567K | 7.7% |
| China | $559K | 7.6% |
| Taiwan | $135K | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $123K | 1.7% |
| Spain | $102K | 1.4% |
| Indonesia | $69K | 0.9% |
| Germany | $40K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.51 per kg, 32% above the world average of $1.90. 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.
Medium stainless coil exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $342 thousand of medium stainless coil in 2024 (70 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Australia (45%), Spain (12%), Italy (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $154K | 45% |
| Spain | $40K | 12% |
| Italy | $36K | 11% |
| Netherlands | $31K | 9% |
| United States | $19K | 5.4% |
| France | $15K | 4.5% |
| Chile | $14K | 4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $9K | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $9K | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $8K | 2.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom medium stainless coil imports (HS 7219.13): 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 7219.13: Steel, stainless: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, in coils, of a thickness of 3mm or more but less than 4.75mm.
Common questions
What is the value of medium stainless coil imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported medium stainless coil worth $7.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 139 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply medium stainless coil to the United Kingdom?
Finland was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($4.0 million), followed by Italy (14%) and Belgium (9%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 881% on the year.
What is the average import price of medium stainless coil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.51 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $1.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of medium stainless coil to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $7.4 million in 2024, an increase of 101%. The peak was 2023 at $9.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export medium stainless coil?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $342 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, Spain and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $7.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for medium stainless coil?
The HS code for medium stainless coil is subheading 7219.13. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7219 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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