Plastic-coated steel sheet imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported plastic-coated steel sheet worth $239.5 million (155.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 34% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $390.1 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 | $239.5M | 155.0K t |
| 2023 | $178.3M | 108.9K t |
| 2022 | $390.1M | 198.1K t |
| 2021 | $317.7M | 209.4K t |
| 2020 | $186.3M | 159.4K t |
| 2019 | $277.7M | 221.0K t |
| 2018 | $212.7M | 164.0K t |
| 2017 | $195.4M | 174.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports plastic-coated steel sheet from
The largest suppliers were South Korea (40%), Belgium (33%), France (8%). Among the main suppliers, South Korea grew fastest (+101% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $95.3M | 40% |
| Belgium | $78.5M | 33% |
| France | $19.4M | 8.1% |
| Italy | $11.4M | 4.7% |
| Finland | $8.4M | 3.5% |
| Sweden | $3.9M | 1.6% |
| China | $3.6M | 1.5% |
| Vietnam | $3.2M | 1.3% |
| Germany | $2.8M | 1.2% |
| Ireland | $2.7M | 1.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.55 per kg, 44% above the world average of $1.08. 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.
Plastic-coated steel sheet exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported plastic-coated steel sheet worth $152.3 million (85.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (41%), Ireland (29%), Belgium (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+409% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $62.6M | 41% |
| Ireland | $43.6M | 29% |
| Belgium | $8.6M | 5.7% |
| Greece | $7.3M | 4.8% |
| France | $6.4M | 4.2% |
| Italy | $3.0M | 2% |
| Switzerland | $2.7M | 1.8% |
| Israel | $2.6M | 1.7% |
| Norway | $2.3M | 1.5% |
| Poland | $2.2M | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom plastic-coated steel sheet imports (HS 7210.70): 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 7210.70: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, painted, varnished or coated with plastics.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic-coated steel sheet imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported plastic-coated steel sheet worth $239.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 155.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 209 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic-coated steel sheet to the United Kingdom?
South Korea was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($95.3 million), followed by Belgium (33%) and France (8%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 101% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic-coated steel sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.55 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $1.08 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic-coated steel sheet to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $195.4 million in 2017 to $239.5 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2022 at $390.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $249.7 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export plastic-coated steel sheet?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $152.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Ireland and Belgium. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $87.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic-coated steel sheet?
The HS code for plastic-coated steel sheet is subheading 7210.70. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7210 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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