Stainless seamless drill pipe imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $7.7 million of stainless seamless drill pipe in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 143 countries. That is 49% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 13% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $20.4 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 | $7.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2023 | $5.2M | 778 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 733 t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 561 t |
| 2020 | $7.3M | 809 t |
| 2019 | $5.7M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 976 t |
| 2017 | $20.4M | 1.3K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports stainless seamless drill pipe from
Most of the value came from Norway (36%), China (35%), Germany (14%). Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $2.8M | 36% |
| China | $2.7M | 36% |
| Germany | $1.1M | 14% |
| United States | $687K | 8.9% |
| Austria | $158K | 2.1% |
| Turkey | $74K | 1% |
| Netherlands | $57K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $34K | 0.4% |
| Denmark | $19K | 0.3% |
| Australia | $13K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.74 per kg, 68% above the world average of $4.02. 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.
Stainless seamless drill pipe exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported stainless seamless drill pipe worth $3.4 million (481 tonnes). It ranks 8th of 79 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Singapore (26%), Netherlands (16%), Norway (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Singapore grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Singapore | $875K | 26% |
| Netherlands | $547K | 16% |
| Norway | $494K | 15% |
| Egypt | $276K | 8.2% |
| Mexico | $186K | 5.5% |
| Spain | $147K | 4.4% |
| Denmark | $118K | 3.5% |
| Canada | $100K | 3% |
| Guyana | $78K | 2.3% |
| Cameroon | $71K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom stainless seamless drill pipe imports (HS 7304.22): 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 7304.22: Steel, stainless: seamless, drill pipe, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless seamless drill pipe imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported stainless seamless drill pipe worth $7.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 143 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was up 49% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless seamless drill pipe to the United Kingdom?
Norway was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by China (35%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 450% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless seamless drill pipe per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.74 per kg in 2024, 68% above the world average of $4.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of stainless seamless drill pipe to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.4 million in 2017 to $7.7 million in 2024, a fall of 62%. The peak was 2017 at $20.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $7.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export stainless seamless drill pipe?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Singapore, the Netherlands and Norway. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless seamless drill pipe?
The HS code for stainless seamless drill pipe is subheading 7304.22. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7304 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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