Stainless seamless line pipe exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $47.9 million of stainless seamless line pipe in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 116 countries for exports of this product. That is 222% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $47.9M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $14.9M | 693 t |
| 2022 | $13.8M | 1.0K t |
| 2021 | $10.6M | 871 t |
| 2020 | $13.5M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $18.1M | 2.5K t |
| 2018 | $19.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $18.5M | 2.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports stainless seamless line pipe to
Norway alone took 78% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Norway grew fastest (+723% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $37.2M | 78% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 3.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.1M | 2.2% |
| Singapore | $1.0M | 2.1% |
| United States | $640K | 1.3% |
| Brazil | $619K | 1.3% |
| Angola | $618K | 1.3% |
| Republic of the Congo | $595K | 1.2% |
| Indonesia | $568K | 1.2% |
| Ghana | $487K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $12.48 per kg, 167% above the world average of $4.68. 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 line pipe imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $11.4 million of stainless seamless line pipe in 2024 (786 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were France (32%), Norway (12%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+83% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $3.7M | 32% |
| Norway | $1.3M | 12% |
| China | $1.3M | 12% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 11% |
| Netherlands | $1.0M | 9.1% |
| Germany | $823K | 7.2% |
| United States | $666K | 5.8% |
| Spain | $492K | 4.3% |
| India | $212K | 1.9% |
| Austria | $86K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom stainless seamless line pipe exports (HS 7304.11): 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 7304.11: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): seamless, line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, of stainless steel.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless seamless line pipe exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported stainless seamless line pipe worth $47.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 116 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 222% on 2023.
Which countries buy stainless seamless line pipe from the United Kingdom?
Norway was the largest buyer with 78% of the value ($37.2 million), followed by the Netherlands (3%) and the United Arab Emirates (2%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 76 buyer countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 723% on the year.
What is the average export price of stainless seamless line pipe per kg?
The average declared export value was about $12.48 per kg in 2024, 167% above the world average of $4.68 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of stainless seamless line pipe from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $18.5 million in 2017 to $47.9 million in 2024, an increase of 159%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $19.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import stainless seamless line pipe?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $11.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Norway and China. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $36.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless seamless line pipe?
The HS code for stainless seamless line pipe is subheading 7304.11. 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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