Stainless steel rod exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported stainless steel rod worth $53.1 million (6.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 88 countries for exports of this product. That is 23% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $69.0 million.
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 | $53.1M | 6.0K t |
| 2023 | $69.0M | 6.7K t |
| 2022 | $66.2M | 6.9K t |
| 2021 | $48.8M | 5.5K t |
| 2020 | $47.5M | 7.1K t |
| 2019 | $61.4M | 9.4K t |
| 2018 | $56.6M | 8.8K t |
| 2017 | $50.3M | 8.0K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports stainless steel rod to
Most of it went to Italy (22%), France (21%), Germany (13%). Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+184% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $11.8M | 22% |
| France | $11.3M | 21% |
| Germany | $6.9M | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.3M | 6.2% |
| China | $2.6M | 4.9% |
| United States | $2.2M | 4.1% |
| Singapore | $1.7M | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 3.1% |
| India | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| Ireland | $1.2M | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $8.89 per kg, 92% above the world average of $4.62. 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 steel rod imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported stainless steel rod worth $31.1 million (4.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Sweden (25%), Germany (16%), Spain (12%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+177% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $7.8M | 25% |
| Germany | $5.1M | 16% |
| Spain | $3.8M | 12% |
| Taiwan | $3.0M | 9.7% |
| France | $2.8M | 8.9% |
| United States | $2.3M | 7.5% |
| India | $1.8M | 5.7% |
| Italy | $1.7M | 5.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 5.4% |
| Norway | $228K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom stainless steel rod exports (HS 7222.11): 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 7222.11: Steel, stainless: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of circular cross-section.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless steel rod exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported stainless steel rod worth $53.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 88 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 23% on 2023.
Which countries buy stainless steel rod from the United Kingdom?
Italy was the largest buyer with 22% of the value ($11.8 million), followed by France (21%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 69 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 184% on the year.
What is the average export price of stainless steel rod per kg?
The average declared export value was about $8.89 per kg in 2024, 92% above the world average of $4.62 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of stainless steel rod from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $50.3 million in 2017 to $53.1 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2023 at $69.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $56.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import stainless steel rod?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $31.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Sweden, Germany and Spain. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $22.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless steel rod?
The HS code for stainless steel rod is subheading 7222.11. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7222 page.
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