Stainless strip (other processing) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported stainless strip (other processing) worth $8.3 million (859 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 22% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $23.2 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 | $8.3M | 859 t |
| 2023 | $10.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2022 | $20.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $18.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2020 | $14.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $18.5M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $23.2M | 3.4K t |
| 2017 | $19.4M | 2.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports stainless strip (other processing) from
Most of the value came from Japan (25%), Indonesia (14%), United States (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 50%. Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+122% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $2.1M | 25% |
| Indonesia | $1.1M | 14% |
| United States | $937K | 11% |
| Sweden | $727K | 8.8% |
| Spain | $682K | 8.2% |
| China | $503K | 6.1% |
| Germany | $480K | 5.8% |
| South Korea | $261K | 3.2% |
| Belgium | $258K | 3.1% |
| Italy | $231K | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.64 per kg, 95% above the world average of $4.94. 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 strip (other processing) exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported stainless strip (other processing) worth $3.4 million (236 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Canada (11%), Czech Republic (9%), Germany (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 28%. Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+190% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $375K | 11% |
| Czech Republic | $302K | 8.9% |
| Germany | $262K | 7.7% |
| China | $252K | 7.4% |
| Finland | $224K | 6.6% |
| Ireland | $221K | 6.5% |
| Brazil | $188K | 5.5% |
| Thailand | $145K | 4.3% |
| France | $143K | 4.2% |
| United States | $126K | 3.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom stainless strip (other processing) imports (HS 7220.90): 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 7220.90: Steel, stainless: flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, n.e.c. in heading no 7220.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless strip (other processing) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported stainless strip (other processing) worth $8.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 859 tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 188 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless strip (other processing) to the United Kingdom?
Japan was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Indonesia (14%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 122% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless strip (other processing) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.64 per kg in 2024, 95% above the world average of $4.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of stainless strip (other processing) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.4 million in 2017 to $8.3 million in 2024, a fall of 57%. The peak was 2018 at $23.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $16.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export stainless strip (other processing)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $3.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the Czech Republic and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $4.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless strip (other processing)?
The HS code for stainless strip (other processing) is subheading 7220.90. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7220 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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