Steel angles and T-sections exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported steel angles and t-sections worth $30.5 million (30.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. That is 12% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $30.5M | 30.6K t |
| 2023 | $27.2M | 29.5K t |
| 2022 | $31.5M | 27.2K t |
| 2021 | $32.3M | 36.1K t |
| 2020 | $36.3M | 53.9K t |
| 2019 | $29.0M | 43.2K t |
| 2018 | $30.4M | 41.1K t |
| 2017 | $29.2M | 47.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports steel angles and t-sections to
Most of it went to France (46%), Ireland (17%), Germany (14%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+71% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $13.9M | 46% |
| Ireland | $5.2M | 17% |
| Germany | $4.2M | 14% |
| Belgium | $2.4M | 7.9% |
| Netherlands | $1.7M | 5.7% |
| Denmark | $466K | 1.5% |
| Turkey | $440K | 1.4% |
| Portugal | $415K | 1.4% |
| Switzerland | $341K | 1.1% |
| Italy | $314K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.00 per kg, 23% above the world average of $0.81. 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.
Steel angles and T-sections imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of steel angles and t-sections by the United Kingdom reached $22.4 million in 2024 (26.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 61% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $13.6M | 61% |
| Spain | $3.6M | 16% |
| France | $2.5M | 11% |
| Ireland | $962K | 4.3% |
| Italy | $450K | 2% |
| Poland | $443K | 2% |
| Germany | $332K | 1.5% |
| Luxembourg | $277K | 1.2% |
| Belgium | $47K | 0.2% |
| Czech Republic | $40K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom steel angles and t-sections exports (HS 7216.40): 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 7216.40: Iron or non-alloy steel: L or T sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height of 80mm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of steel angles and t-sections exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported steel angles and t-sections worth $30.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 30.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 89 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel angles and t-sections from the United Kingdom?
France was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($13.9 million), followed by Ireland (17%) and Germany (14%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 43 buyer countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 410% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel angles and t-sections per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.00 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $0.81 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of steel angles and t-sections from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $29.2 million in 2017 to $30.5 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2020 at $36.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $30.8 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import steel angles and t-sections?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $22.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, Spain and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel angles and t-sections?
The HS code for steel angles and t-sections is subheading 7216.40. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
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