Steel bridge structure imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $71.0 million of steel bridge structure in 2024 (13.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 189 countries. Value rose 55% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 19% a year on average.
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 | $71.0M | 13.3K t |
| 2023 | $45.9M | 11.1K t |
| 2022 | $44.6M | 10.4K t |
| 2021 | $22.2M | 4.4K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $10.7M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $27.4M | 11.3K t |
| 2017 | $21.0M | 8.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports steel bridge structure from
The largest suppliers were Belgium (38%), Netherlands (23%), France (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+680% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $27.2M | 38% |
| Netherlands | $16.3M | 23% |
| France | $8.4M | 12% |
| Italy | $6.5M | 9.1% |
| Ireland | $4.7M | 6.6% |
| United States | $2.4M | 3.3% |
| China | $2.1M | 3% |
| Turkey | $1.2M | 1.7% |
| Germany | $759K | 1.1% |
| Romania | $658K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.35 per kg, 206% above the world average of $1.75. 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 bridge structure exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of steel bridge structure by the United Kingdom reached $49.9 million in 2024 (8.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 104 countries. The largest buyer markets were Ukraine (42%), Poland (9%), Sweden (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | $20.8M | 42% |
| Poland | $4.5M | 9.1% |
| Sweden | $4.5M | 9.1% |
| Slovenia | $4.2M | 8.4% |
| Netherlands | $3.5M | 7% |
| Greece | $1.2M | 2.5% |
| Malawi | $1.1M | 2.2% |
| Australia | $1.0M | 2.1% |
| Nigeria | $1.0M | 2% |
| Barbados | $937K | 1.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom steel bridge structure imports (HS 7308.10): 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 7308.10: Iron or steel: structures and parts thereof, bridges and bridge-sections.
Common questions
What is the value of steel bridge structure imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported steel bridge structure worth $71.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 189 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel bridge structure to the United Kingdom?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($27.2 million), followed by the Netherlands (23%) and France (12%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 680% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel bridge structure per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.35 per kg in 2024, 206% above the world average of $1.75 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel bridge structure to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.0 million in 2017 to $71.0 million in 2024, an increase of 238%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $31.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export steel bridge structure?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $49.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ukraine, Poland and Sweden. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $21.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel bridge structure?
The HS code for steel bridge structure is subheading 7308.10. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7308 page.
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