Steel drum exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of steel drum by the United Kingdom reached $57.5 million in 2024 (16.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 155 countries. Value rose 22% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% 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 | $57.5M | 16.1K t |
| 2023 | $47.0M | 15.6K t |
| 2022 | $55.4M | 28.7K t |
| 2021 | $39.6M | 34.9K t |
| 2020 | $16.9M | 4.7K t |
| 2019 | $35.6M | 9.8K t |
| 2018 | $29.3M | 8.7K t |
| 2017 | $30.0M | 8.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports steel drum to
The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (38%), Ireland (14%), Turkey (9%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+408% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $22.1M | 38% |
| Ireland | $7.9M | 14% |
| Turkey | $5.1M | 8.8% |
| Italy | $4.1M | 7.1% |
| United States | $3.8M | 6.6% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 5.7% |
| Denmark | $2.0M | 3.5% |
| France | $1.6M | 2.8% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $1.4M | 2.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.57 per kg, close to the world average of $3.53.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel drum imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of steel drum by the United Kingdom reached $46.3 million in 2024 (9.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 3%. The largest suppliers were Germany (21%), Italy (14%), Spain (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 46%. Among the main suppliers, Belgium grew fastest (+171% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $9.9M | 21% |
| Italy | $6.6M | 14% |
| Spain | $4.7M | 10% |
| China | $4.3M | 9.2% |
| Poland | $3.5M | 7.5% |
| Ireland | $3.1M | 6.8% |
| Belgium | $1.7M | 3.6% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 3.5% |
| Czech Republic | $1.5M | 3.2% |
| Switzerland | $1.4M | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom steel drum exports (HS 7310.10): 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 7310.10: Tanks, casks, drums, cans, boxes and similar containers, for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), 50l or more capacity but not exceeding 300l.
Common questions
What is the value of steel drum exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported steel drum worth $57.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 16.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 155 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel drum from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($22.1 million), followed by Ireland (14%) and Turkey (9%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 118 buyer countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 408% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel drum per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.57 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.53 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of steel drum from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $30.0 million in 2017 to $57.5 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $38.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import steel drum?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $46.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Italy and Spain. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel drum?
The HS code for steel drum is subheading 7310.10. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7310 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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