Steel wool and scourers imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of steel wool and scourers by the United Kingdom reached $8.3 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 213 countries. That is 16% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $14.1 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 | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $7.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2022 | $11.1M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $12.9M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $14.1M | 3.8K t |
| 2019 | $13.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2018 | $13.7M | 3.6K t |
| 2017 | $11.7M | 3.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports steel wool and scourers from
China alone supplied 70% of it. Among the main suppliers, Saudi Arabia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.9M | 70% |
| Saudi Arabia | $592K | 7.1% |
| Italy | $447K | 5.4% |
| Germany | $338K | 4.1% |
| India | $314K | 3.8% |
| United States | $176K | 2.1% |
| France | $146K | 1.8% |
| Ireland | $120K | 1.5% |
| Indonesia | $63K | 0.8% |
| Egypt | $61K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.03 per kg, close to the world average of $3.99.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel wool and scourers exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of steel wool and scourers by the United Kingdom reached $2.3 million in 2024 (465 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to France (15%), Belgium (14%), Iraq (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 41%. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $340K | 15% |
| Belgium | $328K | 14% |
| Iraq | $287K | 12% |
| Canada | $233K | 9.9% |
| Ireland | $176K | 7.5% |
| Australia | $170K | 7.3% |
| United States | $147K | 6.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $108K | 4.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $81K | 3.5% |
| China | $64K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom steel wool and scourers imports (HS 7323.10): 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 7323.10: Iron or steel: wool, pot scourers and scouring or polishing pads, gloves and the like.
Common questions
What is the value of steel wool and scourers imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported steel wool and scourers worth $8.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 213 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply steel wool and scourers to the United Kingdom?
China was the largest supplier with 70% of the value ($5.9 million), followed by Saudi Arabia (7%) and Italy (5%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 42 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 346% on the year.
What is the average import price of steel wool and scourers per kg?
The average declared import value was about $4.03 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $3.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of steel wool and scourers to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.7 million in 2017 to $8.3 million in 2024, a fall of 29%. The peak was 2020 at $14.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.5 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export steel wool and scourers?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $2.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to France, Belgium and Iraq. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $6.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for steel wool and scourers?
The HS code for steel wool and scourers is subheading 7323.10. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7323 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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