Submerged arc welded line pipe exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of submerged arc welded line pipe by the United Kingdom reached $52.8 million in 2024 (6.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 32% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 29% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $183.5 million.
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 | $52.8M | 6.8K t |
| 2023 | $39.8M | 12.6K t |
| 2022 | $17.1M | 5.8K t |
| 2021 | $171.2M | 203.5K t |
| 2020 | $183.5M | 255.8K t |
| 2019 | $54.6M | 40.8K t |
| 2018 | $34.3M | 23.2K t |
| 2017 | $9.0M | 5.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports submerged arc welded line pipe to
The largest buyer markets were Azerbaijan (42%), Japan (30%), Canada (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Azerbaijan grew fastest (+572% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Azerbaijan | $22.2M | 42% |
| Japan | $15.8M | 30% |
| Canada | $5.5M | 10% |
| Ireland | $3.1M | 5.9% |
| United States | $1.6M | 3% |
| Singapore | $1.4M | 2.7% |
| Argentina | $1.1M | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $655K | 1.2% |
| China | $484K | 0.9% |
| Mozambique | $201K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.76 per kg, 326% above the world average of $1.82. 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.
Submerged arc welded line pipe imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported submerged arc welded line pipe worth $52.7 million (21.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Germany alone supplied 54% of it. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+640% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $28.5M | 54% |
| Greece | $17.9M | 34% |
| China | $2.3M | 4.4% |
| United States | $1.6M | 3% |
| South Korea | $1.0M | 2% |
| Romania | $395K | 0.8% |
| Netherlands | $357K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $264K | 0.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $154K | 0.3% |
| Norway | $105K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom submerged arc welded line pipe exports (HS 7305.11): 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 7305.11: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines (not seamless), longitudinally submerged arc welded, having circular cross-sections, external diameter exceeds 406.4mm.
Common questions
What is the value of submerged arc welded line pipe exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported submerged arc welded line pipe worth $52.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 70 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 32% on 2023.
Which countries buy submerged arc welded line pipe from the United Kingdom?
Azerbaijan was the largest buyer with 42% of the value ($22.2 million), followed by Japan (30%) and Canada (10%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. Azerbaijan grew fastest among the top ten, up 572% on the year.
What is the average export price of submerged arc welded line pipe per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.76 per kg in 2024, 326% above the world average of $1.82 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of submerged arc welded line pipe from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $9.0 million in 2017 to $52.8 million in 2024, an increase of 489%. The peak was 2020 at $183.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $70.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import submerged arc welded line pipe?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $52.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Greece and China. That compares with exports of $52.8 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for submerged arc welded line pipe?
The HS code for submerged arc welded line pipe is subheading 7305.11. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7305 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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