Thick stainless coil imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported thick stainless coil worth $3.5 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). That is 13% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $8.6 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 | $3.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $5.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 2.5K t |
| 2020 | $3.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2019 | $4.4M | 1.7K t |
| 2018 | $3.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $3.7M | 1.9K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports thick stainless coil from
Most of the value came from Finland (36%), Italy (26%), China (9%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $1.3M | 36% |
| Italy | $903K | 26% |
| China | $327K | 9.3% |
| Belgium | $313K | 8.9% |
| Netherlands | $262K | 7.4% |
| Sweden | $187K | 5.3% |
| Germany | $118K | 3.4% |
| South Africa | $96K | 2.7% |
| Ireland | $27K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $18K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.81 per kg, 26% above the world average of $2.23. 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.
Thick stainless coil exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of thick stainless coil by the United Kingdom reached $319 thousand in 2024 (21 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Netherlands (27%), Canada (16%), Uganda (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+972% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $85K | 27% |
| Canada | $50K | 16% |
| Uganda | $50K | 16% |
| United Arab Emirates | $50K | 16% |
| Kenya | $32K | 9.9% |
| Angola | $17K | 5.2% |
| Poland | $16K | 4.9% |
| United States | $10K | 3.2% |
| Qatar | $4K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $2K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom thick stainless coil imports (HS 7219.12): 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 7219.12: Steel, stainless: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, in coils, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more but not exceeding 10mm.
Common questions
What is the value of thick stainless coil imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported thick stainless coil worth $3.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 33rd of 145 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 13% on 2023.
Which countries supply thick stainless coil to the United Kingdom?
Finland was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.3 million), followed by Italy (26%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 109% on the year.
What is the average import price of thick stainless coil per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.81 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $2.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of thick stainless coil to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.7 million in 2017 to $3.5 million in 2024, a fall of 4%. The peak was 2021 at $8.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $4.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export thick stainless coil?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $319 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Canada and Uganda. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $3.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for thick stainless coil?
The HS code for thick stainless coil is subheading 7219.12. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7219 page.
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