Welded carbon steel tube imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $182.0 million of welded carbon steel tube in 2024 (132.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 216 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 5% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $252.7 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 | $182.0M | 132.5K t |
| 2023 | $192.1M | 126.6K t |
| 2022 | $252.7M | 158.3K t |
| 2021 | $211.6M | 157.2K t |
| 2020 | $119.8M | 122.5K t |
| 2019 | $181.1M | 158.0K t |
| 2018 | $194.2M | 172.6K t |
| 2017 | $162.4M | 160.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports welded carbon steel tube from
Most of the value came from Turkey (27%), Italy (18%), India (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $48.6M | 27% |
| Italy | $32.3M | 18% |
| India | $21.0M | 12% |
| Ireland | $17.8M | 9.8% |
| China | $16.3M | 8.9% |
| Spain | $8.8M | 4.9% |
| Netherlands | $8.6M | 4.7% |
| France | $6.1M | 3.4% |
| Germany | $5.5M | 3% |
| United States | $2.7M | 1.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.37 per kg, close to the world average of $1.23.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Welded carbon steel tube exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $67.6 million of welded carbon steel tube in 2024 (51.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Ireland (31%), Lithuania (16%), France (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Lithuania grew fastest (+123% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $20.9M | 31% |
| Lithuania | $11.0M | 16% |
| France | $7.1M | 10% |
| Netherlands | $4.3M | 6.4% |
| Germany | $3.3M | 4.9% |
| Finland | $3.2M | 4.7% |
| Italy | $2.9M | 4.3% |
| Poland | $2.9M | 4.3% |
| Estonia | $1.4M | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $1.3M | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom welded carbon steel tube imports (HS 7306.30): 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 7306.30: Iron or non-alloy steel (excluding cast iron): tubes and pipes (not seamless), welded, of circular cross-section, n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of welded carbon steel tube imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported welded carbon steel tube worth $182.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 132.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 216 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply welded carbon steel tube to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 27% of the value ($48.6 million), followed by Italy (18%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 56%, out of 48 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 62% on the year.
What is the average import price of welded carbon steel tube per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.37 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $1.23 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of welded carbon steel tube to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $162.4 million in 2017 to $182.0 million in 2024, an increase of 12%. The peak was 2022 at $252.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $187.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export welded carbon steel tube?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $67.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Lithuania and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $114.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded carbon steel tube?
The HS code for welded carbon steel tube is subheading 7306.30. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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