Welded casing and tubing exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported welded casing and tubing worth $5.0 million (1.8 thousand tonnes). That is 25% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $10.6 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 | $5.0M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $6.6M | 2.1K t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 2.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.3M | 152 t |
| 2020 | $10.6M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $5.9M | 3.2K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports welded casing and tubing to
Most of it went to United States (39%), Poland (31%), United Arab Emirates (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.9M | 39% |
| Poland | $1.5M | 31% |
| United Arab Emirates | $392K | 7.9% |
| Norway | $310K | 6.3% |
| Kuwait | $206K | 4.1% |
| Italy | $189K | 3.8% |
| Angola | $94K | 1.9% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $79K | 1.6% |
| Romania | $47K | 0.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $45K | 0.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.78 per kg, 114% above the world average of $1.30. 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.
Welded casing and tubing imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of welded casing and tubing by the United Kingdom reached $2.0 million in 2024 (342 tonnes). One supplier dominates: United States accounted for 71% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Norway grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.4M | 72% |
| Norway | $200K | 10% |
| Italy | $197K | 9.9% |
| Denmark | $60K | 3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $32K | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | $13K | 0.7% |
| Poland | $13K | 0.7% |
| Germany | $11K | 0.6% |
| Ireland | $8K | 0.4% |
| Malaysia | $6K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom welded casing and tubing exports (HS 7306.29): 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 7306.29: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): casing and tubing of a kind used in drilling for oil and gas (other than stainless steel or seamless), n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of welded casing and tubing exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported welded casing and tubing worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 16th of 87 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy welded casing and tubing from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 39% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Poland (31%) and the United Arab Emirates (8%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 29 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 360% on the year.
What is the average export price of welded casing and tubing per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.78 per kg in 2024, 114% above the world average of $1.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of welded casing and tubing from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.9 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, a fall of 16%. The peak was 2020 at $10.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import welded casing and tubing?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Norway and Italy. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $3.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded casing and tubing?
The HS code for welded casing and tubing is subheading 7306.29. 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?
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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