Welded non-circular tube imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported welded non-circular tube worth $15.4 million (10.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 183 countries. Value rose 12% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2021, at $21.6 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 | $15.4M | 10.8K t |
| 2023 | $13.7M | 7.4K t |
| 2022 | $16.8M | 9.5K t |
| 2021 | $21.6M | 12.1K t |
| 2020 | $10.5M | 9.0K t |
| 2019 | $11.5M | 8.8K t |
| 2018 | $12.7M | 9.4K t |
| 2017 | $12.5M | 11.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports welded non-circular tube from
Most of the value came from Turkey (29%), Germany (26%), Poland (11%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+262% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $4.5M | 29% |
| Germany | $4.0M | 26% |
| Poland | $1.7M | 11% |
| Spain | $1.5M | 9.7% |
| Italy | $927K | 6% |
| United States | $894K | 5.8% |
| China | $742K | 4.8% |
| Austria | $472K | 3.1% |
| Belgium | $190K | 1.2% |
| Oman | $107K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.42 per kg, close to the world average of $1.67.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Welded non-circular tube exports from the United Kingdom
Exports of welded non-circular tube by the United Kingdom reached $4.7 million in 2024 (2.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Australia (23%), Morocco (17%), United States (12%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+114% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $1.1M | 23% |
| Morocco | $800K | 17% |
| United States | $549K | 12% |
| France | $457K | 9.7% |
| Ireland | $426K | 9.1% |
| Germany | $207K | 4.4% |
| Spain | $199K | 4.3% |
| New Zealand | $140K | 3% |
| Canada | $98K | 2.1% |
| South Africa | $98K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom welded non-circular tube imports (HS 7306.69): 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 7306.69: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (not seamless), n.e.c. in chapter 73, welded, of non-circular cross-section (not square or rectangular cross-section).
Common questions
What is the value of welded non-circular tube imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported welded non-circular tube worth $15.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 10.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 183 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 12% on 2023.
Which countries supply welded non-circular tube to the United Kingdom?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by Germany (26%) and Poland (11%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 262% on the year.
What is the average import price of welded non-circular tube per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.42 per kg in 2024, 15% below the world average of $1.67 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of welded non-circular tube to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $12.5 million in 2017 to $15.4 million in 2024, an increase of 23%. The peak was 2021 at $21.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $14.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export welded non-circular tube?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Australia, Morocco and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $10.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded non-circular tube?
The HS code for welded non-circular tube is subheading 7306.69. 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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