Welded tube (other) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported welded tube (other) worth $39.1 million (26.1 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 8th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 216 countries. Value fell 32% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $119.2 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 | $39.1M | 26.1K t |
| 2023 | $57.2M | 40.1K t |
| 2022 | $67.6M | 25.6K t |
| 2021 | $119.2M | 42.3K t |
| 2020 | $53.9M | 37.4K t |
| 2019 | $105.2M | 45.0K t |
| 2018 | $95.0M | 82.4K t |
| 2017 | $96.2M | 90.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports welded tube (other) from
The largest suppliers were United Arab Emirates (22%), Turkey (16%), India (10%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $8.6M | 22% |
| Turkey | $6.4M | 16% |
| India | $4.0M | 10% |
| Germany | $3.5M | 9% |
| China | $3.4M | 8.6% |
| Denmark | $2.1M | 5.4% |
| Ireland | $1.6M | 4% |
| Poland | $1.4M | 3.7% |
| Portugal | $1.1M | 2.8% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.50 per kg, 28% below the world average of $2.09, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Welded tube (other) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $19.8 million of welded tube (other) in 2024 (2.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Most of it went to Norway (27%), Singapore (11%), United States (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 47%. Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Norway | $5.3M | 27% |
| Singapore | $2.2M | 11% |
| United States | $1.8M | 9.2% |
| Nigeria | $1.4M | 7.3% |
| Malaysia | $1.2M | 6.1% |
| France | $1.0M | 5.1% |
| Brazil | $872K | 4.4% |
| Kazakhstan | $821K | 4.1% |
| Turkey | $531K | 2.7% |
| Uganda | $449K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom welded tube (other) imports (HS 7306.90): 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 7306.90: Iron or steel (excluding cast iron): tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (not seamless), n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of welded tube (other) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported welded tube (other) worth $39.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 8th of 216 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply welded tube (other) to the United Kingdom?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 22% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by Turkey (16%) and India (10%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 49 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 82% on the year.
What is the average import price of welded tube (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.50 per kg in 2024, 28% below the world average of $2.09 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of welded tube (other) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $96.2 million in 2017 to $39.1 million in 2024, a fall of 59%. The peak was 2021 at $119.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $79.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export welded tube (other)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $19.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Norway, Singapore and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $19.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded tube (other)?
The HS code for welded tube (other) is subheading 7306.90. 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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