Alloy steel angle imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported alloy steel angle worth $59.5 million (39.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 188 countries. Value fell 24% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $165.5 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 | $59.5M | 39.0K t |
| 2023 | $78.7M | 64.7K t |
| 2022 | $165.5M | 126.8K t |
| 2021 | $60.7M | 42.5K t |
| 2020 | $29.9M | 25.5K t |
| 2019 | $58.6M | 52.4K t |
| 2018 | $44.1M | 40.6K t |
| 2017 | $56.4M | 61.5K t |
Where the United States imports alloy steel angle from
The largest suppliers were Spain (24%), Luxembourg (20%), Austria (17%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+141% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $14.1M | 24% |
| Luxembourg | $12.0M | 20% |
| Austria | $10.1M | 17% |
| United Kingdom | $7.3M | 12% |
| Germany | $7.2M | 12% |
| Canada | $3.3M | 5.6% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 2% |
| China | $657K | 1.1% |
| Costa Rica | $298K | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.53 per kg, 32% above the world average of $1.16. 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.
Alloy steel angle exports from the United States
Exports of alloy steel angle by the United States reached $14.6 million in 2024 (8.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Mexico alone took 50% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Dominican Republic grew fastest (+830% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $7.3M | 50% |
| Canada | $3.5M | 24% |
| South Korea | $509K | 3.5% |
| Dominican Republic | $495K | 3.4% |
| Israel | $393K | 2.7% |
| Ghana | $212K | 1.5% |
| Bahamas | $198K | 1.4% |
| Colombia | $164K | 1.1% |
| India | $136K | 0.9% |
| Guyana | $91K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States alloy steel angle imports (HS 7228.70): 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 7228.70: Steel, alloy: angles, shapes and sections.
Common questions
What is the value of alloy steel angle imported by the United States?
The United States imported alloy steel angle worth $59.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 188 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was down 24% on 2023.
Which countries supply alloy steel angle to the United States?
Spain was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($14.1 million), followed by Luxembourg (20%) and Austria (17%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 141% on the year.
What is the average import price of alloy steel angle per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.53 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $1.16 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of alloy steel angle to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $56.4 million in 2017 to $59.5 million in 2024, an increase of 5%. The peak was 2022 at $165.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $69.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export alloy steel angle?
Yes. The United States exported $14.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $44.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for alloy steel angle?
The HS code for alloy steel angle is subheading 7228.70. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7228 page.
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