Alloy steel scrap imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $293.0 million of alloy steel scrap in 2024 (790.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 124 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 8% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $293.0M | 790.1K t |
| 2023 | $317.2M | 779.0K t |
| 2022 | $300.6M | 636.5K t |
| 2021 | $327.6M | 702.4K t |
| 2020 | $145.6M | 536.9K t |
| 2019 | $152.0M | 536.6K t |
| 2018 | $239.5M | 695.2K t |
| 2017 | $179.0M | 629.3K t |
Where the United States imports alloy steel scrap from
One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 54% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $158.6M | 54% |
| Mexico | $127.1M | 43% |
| Japan | $3.3M | 1.1% |
| United Kingdom | $2.6M | 0.9% |
| Peru | $340K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $170K | 0.1% |
| Cayman Isds | $140K | 0.1% |
| China | $102K | 0% |
| Dominican Republic | $98K | 0% |
| Colombia | $96K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.37 per kg, 21% below the world average of $0.47, 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.
Alloy steel scrap exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported alloy steel scrap worth $278.8 million (495.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 153 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (30%), Thailand (25%), India (11%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $84.2M | 30% |
| Thailand | $68.3M | 25% |
| India | $30.2M | 11% |
| Canada | $24.5M | 8.8% |
| Malaysia | $19.1M | 6.9% |
| China | $16.3M | 5.8% |
| Taiwan | $7.6M | 2.7% |
| Pakistan | $7.5M | 2.7% |
| Belgium | $4.0M | 1.4% |
| Finland | $3.5M | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States alloy steel scrap imports (HS 7204.29): 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 7204.29: Ferrous waste and scrap: of alloy steel (excluding stainless).
Common questions
What is the value of alloy steel scrap imported by the United States?
The United States imported alloy steel scrap worth $293.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 790.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 124 countries worldwide, with 12% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply alloy steel scrap to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 54% of the value ($158.6 million), followed by Mexico (43%) and Japan (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 27 supplier countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 735% on the year.
What is the average import price of alloy steel scrap per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.37 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $0.47 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 scrap to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $179.0 million in 2017 to $293.0 million in 2024, an increase of 64%. The peak was 2021 at $327.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $244.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export alloy steel scrap?
Yes. The United States exported $278.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Thailand and India. That compares with imports of $293.0 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for alloy steel scrap?
The HS code for alloy steel scrap is subheading 7204.29. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7204 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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