Coarse steel mesh imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $19.1 million of coarse steel mesh in 2024 (9.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 4% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $39.3 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 | $19.1M | 9.3K t |
| 2023 | $19.9M | 9.8K t |
| 2022 | $33.3M | 15.2K t |
| 2021 | $26.7M | 17.6K t |
| 2020 | $23.3M | 21.3K t |
| 2019 | $32.8M | 26.1K t |
| 2018 | $39.3M | 28.9K t |
| 2017 | $34.4M | 27.7K t |
Where the United States imports coarse steel mesh from
Most of the value came from China (30%), Canada (27%), South Korea (16%). Among the main suppliers, Colombia grew fastest (+549% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.8M | 31% |
| Canada | $5.2M | 27% |
| South Korea | $3.1M | 16% |
| Mexico | $868K | 4.5% |
| Spain | $510K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $498K | 2.6% |
| Turkey | $411K | 2.2% |
| Colombia | $407K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $346K | 1.8% |
| Australia | $275K | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.05 per kg, 138% above the world average of $0.86. 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.
Coarse steel mesh exports from the United States
The United States exported $14.6 million of coarse steel mesh in 2024 (3.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Mexico (49%), Canada (32%), Bahamas (2%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+149% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $7.2M | 49% |
| Canada | $4.7M | 32% |
| Bahamas | $339K | 2.3% |
| Antigua and Barbuda | $327K | 2.2% |
| Cayman Isds | $218K | 1.5% |
| Curaçao | $196K | 1.3% |
| China | $171K | 1.2% |
| United Kingdom | $148K | 1% |
| France | $127K | 0.9% |
| Aruba | $112K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States coarse steel mesh imports (HS 7314.20): 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 7314.20: Iron or steel wire: grill, netting and fencing, welded at intersections, of wire with a maximum cross-sectional dimension of 3mm or more and mesh size 100cm2 or more.
Common questions
What is the value of coarse steel mesh imported by the United States?
The United States imported coarse steel mesh worth $19.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 214 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply coarse steel mesh to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 30% of the value ($5.8 million), followed by Canada (27%) and South Korea (16%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. Colombia grew fastest among the top ten, up 549% on the year.
What is the average import price of coarse steel mesh per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.05 per kg in 2024, 138% above the world average of $0.86 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of coarse steel mesh to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.4 million in 2017 to $19.1 million in 2024, a fall of 44%. The peak was 2018 at $39.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $28.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export coarse steel mesh?
Yes. The United States exported $14.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and the Bahamas. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $4.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for coarse steel mesh?
The HS code for coarse steel mesh is subheading 7314.20. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7314 page.
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