Free-cutting bar drawn imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported free-cutting bar drawn worth $72.8 million (59.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 163 countries for imports of this product. That is 10% more than in 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 | $72.8M | 59.7K t |
| 2023 | $66.2M | 47.3K t |
| 2022 | $69.5M | 47.7K t |
| 2021 | $51.6M | 46.4K t |
| 2020 | $23.8M | 28.3K t |
| 2019 | $38.7M | 43.7K t |
| 2018 | $66.8M | 72.6K t |
| 2017 | $74.0M | 90.0K t |
Where the United States imports free-cutting bar drawn from
The largest suppliers were Canada (46%), Germany (25%), France (25%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $33.6M | 46% |
| Germany | $18.2M | 25% |
| France | $18.2M | 25% |
| Brazil | $1.4M | 1.9% |
| Spain | $936K | 1.3% |
| Turkey | $219K | 0.3% |
| Switzerland | $143K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $40K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $20K | 0% |
| Czech Republic | $18K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.22 per kg, 24% above the world average of $0.98. 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.
Free-cutting bar drawn exports from the United States
The United States exported $14.2 million of free-cutting bar drawn in 2024 (13.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 80 countries for exports of this product. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 56% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $7.9M | 56% |
| Mexico | $5.8M | 41% |
| China | $163K | 1.1% |
| Hungary | $61K | 0.4% |
| Costa Rica | $50K | 0.4% |
| Guatemala | $50K | 0.4% |
| El Salvador | $27K | 0.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $14K | 0.1% |
| Honduras | $13K | 0.1% |
| Bahamas | $11K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States free-cutting bar drawn imports (HS 7214.30): 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 7214.30: Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or hot-extruded, including those twisted after rolling, of free-cutting steel.
Common questions
What is the value of free-cutting bar drawn imported by the United States?
The United States imported free-cutting bar drawn worth $72.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 59.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 163 countries worldwide, with 29% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply free-cutting bar drawn to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 46% of the value ($33.6 million), followed by Germany (25%) and France (25%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 671% on the year.
What is the average import price of free-cutting bar drawn per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.22 per kg in 2024, 24% above the world average of $0.98 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of free-cutting bar drawn to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $74.0 million in 2017 to $72.8 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2017 at $74.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $57.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export free-cutting bar drawn?
Yes. The United States exported $14.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and China. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $58.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for free-cutting bar drawn?
The HS code for free-cutting bar drawn is subheading 7214.30. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7214 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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