Free-cutting hot-rolled bar imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported free-cutting hot-rolled bar worth $89.3 million (75.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 151 countries. Value rose 28% on 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 | $89.3M | 75.6K t |
| 2023 | $69.8M | 51.5K t |
| 2022 | $88.9M | 62.0K t |
| 2021 | $93.5M | 78.6K t |
| 2020 | $39.6M | 47.8K t |
| 2019 | $60.6M | 67.4K t |
| 2018 | $95.3M | 101.6K t |
| 2017 | $101.1M | 117.7K t |
Where the United States imports free-cutting hot-rolled bar from
Most of the value came from France (44%), Germany (33%), Japan (12%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+128% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $39.4M | 44% |
| Germany | $29.3M | 33% |
| Japan | $10.5M | 12% |
| Spain | $7.3M | 8.2% |
| Brazil | $1.3M | 1.4% |
| Canada | $849K | 1% |
| Turkey | $284K | 0.3% |
| Mexico | $262K | 0.3% |
| Thailand | $73K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $65K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.18 per kg, 42% above the world average of $0.83. 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 hot-rolled bar exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported free-cutting hot-rolled bar worth $13.2 million (12.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+194% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $8.6M | 65% |
| Dominican Republic | $1.9M | 14% |
| Mexico | $1.4M | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $322K | 2.4% |
| Pakistan | $205K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $196K | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $159K | 1.2% |
| Spain | $120K | 0.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $57K | 0.4% |
| India | $51K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States free-cutting hot-rolled bar imports (HS 7213.20): 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 7213.20: Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, of free-cutting steel.
Common questions
What is the value of free-cutting hot-rolled bar imported by the United States?
The United States imported free-cutting hot-rolled bar worth $89.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 75.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 151 countries worldwide, with 13% of world imports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries supply free-cutting hot-rolled bar to the United States?
France was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($39.4 million), followed by Germany (33%) and Japan (12%). The top three together account for 89%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Japan grew fastest among the top ten, up 128% on the year.
What is the average import price of free-cutting hot-rolled bar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.18 per kg in 2024, 42% above the world average of $0.83 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 hot-rolled bar to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $101.1 million in 2017 to $89.3 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2017 at $101.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $79.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export free-cutting hot-rolled bar?
Yes. The United States exported $13.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the Dominican Republic and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $76.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for free-cutting hot-rolled bar?
The HS code for free-cutting hot-rolled bar is subheading 7213.20. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7213 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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