Hot-rolled patterned steel sheet imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of hot-rolled patterned steel sheet by the United States reached $10.9 million in 2024 (5.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 192 countries. That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average.
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 | $10.9M | 5.3K t |
| 2023 | $10.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $7.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2021 | $4.8M | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $6.1M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $9.7M | 9.3K t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 6.0K t |
| 2017 | $6.3M | 6.0K t |
Where the United States imports hot-rolled patterned steel sheet from
One supplier dominates: Canada accounted for 90% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $9.8M | 90% |
| Poland | $308K | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $229K | 2.1% |
| Taiwan | $226K | 2.1% |
| China | $112K | 1% |
| India | $59K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $54K | 0.5% |
| Denmark | $31K | 0.3% |
| Thailand | $25K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $10K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.03 per kg, 145% 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.
Hot-rolled patterned steel sheet exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported hot-rolled patterned steel sheet worth $7.2 million (7.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 66% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $4.8M | 66% |
| Canada | $1.3M | 18% |
| South Korea | $217K | 3% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $193K | 2.7% |
| Mauritania | $113K | 1.6% |
| Bahamas | $88K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $81K | 1.1% |
| China | $76K | 1.1% |
| Guyana | $61K | 0.8% |
| Barbados | $46K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States hot-rolled patterned steel sheet imports (HS 7208.40): 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 7208.40: Iron or non-alloy steel: (not in coils), flat-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, with patterns in relief.
Common questions
What is the value of hot-rolled patterned steel sheet imported by the United States?
The United States imported hot-rolled patterned steel sheet worth $10.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 192 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply hot-rolled patterned steel sheet to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 90% of the value ($9.8 million), followed by Poland (3%) and Mexico (2%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 90% on the year.
What is the average import price of hot-rolled patterned steel sheet per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.03 per kg in 2024, 145% above the world average of $0.83 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hot-rolled patterned steel sheet to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $6.3 million in 2017 to $10.9 million in 2024, an increase of 73%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export hot-rolled patterned steel sheet?
Yes. The United States exported $7.2 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 $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for hot-rolled patterned steel sheet?
The HS code for hot-rolled patterned steel sheet is subheading 7208.40. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7208 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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