Medium stainless sheet exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported medium stainless sheet worth $9.3 million (2.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. Value fell 32% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $40.2 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2023 | $13.7M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $16.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $13.1M | 3.5K t |
| 2020 | $6.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 3.0K t |
| 2018 | $40.2M | 4.3K t |
| 2017 | $12.6M | 4.6K t |
Where the United States exports medium stainless sheet to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (50%), Canada (26%), Brazil (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest (+318% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $4.6M | 50% |
| Canada | $2.4M | 26% |
| Brazil | $503K | 5.4% |
| China | $396K | 4.3% |
| Hong Kong | $271K | 2.9% |
| Italy | $205K | 2.2% |
| Germany | $135K | 1.5% |
| Colombia | $126K | 1.4% |
| Guyana | $80K | 0.9% |
| Argentina | $65K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.58 per kg, 76% above the world average of $2.60. 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.
Medium stainless sheet imports to the United States
The United States imported $7.8 million of medium stainless sheet in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from South Africa (40%), Belgium (20%), Japan (16%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $3.1M | 40% |
| Belgium | $1.5M | 20% |
| Japan | $1.2M | 16% |
| Canada | $651K | 8.4% |
| Taiwan | $481K | 6.2% |
| South Korea | $277K | 3.6% |
| Austria | $130K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $112K | 1.4% |
| United Kingdom | $100K | 1.3% |
| China | $45K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States medium stainless sheet exports (HS 7219.23): 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 7219.23: Steel, stainless: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, (not in coils), of a thickness of 3mm or more but less than 4.75mm.
Common questions
What is the value of medium stainless sheet exported by the United States?
The United States exported medium stainless sheet worth $9.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 72 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries buy medium stainless sheet from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 50% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by Canada (26%) and Brazil (5%). The top three together account for 81%, out of 38 buyer countries in total. Hong Kong grew fastest among the top ten, up 318% on the year.
What is the average export price of medium stainless sheet per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.58 per kg in 2024, 76% above the world average of $2.60 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of medium stainless sheet from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.6 million in 2017 to $9.3 million in 2024, a fall of 26%. The peak was 2018 at $40.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import medium stainless sheet?
Yes. The United States imported $7.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, Belgium and Japan. That compares with exports of $9.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for medium stainless sheet?
The HS code for medium stainless sheet is subheading 7219.23. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7219 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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