Metal spraying wire and rods exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported metal spraying wire and rods worth $79.9 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 139 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 4% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $79.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2023 | $77.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2022 | $73.5M | 2.5K t |
| 2021 | $62.6M | 2.2K t |
| 2020 | $48.7M | 2.1K t |
| 2019 | $61.4M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $56.0M | 2.5K t |
| 2017 | $58.3M | 2.6K t |
Where the United States exports metal spraying wire and rods to
The largest buyer markets were Mexico (46%), China (8%), Singapore (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Saudi Arabia grew fastest (+135% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $37.1M | 46% |
| China | $6.5M | 8.1% |
| Singapore | $4.8M | 6% |
| Canada | $4.6M | 5.7% |
| Costa Rica | $2.2M | 2.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1.9M | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $1.8M | 2.3% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 1.8% |
| Italy | $1.4M | 1.8% |
| India | $1.2M | 1.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $34.11 per kg, 378% above the world average of $7.14. 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.
Metal spraying wire and rods imports to the United States
Imports of metal spraying wire and rods by the United States reached $55.3 million in 2024 (5.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 208 countries for imports of this product. Most of the value came from Canada (48%), Mexico (14%), China (10%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+55% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $26.7M | 48% |
| Mexico | $7.7M | 14% |
| China | $5.3M | 9.6% |
| Taiwan | $2.7M | 4.9% |
| France | $2.6M | 4.6% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 3.1% |
| Japan | $1.3M | 2.3% |
| India | $1.1M | 2% |
| South Korea | $903K | 1.6% |
| Turkey | $878K | 1.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States metal spraying wire and rods exports (HS 8311.90): 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 8311.90: Wires, rods, tubes, plates, electrodes of base metal or metal carbides: of a kind used for soldering, brazing, welding: wires and rods for metal spraying: n.e.c. in item no. 8311.
Common questions
What is the value of metal spraying wire and rods exported by the United States?
The United States exported metal spraying wire and rods worth $79.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 139 countries worldwide, with 14% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy metal spraying wire and rods from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 46% of the value ($37.1 million), followed by China (8%) and Singapore (6%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 132 buyer countries in total. Saudi Arabia grew fastest among the top ten, up 135% on the year.
What is the average export price of metal spraying wire and rods per kg?
The average declared export value was about $34.11 per kg in 2024, 378% above the world average of $7.14 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of metal spraying wire and rods from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $58.3 million in 2017 to $79.9 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $64.7 million a year.
Does the United States also import metal spraying wire and rods?
Yes. The United States imported $55.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Canada, Mexico and China. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $24.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for metal spraying wire and rods?
The HS code for metal spraying wire and rods is subheading 8311.90. It sits in HS chapter 83 (metal; miscellaneous products of base metal). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8311 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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