Nickel alloy tubes exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported nickel alloy tubes worth $234.3 million (2.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 73 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 20% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $315.4 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 | $234.3M | 2.5K t |
| 2023 | $196.1M | 2.2K t |
| 2022 | $167.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $145.3M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $211.8M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $298.8M | 2.4K t |
| 2018 | $315.4M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $137.0M | 2.2K t |
Where the United States exports nickel alloy tubes to
Most of it went to China (14%), Mexico (12%), Germany (8%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 34%. Among the main buyer markets, Poland grew fastest (+115% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $31.9M | 14% |
| Mexico | $28.4M | 12% |
| Germany | $19.8M | 8.4% |
| Canada | $19.7M | 8.4% |
| France | $17.7M | 7.5% |
| United Kingdom | $11.9M | 5.1% |
| India | $11.6M | 5% |
| Brazil | $9.1M | 3.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $7.7M | 3.3% |
| Poland | $6.6M | 2.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $92.75 per kg, 78% above the world average of $52.01. 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.
Nickel alloy tubes imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported nickel alloy tubes worth $220.1 million (2.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 139 countries. The largest suppliers were Germany (21%), United Kingdom (19%), Sweden (18%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest (+391% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $46.3M | 21% |
| United Kingdom | $42.0M | 19% |
| Sweden | $38.7M | 18% |
| Japan | $24.2M | 11% |
| France | $22.3M | 10% |
| Mexico | $10.1M | 4.6% |
| Italy | $6.1M | 2.8% |
| Costa Rica | $5.5M | 2.5% |
| Canada | $4.8M | 2.2% |
| China | $4.5M | 2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States nickel alloy tubes exports (HS 7507.12): 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 7507.12: Nickel: tubes and pipes, of nickel alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of nickel alloy tubes exported by the United States?
The United States exported nickel alloy tubes worth $234.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 73 countries worldwide, with 18% of world exports. The value was up 20% on 2023.
Which countries buy nickel alloy tubes from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 14% of the value ($31.9 million), followed by Mexico (12%) and Germany (8%). The top three together account for 34%, out of 97 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 115% on the year.
What is the average export price of nickel alloy tubes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $92.75 per kg in 2024, 78% above the world average of $52.01 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of nickel alloy tubes from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $137.0 million in 2017 to $234.3 million in 2024, an increase of 71%. The peak was 2018 at $315.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $213.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import nickel alloy tubes?
Yes. The United States imported $220.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, the United Kingdom and Sweden. That compares with exports of $234.3 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for nickel alloy tubes?
The HS code for nickel alloy tubes is subheading 7507.12. It sits in HS chapter 75 (nickel and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7507 page.
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