Other hot-rolled steel exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported other hot-rolled steel worth $19.4 million (12.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. Value rose 89% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $19.4M | 12.9K t |
| 2023 | $10.2M | 5.1K t |
| 2022 | $7.7M | 3.7K t |
| 2021 | $6.6M | 3.7K t |
| 2020 | $6.2M | 7.5K t |
| 2019 | $9.4M | 5.9K t |
| 2018 | $6.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2017 | $6.7M | 4.6K t |
Where the United States exports other hot-rolled steel to
One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 86% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Canada grew fastest (+169% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $16.7M | 86% |
| Dominican Republic | $945K | 4.9% |
| Germany | $215K | 1.1% |
| Poland | $192K | 1% |
| Mexico | $190K | 1% |
| Costa Rica | $113K | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $103K | 0.5% |
| Pakistan | $73K | 0.4% |
| Bahamas | $72K | 0.4% |
| Indonesia | $67K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.50 per kg, 49% above the world average of $1.01. 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.
Other hot-rolled steel imports to the United States
Imports of other hot-rolled steel by the United States reached $3.3 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Slovenia accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+137% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Slovenia | $2.1M | 65% |
| Canada | $406K | 12% |
| Germany | $193K | 5.9% |
| Spain | $108K | 3.3% |
| Japan | $93K | 2.9% |
| India | $80K | 2.5% |
| Romania | $64K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $41K | 1.3% |
| Italy | $31K | 1% |
| Austria | $28K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States other hot-rolled steel exports (HS 7208.90): 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 7208.90: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, hot-rolled, of a width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7208.
Common questions
What is the value of other hot-rolled steel exported by the United States?
The United States exported other hot-rolled steel worth $19.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 114 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 89% on 2023.
Which countries buy other hot-rolled steel from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 86% of the value ($16.7 million), followed by the Dominican Republic (5%) and Germany (1%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 60 buyer countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 169% on the year.
What is the average export price of other hot-rolled steel per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.50 per kg in 2024, 49% above the world average of $1.01 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of other hot-rolled steel from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.7 million in 2017 to $19.4 million in 2024, an increase of 187%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import other hot-rolled steel?
Yes. The United States imported $3.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Slovenia, Canada and Germany. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $16.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for other hot-rolled steel?
The HS code for other hot-rolled steel is subheading 7208.90. 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?
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