Plastic-coated steel netting imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of plastic-coated steel netting by the United States reached $35.8 million in 2024 (17.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 205 countries. Value rose 16% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 11% 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 | $35.8M | 17.8K t |
| 2023 | $31.0M | 15.3K t |
| 2022 | $31.4M | 13.2K t |
| 2021 | $27.5M | 13.2K t |
| 2020 | $20.2M | 11.3K t |
| 2019 | $21.4M | 11.9K t |
| 2018 | $24.5M | 14.5K t |
| 2017 | $16.8M | 11.8K t |
Where the United States imports plastic-coated steel netting from
The largest suppliers were China (39%), Canada (22%), Vietnam (17%). Among the main suppliers, Vietnam grew fastest (+270% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $14.1M | 40% |
| Canada | $7.8M | 22% |
| Vietnam | $6.1M | 17% |
| Mexico | $5.5M | 16% |
| India | $532K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $367K | 1% |
| Belgium | $322K | 0.9% |
| Spain | $276K | 0.8% |
| Thailand | $161K | 0.5% |
| Turkey | $149K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.01 per kg, close to the world average of $1.90.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Plastic-coated steel netting exports from the United States
The United States exported $6.4 million of plastic-coated steel netting in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 75% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $4.8M | 75% |
| Mexico | $419K | 6.6% |
| Portugal | $114K | 1.8% |
| Bahamas | $113K | 1.8% |
| Ireland | $74K | 1.2% |
| Cayman Isds | $71K | 1.1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $70K | 1.1% |
| Saint Maarten | $70K | 1.1% |
| Belize | $65K | 1% |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | $53K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States plastic-coated steel netting imports (HS 7314.42): 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 7314.42: Iron or steel wire: grill, netting and fencing, coated with plastic.
Common questions
What is the value of plastic-coated steel netting imported by the United States?
The United States imported plastic-coated steel netting worth $35.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 205 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply plastic-coated steel netting to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 39% of the value ($14.1 million), followed by Canada (22%) and Vietnam (17%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 270% on the year.
What is the average import price of plastic-coated steel netting per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.01 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $1.90 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of plastic-coated steel netting to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $16.8 million in 2017 to $35.8 million in 2024, an increase of 114%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $26.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export plastic-coated steel netting?
Yes. The United States exported $6.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Portugal. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $29.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for plastic-coated steel netting?
The HS code for plastic-coated steel netting is subheading 7314.42. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7314 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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