Small diameter hot-rolled bar imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of small diameter hot-rolled bar by the United States reached $704.2 million in 2024 (816.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 190 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 15% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $1.14 billion.
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 | $704.2M | 816.5K t |
| 2023 | $610.1M | 658.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.14B | 1.08M t |
| 2021 | $769.5M | 847.2K t |
| 2020 | $335.1M | 493.0K t |
| 2019 | $493.5M | 655.8K t |
| 2018 | $622.7M | 831.8K t |
| 2017 | $676.7M | 1.14M t |
Where the United States imports small diameter hot-rolled bar from
Most of the value came from Canada (43%), Japan (15%), Brazil (13%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+104% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $303.8M | 43% |
| Japan | $106.1M | 15% |
| Brazil | $92.4M | 13% |
| South Korea | $32.0M | 4.5% |
| Germany | $30.5M | 4.3% |
| Ukraine | $28.8M | 4.1% |
| Algeria | $26.6M | 3.8% |
| Mexico | $16.8M | 2.4% |
| Oman | $16.4M | 2.3% |
| Greece | $13.2M | 1.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.86 per kg, 34% above the world average of $0.64. 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.
Small diameter hot-rolled bar exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported small diameter hot-rolled bar worth $27.4 million (24.2 thousand tonnes). Canada alone took 58% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Saint Maarten grew fastest (+488% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $16.0M | 58% |
| Mexico | $3.9M | 14% |
| Saint Maarten | $3.7M | 13% |
| Curaçao | $751K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $601K | 2.2% |
| Singapore | $509K | 1.9% |
| Aruba | $310K | 1.1% |
| Slovakia | $289K | 1.1% |
| Thailand | $193K | 0.7% |
| Br. Virgin Isds | $173K | 0.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States small diameter hot-rolled bar imports (HS 7213.91): 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 7213.91: Iron or non-alloy steel: bars and rods, hot-rolled, in irregularly wound coils, n.e.c. in heading no. 7213, of circular cross-section measuring less than 14mm in diameter.
Common questions
What is the value of small diameter hot-rolled bar imported by the United States?
The United States imported small diameter hot-rolled bar worth $704.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 816.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 190 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply small diameter hot-rolled bar to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($303.8 million), followed by Japan (15%) and Brazil (13%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Greece grew fastest among the top ten, up 237% on the year.
What is the average import price of small diameter hot-rolled bar per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.86 per kg in 2024, 34% above the world average of $0.64 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of small diameter hot-rolled bar to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $676.7 million in 2017 to $704.2 million in 2024, an increase of 4%. The peak was 2022 at $1.14 billion. Over 8 years the average was $669.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export small diameter hot-rolled bar?
Yes. The United States exported $27.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Saint Maarten. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $676.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for small diameter hot-rolled bar?
The HS code for small diameter hot-rolled bar is subheading 7213.91. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7213 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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