Stainless bar (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $117.3 million of stainless bar (other) in 2024 (5.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 104 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 34% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $117.3M | 5.8K t |
| 2023 | $87.6M | 5.2K t |
| 2022 | $48.7M | 3.0K t |
| 2021 | $29.8M | 3.0K t |
| 2020 | $39.9M | 3.9K t |
| 2019 | $47.2M | 4.8K t |
| 2018 | $49.4M | 6.3K t |
| 2017 | $46.1M | 4.8K t |
Where the United States exports stainless bar (other) to
The largest buyer markets were France (11%), Canada (10%), Turkey (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 31%. Among the main buyer markets, Belgium grew fastest (+182% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $13.2M | 11% |
| Canada | $12.2M | 10% |
| Turkey | $10.5M | 8.9% |
| United Kingdom | $8.1M | 6.9% |
| Switzerland | $7.8M | 6.6% |
| Belgium | $7.0M | 6% |
| South Korea | $6.0M | 5.1% |
| Costa Rica | $5.6M | 4.8% |
| China | $4.8M | 4.1% |
| Germany | $4.1M | 3.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $20.38 per kg, 296% above the world average of $5.14. 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.
Stainless bar (other) imports to the United States
The United States imported $38.9 million of stainless bar (other) in 2024 (5.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 198 countries. Most of the value came from Italy (42%), Slovenia (15%), Germany (15%). Among the main suppliers, Mexico grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $16.3M | 42% |
| Slovenia | $6.0M | 15% |
| Germany | $5.6M | 15% |
| Mexico | $3.8M | 9.7% |
| China | $1.2M | 3.1% |
| Sweden | $1.2M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $969K | 2.5% |
| Spain | $894K | 2.3% |
| Taiwan | $685K | 1.8% |
| Austria | $540K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States stainless bar (other) exports (HS 7222.30): 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 7222.30: Steel, stainless: bars and rods, n.e.c. in heading no. 7222.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless bar (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported stainless bar (other) worth $117.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 104 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries buy stainless bar (other) from the United States?
France was the largest buyer with 11% of the value ($13.2 million), followed by Canada (10%) and Turkey (9%). The top three together account for 31%, out of 100 buyer countries in total. Belgium grew fastest among the top ten, up 182% on the year.
What is the average export price of stainless bar (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $20.38 per kg in 2024, 296% above the world average of $5.14 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of stainless bar (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $46.1 million in 2017 to $117.3 million in 2024, an increase of 155%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $58.3 million a year.
Does the United States also import stainless bar (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $38.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Slovenia and Germany. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $78.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless bar (other)?
The HS code for stainless bar (other) is subheading 7222.30. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7222 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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