Stainless sheet (other processing) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported stainless sheet (other processing) worth $62.4 million (8.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 194 countries. Value rose 16% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $131.1 million.
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 | $62.4M | 8.4K t |
| 2023 | $53.6M | 8.2K t |
| 2022 | $131.1M | 32.6K t |
| 2021 | $107.1M | 16.9K t |
| 2020 | $49.7M | 8.8K t |
| 2019 | $49.2M | 5.8K t |
| 2018 | $14.9M | 2.9K t |
| 2017 | $63.4M | 4.6K t |
Where the United States imports stainless sheet (other processing) from
Taiwan alone supplied 75% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $46.6M | 75% |
| South Korea | $2.4M | 3.9% |
| China | $2.3M | 3.7% |
| India | $2.1M | 3.4% |
| Italy | $1.9M | 3.1% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 2.2% |
| Poland | $1.3M | 2.1% |
| France | $1.2M | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $957K | 1.5% |
| Austria | $397K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.43 per kg, 111% above the world average of $3.52. 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 sheet (other processing) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported stainless sheet (other processing) worth $42.2 million (9.9 thousand tonnes). It ranks 9th of 107 countries for exports of this product. Canada alone took 51% of it. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+373% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $21.5M | 51% |
| Mexico | $3.9M | 9.2% |
| India | $3.7M | 8.8% |
| Pakistan | $2.4M | 5.8% |
| China | $2.0M | 4.8% |
| South Korea | $1.2M | 2.8% |
| Israel | $855K | 2% |
| Spain | $799K | 1.9% |
| United Kingdom | $765K | 1.8% |
| Japan | $546K | 1.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States stainless sheet (other processing) imports (HS 7219.90): 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 7219.90: Steel, stainless: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, n.e.c. in heading no. 7219.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless sheet (other processing) imported by the United States?
The United States imported stainless sheet (other processing) worth $62.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 194 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries supply stainless sheet (other processing) to the United States?
Taiwan was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($46.6 million), followed by South Korea (4%) and China (4%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 861% on the year.
What is the average import price of stainless sheet (other processing) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.43 per kg in 2024, 111% above the world average of $3.52 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of stainless sheet (other processing) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $63.4 million in 2017 to $62.4 million in 2024, a fall of 2%. The peak was 2022 at $131.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $66.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export stainless sheet (other processing)?
Yes. The United States exported $42.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and India. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $20.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless sheet (other processing)?
The HS code for stainless sheet (other processing) is subheading 7219.90. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7219 page.
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