Stainless steel rod exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $92.9 million of stainless steel rod in 2024 (14.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 88 countries. Value rose 16% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $92.9M | 14.2K t |
| 2023 | $79.9M | 6.7K t |
| 2022 | $74.3M | 8.4K t |
| 2021 | $50.1M | 6.7K t |
| 2020 | $43.6M | 5.0K t |
| 2019 | $55.2M | 7.2K t |
| 2018 | $50.6M | 6.6K t |
| 2017 | $66.4M | 8.2K t |
Where the United States exports stainless steel rod to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (26%), Mexico (25%), France (9%). Among the main buyer markets, France grew fastest (+276% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $24.6M | 27% |
| Mexico | $23.0M | 25% |
| France | $8.7M | 9.4% |
| Brazil | $7.1M | 7.6% |
| India | $3.6M | 3.9% |
| China | $3.5M | 3.8% |
| South Korea | $3.0M | 3.2% |
| Japan | $3.0M | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $2.3M | 2.5% |
| Italy | $2.1M | 2.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.52 per kg, 41% above the world average of $4.62. 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 steel rod imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported stainless steel rod worth $72.1 million (12.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 177 countries. Most of the value came from Italy (17%), Ukraine (17%), Germany (16%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 49%. Among the main suppliers, Ukraine grew fastest (+135% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $12.1M | 17% |
| Ukraine | $11.9M | 17% |
| Germany | $11.5M | 16% |
| Brazil | $5.9M | 8.2% |
| Sweden | $4.8M | 6.6% |
| Canada | $3.6M | 5% |
| India | $3.4M | 4.7% |
| Spain | $3.1M | 4.3% |
| France | $3.0M | 4.2% |
| Austria | $2.8M | 3.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States stainless steel rod exports (HS 7222.11): 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 7222.11: Steel, stainless: bars and rods, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of circular cross-section.
Common questions
What is the value of stainless steel rod exported by the United States?
The United States exported stainless steel rod worth $92.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 14.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 88 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was up 16% on 2023.
Which countries buy stainless steel rod from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($24.6 million), followed by Mexico (25%) and France (9%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 76 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 276% on the year.
What is the average export price of stainless steel rod per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.52 per kg in 2024, 41% above the world average of $4.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of stainless steel rod from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $66.4 million in 2017 to $92.9 million in 2024, an increase of 40%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $64.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import stainless steel rod?
Yes. The United States imported $72.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Italy, Ukraine and Germany. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $20.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for stainless steel rod?
The HS code for stainless steel rod is subheading 7222.11. 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?
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