Steel T-sections small exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported steel t-sections small worth $2.3 million (3.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 71 countries for exports of this product. That is 110% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% 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 | $2.3M | 3.4K t |
| 2023 | $1.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 1.7K t |
| 2021 | $372K | 282 t |
| 2020 | $280K | 175 t |
| 2019 | $759K | 435 t |
| 2018 | $501K | 443 t |
| 2017 | $625K | 917 t |
Where the United States exports steel t-sections small to
Mexico alone took 91% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.1M | 91% |
| Canada | $194K | 8.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $6K | 0.3% |
| Jamaica | $5K | 0.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $3K | 0.1% |
| Nicaragua | $3K | 0.1% |
| Guatemala | $2K | 0.1% |
| Brazil | $1K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0% |
| Slovenia | $1K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.67 per kg, close to the world average of $0.83.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Steel T-sections small imports to the United States
Imports of steel t-sections small by the United States reached $1.5 million in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 149 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were Turkey (41%), Italy (35%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $608K | 41% |
| Italy | $516K | 35% |
| Germany | $186K | 13% |
| China | $64K | 4.3% |
| Poland | $40K | 2.7% |
| Mexico | $29K | 2% |
| United Kingdom | $22K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $6K | 0.4% |
| Slovakia | $5K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States steel t-sections small exports (HS 7216.22): 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 7216.22: Iron or non-alloy steel: T sections, hot-rolled, hot-drawn or extruded, of a height less than 80mm.
Common questions
What is the value of steel t-sections small exported by the United States?
The United States exported steel t-sections small worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 71 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 110% on 2023.
Which countries buy steel t-sections small from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 91% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Canada (9%) and Saudi Arabia (0%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 buyer countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 192% on the year.
What is the average export price of steel t-sections small per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.67 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $0.83 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of steel t-sections small from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $625 thousand in 2017 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 263%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $889 thousand a year.
Does the United States also import steel t-sections small?
Yes. The United States imported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Turkey, Italy and Germany. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $795 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for steel t-sections small?
The HS code for steel t-sections small is subheading 7216.22. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7216 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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