Thick stainless strip exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported thick stainless strip worth $21.1 million (2.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 64 countries. Value rose 31% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% 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 | $21.1M | 2.8K t |
| 2023 | $16.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2022 | $16.6M | 3.1K t |
| 2021 | $10.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $12.7M | 2.0K t |
| 2019 | $16.0M | 2.3K t |
| 2018 | $15.4M | 2.6K t |
| 2017 | $12.0M | 2.2K t |
Where the United States exports thick stainless strip to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (24%), Croatia (16%), Mexico (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Australia grew fastest (+402% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $5.1M | 24% |
| Croatia | $3.4M | 16% |
| Mexico | $1.9M | 8.8% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 7.2% |
| Australia | $1.4M | 6.7% |
| Brazil | $1.2M | 5.5% |
| Turkey | $1.1M | 5.4% |
| Japan | $659K | 3.1% |
| China | $574K | 2.7% |
| Italy | $404K | 1.9% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.61 per kg, 92% above the world average of $3.97. 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.
Thick stainless strip imports to the United States
Imports of thick stainless strip by the United States reached $10.7 million in 2024 (3.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 156 countries for imports of this product. The largest suppliers were China (39%), India (19%), Sweden (9%). Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.2M | 39% |
| India | $2.1M | 19% |
| Sweden | $955K | 8.9% |
| Canada | $763K | 7.1% |
| Austria | $686K | 6.4% |
| South Korea | $660K | 6.2% |
| Taiwan | $329K | 3.1% |
| Thailand | $221K | 2.1% |
| Belgium | $219K | 2.1% |
| Mexico | $146K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States thick stainless strip exports (HS 7220.11): 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 7220.11: Steel, stainless: flat-rolled, width less than 600mm, hot-rolled, of a thickness of 4.75mm or more.
Common questions
What is the value of thick stainless strip exported by the United States?
The United States exported thick stainless strip worth $21.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 64 countries worldwide, with 10% of world exports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy thick stainless strip from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 24% of the value ($5.1 million), followed by Croatia (16%) and Mexico (9%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 56 buyer countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 402% on the year.
What is the average export price of thick stainless strip per kg?
The average declared export value was about $7.61 per kg in 2024, 92% above the world average of $3.97 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of thick stainless strip from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $12.0 million in 2017 to $21.1 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $15.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import thick stainless strip?
Yes. The United States imported $10.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, India and Sweden. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $10.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for thick stainless strip?
The HS code for thick stainless strip is subheading 7220.11. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7220 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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