Thin stainless sheet exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of thin stainless sheet by the United States reached $11.3 million in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 67 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 11% 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 | $11.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $10.2M | 3.9K t |
| 2022 | $9.0M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $7.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $5.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2019 | $6.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $7.5M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $8.5M | 2.2K t |
Where the United States exports thin stainless sheet to
One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 68% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, United Kingdom grew fastest (+43% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $7.6M | 68% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 13% |
| South Korea | $635K | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $496K | 4.4% |
| Dominican Republic | $165K | 1.5% |
| Romania | $143K | 1.3% |
| Japan | $139K | 1.2% |
| Hong Kong | $134K | 1.2% |
| China | $53K | 0.5% |
| Vietnam | $46K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.32 per kg, 141% above the world average of $2.62. 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.
Thin stainless sheet imports to the United States
Imports of thin stainless sheet by the United States reached $1.1 million in 2024 (239 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. The largest suppliers were Taiwan (49%), China (13%), Brazil (11%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $559K | 49% |
| China | $152K | 13% |
| Brazil | $126K | 11% |
| Germany | $113K | 9.9% |
| Romania | $52K | 4.6% |
| Mexico | $34K | 3% |
| India | $29K | 2.6% |
| Canada | $28K | 2.4% |
| Australia | $21K | 1.9% |
| Estonia | $10K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States thin stainless sheet exports (HS 7219.24): 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 7219.24: Steel, stainless: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, hot-rolled, (not in coils), of a thickness of less than 3mm.
Common questions
What is the value of thin stainless sheet exported by the United States?
The United States exported thin stainless sheet worth $11.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 67 countries worldwide, with 15% of world exports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries buy thin stainless sheet from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 68% of the value ($7.6 million), followed by Canada (13%) and South Korea (6%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 48 buyer countries in total. The Dominican Republic grew fastest among the top ten, up 678% on the year.
What is the average export price of thin stainless sheet per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.32 per kg in 2024, 141% above the world average of $2.62 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of thin stainless sheet from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.5 million in 2017 to $11.3 million in 2024, an increase of 32%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import thin stainless sheet?
Yes. The United States imported $1.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Taiwan, China and Brazil. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $10.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for thin stainless sheet?
The HS code for thin stainless sheet is subheading 7219.24. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7219 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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