Tin-plated steel sheet thin imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of tin-plated steel sheet thin by the United States reached $1.53 billion in 2024 (968.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 162 countries. Value rose 18% 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 .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.53B | 968.3K t |
| 2023 | $1.30B | 725.8K t |
| 2022 | $1.83B | 968.2K t |
| 2021 | $932.8M | 802.1K t |
| 2020 | $713.9M | 703.5K t |
| 2019 | $735.6M | 675.9K t |
| 2018 | $742.1M | 687.9K t |
| 2017 | $864.6M | 862.0K t |
Where the United States imports tin-plated steel sheet thin from
The largest suppliers were Netherlands (31%), Germany (30%), Canada (14%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+958% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $481.6M | 32% |
| Germany | $466.0M | 31% |
| Canada | $213.6M | 14% |
| South Korea | $95.8M | 6.3% |
| Taiwan | $80.2M | 5.3% |
| China | $67.8M | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $45.0M | 2.9% |
| Turkey | $35.8M | 2.3% |
| Spain | $28.3M | 1.9% |
| India | $4.7M | 0.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.58 per kg, 30% above the world average of $1.22. 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.
Tin-plated steel sheet thin exports from the United States
The United States exported $34.0 million of tin-plated steel sheet thin in 2024 (32.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Canada (30%), Mexico (19%), Pakistan (13%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $10.4M | 31% |
| Mexico | $6.4M | 19% |
| Pakistan | $4.5M | 13% |
| Turkey | $2.6M | 7.6% |
| India | $1.8M | 5.4% |
| Philippines | $1.6M | 4.8% |
| Thailand | $1.5M | 4.4% |
| Italy | $1.1M | 3.4% |
| Peru | $1.0M | 3% |
| Colombia | $853K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States tin-plated steel sheet thin imports (HS 7210.12): 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 7210.12: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, plated or coated with tin, thickness of less than 0.5mm.
Common questions
What is the value of tin-plated steel sheet thin imported by the United States?
The United States imported tin-plated steel sheet thin worth $1.53 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 968.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 162 countries worldwide, with 23% of world imports. The value was up 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply tin-plated steel sheet thin to the United States?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($481.6 million), followed by Germany (30%) and Canada (14%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 958% on the year.
What is the average import price of tin-plated steel sheet thin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.58 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $1.22 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of tin-plated steel sheet thin to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $864.6 million in 2017 to $1.53 billion in 2024, an increase of 77%. The peak was 2022 at $1.83 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.08 billion a year.
Does the United States also export tin-plated steel sheet thin?
Yes. The United States exported $34.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and Pakistan. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.50 billion a year.
What is the HS code for tin-plated steel sheet thin?
The HS code for tin-plated steel sheet thin is subheading 7210.12. It sits in HS chapter 72 (iron and steel). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7210 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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