Tinplate can exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $190.1 million of tinplate can in 2024 (44.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 139 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 14% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $250.1 million.
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 | $190.1M | 44.7K t |
| 2023 | $221.4M | 50.5K t |
| 2022 | $250.1M | 58.5K t |
| 2021 | $209.0M | 57.7K t |
| 2020 | $196.2M | 60.7K t |
| 2019 | $204.2M | 64.2K t |
| 2018 | $183.0M | 114.5K t |
| 2017 | $138.3M | 42.4K t |
Where the United States exports tinplate can to
One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 88% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $167.1M | 88% |
| Dominican Republic | $4.8M | 2.5% |
| China | $4.6M | 2.4% |
| Mexico | $4.1M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $3.5M | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.9M | 1% |
| Trinidad and Tobago | $1.0M | 0.5% |
| Costa Rica | $703K | 0.4% |
| United Kingdom | $420K | 0.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $385K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.25 per kg, 23% above the world average of $3.45. 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.
Tinplate can imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported tinplate can worth $135.1 million (33.2 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 200 countries. The largest suppliers were Mexico (37%), China (29%), Canada (6%). Among the main suppliers, Japan grew fastest (+636% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $49.7M | 37% |
| China | $39.8M | 30% |
| Canada | $8.3M | 6.1% |
| Bahamas | $5.3M | 3.9% |
| Spain | $4.7M | 3.5% |
| Turkey | $3.4M | 2.5% |
| United Kingdom | $3.1M | 2.3% |
| Japan | $2.9M | 2.1% |
| Denmark | $2.4M | 1.8% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States tinplate can exports (HS 7310.21): 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 7310.21: Cans: which are to be closed by soldering or crimping, for any material (excluding compressed or liquefied gas), less than 50l capacity, of iron or steel.
Common questions
What is the value of tinplate can exported by the United States?
The United States exported tinplate can worth $190.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 44.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 139 countries worldwide, with 7% of world exports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries buy tinplate can from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 88% of the value ($167.1 million), followed by the Dominican Republic (3%) and China (2%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 87 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 345% on the year.
What is the average export price of tinplate can per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.25 per kg in 2024, 23% above the world average of $3.45 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of tinplate can from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $138.3 million in 2017 to $190.1 million in 2024, an increase of 37%. The peak was 2022 at $250.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $199.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import tinplate can?
Yes. The United States imported $135.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, China and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $54.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for tinplate can?
The HS code for tinplate can is subheading 7310.21. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7310 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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