Uncoated steel wire mesh imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of uncoated steel wire mesh by the United States reached $53.6 million in 2024 (28.7 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 209 countries for imports of this product. Value rose 11% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $72.2 million.
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 | $53.6M | 28.7K t |
| 2023 | $48.3M | 26.6K t |
| 2022 | $71.2M | 37.1K t |
| 2021 | $72.2M | 38.4K t |
| 2020 | $59.7M | 47.4K t |
| 2019 | $57.9M | 32.7K t |
| 2018 | $48.2M | 26.9K t |
| 2017 | $30.8M | 18.9K t |
Where the United States imports uncoated steel wire mesh from
The largest suppliers were Mexico (43%), China (18%), Sweden (6%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+45% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $23.2M | 43% |
| China | $9.4M | 18% |
| Sweden | $3.1M | 5.8% |
| Italy | $3.0M | 5.6% |
| Canada | $3.0M | 5.5% |
| Turkey | $2.8M | 5.3% |
| Spain | $2.0M | 3.7% |
| Germany | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| Denmark | $1.0M | 1.9% |
| Vietnam | $927K | 1.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.87 per kg, close to the world average of $1.61.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Uncoated steel wire mesh exports from the United States
The United States exported $7.6 million of uncoated steel wire mesh in 2024 (1.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. The largest buyer markets were Mexico (26%), Thailand (21%), Canada (20%). Among the main buyer markets, Bermuda grew fastest (+271% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.0M | 26% |
| Thailand | $1.6M | 22% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 20% |
| Dominican Republic | $443K | 5.8% |
| Bahamas | $282K | 3.7% |
| China | $232K | 3.1% |
| Indonesia | $192K | 2.5% |
| Peru | $167K | 2.2% |
| Bermuda | $131K | 1.7% |
| Chile | $112K | 1.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States uncoated steel wire mesh imports (HS 7314.39): 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 7314.39: Iron or steel wire: grill, netting and fencing, welded at the intersection, n.e.c. in item no. 7314.20, (other than plated or coated with zinc).
Common questions
What is the value of uncoated steel wire mesh imported by the United States?
The United States imported uncoated steel wire mesh worth $53.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 209 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was up 11% on 2023.
Which countries supply uncoated steel wire mesh to the United States?
Mexico was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($23.2 million), followed by China (18%) and Sweden (6%). The top three together account for 67%, out of 41 supplier countries in total. Vietnam grew fastest among the top ten, up 306% on the year.
What is the average import price of uncoated steel wire mesh per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.87 per kg in 2024, 16% above the world average of $1.61 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of uncoated steel wire mesh to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $30.8 million in 2017 to $53.6 million in 2024, an increase of 74%. The peak was 2021 at $72.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $55.2 million a year.
Does the United States also export uncoated steel wire mesh?
Yes. The United States exported $7.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Thailand and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $45.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for uncoated steel wire mesh?
The HS code for uncoated steel wire mesh is subheading 7314.39. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7314 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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