Welded stainless tube imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of welded stainless tube by the United States reached $450.1 million in 2024 (82.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 208 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $587.4 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 | $450.1M | 82.5K t |
| 2023 | $445.2M | 69.5K t |
| 2022 | $587.4M | 86.5K t |
| 2021 | $423.7M | 77.8K t |
| 2020 | $228.4M | 48.6K t |
| 2019 | $284.7M | 59.2K t |
| 2018 | $386.9M | 82.4K t |
| 2017 | $410.8M | 87.8K t |
Where the United States imports welded stainless tube from
The largest suppliers were Canada (21%), Taiwan (20%), India (16%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $94.2M | 21% |
| Taiwan | $91.9M | 20% |
| India | $71.3M | 16% |
| South Korea | $53.4M | 12% |
| China | $32.9M | 7.3% |
| Mexico | $23.4M | 5.2% |
| Italy | $17.2M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $15.6M | 3.5% |
| Vietnam | $12.7M | 2.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $10.0M | 2.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.45 per kg, 27% above the world average of $4.28. 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.
Welded stainless tube exports from the United States
Exports of welded stainless tube by the United States reached $206.8 million in 2024 (24.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 126 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Mexico (45%), Canada (20%), Costa Rica (8%). Among the main buyer markets, Costa Rica grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $93.8M | 45% |
| Canada | $41.3M | 20% |
| Costa Rica | $16.0M | 7.8% |
| China | $6.8M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $6.5M | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $6.2M | 3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.9M | 1.4% |
| Australia | $2.7M | 1.3% |
| India | $2.5M | 1.2% |
| Germany | $2.3M | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States welded stainless tube imports (HS 7306.40): 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 7306.40: Steel, stainless: tubes, pipes and hollow profiles, welded, of circular cross-section, n.e.c. in chapter 73.
Common questions
What is the value of welded stainless tube imported by the United States?
The United States imported welded stainless tube worth $450.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 82.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 208 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was up 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply welded stainless tube to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($94.2 million), followed by Taiwan (20%) and India (16%). The top three together account for 57%, out of 50 supplier countries in total. Mexico grew fastest among the top ten, up 38% on the year.
What is the average import price of welded stainless tube per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.45 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $4.28 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of welded stainless tube to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $410.8 million in 2017 to $450.1 million in 2024, an increase of 10%. The peak was 2022 at $587.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $402.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export welded stainless tube?
Yes. The United States exported $206.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and Costa Rica. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $243.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for welded stainless tube?
The HS code for welded stainless tube is subheading 7306.40. It sits in HS chapter 73 (iron or steel articles). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7306 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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