Zinc-coated welded mesh imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported zinc-coated welded mesh worth $176.7 million (97.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 207 countries for imports of this product. That is 5% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $231.2 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 | $176.7M | 97.0K t |
| 2023 | $168.5M | 87.8K t |
| 2022 | $200.8M | 87.6K t |
| 2021 | $231.2M | 117.7K t |
| 2020 | $165.1M | 103.4K t |
| 2019 | $121.8M | 74.7K t |
| 2018 | $127.9M | 81.8K t |
| 2017 | $98.3M | 70.3K t |
Where the United States imports zinc-coated welded mesh from
The largest suppliers were Canada (33%), China (32%), Vietnam (13%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $58.7M | 33% |
| China | $56.6M | 32% |
| Vietnam | $22.6M | 13% |
| Mexico | $11.6M | 6.6% |
| Thailand | $5.2M | 3% |
| United Kingdom | $5.0M | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $4.0M | 2.3% |
| Netherlands | $2.8M | 1.6% |
| South Africa | $2.7M | 1.5% |
| Malaysia | $2.4M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.82 per kg, close to the world average of $1.72.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Zinc-coated welded mesh exports from the United States
Exports of zinc-coated welded mesh by the United States reached $17.7 million in 2024 (8.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 10th of 106 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Canada (50%), Mexico (46%), Bahamas (1%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+73% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $8.8M | 50% |
| Mexico | $8.1M | 46% |
| Bahamas | $133K | 0.8% |
| Uruguay | $87K | 0.5% |
| Australia | $81K | 0.5% |
| Chile | $76K | 0.4% |
| China | $66K | 0.4% |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | $53K | 0.3% |
| Aruba | $42K | 0.2% |
| Ecuador | $39K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States zinc-coated welded mesh imports (HS 7314.31): 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 7314.31: Iron or steel wire: grill, netting and fencing, welded at the intersection, n.e.c. in item no. 7314.20, plated or coated with zinc.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc-coated welded mesh imported by the United States?
The United States imported zinc-coated welded mesh worth $176.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 97.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 207 countries worldwide, with 27% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply zinc-coated welded mesh to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($58.7 million), followed by China (32%) and Vietnam (13%). The top three together account for 78%, out of 36 supplier countries in total. Turkey grew fastest among the top ten, up 411% on the year.
What is the average import price of zinc-coated welded mesh per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.82 per kg in 2024, 6% above the world average of $1.72 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of zinc-coated welded mesh to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $98.3 million in 2017 to $176.7 million in 2024, an increase of 80%. The peak was 2021 at $231.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $161.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export zinc-coated welded mesh?
Yes. The United States exported $17.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Mexico and the Bahamas. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $159.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc-coated welded mesh?
The HS code for zinc-coated welded mesh is subheading 7314.31. 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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