Zinc-plated steel sheet exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of zinc-plated steel sheet by the United States reached $88.7 million in 2024 (47.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 81 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 27% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $183.1 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 | $88.7M | 47.6K t |
| 2023 | $121.2M | 98.2K t |
| 2022 | $183.1M | 96.4K t |
| 2021 | $113.8M | 81.7K t |
| 2020 | $93.8M | 75.6K t |
| 2019 | $141.2M | 113.4K t |
| 2018 | $139.3M | 116.3K t |
| 2017 | $176.2M | 146.5K t |
Where the United States exports zinc-plated steel sheet to
One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 73% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $65.0M | 73% |
| Canada | $21.2M | 24% |
| South Korea | $809K | 0.9% |
| China | $394K | 0.4% |
| Dominican Republic | $352K | 0.4% |
| Vietnam | $263K | 0.3% |
| Japan | $171K | 0.2% |
| Bangladesh | $100K | 0.1% |
| El Salvador | $47K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $46K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.86 per kg, 82% above the world average of $1.02. 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.
Zinc-plated steel sheet imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported zinc-plated steel sheet worth $15.3 million (13.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were South Korea (47%), Canada (12%), Taiwan (6%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+880% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $7.2M | 47% |
| Canada | $1.9M | 12% |
| Taiwan | $949K | 6.2% |
| Sweden | $890K | 5.8% |
| Australia | $879K | 5.8% |
| Vietnam | $694K | 4.6% |
| Japan | $656K | 4.3% |
| Germany | $653K | 4.3% |
| Brazil | $612K | 4% |
| China | $503K | 3.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States zinc-plated steel sheet exports (HS 7210.30): 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 7210.30: Iron or non-alloy steel: flat-rolled, width 600mm or more, electrolytically plated or coated with zinc.
Common questions
What is the value of zinc-plated steel sheet exported by the United States?
The United States exported zinc-plated steel sheet worth $88.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 47.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 81 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 27% on 2023.
Which countries buy zinc-plated steel sheet from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 73% of the value ($65.0 million), followed by Canada (24%) and South Korea (1%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 32 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 85% on the year.
What is the average export price of zinc-plated steel sheet per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.86 per kg in 2024, 82% above the world average of $1.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of zinc-plated steel sheet from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $176.2 million in 2017 to $88.7 million in 2024, a fall of 50%. The peak was 2022 at $183.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $132.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import zinc-plated steel sheet?
Yes. The United States imported $15.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, Canada and Taiwan. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $73.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for zinc-plated steel sheet?
The HS code for zinc-plated steel sheet is subheading 7210.30. 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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