HS Code:
Conduit tubing, classified under HS Code 7306.30 (for steel tubes) and related codes, refers to hollow, cylindrical products primarily used for protecting and routing electrical wiring or cables, as well as for fluid transportation in industrial and construction applications. These products are typically made of steel, aluminum, or plastic, with variations such as rigid metal conduit (RMC), electrical metallic tubing (EMT), and flexible conduits. They are essential in infrastructure projects, commercial buildings, and residential constructions for safety and durability.
Total Trade Volume
USD 5.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database, International Trade Centre (ITC)
USD 1.3 billion
25% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 900 million
17.3% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 650 million
12.5% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 450 million
8.7% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 380 million
7.3% of total trade of total trade
Stable
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
15% (imposed by certain developing countries on steel conduits)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like USMCA and EU trade pacts)
Rising demand for sustainable materials
Increased use of recyclable aluminum and plastic conduits over traditional steel due to environmental regulations and cost-effectiveness.
2021-2023
Growth in renewable energy projects
Higher demand for conduit tubing in solar and wind energy installations for cable protection, especially in North America and Europe.
2022-2023
Urbanization and infrastructure development
Rapid urbanization in Asia-Pacific and Africa drives demand for conduit tubing in construction and electrical systems.
2020-2023
The United States introduced additional anti-dumping duties of up to 10% on Chinese steel conduit tubing to protect domestic manufacturers.
March 2023
Likely to shift trade flows towards other suppliers like South Korea and Mexico, increasing costs for US importers in the short term.
The European Union's Green Deal policies are pushing manufacturers to adopt low-carbon production methods for steel and aluminum conduits.
January 2023
May increase production costs but improve market access for compliant manufacturers in the EU.
Mexico has seen a surge in investments for conduit tubing manufacturing, driven by proximity to the US market and USMCA benefits.
June 2022
Strengthens Mexico’s position as a key supplier to North America, potentially reducing reliance on Asian imports.