HS Code:
The category 'Having an outside diameter less than 215.9 mm' typically falls under specific Harmonized System (HS) codes related to pipes, tubes, and similar products made of materials like steel or other metals. This category often pertains to products used in industries such as construction, automotive, and energy for applications like plumbing, structural support, or fluid transport. The exact HS code is not provided, but it is likely within chapters 73 (articles of iron or steel) or similar categories. Products in this category are defined by their specific diameter constraints, making them suitable for particular industrial uses where smaller diameter tubes are required.
Total Trade Volume
USD 12.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 3.8 billion
30.4% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.9 billion
15.2% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 1.5 billion
12.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.2 billion
9.6% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 900 million
7.2% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2% ad valorem
Highest Rate
15% (imposed by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Japan EPA or USMCA)
Rising demand for lightweight materials
Increased use of smaller diameter tubes in automotive and aerospace industries for fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
2021-2023
Shift towards sustainable production
Manufacturers adopting green technologies to meet environmental regulations, affecting production costs and trade competitiveness.
2020-2022
Growth in renewable energy projects
Higher demand for small-diameter tubes in solar and wind energy infrastructure, boosting trade in specific markets.
2022-2023
The European Union introduced revised tariff-rate quotas on steel products, including small-diameter tubes, to balance market access and protect domestic producers.
July 2023
Potential reduction in export volumes from non-EU countries like China, redirecting trade flows to other regions.
The US Department of Commerce initiated an anti-dumping investigation into steel tube imports from several Asian countries, focusing on pricing practices.
March 2023
Possible imposition of higher duties, affecting cost structures for importers and potentially increasing prices for US consumers.
China reduced export tax rebates for certain steel products, including small-diameter tubes, to focus on domestic supply and environmental goals.
January 2023
Slight decrease in Chinese export competitiveness, creating opportunities for other exporting countries like South Korea and Japan.