U.S. - Iron Or Steel Chain - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Metal Chain Price in the United States - 2023

Contents:

  1. Metal Chain Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022
  2. Metal Chain Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023
  3. Metal Chain Imports in the United States
  4. Metal Chain Exports in the United States

Metal Chain Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average metal chain import price amounted to $5,375 per ton, with an increase of 25% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.6%. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($16,514 per ton), while the price for Turkey ($2,546 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Taiwan (Chinese) (+7.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Metal Chain Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023

In August 2023, the average metal chain export price amounted to $4,410 per ton, reducing by -5% against the previous month. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in February 2023 when the average export price increased by 36% month-to-month. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $7,165 per ton. From March 2023 to August 2023, the the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Australia ($18,401 per ton), while the average price for exports to Tunisia ($2,856 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Hong Kong SAR (+2.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Metal Chain Imports in the United States

In 2022, overseas purchases of iron or steel chain decreased by -21% to 5.8K tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Overall, imports showed a mild reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by 40%. As a result, imports reached the peak of 8.5K tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, metal chain imports reduced slightly to $31M in 2022. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% from 2019 to 2022; however, the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 17%. As a result, imports attained the peak of $33M. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Import of Metal Chain in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
China18.516.215.218.90.7%
Germany2.31.92.53.211.6%
Canada1.40.50.51.910.7%
Taiwan (Chinese)0.91.31.51.723.6%
India0.73.33.71.528.9%
Turkey0.10.10.10.344.2%
Japan1.14.65.00.2-43.3%
Others3.35.32.93.41.0%
Total28.333.331.431.13.2%

Top Suppliers of Metal Chain to the United States in 2022:

  1. China (4405.2 tons)
  2. India (367.9 tons)
  3. Canada (213.1 tons)
  4. Germany (195.1 tons)
  5. Taiwan (Chinese) (151.7 tons)
  6. Turkey (101.6 tons)
  7. Japan (61.5 tons)

Metal Chain Exports in the United States

For the fourth consecutive year, the United States recorded growth in shipments abroad of iron or steel chain, which increased by 17% to 4.8K tons in 2022. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +8.4% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with only minor fluctuations in certain years. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, metal chain exports totaled $25M in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +11.2% from 2019 to 2022; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 19%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Export of Metal Chain in the United States (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Canada7.37.99.712.319.0%
Mexico4.14.03.43.9-1.7%
Australia1.82.22.32.15.3%
United Kingdom0.10.10.61.2128.9%
Chile0.20.10.10.535.7%
Dominican Republic0.10.30.30.571.0%
NigeriaN/AN/AN/A0.30%
Thailand1.11.80.1N/A-69.8%
Others3.73.06.74.56.7%
Total18.319.523.225.111.1%

Top Export Markets for Metal Chain from the United States in 2022:

  1. Canada (1983.3 tons)
  2. Mexico (835.7 tons)
  3. Australia (391.3 tons)
  4. United Kingdom (168.3 tons)
  5. Dominican Republic (145.4 tons)
  6. Chile (135.1 tons)
  7. Nigeria (72.8 tons)
  8. Thailand (12.2 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the metal chain market in the U.S.. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 25931750 - Iron or steel chain excluding articulated link chain, skid chain, s tud-link and welded link chain - chain saws, or other articles in which chains play a subsidiary role, surveying chains

Country coverage:

  • United States

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE
    3. TRADE BALANCE
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
    7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    14. Production Volume And Growth
    15. Exports And Growth
    16. Export Prices And Growth
    17. Market Size And Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports And Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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