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China: Market for Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel) 2024

Market Size for Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel) in China

After two years of growth, the Chinese market for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) decreased by X% to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, the total consumption indicated a temperate increase from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Consumption of peaked at $X in 2021, and then reduced in the following year.

Production of Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel) in China

In value terms, production of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) dropped modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume increased by X%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production of growth remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel)

Exports from China

In 2022, exports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) from China skyrocketed to X tons, picking up by X% compared with the year before. Overall, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, exports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) soared to $X in 2022. In general, total exports indicated temperate growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by X% against 2020 indices. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Kuwait (X tons), Thailand (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the main destinations of exports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) from China, together comprising X% of total exports. The United Arab Emirates, the Philippines, Canada, Indonesia, India, Myanmar, Oman, Turkey, Nigeria and Australia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Myanmar (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for iron or steel pipe and tube exported from China were the Philippines ($X), South Korea ($X) and Thailand ($X), together comprising X% of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, the Philippines, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated pronounced growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, export price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) increased by X% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Philippines ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Kuwait ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Philippines (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Tubes, Pipes And Hollow Profiles (Of Iron Or Steel)

Imports into China

In 2022, the amount of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) imported into China fell significantly to X tons, with a decrease of X% on the previous year. Overall, imports showed a noticeable slump. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports of attained the peak figure at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, imports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) fell to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a perceptible slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports of remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Japan (X tons) constituted the largest iron or steel pipe and tube supplier to China, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, imports of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) from Japan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, South Korea (X tons), threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Germany (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Japan amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Korea (X% per year) and Germany (X% per year).

In value terms, Japan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) to China, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Korea ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Japan amounted to X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Korea (X% per year) and Italy (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average import price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) amounted to $X per ton, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of X%. 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 France ($X per ton), while the price for Vietnam ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of consumption of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) was China, accounting for 19% of total volume. Moreover, consumption of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Russia, twofold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 7.8% share.

What are the largest producers of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of production of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) was China, accounting for 26% of total volume. Moreover, production of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, threefold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 6.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) to China?

In value terms, Japan constituted the largest supplier of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) to China, comprising 41% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Korea, with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by Italy, with a 7.9% share.

What are the leading importers of tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) from China?

In value terms, the largest markets for iron or steel pipe and tube exported from China were the Philippines, South Korea and Thailand, with a combined 17% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) in China?

The average export price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) stood at $1,782 per ton in 2022, picking up by 19% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles (of iron or steel) in China?

The average import price for tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of iron or steel) stood at $4,839 per ton in 2022, increasing by 26% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for iron or steel pipe and tube in China. 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 24201110 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, seamless, of stainless steel
Prodcom 24201150 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, seamless, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24201210 - Casing, tubing and drill pipe, of a kind used in the drilling for oil or gas, seamless, of stainless steel
Prodcom 24201250 - Casing, tubing and drill pipe, of a kind used in the drilling for oil or gas, seamless, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24201310 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, seamless, of stainless steel (excluding line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines and casing, tubing and drill pipe used for oil or gas drilling)
Prodcom 24201330 - Precision tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, colddrawn or cold-rolled, seamless, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24201350 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, cold-drawn or coldrolled, s eamless, of steel other than stainless steel (excluding precision tubes and pipes)
Prodcom 24201370 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, hot-finished, s eamless, of steel other than stainless steel (excluding line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines and casing, tubing and drill-pipe used for oil or gas drilling)
Prodcom 24201400 - Tubes and pipes, of non-circular cross-section, seamless, a nd hollow profiles, seamless, of steel
Prodcom 24202110 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, longitudinally welded, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel
Prodcom 24202150 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, other than longitudinally welded, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel
Prodcom 24202200 - Casing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas, welded, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel
Prodcom 24202300 - Tubes and pipes, welded, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel (excluding line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines and casing used for oil or gas drilling)
Prodcom 24202400 - Tubes and pipes, riveted or similarly closed, of an external diameter > .406,4 mm, of steel (excluding line pipe for oil and gas pipelines, casing used for oil or gas drilling and welded tubes and pipes)
Prodcom 24203110 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, longitudinally or spirally welded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of stainless steel
Prodcom 24203150 - Line pipe, of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, longitudinally or spirally welded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203210 - Casing and tubing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas, w elded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of stainless steel
Prodcom 24203250 - Casing and tubing, of a kind used in drilling for oil or gas, w elded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203310 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, welded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of stainless steel (excluding line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines, and casing and tubing used for oil or gas drilling)
Prodcom 24203340 - Precision tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, welded, o f an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203370 - Tubes and pipes, of circular cross-section, hot- or coldformed and welded, of an external diameter . .406,4 mm, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203410 - Tubes and pipes, of non-circular cross-section, hot- or coldformed and welded, of stainless steel
Prodcom 24203430 - Tubes and pipes, of square or rectangular cross-section, of a wall thickness . 2 mm, hotor cold-formed and welded, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203450 - Tubes and pipes, of square or rectangular cross-section, of a wall thickness > 2 mm, hot-or cold-formed and welded, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203470 - Tubes and pipes, of other non-circular cross-section than square or rectangular, hot- or cold-formed and welded, of steel other than stainless steel
Prodcom 24203500 - Tubes and pipes, open seam, riveted or similarly closed, of steel (excluding line pipe for oil and gas pipelines, casing and tubing used for oil or gas drilling and other welded tubes and pipes)
Prodcom 24512000 - Tubes, pipes and hollow profiles of cast iron excluding tubes, p ipes, hollow profiles made into identifiable parts of articles, s uch as sections of central heating radiators and machinery parts

Country coverage:

China

Data coverage:

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

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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. 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. 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. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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
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