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Baotou Steel Union (Tianjin) Iron and Steel Co.,

Which Countries Are the Main Export Destinations for Angle Steel?

2025 09/17

According to market data, China's angle steel (including standard angle steel and stainless steel angle steel) is primarily exported to emerging markets in Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. The key destinations are as follows:

1. Asia

  • Southeast Asia: Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, and the Philippines are major importers, particularly for medium-sized angle steel (e.g., No. 6 and No. 7 specifications).
  • Hong Kong and Macau: These regions serve as key transit hubs for China's angle steel exports.
  • India: Data from 2023 shows that India is one of the fastest-growing markets for Chinese steel exports in Asia.

2. Middle East & Arab Countries

  • The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt have strong demand for angle steel in construction, with stainless steel angle steel being particularly popular due to its corrosion resistance in hot, arid climates.

3. Latin America

  • Brazil and Mexico have seen rapid growth in imports, with China's angle steel exports to the region increasing by 44% in 2023.
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4. Africa

  • Egypt and Nigeria are key markets, with exports to Africa rising by 24% in 2023.

Additional Notes

  • Product Types: China mainly exports medium-sized angle steel (e.g., No. 6 and No. 7), while imports tend to focus on large, small, or specially shaped angle steel.
  • Key Exporting Regions: Steel mills in Liaoning, Hebei, Jiangsu, and Tianjin are the primary production and export bases.

For more detailed country-specific data or export volumes by product category, further reference to customs statistics may be required.