[SMM Iron & Steel] US Iron & Steel Scrap Exports Fall 27.1% MoM in April 2026

Published: Jun 15, 2026 17:57
US iron and steel scrap exports totaled 1 million tonnes in April 2026, down 27.1% month-on-month and 4.7% year-on-year, per the US International Trade Commission. Canada was the top destination at 185,406 tonnes (+187.9% MoM), followed by Mexico (144,175 tonnes), Turkey (136,066 tonnes), and Thailand (79,886 tonnes). Export value reached 480.82 million USD, down from 669.24 million USD in March and 464.46 million USD in April 2025.

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US iron and steel scrap exports totaled 1 million tonnes in April 2026 - Shanghai Metals Market (SMM)