US cold-rolled steel coil imports declined significantly in July 2026, reflecting weaker inbound steel volumes compared with both the previous month and last year. According to preliminary trade data, the US imported approximately 55,800 tons of cold-rolled steel coils during July, marking a 36% month-on-month decline and a 44.5% drop from July 2025. The value of cold-rolled coil imports also fell sharply to around $51.1 million, down 37% from June and 47.4% year on year. Despite the overall contraction, Vietnam strengthened its position as the largest supplier to the US market, shipping nearly 17,000 tons during July. Vietnamese shipments increased 21.7% month on month and surged 197% compared with the same period last year. Canada ranked as the second-largest supplier, delivering approximately 12,600 tons. The latest figures highlight changing trade flows in the US cold-rolled steel market, with total imports weakening even as Vietnam expands its share among key overseas suppliers.
US Cold-Rolled Steel Coil Imports Drop Sharply in July 2026
US cold-rolled steel coil imports fell 36% month on month to 55,800 tons in July 2026, while Vietnam emerged as the leading supplier.
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