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Which country exports the most steel? In 2023, world crude steel output will reach nearly 1.84 billion tons. China is the world's largest steel producer, providing more than 50% of global steel production.In the article below, we invite you to join MRS Steel to find out what country exports the most steel.What country exports the most steel? Find out more about MRS Steel in the article belowOverview of the global steel industry situationAccording to data from the World Steel Association (Worldsteel), crude steel output in 71 countries reached 148.1 million tons in January 2024, down 1.6% over the same period last year. In particular, crude steel production in some regions has grown and recovered, such as Iran (39.3%), Turkey (24.7%), India (7.3%),...Meanwhile, China's crude steel production is still decreasing over the same period in 2023. Specifically, China's crude steel output reached 77.2 million tons, down 7% over the same period in 2022. Manufacturers and other exporters also recorded a decrease in crude steel output, such as Brazil, the US, Germany,...Previously, in 2023, the crude steel output of 71 countries reached about 1.84 billion tons. China still maintains its position as the world's largest steel producer, followed by India and Japan.5 countries with the largest crude steel production in the worldMajor steel exporting countries in the world. What country exports the most steel?Below, MRS Steel will provide you with the top 5 countries biggest exporters of steel. And also find out what country exports the most steel.China - The world's biggest steel exportersAs the country with the largest steel industry globally, China accounts for over 50% of the world's steel output. In 2023, China's steel exports reached 90,264 up 36.2% over the same period last year, marking a near-record high. Export growth amid weak domestic demand reflects China's struggling real estate sector. China's 2023 steel exports to Southeast Asia and Central Europe see a significant increase. Among them, Vietnam and Turkey are two export markets with high levels of growth.Currently, China is also the world's biggest steel exporter. Every year, China provides more than 50% of global crude steel output. Therefore, this is also the reason why this country has become the biggest exporters of steel in the world.JapanRanked 2nd in the list of the biggest exporters of steel, in 2023 Japan produced 87,0 million tons, of which exports reached 32,7 million tons, up 1.2% over the same period last year. This is also one of the largest steel-exporting countries in the world. Japan's main export market is Korea with 5,6 million tons, up 3.8%; exports to China reached 2,85 million tons, down 28.9%; exports to Taiwan reached 1,6 million tons, down 12.4%; exports to Thailand reached 4,7 million tons, down 7.2%; and exports to the US decreased 3.1% to only 1,2 million tons.Although only producing 87,0 million tons, Japan exported more than 32 million tons, which shows that export output accounts for nearly 30% of the total steel output of the entire industry. With Japan's biggest steel exporters, Nippon Steel, having just agreed to acquire US Steel, it is predicted that by 2024, Japan's crude steel output will grow dramatically.Export volume and value of iron and steel products from Japan from 2014 to 2023KoreaAs one of the biggest exporters of steel, Korea will produce 66,7 million tons in 2023. However, according to SteelMint data, in the first half of 2023, Korea exported about 12,3 million tons of steel, up 3% over the same period last year. Currently, steel exports from Korea still have a high fluctuation range because this country is experiencing a decrease in domestic demand as well as crude steel output. Currently, Korean steel exports are still focused mainly on Asian markets and other developed countries.GermanyAs Europe's biggest steel exporters, in 2022 Germany exported about 29 million tons of steel, earning 36,9 billion USD. In particular, the largest export market is France with 10.1%, followed by Poland with 9.95%, Italy with 9.88%, the Netherlands with 4.48%, and Belgium with 7.48%. The remaining 10% belongs to other countries. In general, Germany's steel export market does not have many changes as it mainly exports to the European market, with the largest export items being galvanized steel and alloy steel products.ItalyItaly is one of the top 5 countries that export steel and ranked 2nd in Europe after Germany, by 2023, Italy's crude steel output will reach 21.1 million tons. According to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade, Italy's iron and steel exports in 2023 will reach 17.12 billion USD. Specifically, in the first six months of the year, Italy exported 7.5 million tons of steel, up 7% over the same period last year. Italy's main export markets are Germany, France, the United States, Spain, and Poland.Vietnam's steel exports grew outstandingAccording to statistics, in 2023 Vietnam domestic crude steel production reached nearly 19,2 million tons, ranking 13th in the world. In terms of export output alone, Vietnam's steel industry ranks 14th among the biggest exporters of steel. In 2023, according to the General Department of Customs, in the first 10 months of the year, Vietnam exported more than 9,1 million tons, an increase of 30.7% over the previous year, with the main export markets in the ASEAN region and the EU, the United States and India,... Among them, the EU market has emerged as a potential bright spot, accounting for about 26% of the steel export market share in this market each year. Of which, Italy is the country that imports the most steel from Vietnam with over 1,35 million tons, growing by 128%, Belgium imports 0,49 million tons, growing by 30%, Spain imports 0,35 million tons, growing by 30%. 70.2%.Vietnam's steel production prospects will increase by about 10% in 2024 and 8% in 2025 when demand for steel in domestic economic sectors recovers. It is expected that in 2024, steel consumption will increase by about 6.4% and export output will increase to nearly 13 million tons. With continuous development and increasing production output, Vietnam is on the journey to becoming one of the biggest exporters of steel.Top 5 largest steel export markets in Vietnam 2023MRS Steel - Quality steel supply solutions in VietnamAs one of the countries with a developed steel industry, Vietnam's steel export output has been increasing in recent years. MRS Steel is one of the steel exporters that receives the trust of customers from many countries around the world. We are proud to bring you steel products with outstanding quality and reasonable prices.Currently, we are supplying steel products to all markets around the world, including Southeast Asia, Mexico, Australia, America, Spain,... If you are interested in importing steel from Vietnam, please contact us or fill out our form.In the above article, MRS Steel has given you information about the steel-exporting countries in the world and what country exports the most steel. 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Carbon steel is steel made of iron and carbon with some other ingredients such as manganese, silicon, phosphorus,... Let's delve deeper into the characteristics, applications, and important aspects of this type of steel with MRS Steel.Carbon steel is among the top 4 most popular types of steel, used in many fields such as industry, manufacturing, civil use,... because of its flexibility and hardness.The more carbon in the steel, the higher the hardness and durability of the steel, in which carbon steel components can contain up to 2.1 wt.% carbon. The relatively low production cost of carbon steel makes it more preferred over other types of steel. Below, MRS Steel will explore with you the pros and corn, production methods and applications of carbon steel.Carbon steel is steel made of carbon along with other elementsWhat are the different types of carbon steel?Carbon steel is categorized into three types based on its carbon content:Low carbon steelLow carbon steel has a carbon ratio of 0.04 - 0.25% or 0.29% with small amounts of other elements. Therefore, steel has low hardness and durability, so it is also called mild steel. However, they exhibit good ductility and can be easily shaped by pressing or bending, even when cold-formed.Medium carbon steelMedium carbon steels with average carbon content (0.25 - 0.5%), providing good corrosion resistance and high durability. Medium carbon steel has good heat treatment and cutting performance but poor welding performance, requiring preheating in welding. This type of steel is mainly used in high-strength moving parts such as air compressors, pump pistons, turbine blades, gears, crankshafts, rollers,...High carbon steelThanks to the carbon content of 0.6 - 2%, high carbon steel has good bearing capacity and high durability. The hardness of this steel can be up to 60 - 65 HRC according to Rockwell C. High carbon steel is mainly used in the production of springs, wear parts and high-hardness tools.Each type of carbon steel exhibits unique properties and applicationsWhat is carbon steel made ofCarbon steel is primarily made up of iron and carbon, combined with a number of other ingredients such as manganese, silicon, phosphorus,... In which, the carbon content determines the mechanical properties and durability of the steel. If the amount of carbon is low, the plasticity is high, convenient for shaping, bending and vice versa. However, the hardness and brittleness of the product depends on the metallurgy and heat treatment process. The carbon ratio can range from 0.02 - 2.1% depending on the amount of steel but the common ratio is 0.1 - 0.3%.Pros and cons of carbon steelAdvantagesEach carbon steel type has unique mechanical properties when undergoing metallurgy and heat treatment. Manufacturers can adjust technical parameters to create outstanding advantages for carbon steels as follows:High durability and hardness: High carbon content enhances the steel's bearing capacity and resists environmental impacts.Corrosion resistance: Carbon steel has extremely good corrosion resistance, so it is often used in the chemical, petroleum and marine industries.Good bending and melting ability: The amount of carbon can be easily customized to help the steel have flexibility for shaping, which is crucial in manufacturing and construction processes.DisadvantagesCarbon steel still have some disadvantages such as:Easy to rust: Manufacturers often add about 10-12% chromium to the composition, which acts as a moisture-proof layer to help limit rust when exposed to the environment.Poor aesthetics: Carbon steel lacks the smooth, shiny surface like stainless steel. Therefore, they are often applied to products that do not require high aesthetics such as pipes, machinery, spare parts,...Carbon steel strength helps it be applied in many areas of lifeHow is carbon steel madeCarbon steel can be produced from iron ore, scrap steel or a combination of both without losing its properties and strength. By heating iron ore and coke in the absence of air at a temperature of about 1650 degrees Celsius, the molten iron is enriched in carbon from the burning coke. The remaining impurities combine with lime to form slag, which floats on the metal surface to be removed. The product initially contains approximately 4% carbon, which is then decarbonized to reduce it to the desired level. Decarbonization occurs by passing oxygen through the melt forming monoxide and carbon dioxide.Applications of carbon steelsPossessing many outstanding properties, carbon steel is a material widely used in many different industries, typically:Road and bridge construction: Carbon steel has good corrosion resistance and high durability, suitable for building infrastructure such as roads, bridges, buildings, tunnels,...Automobile industry: Carbon steel is an ideal material for car parts such as vehicle frames, wings, hoods, exhaust pipes,... because of its high hardness, lightness and durable structure that helps reduce weight and increase space efficiency for vehicles.Aerospace industry: With its lightweight properties and outstanding mechanical strength, carbon steel is used in the production of aircraft components, spacecraft bodies and rockets.Oil and gas industry: Carbon steels are used to produce equipment and oil pipes thanks to its good bearing capacity. This will ensure the safety and performance of pipeline systems under the harsh conditions of the oil and gas industry.Manufacturing and machinery industry: Carbon steel has ductility and flexible shaping, so it is suitable for processing and producing machine parts such as shafts, bearings, gears,...Carbon steel's resilience makes it ideal for infrastructure, vehicles, and machineryImport the best quality Vietnamese carbon steel at MRS SteelAccording to Worldsteel, Vietnam ranked 12th in the world in crude steel output with 19 million tons in 2023 and belongs to the group of steel exporting countries with a turnover of over 10 billion USD. Vietnam is increasingly enhancing its position in the steel export sector. This has opened up many opportunities for steel importers to have more quality supply at good prices.Although Vietnam always creates conditions to promote international trade exchange, many complex policies, regulations and procedures can make it difficult for importers. MRS Steel is a unit sourcing and supporting the import of Vietnamese steel to the United States, Australia, Mexico, Europe, Belgium, Malaysia, Indonesia,...The network connecting the largest steel manufacturers in Vietnam, understanding the customs clearance process and handling incidents, problems,... are advantages that help MRS Steel satisfy 100% of customers throughout 12 years of operation. We always strive to bring satisfaction to importers through optimizing purchasing costs, time and effort.Carbon steel are an important material with high applicability in life. Therefore, choosing the correct type of steel suitable for the project greatly contributes to the effectiveness of the project. If you have any questions or need to import reputable Vietnamese carbon steel, please contact MRS Steel for the best support!

Stainless steel is a material with extremely good corrosion and rust resistance and high aesthetics, widely used in many fields of medicine, interior design and high-end construction. According to the International Stainless Steel Forum (ISSF), it is predicted that stainless steel consumption will increase by 3.6% by 2024. So which leading stainless steel manufacturers in the world will contribute to this growth? Let’s read the article about the top 10 largest stainless steel manufacturers in the world below.Baosteel Group, ChinaBaosteel Group is a state-owned steel and iron manufacturing company launched in 2016 after merging with Weihan Iron and Steel Group. Baowu China is the largest steel producer in China and the world with a total output of 119.95 million tons in 2021. Baowu aims to produce 200 million tons of crude steel by 2050 and expand its stainless steel market share by acquiring foreign steel companies. The company produces 03 main types of steel: carbon steel, stainless steel and special steel, exporting to approximately 40 countries in regions including Europe, North America, Asia and Africa.POSCO, South KoreaPOSCO Group is a Korean global stainless steel company, achieving first place in the World Steel Association's competitiveness assessment for 11 consecutive years. Currently, POSCO is operating two integrated steel plants in Korea, located in Pohang and Gwangyang with an annual production capacity of 42 million tons steel. In 2022, POSCO produced nearly 1.5 million tons of stainless steel for application in many fields such as automobile manufacturing, electronic equipment, construction materials,... In Vietnam, POSCO had a joint venture with the Yamato Group, forming POSCO YAMATO VINA STEEL (PY VINA), known as the No. 1 cold-rolled steel and stainless steel manufacturer in Vietnam. POSCO is operating a steel factory in Ba Ria - Vung Tau with an annual production capacity of 1 million tons and 500,000 tons shaped steel.Outokumpu, FinlandOutokumpu Oyj is the largest stainless steel manufacturing company in Europe and the second in the Americas, headquartered in Finland and operating in more than 40 countries around the world. As the world's leading stainless steel brand, Outokumpu's products meet the requirements of many different industries and strict quality standards.Outokumpu is also the only stainless steel manufacturer with a fully integrated production line. In 2023, global stainless steel plate production capacity reached 72.6 million tons, up 1% over the same period. Outokumpu aims to produce sustainable stainless steel with 90% of products originating from recycled steel, reducing carbon emissions by 75% compared to conventional steel.AK Steel, USAAK Steel Corporation, founded in 1899, has continuously developed the latest technology to lead in the stainless steel industry. After more than 100 years of operation, AK Steel has always been a reliable supplier of high quality stainless steel products. Currently, AK Steel operates 08 steel mills and 02 pipe factories across the United States. In 2019, AK Steel won the title of GM Supplier of the Year for Non Fabricated Steel by General MotorsNippon Steel Corporation, JapanNippon Steel Corporation (NSC) is the largest Japanese steel manufacturer, headquartered in Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo. With more than 16 steel factories in Japan and a series of branches in more than 15 countries, NSC produces and supplies a variety of steel types, especially high quality stainless steel. Not only has strength in stainless steel production, Nippon Steel was also the largest crude steel producer in Japan and the 4th largest in the world by 2022. In 2023, Nippon acquired one of the first steel corporations of the United States - US Steel. This will increase Nippon Steel's crude steel production capacity to 100 million tons, strengthening its position in the global steel industry.Tata Steel, IndiaTata steel is an Indian multinational steel manufacturing company headquartered in Mumbai. According to the World Steel Association, Tata has entered the top 10 largest steel producing countries in the world with a capacity of 30.59 million tons. Tata Steel aims to reach a production capacity of 40 million tons of steel by 2030.Aperam, LuxembourgAperam is a global stainless steel producer with a capacity of 2.5 million tons of flat stainless steel in Europe and Brazil. In 2022, Aperam achieved revenue of 5,102 million EUR and exported 1.82 million tons. Currently, Aperam is headquartered in Luxembourg, operates 6 production facilities located in Brazil, Belgium and France, 15 steel service centers and 15 sales offices globally. After acquiring ELG in December 2021, the company also became a major recycler of high-performance alloys and stainless steel scrap with an annual capacity of 1.2 million tons. The company generated revenue of $5.121 billion in 2021.Guangxi chengde Group, ChinaGuangxi Chengde Group is a joint venture by Guangxi Beibu Gulf International Port Group and Guangdong Foshan Chengde Special Steel Co., Ltd. Guangxi Chengde. They have an annual production capacity of 1.6 million tons of nickel-chromium alloy steel bills, 3 million tons of nickel-chromium alloy hot-rolled strips and 1.2 million tons of strips. Guangxi Chengde Group owns China's largest alloy smelting procedure, leading in stainless steel production techniques, especially plates and stripes.JFE Steel, JapanJFE Steel Corporation was established in 2002 through the merger of Kawasaki Steel and Nihon Kokan. JFE Steel is the 2nd largest steel producer in Japan and the only stainless steel producer in the world specializing in ferritic and martensitic stainless steels. JFE Steel Group produces approximately 350,000 tons of thin stainless steel per year, specializing in providing the best quality stainless steel products to consumers globally.Acerinox, SpainAcerinox, founded in 1970, is Spain's largest stainless steel producer with a smelting plant with a capacity of 3.5 million tons. Acerinox's production network includes 13 factories, including 6 stainless steel factories. In March 2020, Acerinox acquired VDM Metals for $534 million. VDM Metals specializes in the production and development of special alloys and high-performance stainless steels and is recognized as the R+D+I standard in the industry.Hopefully MRS Steel's article on the top 10 largest stainless steel manufacturers in the world has helped you update the latest global steel news. If you have any questions or need to import high quality Vietnamese steel at good prices, please contact MRS Steel for the best advice! 

Currently, Korea is the world's 6th largest steel producer, with total output in 2022 reaching 65.9 million tons. To create a strong steel industry like today, a lot of contributions from steel manufacturing enterprises are needed. In the article below, we invite you to join MRS Steel to learn about the top 5 leading steel mills in Korea.POSCOPosco currently operates two integrated steel mills in Korea, in the cities of Pohang and Gwangyang. In addition, Posco also has joint venture activities with U.S. Steel Corporation, which has the aircraft carrier USS-POSCO located in Pittsburg, California, United States. In addition to iron and steel production, Posco is also present in the field of building design and construction.Besides, Posco also expanded its business activities in other countries, including Vietnam, China, India, Mexico, and Australia. In Vietnam, Posco Vietnam Co., Ltd. belongs to the POSCO Group with a steel mill in Phu My II industrial park, Tan Thanh, Ba Ria-Vung Tau and is also one of the largest steel manufacturing factories in Vietnam. Hyundai Steel Co., LtdHyundai Steel is a multinational steel mill with headquarters located in Incheon and Seoul, South Korea, a subsidiary of the Hyundai Group. Founded in 1953, it is currently Korea's oldest and largest steel manufacturer. In addition, Hyundai Steel is also the second-largest steel producer using EAF electric arc furnace technology in the world.Hyundai is a steel mill that produces a variety of products, from H-beam steel, rails and rebar to hot-rolled steel, cold-rolled steel and stainless steel cold-rolled sheets. Currently, Hyundai Steel operates six main manufacturing complexes, respectively, in Incheon, Dangjin, Pohang, Suncheon, Ulsan (Korea), and Tianjin (China).Dongkuk SteelEstablished in 1954, Dongkuk Steel was the first private steel mill in Korea, laying the foundation for the national steel industry. Based on the patriotic philosophy of steel, Dongkuk Steel has contributed to the economic and industrial development of Korea with the best steel products to this day.The production output of Dongkuk Steel steel mills is about 8.1 billion tons (according to 2021 data). The group's products are mainly used in construction industry applications and are partly exported. Currently, Dongkuk Steel specializes in distributing and manufacturing steel products, including steel plates, shaped steel, and reinforcing bars, in addition to providing products according to customer needs with a full range of colors and patterns.Currently, Dongkuk Steel has representative offices in several countries around the world. In Vietnam, Dongkuk Steel has established a steel mill called Vietnam Steel Service Center (VSSC), located in Phu My 2 Industrial Park, Ba Ria Vung Tau province. The factory invested in by Dongkuk Steel was completed in December 2021 and will begin full operation in the second quarter of 2022.Daehan Steel Daehan Steel, one of the major steel mills in Korea, started from a small hardware store in Busan in 1954. It started producing steel products to serve domestic needs and then exported them to Australia and Singapore. Daehan Steel also hopes to establish a rebar production system with a network covering all of Asia.In 2010, Daehan Steel launched a new brand called Staz, meaning "Steel Solution from A to Z,"  to analyze needs and provide optimal solutions to customers. The Staz solution has received positive feedback from construction sites despite the continued downturn in the construction industry and has helped the company rise to become Korea's third-largest steel company.Thanks to an effective business strategy, Daehan Steel continues to expand its scale of operations in the Asian market. In 2013, Daehan Steel had a steel mill in Vietnam, located in My Phuoc 3 Industrial Park, Ben Cat Town, Binh Duong Province.SeAH SteelSeAH Steel is a subsidiary of SeAH Steel Holdings after its transformation into two separate entities in 2018. Founded as a steel mill in 1960 by Lee Jong-Deok as Steel Pipe Industry Corporation Pusan. SeAH Steel is the largest steel pipe manufacturer in Korea, and its main products include steel pipes, titanium pipes, stainless steel pipes, and color galvanized steel sheets. Currently, SeAH has four steel mills in Korea, located in Pohang, Gunsan, Suncheon and Changwon.In 1995, SeAH entered into a joint venture with a Vietnamese company to establish Saigon Steel Pipe Joint Venture Company. However, since October 16, 2006, it has officially transformed into a 100% foreign-invested limited liability company with the trading name SeAH Steel Vina Corporation. Currently, in the Vietnamese market, SeAH has 2 steel mills located in Bien Hoa 2 Industrial Park and Nhon Trach Industrial Park in Dong Nai province.MRS Steel has provided you with information about the top 5 large steel mills in Korea. Please look forward to our next articles. If you have any questions, please contact us for answers.