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In early April 2025, the global stainless steel market was rocked by two major policy shifts: on one side, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a new wave of tariffs on imported stainless steel products, aiming to protect domestic manufacturers; on the other side, China officially launched a regulatory policy that effectively bans “under-the-table” (buy-on-behalf) export practices, especially in the stainless steel sector. These dual shocks have triggered sharp price fluctuations, forced trade route realignments, and accelerated the restructuring of global supply strategies.

Global Stainless Steel Prices (Mar 25-Apr 1,2025) 
global stainless steel price 2024.04.09
Global Stainless Steel Prices (Apr 1-8,2025) 

I. China's Price Drop: Double Impact of Tariff and Export Restrictions

Below is a comparison of Chinese domestic stainless steel prices before and after the policy changes (unit: Yuan/ton):

Product TypeMar 25–Apr 1Post-Apr 2Change
مركز أبحاث السرطان13,70013,400▼300
مجلس حقوق الإنسان13,20013,000▼200
خردة10,2009,700▼500

While the tariff announcement caused an expected dip due to shrinking U.S.-bound demand, the greater impact came from China’s restriction on informal export channels, which historically enabled many smaller traders to ship products abroad without proper documentation or export qualifications.

II. The End of “Buy-on-Behalf” Exports: A Turning Point for Small Exporters

"Buy-on-behalf" exports—where unqualified trading firms export goods under another company's name—have long been common in China’s stainless steel export model. With the government now strictly banning such practices:

  • Traders without valid export licenses will lose their ability to ship overseas;

  • A significant portion of low-price products will remain stuck in the domestic market, worsening price competition;

  • Qualified exporters with compliance capabilities will gain greater influence, leading to market consolidation.

III. Global Buyers’ Strategic Response: Risk and Opportunity

For Buyers with High Dependency on Chinese Stainless Steel:

  • Immediately verify whether your supplier has proper export qualifications to avoid clearance issues;

  • Shift procurement towards larger, established exporters with a strong compliance track record;

  • Prepare to benefit from market shakeouts, which may improve pricing leverage with top-tier suppliers.

For Buyers in Europe, the Middle East, and Neutral Markets:

  • Take advantage of temporary low Chinese prices to lock in short-term contracts;

  • Consider using third-country transshipment hubs, such as Thailand or Vietnam;

  • Ensure payment and customs routes are optimized for risk mitigation.

For Multinational Procurement Teams:

  • Conduct a compliance-based supplier audit across all sourcing markets;

  • Explore setting up regional sourcing hubs in Malaysia, Indonesia, or the Middle East;

  • Strategically reallocate supply ratios based on U.S. tariff and China policy impacts to maintain global continuity.

IV. Conclusion: An Industry Reshuffle Has Begun

Trump’s tariff measures and China’s export crackdown are jointly reshaping the global stainless steel landscape. While short-term price volatility is inevitable, the long-term trend will favor transparency, compliance, and supply chain consolidation.

For global stainless steel buyers, this marks a pivotal moment—not just a challenge, but a chance to upgrade supplier networks, secure long-term cost advantages, and adapt to a new era of regulated trade.

ملحوظة: 
الأسعار المذكورة أعلاه تتعلق بالفولاذ المقاوم للصدأ من الدرجة 304 (CRC) أو HRC أو الخردة. في الصين، تعتمد معايير الفولاذ المقاوم للصدأ على فولاذ 304 CRC من هونغوانغ وفولاذ 304 HRC من تسينغشان، والتي تعكس أسعار السوق الفورية في ووشي، شرق الصين. بالنسبة للهند، صيغة التسعير هي: سعر الاستيراد = السعر المحلي × 1.085 (تعريفة 8.5%) + 50 (رسوم التخليص).

 

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