Commodity Watch
The supply chain is constantly evolving and we’re here to help you stay ahead. As we move deeper into 2025, global and domestic markets are feeling the weight of increasing tariffs, commodity fluctuations, and ongoing manufacturer price adjustments. From steel pipe to copper fittings, nearly every segment of the mechanical and industrial supply chain is feeling pressure—and that means staying informed is more important than ever.
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Announced February 4, 2025 – 25% tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada, as well as 10% tariffs on imports from China, but the next day announced a one-month pause on Canada and Mexico after reaching agreements with each country. Continued with the planned 10% tariffs on goods from China.
Announced March 4, 2025 – Previously announced tariffs went into effect with Canada, Mexico and China, but the Canada and Mexico ones were again paused.
Effective March 12, 2025 – 25% on all imported steel, including from countries previously exempt (Canada, Mexico, EU, Japan, etc.)
Effective April 2, 2025 – 10% on all imports, with higher “reciprocal” tariffs for specific countries
Effective April 9, 2025 – Higher tariffs were implemented, including a 125% tariff on Chinese imports, and a 20% tariff on European Union goods.
Effective April 9, 2025 – 90-Day pause on “reciprocal tariffs” for most countries, reverting their rates to the baseline of 10%. However, the 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum remained in effect.
Effective May 12, 2025 – US and China have agreed to a 90-Day pause on most tariffs that they have imposed on each other since last month, taking a big step toward easing the trade war between the two countries.
With the U.S. reducing tariffs on Chinese exports to 30%, a surge in new orders has followed, which has the potential to push near-term global demand and freight activity higher, potentially increasing freight costs.
Effective June 4, 2025 – White House announced an additional 25% (for a total of 50%) on all imported steel and aluminum.
Effective August 1, 2025 – White House announced a 50% tariff on import copper.
As of August 5, 2025
2.5% Increase 2/7/25 – list and multiplier change
2.5% Increase 2/11/25 – multiplier change
3% Increase 2/14/25 – list price change
3% Increase 3/5/25 – list and multiplier change
2.5% Increase 3/7/25 – multiplier change
2.5% Increase 3/14/25 – multiplier change
4.5% Increase 3/20/25 – list and multiplier change
2.5% Increase 3/27/25 – multiplier change
4.5% Decrease 4/8/25 – list and multiplier change
4% Increase 4/23/25 – list and multiplier change
1% Decrease on 1/2″-1″ Type L, 2% increase on all other sizes and types 6/3/25 – list and multiplier change
2.5% Increase on 1/2″-1″ Type L, 5% increase on all other sizes and types 6/27/25 – list and multiplier change
5% Increase on 1/2″-1″ Type L, 8% increase on all other sizes and types 7/9/25 – list price change.
2.5% Increase 7/24/25 – multiplier change
7.5% Decrease on 1/2″ – 1″ and all other sizes and types and down about 5.5% 8/4/25 – list and multiplier change
5% Average increase 1/21/25
6.25% Average increase 2/5/25
6.25% Average increase 2/17/25
9% Average increase 2/27/25
7% Average increase 3/10/25
8% Average increase 3/21/25
13% Average increase 2/14/25
10% Average increase 2/27/25
20% Average increase 2/19/25
5% Increase 1/21/25
7% Increase 4/14/25
24% Increase 2/27/25
3-7% Average increase 3/1/25 Viega – ProPress Copper
5% Increase 2/10/25 Mueller Streamline
7% Increase 3/3/25 Mueller Streamline
20% Increase 5/1/25 Viega ProPress Stainless & MegaPress
12.5% Increase 8/18/25 Viega ProPress Stainless & MegaPress
7% Average increase 8/4/25 Mueller Streamline PRS Copper Press
25% Average increase 9/8/25 Viega ProPress Copper
25% Average increase 9/8/25 Mueller Streamline PRS Copper Press (amending the 7% increase effective 8/4/25)
8% Increase 2/17/25
7% Increase 4/7/25 – list and multiplier change
8.7% Average Increase 7/16/25
25% Average increase 2/18/25
4% Average increase 4/2/25
8%-14% Average increase 4/3/25
10% Average increase 6/5/25, based on added 25% tariffs. (now 50% on import steel). If the tariff sticks, there will likely be additional increases.
6% Increase 2/28/25
6.5% Increase 6/30/25
10% Increase 3/10/25
5%-25% Increase varies by item 4/14/25
5%-25% Increase varies by item 5/19/25
Previously announced increases effective 5/19/25 have been paused
5% Increase 2/1/25
4.5% Increase 11/15/2024
2%-10% Increase varies by product 4/2/25
18% Increase, varies by product 4/16/25
4% Increase on commercial & industrial ball valves (excludes press) 1/6/25
6% Increase on import ball valves 2/28/25
6% Increase on press ball valves 3/20/25
Increase notice 3/21/25
Increase notice 4/15/25
Previously announced 68% increase on import valves has been reduced to 8% 5/16/25
3% Increase 1/20/25
6% Increase import ball valves 3/31/25
66% Increase import ball valves 4/17/25
Reduced the 66% increase on import ball valves to a 12% 5/12/25
6% Increase on 1/6/25
10% Increase on 3/31/25
4% Increase Valves 1/3/25
6% Increase bronze & iron strainers 3/3/25
6% Increase bronze & iron strainers 3/31/25
60% Increase on Chinese products 4/15/25
40% Increase on iron products 4/15/25
12% Increase on all others 4/15/25
Previously announced increases are being updated to the below, effective 5/16/25
6% Increase 2/13/25
60% Increase on strainers, checks & triple duty valves 4/17/25
Previously announced 60% increase on strainers, checks & triple duty valves has been lowered to 5% 5/16/25
15% Increase on standard duty couplings 3/7/25 Anaco Husky
8.5% Increase on SD4000 3/7/25 Anaco Husky
10% Increase on Heavy Weight 8/1/25 Mission
5% Increase 1/1/25
10% Increase 4/1/25
25% Increase 5/15/25
As of August 5, 2025
Historical Price Comparison Between 6” A53 ERW Domestic Steel Pipe and Front-Month Hot-Rolled Coil Futures Contracts.
Historical Price Comparison Between 1/2” Type L Copper Tubing and Front-Month Copper Futures Contracts.
Each month ASA publishes the ASA Commodities Reports, covering nine metal and plastics categories of keen interest to those doing business in the industrial and mechanical PVF supply chain. These reports are written by members of ASA’s Industrial Piping Division, comprised of distributors, manufacturers and master distributors of industrial and mechanical pipe, valves and fittings products.
As of August 13, 2025
Snapshot
Data center construction is a significant driver of domestic steel demand, and its growth has contributed to the overall consumption of steel in the US construction industry. While data centers represent a small portion of total construction spending, their rapid expansion, particularly over the last few years, has put pressure on steel prices. This demand, coupled with factors like megaprojects and tariffs, has led to higher steel prices, impacting data center construction costs.
Nippon purchase of United States Steel is complete and allows the US Government the authority to decide on closing and idling plants.
Steel coil imports continue a downward trend.
Landed cost for carbon steel pipes has gone down $50 over the last month.
As of June 5, 2025
Snapshot
Customers are reacting with increased spike in order activity and suppliers are adjusting to the increased demand. This is due to the potential impact of tariffs would have on future orders and to get ahead. Lead times remain standard from both master’s and our international sources for the Generic offering. We’re still seeing increased activity within the commercial sector around large capital projects that use Large Outer Diameter (LOD) products. ERW has increased about 51.5% since the beginning of 2025. With the White House imposing an additional 25% tariff on import steel, effective 6/4/25, there is a 10% price increase effective immediately. If the tariff sticks, there will likely be more increases.
| Import Date Change | % Change | |
|---|---|---|
| 2/18/25 | 35% | Average Increase |
| 4/2/25 | 5% | Average Increase |
| 4/3/25 | 8-12% | Varies by item |
| 6/4/25 | 10% | Average Increase |
As of August 5, 2025
Snapshot
Copper tube pricing has been on a steady upward trend, with manufacturers issuing multiple increases in quick succession. Tight supply and rising material costs are making copper one of the more volatile product categories this year.
A lot has happened in the copper market since last Monday. With the announcement of refined copper being exempt from the tariff, the Comex dropped significantly. It has moved up slightly since Thursday and appears to have settled near $4.45 p/lb. as of 8/5/24. Part of the recovery is due to the closure of El Teniente, Chile’s largest copper mine, because of a tragic accident killing 6 miners.
The tubing manufacturers have moved to a new lower list price sheet. Between the list and multiplier structure change this represents a net decrease on ½ – 1 of 7.5% and all other types and sizes down about 5.5%
Futures remain in Contango.
As of April 7, 2025
Snapshot
Copper fittings are feeling the pressure from both material costs and manufacturer adjustments, with multiple brands announcing increases across WROT, cast, and press products throughout Q1.
As of April 7, 2025
Snapshot
While PVC DWV systems have remained relatively stable, recent tariff-related adjustments have introduced modest cost increases that buyers should keep an eye on.
