Backed copper alloy foil trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in backed copper alloy foil was worth $781.5 million in 2024, about 122.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 719% since 2017, and up 53% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $781.5M | 122.4K t |
| 2023 | $511.3M | 92.7K t |
| 2022 | $288.7M | 28.4K t |
| 2021 | $250.0M | 7.3K t |
| 2020 | $144.5M | 6.8K t |
| 2019 | $140.5M | 10.4K t |
| 2018 | $141.2M | 8.9K t |
| 2017 | $95.4M | 6.8K t |
Top backed copper alloy foil exporting countries
Exports are led by Japan (42%), the United States (22%) and China (6%). 111 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 70%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $324.9M | 42% |
| United States | $174.8M | 22% |
| China | $45.2M | 5.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $26.1M | 3.3% |
| Singapore | $25.5M | 3.3% |
| Chile | $19.9M | 2.5% |
| Malaysia | $16.1M | 2.1% |
| Hong Kong | $13.9M | 1.8% |
| Australia | $13.8M | 1.8% |
| South Korea | $13.1M | 1.7% |
| Colombia | $10.4M | 1.3% |
| Taiwan | $9.4M | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Malaysia is the biggest buyer with 49% of world imports, ahead of the Philippines and China. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 91% across 127 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $379.5M | 49% |
| Philippines | $181.8M | 23% |
| China | $150.6M | 19% |
| India | $11.6M | 1.5% |
| Vietnam | $9.5M | 1.2% |
| Germany | $9.1M | 1.2% |
| Hong Kong | $7.5M | 1% |
| Thailand | $6.0M | 0.8% |
| Singapore | $5.1M | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $3.3M | 0.4% |
| Mexico | $2.6M | 0.3% |
| Japan | $2.0M | 0.3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $6.39 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $88.85 per kg and Hong Kong $1.92 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 7410.22: Copper: foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing material, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys. HS 7410 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most backed copper alloy foil?
Japan exported $324.9 million in 2024, 42% of the world total, followed by the United States (22%) and China (6%). In all, 111 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most backed copper alloy foil?
Malaysia imported $379.5 million in 2024, 49% of world imports, ahead of the Philippines (23%) and China (19%). The top three importers together take 91%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in backed copper alloy foil?
It was worth $781.5 million in 2024, about 122.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 719% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 111 countries reported exports and 127 reported imports.
What is the average price of backed copper alloy foil per kg?
The world average declared value was about $6.39 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $88.85 per kg and Hong Kong $1.92 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for backed copper alloy foil?
The HS code for backed copper alloy foil is subheading 7410.22, in chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 7410 page.
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