Copper cables trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in copper cables was worth $2.86 billion in 2024, about 288.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 57% since 2017, and up 2% 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 | $2.86B | 288.7K t |
| 2023 | $2.80B | 270.0K t |
| 2022 | $2.76B | 274.0K t |
| 2021 | $2.55B | 265.6K t |
| 2020 | $1.57B | 211.5K t |
| 2019 | $1.81B | 240.2K t |
| 2018 | $2.11B | 261.3K t |
| 2017 | $1.82B | 237.0K t |
Top copper cables exporting countries
Exports are led by Turkey (19%), the United States (14%) and Germany (14%). 130 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 47%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $551.0M | 19% |
| United States | $404.5M | 14% |
| Germany | $394.5M | 14% |
| Saudi Arabia | $259.5M | 9.1% |
| Spain | $238.9M | 8.4% |
| China | $106.3M | 3.7% |
| Bulgaria | $95.1M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $79.9M | 2.8% |
| France | $76.5M | 2.7% |
| Poland | $68.6M | 2.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $59.7M | 2.1% |
| South Korea | $51.4M | 1.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Mexico is the biggest buyer with 8% of world imports, ahead of Italy and Germany. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 24% across 205 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $239.5M | 8.4% |
| Italy | $231.4M | 8.1% |
| Germany | $220.3M | 7.7% |
| France | $175.8M | 6.1% |
| Canada | $151.3M | 5.3% |
| Iraq | $141.6M | 5% |
| United Kingdom | $119.1M | 4.2% |
| Poland | $113.4M | 4% |
| China | $80.6M | 2.8% |
| Austria | $79.6M | 2.8% |
| United States | $75.9M | 2.7% |
| Sweden | $75.5M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $9.92 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $12.29 per kg and Saudi Arabia $6.64 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 7413: Copper; stranded wire, cables, plaited bands and the like, not electrically insulated. HS 7413 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most copper cables?
Turkey exported $551.0 million in 2024, 19% of the world total, followed by the United States (14%) and Germany (14%). In all, 130 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most copper cables?
Mexico imported $239.5 million in 2024, 8% of world imports, ahead of Italy (8%) and Germany (8%). The top three importers together take 24%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in copper cables?
It was worth $2.86 billion in 2024, about 288.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 57% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 130 countries reported exports and 205 reported imports.
What is the average price of copper cables per kg?
The world average declared value was about $9.92 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $12.29 per kg and Saudi Arabia $6.64 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 copper cables?
The HS code for copper cables is heading 7413, in chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 7413 page.
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