Copper flakes trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in copper flakes was worth $719.0 million in 2024, about 273.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 159% since 2017, and down 36% 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 | $719.0M | 273.0K t |
| 2023 | $1.13B | 358.8K t |
| 2022 | $937.9M | 290.2K t |
| 2021 | $823.7M | 161.6K t |
| 2020 | $239.4M | 44.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.03B | 262.7K t |
| 2018 | $629.4M | 133.0K t |
| 2017 | $277.6M | 37.7K t |
Top copper flakes exporting countries
Malaysia is the largest exporter with 42% of world exports, followed by the United States and Japan. The top three supply 65% between them, out of 103 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $300.7M | 42% |
| United States | $128.4M | 18% |
| Japan | $37.8M | 5.3% |
| Germany | $36.5M | 5.1% |
| Singapore | $25.3M | 3.5% |
| China | $20.4M | 2.8% |
| Australia | $18.4M | 2.6% |
| United Arab Emirates | $12.4M | 1.7% |
| Turkey | $11.7M | 1.6% |
| South Korea | $10.9M | 1.5% |
| Canada | $9.3M | 1.3% |
| Mexico | $7.0M | 1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
China is the biggest buyer with 42% of world imports, ahead of Malaysia and Taiwan. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 82% across 131 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $299.7M | 42% |
| Malaysia | $275.1M | 38% |
| Taiwan | $17.7M | 2.5% |
| Japan | $17.3M | 2.4% |
| South Korea | $16.4M | 2.3% |
| Thailand | $11.7M | 1.6% |
| Bulgaria | $10.4M | 1.5% |
| United States | $7.3M | 1% |
| India | $6.4M | 0.9% |
| Spain | $4.8M | 0.7% |
| Turkey | $4.6M | 0.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $4.5M | 0.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.63 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $65.97 per kg and the United States $1.08 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 7406.20: Copper: powders of lamellar structure, flakes. HS 7406 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most copper flakes?
Malaysia exported $300.7 million in 2024, 42% of the world total, followed by the United States (18%) and Japan (5%). In all, 103 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most copper flakes?
China imported $299.7 million in 2024, 42% of world imports, ahead of Malaysia (38%) and Taiwan (2%). The top three importers together take 82%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in copper flakes?
It was worth $719.0 million in 2024, about 273.0 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 159% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $1.13 billion. 103 countries reported exports and 131 reported imports.
What is the average price of copper flakes per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.63 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Japan averaged $65.97 per kg and the United States $1.08 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for copper flakes?
The HS code for copper flakes is subheading 7406.20, 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 7406 page.
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