Copper slag trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in copper slag was worth $1.20 billion in 2024, about 478.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 71% since 2017, and up 41% 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 | $1.20B | 478.7K t |
| 2023 | $845.6M | 1.01M t |
| 2022 | $991.5M | 1.16M t |
| 2021 | $866.8M | 873.4K t |
| 2020 | $882.9M | 1.01M t |
| 2019 | $748.0M | 1.23M t |
| 2018 | $736.1M | 728.6K t |
| 2017 | $699.1M | 642.4K t |
Top copper slag exporting countries
Exports are led by Australia (48%), Chile (12%) and the Netherlands (6%). 81 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 66%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $573.2M | 48% |
| Chile | $146.9M | 12% |
| Netherlands | $67.4M | 5.6% |
| United States | $54.8M | 4.6% |
| Mexico | $52.2M | 4.4% |
| Belgium | $50.1M | 4.2% |
| Germany | $39.2M | 3.3% |
| Italy | $29.4M | 2.5% |
| Sweden | $24.0M | 2% |
| France | $17.0M | 1.4% |
| South Africa | $14.4M | 1.2% |
| Taiwan | $14.2M | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are South Korea (49%), Cambodia (7%) and Belgium (7%). 83 countries imported it, and the top three take 63% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $588.4M | 49% |
| Cambodia | $80.3M | 6.7% |
| Belgium | $79.6M | 6.7% |
| Sweden | $73.8M | 6.2% |
| Spain | $72.5M | 6.1% |
| Germany | $52.7M | 4.4% |
| Philippines | $52.1M | 4.4% |
| Canada | $44.0M | 3.7% |
| Namibia | $39.1M | 3.3% |
| Thailand | $18.6M | 1.6% |
| Japan | $15.1M | 1.3% |
| Finland | $13.0M | 1.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.50 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Australia averaged $345.79 per kg and Germany $1.02 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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The shipment records behind Copper slag (HS 2620.30) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 2620.30: Slag, ash and residues: (not from the manufacture of iron or steel), containing mainly copper. HS 2620 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most copper slag?
Australia exported $573.2 million in 2024, 48% of the world total, followed by Chile (12%) and the Netherlands (6%). In all, 81 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most copper slag?
South Korea imported $588.4 million in 2024, 49% of world imports, ahead of Cambodia (7%) and Belgium (7%). The top three importers together take 63%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in copper slag?
It was worth $1.20 billion in 2024, about 478.7 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 71% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 81 countries reported exports and 83 reported imports.
What is the average price of copper slag per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.50 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Australia averaged $345.79 per kg and Germany $1.02 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 slag?
The HS code for copper slag is subheading 2620.30, in chapter 26 (ores, slag and ash). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 2620 page.
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