Copper wire-bars trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in copper wire-bars was worth $63.8 million in 2024, about 12.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 104% since 2017, and down 11% 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 | $63.8M | 12.2K t |
| 2023 | $71.6M | 13.4K t |
| 2022 | $88.0M | 15.3K t |
| 2021 | $208.8M | 29.4K t |
| 2020 | $75.8M | 13.3K t |
| 2019 | $62.5M | 10.0K t |
| 2018 | $38.9M | 5.3K t |
| 2017 | $31.3M | 5.1K t |
Top copper wire-bars exporting countries
Exports are led by the United States (29%), Uzbekistan (17%) and Saudi Arabia (13%). 47 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 59%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $18.7M | 29% |
| Uzbekistan | $10.8M | 17% |
| Saudi Arabia | $8.2M | 13% |
| Mongolia | $6.0M | 9.4% |
| Azerbaijan | $4.8M | 7.5% |
| Italy | $3.1M | 4.9% |
| Morocco | $2.3M | 3.6% |
| Malaysia | $1.7M | 2.6% |
| Singapore | $1.1M | 1.8% |
| Peru | $1.1M | 1.8% |
| Thailand | $765K | 1.2% |
| Germany | $733K | 1.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Canada is the biggest buyer with 29% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia and China. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 72% across 90 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $18.4M | 29% |
| Saudi Arabia | $15.8M | 25% |
| China | $11.9M | 19% |
| Spain | $3.0M | 4.8% |
| Egypt | $2.8M | 4.3% |
| Singapore | $1.5M | 2.3% |
| Iraq | $1.3M | 2% |
| Poland | $1.2M | 1.8% |
| Sudan | $812K | 1.3% |
| Russia | $726K | 1.1% |
| Belgium | $660K | 1% |
| Kuwait | $652K | 1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $5.25 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Malaysia averaged $10.34 per kg and the United States $2.69 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 7403.12: Copper: refined, unwrought, wire-bars. HS 7403 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most copper wire-bars?
The United States exported $18.7 million in 2024, 29% of the world total, followed by Uzbekistan (17%) and Saudi Arabia (13%). In all, 47 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most copper wire-bars?
Canada imported $18.4 million in 2024, 29% of world imports, ahead of Saudi Arabia (25%) and China (19%). The top three importers together take 72%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in copper wire-bars?
It was worth $63.8 million in 2024, about 12.2 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 104% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $208.8 million. 47 countries reported exports and 90 reported imports.
What is the average price of copper wire-bars per kg?
The world average declared value was about $5.25 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Malaysia averaged $10.34 per kg and the United States $2.69 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 wire-bars?
The HS code for copper wire-bars is subheading 7403.12, 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 7403 page.
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