Pure aluminium tubes trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in pure aluminium tubes was worth $282.5 million in 2024, about 59.0 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 11% since 2017, and down 18% 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 | $282.5M | 59.0K t |
| 2023 | $344.3M | 65.9K t |
| 2022 | $398.3M | 64.0K t |
| 2021 | $347.1M | 66.9K t |
| 2020 | $312.4M | 70.9K t |
| 2019 | $365.3M | 71.8K t |
| 2018 | $328.7M | 63.6K t |
| 2017 | $316.1M | 68.6K t |
Top pure aluminium tubes exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 30% of world exports, followed by the United States and Denmark. The top three supply 54% between them, out of 108 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $84.3M | 30% |
| United States | $53.7M | 19% |
| Denmark | $15.5M | 5.5% |
| Italy | $13.2M | 4.7% |
| Belgium | $12.2M | 4.3% |
| Hungary | $11.2M | 4% |
| Germany | $10.2M | 3.6% |
| Turkey | $8.6M | 3.1% |
| Poland | $8.1M | 2.9% |
| South Korea | $7.8M | 2.8% |
| Japan | $4.8M | 1.7% |
| Taiwan | $4.8M | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Mexico is the biggest buyer with 18% of world imports, ahead of Romania and Thailand. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 33% across 191 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $50.8M | 18% |
| Romania | $28.1M | 9.9% |
| Thailand | $13.3M | 4.7% |
| France | $11.9M | 4.2% |
| Hungary | $9.2M | 3.3% |
| India | $8.2M | 2.9% |
| Germany | $7.4M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $7.1M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $6.8M | 2.4% |
| United States | $6.6M | 2.4% |
| Malaysia | $6.4M | 2.3% |
| Bangladesh | $6.3M | 2.2% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $4.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $11.20 per kg and Italy $1.98 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 7608.10: Aluminium: tubes and pipes, not alloyed. HS 7608 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most pure aluminium tubes?
China exported $84.3 million in 2024, 30% of the world total, followed by the United States (19%) and Denmark (5%). In all, 108 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most pure aluminium tubes?
Mexico imported $50.8 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of Romania (10%) and Thailand (5%). The top three importers together take 33%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in pure aluminium tubes?
It was worth $282.5 million in 2024, about 59.0 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 11% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $398.3 million. 108 countries reported exports and 191 reported imports.
What is the average price of pure aluminium tubes per kg?
The world average declared value was about $4.79 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $11.20 per kg and Italy $1.98 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for pure aluminium tubes?
The HS code for pure aluminium tubes is subheading 7608.10, in chapter 76 (aluminium 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 7608 page.
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