Aluminium foil unrolled imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $368.7 million of aluminium foil unrolled in 2024 (39.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 216 countries. That is 27% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $470.5 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $368.7M | 39.0K t |
| 2023 | $289.7M | 32.2K t |
| 2022 | $470.5M | 51.9K t |
| 2021 | $316.9M | 42.1K t |
| 2020 | $226.9M | 25.7K t |
| 2019 | $216.2M | 25.2K t |
| 2018 | $168.9M | 25.5K t |
| 2017 | $232.8M | 22.0K t |
Where the United States imports aluminium foil unrolled from
Most of the value came from Thailand (38%), China (27%), Japan (9%). Among the main suppliers, Thailand grew fastest (+365% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $141.0M | 38% |
| China | $100.0M | 27% |
| Japan | $32.2M | 8.7% |
| India | $32.0M | 8.7% |
| Germany | $16.4M | 4.5% |
| Italy | $10.4M | 2.8% |
| France | $9.5M | 2.6% |
| Canada | $4.0M | 1.1% |
| Croatia | $3.2M | 0.9% |
| Indonesia | $2.9M | 0.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.45 per kg, 48% above the world average of $6.38. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Aluminium foil unrolled exports from the United States
Exports of aluminium foil unrolled by the United States reached $92.2 million in 2024 (7.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 141 countries. Most of it went to Mexico (27%), Japan (20%), Canada (14%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $24.7M | 27% |
| Japan | $18.7M | 20% |
| Canada | $13.3M | 15% |
| Germany | $4.7M | 5.1% |
| Malaysia | $4.0M | 4.4% |
| China | $2.8M | 3% |
| Brazil | $2.3M | 2.5% |
| Dominican Republic | $2.1M | 2.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.9M | 2.1% |
| Singapore | $1.7M | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States aluminium foil unrolled imports (HS 7607.19): 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 7607.19: Aluminium: foil, (not backed), of a thickness not exceeding 0.2mm, not rolled.
Common questions
What is the value of aluminium foil unrolled imported by the United States?
The United States imported aluminium foil unrolled worth $368.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 39.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 216 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply aluminium foil unrolled to the United States?
Thailand was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($141.0 million), followed by China (27%) and Japan (9%). The top three together account for 74%, out of 56 supplier countries in total. Croatia grew fastest among the top ten, up 734% on the year.
What is the average import price of aluminium foil unrolled per kg?
The average declared import value was about $9.45 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $6.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of aluminium foil unrolled to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $232.8 million in 2017 to $368.7 million in 2024, an increase of 58%. The peak was 2022 at $470.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $286.3 million a year.
Does the United States also export aluminium foil unrolled?
Yes. The United States exported $92.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Japan and Canada. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $276.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for aluminium foil unrolled?
The HS code for aluminium foil unrolled is subheading 7607.19. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7607 page.
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