Backed copper alloy foil exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United States exported backed copper alloy foil worth $174.8 million (43.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 111 countries. Value rose 28% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 41% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $174.8M | 43.7K t |
| 2023 | $137.1M | 35.8K t |
| 2022 | $55.6M | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $13.9M | 610 t |
| 2020 | $9.1M | 335 t |
| 2019 | $13.4M | 686 t |
| 2018 | $25.0M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $16.2M | 735 t |
Where the United States exports backed copper alloy foil to
Malaysia alone took 89% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+76% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $154.9M | 89% |
| Germany | $8.2M | 4.7% |
| Hong Kong | $5.9M | 3.4% |
| Mexico | $1.4M | 0.8% |
| Singapore | $1.4M | 0.8% |
| Switzerland | $904K | 0.5% |
| Thailand | $526K | 0.3% |
| China | $252K | 0.1% |
| France | $219K | 0.1% |
| Japan | $180K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $4.00 per kg, 37% below the world average of $6.39, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Backed copper alloy foil imports to the United States
Imports of backed copper alloy foil by the United States reached $904 thousand in 2024 (38 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Ireland (30%), China (20%), Germany (11%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $271K | 30% |
| China | $183K | 20% |
| Germany | $95K | 11% |
| Malaysia | $76K | 8.4% |
| India | $53K | 5.9% |
| Philippines | $44K | 4.8% |
| Taiwan | $42K | 4.6% |
| Hong Kong | $27K | 3% |
| Brazil | $23K | 2.6% |
| South Korea | $12K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States backed copper alloy foil exports (HS 7410.22): 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 7410.22: Copper: foil, backed with paper, paperboard, plastics or similar backing material, of a thickness (excluding any backing) not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of backed copper alloy foil exported by the United States?
The United States exported backed copper alloy foil worth $174.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 43.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 111 countries worldwide, with 22% of world exports. The value was up 28% on 2023.
Which countries buy backed copper alloy foil from the United States?
Malaysia was the largest buyer with 89% of the value ($154.9 million), followed by Germany (5%) and Hong Kong (3%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 57 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 526% on the year.
What is the average export price of backed copper alloy foil per kg?
The average declared export value was about $4.00 per kg in 2024, 37% below the world average of $6.39 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of backed copper alloy foil from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $16.2 million in 2017 to $174.8 million in 2024, an increase of 982%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $55.6 million a year.
Does the United States also import backed copper alloy foil?
Yes. The United States imported $904 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Ireland, China and Germany. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $173.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for backed copper alloy foil?
The HS code for backed copper alloy foil is subheading 7410.22. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7410 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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