Copper alloy foil unbacked exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $33.4 million of copper alloy foil unbacked in 2024 (1.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 80 countries. That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 5% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $55.2 million.
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 | $33.4M | 1.8K t |
| 2023 | $35.3M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $55.2M | 2.1K t |
| 2021 | $51.2M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $35.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $31.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $50.3M | 2.1K t |
| 2017 | $48.4M | 2.3K t |
Where the United States exports copper alloy foil unbacked to
Most of it went to China (32%), Mexico (17%), Germany (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+675% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $10.6M | 32% |
| Mexico | $5.8M | 17% |
| Germany | $5.3M | 16% |
| Malaysia | $1.8M | 5.5% |
| Taiwan | $1.7M | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 4.4% |
| Thailand | $954K | 2.9% |
| Japan | $924K | 2.8% |
| Switzerland | $848K | 2.5% |
| Costa Rica | $811K | 2.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $18.20 per kg, 30% above the world average of $14.05. 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.
Copper alloy foil unbacked imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported copper alloy foil unbacked worth $9.0 million (523 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Most of the value came from Germany (46%), Netherlands (17%), China (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $4.2M | 46% |
| Netherlands | $1.6M | 17% |
| China | $1.2M | 13% |
| Japan | $726K | 8% |
| Peru | $459K | 5.1% |
| Italy | $202K | 2.2% |
| Brazil | $162K | 1.8% |
| Mexico | $147K | 1.6% |
| Taiwan | $143K | 1.6% |
| United Kingdom | $68K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States copper alloy foil unbacked exports (HS 7410.12): 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 7410.12: Copper: foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of copper alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of copper alloy foil unbacked exported by the United States?
The United States exported copper alloy foil unbacked worth $33.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 80 countries worldwide, with 6% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy copper alloy foil unbacked from the United States?
China was the largest buyer with 32% of the value ($10.6 million), followed by Mexico (17%) and Germany (16%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 72 buyer countries in total. Malaysia grew fastest among the top ten, up 675% on the year.
What is the average export price of copper alloy foil unbacked per kg?
The average declared export value was about $18.20 per kg in 2024, 30% above the world average of $14.05 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of copper alloy foil unbacked from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $48.4 million in 2017 to $33.4 million in 2024, a fall of 31%. The peak was 2022 at $55.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $42.6 million a year.
Does the United States also import copper alloy foil unbacked?
Yes. The United States imported $9.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, the Netherlands and China. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $24.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper alloy foil unbacked?
The HS code for copper alloy foil unbacked is subheading 7410.12. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7410 page.
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