Copper foil unbacked imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of copper foil unbacked by the United States reached $411.2 million in 2024 (29.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 147 countries. Value rose 9% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% a year on average.
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 | $411.2M | 29.7K t |
| 2023 | $376.7M | 27.4K t |
| 2022 | $358.1M | 23.8K t |
| 2021 | $231.7M | 15.8K t |
| 2020 | $168.9M | 12.0K t |
| 2019 | $166.6M | 16.0K t |
| 2018 | $129.2M | 11.6K t |
| 2017 | $106.2M | 7.0K t |
Where the United States imports copper foil unbacked from
Most of the value came from Malaysia (24%), South Korea (16%), Hungary (14%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $97.3M | 24% |
| South Korea | $64.6M | 16% |
| Hungary | $57.0M | 14% |
| Japan | $52.3M | 13% |
| Taiwan | $52.2M | 13% |
| Netherlands | $30.5M | 7.4% |
| India | $18.3M | 4.5% |
| Italy | $10.8M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $8.4M | 2% |
| Canada | $5.9M | 1.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.84 per kg, close to the world average of $15.21.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Copper foil unbacked exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported copper foil unbacked worth $57.2 million (4.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to China (27%), Mexico (21%), Malaysia (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Malaysia grew fastest (+168% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $15.4M | 27% |
| Mexico | $12.2M | 21% |
| Malaysia | $9.4M | 16% |
| Saudi Arabia | $5.8M | 10% |
| Germany | $1.8M | 3.1% |
| Hong Kong | $1.6M | 2.9% |
| Taiwan | $1.6M | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $1.5M | 2.6% |
| Canada | $1.1M | 1.9% |
| France | $958K | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States copper foil unbacked imports (HS 7410.11): 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 7410.11: Copper: foil, not backed, of a thickness not exceeding 0.15mm, of refined copper.
Common questions
What is the value of copper foil unbacked imported by the United States?
The United States imported copper foil unbacked worth $411.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 29.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 147 countries worldwide, with 10% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply copper foil unbacked to the United States?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 24% of the value ($97.3 million), followed by South Korea (16%) and Hungary (14%). The top three together account for 53%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 299% on the year.
What is the average import price of copper foil unbacked per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.84 per kg in 2024, 9% below the world average of $15.21 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of copper foil unbacked to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $106.2 million in 2017 to $411.2 million in 2024, an increase of 287%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $243.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export copper foil unbacked?
Yes. The United States exported $57.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, Mexico and Malaysia. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $354.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for copper foil unbacked?
The HS code for copper foil unbacked is subheading 7410.11. 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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