Pure aluminium tubes exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of pure aluminium tubes by the United States reached $53.7 million in 2024 (9.3 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 108 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 16% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $96.3 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 | $53.7M | 9.3K t |
| 2023 | $64.2M | 10.4K t |
| 2022 | $80.8M | 12.1K t |
| 2021 | $75.0M | 12.3K t |
| 2020 | $77.3M | 17.4K t |
| 2019 | $96.3M | 19.7K t |
| 2018 | $78.1M | 14.5K t |
| 2017 | $66.2M | 13.1K t |
Where the United States exports pure aluminium tubes to
One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 85% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $45.4M | 85% |
| Canada | $2.9M | 5.4% |
| Colombia | $1.3M | 2.4% |
| France | $430K | 0.8% |
| China | $385K | 0.7% |
| Taiwan | $375K | 0.7% |
| Costa Rica | $229K | 0.4% |
| Dominican Republic | $217K | 0.4% |
| Bahamas | $190K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $189K | 0.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.76 per kg, 20% above the world average of $4.79. 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.
Pure aluminium tubes imports to the United States
Imports of pure aluminium tubes by the United States reached $6.6 million in 2024 (553 tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 191 countries. Most of the value came from South Korea (23%), China (18%), United Kingdom (13%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+82% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Korea | $1.5M | 23% |
| China | $1.2M | 18% |
| United Kingdom | $840K | 13% |
| Taiwan | $817K | 12% |
| Switzerland | $481K | 7.2% |
| Canada | $451K | 6.8% |
| Turkey | $274K | 4.1% |
| India | $151K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $146K | 2.2% |
| Malaysia | $138K | 2.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States pure aluminium tubes exports (HS 7608.10): 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 7608.10: Aluminium: tubes and pipes, not alloyed.
Common questions
What is the value of pure aluminium tubes exported by the United States?
The United States exported pure aluminium tubes worth $53.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 108 countries worldwide, with 19% of world exports. The value was down 16% on 2023.
Which countries buy pure aluminium tubes from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 85% of the value ($45.4 million), followed by Canada (5%) and Colombia (2%). The top three together account for 92%, out of 92 buyer countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 155% on the year.
What is the average export price of pure aluminium tubes per kg?
The average declared export value was about $5.76 per kg in 2024, 20% above the world average of $4.79 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of pure aluminium tubes from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $66.2 million in 2017 to $53.7 million in 2024, a fall of 19%. The peak was 2019 at $96.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $74.0 million a year.
Does the United States also import pure aluminium tubes?
Yes. The United States imported $6.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Korea, China and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $47.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for pure aluminium tubes?
The HS code for pure aluminium tubes is subheading 7608.10. It sits in HS chapter 76 (aluminium and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7608 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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