Refined copper other forms exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $114.5 million of refined copper other forms in 2024 (38.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 3%. That is 164% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $500.2 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 | $114.5M | 38.2K t |
| 2023 | $43.4M | 14.3K t |
| 2022 | $63.0M | 8.4K t |
| 2021 | $190.5M | 15.4K t |
| 2020 | $192.2M | 28.8K t |
| 2019 | $470.8M | 76.3K t |
| 2018 | $500.2M | 74.2K t |
| 2017 | $477.5M | 76.0K t |
Where the United States exports refined copper other forms to
Most of it went to Mexico (47%), Malaysia (25%), China (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+514% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $53.8M | 47% |
| Malaysia | $28.4M | 25% |
| China | $12.0M | 11% |
| South Korea | $8.9M | 7.8% |
| Canada | $3.8M | 3.3% |
| Belgium | $2.3M | 2% |
| Italy | $1.2M | 1.1% |
| Germany | $945K | 0.8% |
| Singapore | $557K | 0.5% |
| France | $371K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.00 per kg, 66% below the world average of $8.72, 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.
Refined copper other forms imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported refined copper other forms worth $17.0 million (1.4 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Japan accounted for 78% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $13.3M | 78% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 8.7% |
| Chile | $857K | 5% |
| Malaysia | $745K | 4.4% |
| United Kingdom | $247K | 1.5% |
| China | $132K | 0.8% |
| South Korea | $79K | 0.5% |
| France | $64K | 0.4% |
| Turkey | $37K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $21K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States refined copper other forms exports (HS 7403.19): 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 7403.19: Copper: refined, unwrought, n.e.c. in item no. 7403.1.
Common questions
What is the value of refined copper other forms exported by the United States?
The United States exported refined copper other forms worth $114.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 13th of 120 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was up 164% on 2023.
Which countries buy refined copper other forms from the United States?
Mexico was the largest buyer with 47% of the value ($53.8 million), followed by Malaysia (25%) and China (10%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 56 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 753% on the year.
What is the average export price of refined copper other forms per kg?
The average declared export value was about $3.00 per kg in 2024, 66% below the world average of $8.72 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of refined copper other forms from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $477.5 million in 2017 to $114.5 million in 2024, a fall of 76%. The peak was 2018 at $500.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $256.5 million a year.
Does the United States also import refined copper other forms?
Yes. The United States imported $17.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Japan, Germany and Chile. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $97.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for refined copper other forms?
The HS code for refined copper other forms is subheading 7403.19. It sits in HS chapter 74 (copper and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7403 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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