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China - Aluminium Tubes, Pipes And Tube Or Pipe Fittings - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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China - Aluminium Tubes, Pipes And Tube Or Pipe Fittings - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

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Jun 16, 2023

China's Aluminium Tube Export Drops 7%, Averaging $85M in April 2023

China Aluminium Tube Exports

In April 2023, approximately 15K tons of aluminium tubes, pipes and tube or pipe fittings were exported from China; remaining stable against March 2023 figures. The total export volume increased at an average monthly rate of +1.5% from April 2022 to April 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain months. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in March 2023 when exports increased by 67% against the previous month.

In value terms, aluminium tube exports contracted to $85M (IndexBox estimates) in April 2023. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2023 with an increase of 70% month-to-month.

COUNTRYExport Value of Aluminium Tube in China (million USD)
Apr 2022May 2022Jun 2022Jul 2022Aug 2022Sep 2022Oct 2022Nov 2022Dec 2022Jan 2023Feb 2023Mar 2023Apr 2023
Mexico12.811.614.512.89.98.710.412.310.814.312.116.111.7
United States9.511.211.611.49.68.48.78.79.310.64.38.78.5
India3.45.35.45.23.65.38.93.64.05.42.74.34.3
Australia3.83.43.23.63.13.12.93.73.03.21.73.23.9
Thailand4.25.06.04.93.63.63.33.62.54.04.24.83.7
Japan2.02.22.62.82.52.83.52.72.32.02.62.32.8
Vietnam4.43.82.73.22.93.22.64.02.52.02.42.72.7
Peru0.91.02.10.81.60.51.91.81.71.70.22.52.6
South Korea1.62.51.92.11.51.81.51.41.11.41.11.52.2
Philippines2.33.21.72.62.12.23.52.72.42.01.34.31.7
Malaysia1.92.11.72.01.22.11.41.62.31.51.31.51.6
Indonesia1.51.82.32.22.01.71.61.61.61.81.12.11.5
Iraq0.60.80.60.50.50.50.20.80.71.0< 0.10.71.0
Others30.836.137.543.137.034.131.532.631.340.918.736.536.8
Total79.790.093.897.281.078.081.981.075.791.953.791.185.0

Exports by Country

Mexico (1.9K tons) was the main destination for aluminium tube exports from China, accounting for a 13% share of total exports. Moreover, aluminium tube exports to Mexico exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Australia (928 tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by India (846 tons), with a 5.7% share.

From April 2022 to April 2023, the average monthly growth rate of volume to Mexico was relatively modest. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average monthly rates of exports growth: Australia (+1.3% per month) and India (+3.4% per month).

In value terms, Mexico ($12M), the United States ($8.5M) and India ($4.3M) constituted the largest markets for aluminium tube exported from China worldwide, with a combined 29% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Australia, Thailand, Japan, Vietnam, Peru, South Korea, the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia and Iraq, which together accounted for a further 28%.

Peru, with a CAGR of +9.5%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Exports by Type

Aluminium; tubes and pipes (12K tons) was the largest type of aluminium tube exported from China, with a 80% share of total exports. Moreover, aluminium; tubes and pipes exceeded the volume of the second product type, aluminium tube or pipe fittings (3K tons), fourfold.

From April 2022 to April 2023, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of the volume of export of aluminium; tubes and pipes stood at +1.5%.

In value terms, the most traded types of aluminium tubes, pipes and tube or pipe fittings in China were aluminium; tubes and pipes ($52M) and aluminium tube or pipe fittings ($33M).

Among the main product categories, aluminium pipe fittings, with a CAGR of +1.3%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In April 2023, the aluminium tube price stood at $5,712 per ton (FOB, China), waning by -5.6% against the previous month. In general, the export price showed a slight descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in June 2022 an increase of 4.9% against the previous month. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $6,815 per ton. From July 2022 to April 2023, the the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In April 2023, the country with the highest price was the United States ($11,599 per ton), while the average price for exports to Iraq ($3,150 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From April 2022 to April 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+0.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the aluminium tube market in China. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 24422630 - Aluminium tubes and pipes (excluding hollow profiles, tube or pipe fittings, flexible tubing, tubes and pipes prepared for use in structures, machinery or vehicle parts, or the like)
  • Prodcom 24422650 - Aluminium alloy tubes and pipes (excluding hollow profiles, t ubes or pipe fittings, flexible tubing, tubes and pipes prepared for use in structures, machinery or vehicle parts, or the like)
  • Prodcom 24422670 - Aluminium tube or pipe fittings (including couplings, elbows and sleeves) (excluding fittings with taps, cocks and valves, t ube supports, bolts and nuts, clamps)

Country coverage:

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Trade (exports and imports) in China
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export

    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

  11. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024

  12. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
    9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
    10. Market Size and Growth, By Product
    11. Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
    12. Exports and Growth, By Product
    13. Export Prices and Growth, By Product
    14. Production Volume and Growth
    15. Exports and Growth
    16. Export Prices and Growth
    17. Market Size and Growth
    18. Per Capita Consumption
    19. Imports and Growth
    20. Import Prices
    21. Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
    31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024

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