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China - Copper Foil - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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China - Copper Foil - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights

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Jan 9, 2023

China's Copper Foil Price Shrinks 9% to $18.6 per kg

China Copper Foil Import Price in September 2022

In September 2022, the copper foil price stood at $18.6 per kg (CIF, China), declining by -9.1% against the previous month. In general, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 when the average import price increased by 4.8% m-o-m. The import price peaked at $20.5 per kg in August 2022, and then fell in the following month.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In September 2022, the country with the highest price was Japan ($32.9 per kg), while the price for Luxembourg ($10.6 per kg) was amongst the lowest.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+3.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

China Copper Foil Imports

In September 2022, purchases abroad of copper foil was finally on the rise to reach 13K tons after five months of decline. Overall, imports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in March 2022 when imports increased by 16% m-o-m. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at 19K tons in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to September 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, copper foil imports reduced slightly to $236M (IndexBox estimates) in September 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a abrupt setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in March 2022 with an increase of 22% month-to-month. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at 366K tons in January 2022; however, from February 2022 to September 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

China Copper Foil Imports by Country

In September 2022, Taiwan (Chinese) (7.7K tons) constituted the largest copper foil supplier to China, accounting for a 61% share of total imports. Moreover, copper foil imports from Taiwan (Chinese) exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, South Korea (1.6K tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by Japan (1.2K tons), with a 9.7% share.

From January 2022 to September 2022, the average monthly rate of growth in terms of volume from Taiwan (Chinese) amounted to -5.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average monthly rates of imports growth: South Korea (-7.0% per month) and Japan (-0.8% per month).

In value terms, the largest copper foil suppliers to China were Taiwan (Chinese) ($103M), South Korea ($53M) and Japan ($40M), with a combined 83% share of total imports. Malaysia, Germany, Luxembourg and Thailand lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 12%.

Germany, with a CAGR of +2.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Factors Affecting Copper Foil Prices

Copper foil prices in China have been on the rise in recent years, due to a variety of factors. The Chinese government's crackdown on environmental pollution has led to higher costs for copper producers, as they are required to meet stricter standards. The growing demand for electric vehicles has also increased the price of copper, as the metal is used extensively in batteries and other components. In addition, the US-China trade war has also resulted in tariffs on Chinese imports, including copper foil. This has made it more expensive for Chinese manufacturers to purchase raw materials, leading to higher prices for consumers.

Production costs are a significant factor in determining the price of copper in China. As the largest producer of copper, China has considerable control over the global supply of metal. When production costs rise, Chinese producers can pass those costs on to consumers in the form of higher prices.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the copper foil 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 24442500 - Copper foil, of a thickness (excluding any backing) . 0,15 mm

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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

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  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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