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Brazil: Aluminum Market 2025

Aluminum Market Size in Brazil

In 2021, the Brazilian aluminum market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, consumption, however, showed a mild slump. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Aluminum Production in Brazil

In value terms, aluminum production rose markedly to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 23%. Aluminum production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Aluminum Exports

Exports from Brazil

In 2021, shipments abroad of aluminum increased by 34% to X tons, rising for the third year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, saw a deep reduction. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, aluminum exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a deep slump. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Japan (X tons) was the main destination for aluminum exports from Brazil, with a 67% share of total exports. Moreover, aluminum exports to Japan exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Switzerland (X tons), fivefold. Mexico (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 6.7% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Japan totaled -4.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Switzerland (-16.4% per year) and Mexico (-11.9% per year).

In value terms, Japan ($X) remains the key foreign market for aluminum exports from Brazil, comprising 64% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Switzerland ($X), with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Mexico, with a 7.3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Japan stood at -2.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Switzerland (-15.8% per year) and Mexico (-8.9% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average aluminum export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 50% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +2.2%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Switzerland ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Spain (+15.2%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Aluminum Imports

Imports into Brazil

In 2021, aluminum imports into Brazil soared to X tons, growing by 75% on 2020 figures. Over the period under review, imports showed prominent growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 248%. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, aluminum imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, imports posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 268%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Imports by Country

South Africa (X tons), India (X tons) and Saint Lucia (X tons) were the main suppliers of aluminum imports to Brazil, with a combined 51% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for South Africa (with a CAGR of +97.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest aluminum suppliers to Brazil were South Africa ($X), India ($X) and Saint Lucia ($X), with a combined 51% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, South Africa, with a CAGR of +102.6%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average aluminum import price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 35% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.6%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, the highest price was recorded for prices from Argentina ($X per ton) and Australia ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($X per ton) and South Africa ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saint Lucia (+3.9%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for aluminum in the world?

The country with the largest volume of aluminum consumption was China, comprising approx. 58% of total volume. Moreover, aluminum consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, tenfold. Japan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3% share.

What are the largest producers of aluminum in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of aluminum production, comprising approx. 56% of total volume. Moreover, aluminum production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Russia, tenfold. India ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of aluminum to Brazil?

In value terms, Russia, Argentina and India appeared to be the largest aluminum suppliers to Brazil, together accounting for 61% of total imports. South Africa, Australia, Bahrain, Oman, Saudi Arabia, the UK, Venezuela, Qatar, Spain and China lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 33%.

What are the leading importers of aluminum from Brazil?

In value terms, Japan remains the key foreign market for aluminum exports from Brazil, comprising 69% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands, with a 12% share of total exports. It was followed by Mexico, with an 11% share.

What is the average export price for aluminum in Brazil?

The average aluminum export price stood at $1,647 per ton in 2020, falling by -28.4% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for aluminum in Brazil?

In 2020, the average aluminum import price amounted to $1,932 per ton, which is down by -3.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the aluminum market in Brazil. 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 24421130 - Unwrought non-alloy aluminium (excluding powders and flakes)
Prodcom 24421154 - Unwrought aluminium alloys (excluding aluminium powders and flakes)

Country coverage:

Brazil

Data coverage:

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

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 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 Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024