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Pakistan: Aluminum Market 2025

Aluminum Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2021, shipments abroad of aluminum increased by 206% to X tons, rising for the seventh year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports continue to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 701%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, aluminum exports soared to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports posted a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 1,089%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Nigeria (X tons), China (X tons) and Bahrain (X tons) were the main destinations of aluminum exports from Pakistan, with a combined 91% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Nigeria (with a CAGR of +191.2%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for aluminum exported from Pakistan were Bahrain ($X), China ($X) and Nigeria ($X), with a combined 89% share of total exports.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Bahrain, with a CAGR of +26,166.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average aluminum export price amounted to $X per ton, rising by 40% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated temperate growth from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, aluminum export price increased by +107.5% against 2019 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 when the average export price increased by 48%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2021, the country with the highest price was South Korea ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Nigeria ($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 China (+4.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Aluminum Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2021, overseas purchases of aluminum were finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed perceptible growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of 54%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, aluminum imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports enjoyed a perceptible expansion. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United Arab Emirates (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of aluminum to Pakistan, accounting for a 41% share of total imports. Moreover, aluminum imports from the United Arab Emirates exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Oman (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by Russia (X tons), with a 12% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United Arab Emirates amounted to +7.8%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Oman (+18.5% per year) and Russia (+29.3% per year).

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constituted the largest supplier of aluminum to Pakistan, comprising 43% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Oman ($X), with a 19% share of total imports. It was followed by Russia, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the United Arab Emirates amounted to +9.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Oman (+22.0% per year) and Russia (+24.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average aluminum import price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 36% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+13.5%), 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?

China remains the largest aluminum consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 58% of total volume. Moreover, aluminum consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, tenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 3% share.

What are the largest producers of aluminum in the world?

The country with the largest volume of aluminum production was China, accounting for 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 Pakistan?

In value terms, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain appeared to be the largest aluminum suppliers to Pakistan, with a combined 89% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of aluminum from Pakistan?

In value terms, China remains the key foreign market for aluminum exports from Pakistan.

What is the average export price for aluminum in Pakistan?

The average aluminum export price stood at $1,509 per ton in 2020, dropping by -7% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for aluminum in Pakistan?

The average aluminum import price stood at $1,956 per ton in 2020, with a decrease of -7.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the aluminum market in Pakistan. 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:

Pakistan

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Pakistan
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