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Overview of the Global Market for Copper Tubes, Pipes And Fitting

Market Size for Copper Tubes, Pipes And Fitting

The global copper pipe and fitting market rose significantly to $X in 2021, growing by 7.4% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, recorded a slight curtailment. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production of Copper Tubes, Pipes And Fitting

In value terms, copper pipe and fitting production stood at $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, continues to indicate a perceptible reduction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 7.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, global production attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Exports of Copper Tubes, Pipes And Fitting

Exports

Global copper pipe and fitting exports surged to X tons in 2021, jumping by 18% on the previous year's figure. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, copper pipe and fitting exports soared to $X in 2021. In general, total exports indicated a noticeable increase from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

China represented the major exporter of copper tubes, pipes and fitting in the world, with the volume of exports accounting for X tons, which was near 28% of total exports in 2021. Germany (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total exports with a 9.2% share, followed by Italy (9.1%), Vietnam (6.2%), Greece (5.8%) and Thailand (4.8%). The following exporters - South Korea (X tons), Malaysia (X tons), Turkey (X tons), the United States (X tons), Austria (X tons), Poland (X tons) and Mexico (X tons) - together made up 20% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to copper pipe and fitting exports from China stood at +4.2%. At the same time, Vietnam (+25.7%), Turkey (+17.5%), Thailand (+7.9%), Poland (+5.8%), Greece (+4.4%), Italy (+3.9%) and Austria (+2.4%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Vietnam emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the world, with a CAGR of +25.7% from 2012-2021. Malaysia and the United States experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, South Korea (-1.9%), Germany (-2.1%) and Mexico (-3.6%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Vietnam, China, Turkey and Thailand increased by +5.2, +3.4, +2.5 and +1.7 percentage points, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest copper pipe and fitting supplying countries worldwide were China ($X), Germany ($X) and Italy ($X), with a combined 47% share of global exports. These countries were followed by Vietnam, Greece, Thailand, South Korea, the United States, Turkey, Poland, Malaysia, Austria and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 34%.

In terms of the main exporting countries, Vietnam, with a CAGR of +26.8%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average copper pipe and fitting export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 25% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.4%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Poland ($X per ton), while Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+2.9%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Copper Tubes, Pipes And Fitting

Imports

In 2021, approx. X tons of copper tubes, pipes and fitting were imported worldwide; picking up by 19% on 2020. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.7% from 2012 to 2021; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed in certain years. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, copper pipe and fitting imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a notable expansion from 2012 to 2021: its value increased at an average annual rate of +4.0% over the last nine years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X tons), followed by Germany (X tons), India (X tons) and France (X tons) represented the main importers of copper tubes, pipes and fitting, together committing 26% of total imports. The following importers - Italy (X tons), the UK (X tons), Thailand (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Poland (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Belgium (X tons), Spain (X tons) and the Czech Republic (X tons) - together made up 29% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by India (with a CAGR of +13.7%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest copper pipe and fitting importing markets worldwide were the United States ($X), Germany ($X) and France ($X), together accounting for 24% of global imports. These countries were followed by the UK, Italy, India, Poland, Thailand, Turkey, Mexico, the Czech Republic, Spain and Belgium, which together accounted for a further 31%.

India, with a CAGR of +14.1%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, in terms of the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average copper pipe and fitting import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 22% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2021, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.2%. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Belgium ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Czech Republic (+2.2%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of copper pipe and fitting consumption was China, accounting for 30% of total volume. Moreover, copper pipe and fitting consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 11% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of copper pipe and fitting production, comprising approx. 37% of total volume. Moreover, copper pipe and fitting production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.6% share.
In value terms, the largest copper pipe and fitting supplying countries worldwide were China, Germany and Italy, with a combined 44% share of global exports. These countries were followed by Vietnam, Greece, Thailand, the United States, Poland, South Korea, Malaysia, Turkey, Austria and Mexico, which together accounted for a further 36%.
In value terms, the largest copper pipe and fitting importing markets worldwide were the United States, Germany and the UK, with a combined 25% share of global imports. These countries were followed by Italy, India, Poland, Thailand, France, Mexico, Russia, the Czech Republic, Turkey and Spain, which together accounted for a further 32%.
The average copper pipe and fitting export price stood at $11,646 per ton in 2021, rising by 15% against the previous year.
The average copper pipe and fitting import price stood at $11,587 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 17% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global market for copper pipe and fitting. 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 24442630 - Copper tubes and pipes
  • Prodcom 24442650 - Copper and copper alloy tube/pipe fittings including couplings, elbows, sleeves, tees and joints excluding bolts and nuts used for assembling/fixing pipes/tubes, fittings with taps, cocks, valves

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

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 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 TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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 Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam
  12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, By Country, 2024
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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