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In May, China exported 632,000 tons of non-rolled aluminum and aluminum products.
Official trade statistics released by the General Administration of Customs of China have outlined distinct market trends for aluminum and copper sectors in the first five months of 2026, offering critical procurement references for global industrial manufacturers. The data reveals a striking mar...Read more -
Three major markets tighten within a month! How can aluminum processing exports break through?
United States: Effective June 8th, tariffs on primary aluminum products will be 50%, deeply processed products will be 25%, and 232 tariffs will be levied based on the full value of the goods Eurasian Economic Union: China’s anti-dumping duty on aluminum strips extended to 2031, with a tax ...Read more -
The price increase of aluminum cans is forcing industrial upgrading: a must-have for the high-end beer industry
In the summer of 2026, under the dual catalysis of peak season consumption and World Cup events, the beer industry will usher in a structural recovery opportunity. However, beneath the surface of recovering terminal demand, the continuous rise in upstream packaging material prices, especially alu...Read more -
Global Aluminum Shortage to Persist Through 2027
The global aluminum market faces a structural supply deficit projected to extend until 2027, driven by escalating Middle East geopolitical tensions that have disrupted primary aluminum production and critical shipping lanes in the Persian Gulf. This upheaval has triggered a 20% year-to-date rally...Read more -
North America Aluminum Demand Sees Modest 0.8% YoY Growth | Imported Aluminum Products in High Demand 2025
Latest industry statistics released by the Aluminum Association confirm significant structural changes in North America aluminum market demand and supply patterns throughout 2025. Total regional aluminum consumption across the United States and Canada reached an estimated 26.65 billion pounds, re...Read more -
In April, the penetration rate of new energy vehicles exceeded 60% for the first time, and the doubling of aluminum consumption per vehicle ignited the demand for electrolytic aluminum
In April 2026, China’s new energy vehicle industry reached a milestone moment, with the penetration rate breaking through the 60% mark for the first time, setting a new historical high; With the trend of electrification and lightweighting, the average aluminum consumption per vehicle for ne...Read more -
In March, global primary aluminum supply fell short by 344,100 tons.
Global Primary Aluminium Market Slips into 34,410 Tonne Deficit in March, WBMS Data Shows First quarter shortfall of 363,700 tonnes intensifies spot supply pressure on aluminium sheet, bar, tube and precision machined product buyers. The global primary aluminium market posted a production shortfa...Read more -
What are the extrusion processes for 5083 alloy?
What are the extrusion processes for 5083 alloy? The 5083 alloy is a high strength, high toughness Al-Mg alloy widely used in shipbuilding, automotive, aerospace, and other fields. Its excellent properties make it ideal for structural components requiring high strength and corrosion resistance. T...Read more -
In April, China’s electrolytic aluminum production reached 3.87 million tons, up 3.1% year-on-year.
China’s primary aluminum production maintained stable growth in April 2026, laying a solid foundation for the robust supply of premium aluminum sheets, bars, tubes and custom machined components, according to official data from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) . The steady output expansion...Read more -
Aluminum exports increased by 8.9% in the first four months, with strong production and sales in the domestic aluminum processing industry
Recently, China’s aluminum processing industry has shown a rare hot scene. According to CCTV Finance, from aluminum sheet, strip, foil to aluminum wire, enterprises in multiple segmented fields have full orders, and production workshops continue to operate at high loads. A company that prod...Read more -
Strong aluminum exports in April! Monthly exports of 598000 tons hit a 17 month high
On May 11th, according to the latest data from the General Administration of Customs, the export of unprocessed and rolled aluminum and aluminum materials in China showed a strong growth trend in April 2026, with a significant increase in monthly export volume, reaching a new high in nearly a yea...Read more -
How Is Aluminum Refined and What Elements Does It Contain？
Aluminum (Al) is a lightweight, silvery white metal that ranks as the third most abundant element in the Earth‘s crust, following only oxygen and silicon. However, due to its high chemical reactivity, it never occurs naturally in its pure metallic form. Instead, it is found in compounds, primaril...Read more