In March 2026, China exported 485,000 metric tons of unwrought aluminum and aluminum products, according to the latest customs data. For the first quarter of the year, cumulative exports reached 1.456 million metric tons, representing a year-on-year increase of 6.5%. While aluminum exports expanded, China’s imports of unwrought copper and copper products fell sharply in Q1 2026. March imports stood at 416,000 metric tons, bringing the first-quarter total to 1.115 million metric tons – a 14.2% decline compared to the same period last year. In contrast, imports of copper ore and concentrate rose 6.6% year-on-year to 7.563 million metric tons in Q1 2026, indicating sustained downstream demand for refined metal.

Why These Numbers Matter for Your Aluminum Supply Chain

The 6.5% rise in Chinese aluminum exports signals healthy production activity and competitive pricing. However, global aluminum markets remain extremely tight. As highlighted in recent industry reports, visible aluminum inventories have dropped to less than nine days of global consumption, and geopolitical disruptions in the Middle East have removed over a million tons of annual supply. In this environment, securing a reliable source of quality aluminum products is more critical than ever.

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