U.S. Alumina And Primary Aluminum Market. Analysis And Forecast to 2030
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Contents:
- Price for Alumina and Primary Aluminum in the United States (CIF) - 2023
- Price for Alumina and Primary Aluminum in the United States (FOB) - 2023
- Imports of Alumina and Primary Aluminum in the United States
- Exports of Alumina and Primary Aluminum in the United States
Price for Alumina and Primary Aluminum in the United States (CIF) - 2023
In August 2023, the average alumina and primary aluminum import price amounted to $2,213 per ton, standing approximately at the previous month. In general, the import price, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in September 2022 an increase of 26% against the previous month. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $2,783 per ton. From October 2022 to August 2023, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In August 2023, the country with the highest price was Argentina ($2,816 per ton), while the price for Brazil ($361 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+8.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.
Price for Alumina and Primary Aluminum in the United States (FOB) - 2023
The average alumina and primary aluminum export price stood at $2,644 per ton in August 2023, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous month. In general, the export price, however, saw a noticeable curtailment. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in December 2022 an increase of 18% against the previous month. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $3,511 per ton in August 2022; however, from September 2022 to August 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination: the country with the highest price was Germany ($4,733 per ton), while the average price for exports to Malaysia ($1,412 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From August 2022 to August 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Mexico (-1.5%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.
Imports of Alumina and Primary Aluminum in the United States
Alumina and primary aluminum imports into the United States amounted to 5.8M tons in 2022, picking up by 8.7% against 2021. In general, imports recorded a slight increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 13%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, alumina and primary aluminum imports soared to $15.7B in 2022. Overall, imports showed a prominent increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 65%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
| Import of Alumina and Primary Aluminum in the United States (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Canada | 4,555 | 4,485 | 7,515 | 8,915 | 25.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | 1,211 | 782 | 1,254 | 1,734 | 12.7% |
| Bahrain | 311 | 175 | 523 | 892 | 42.1% |
| Australia | 738 | 179 | 344 | 771 | 1.5% |
| Argentina | 393 | 296 | 315 | 571 | 13.3% |
| Russia | 438 | 229 | 483 | 553 | 8.1% |
| Brazil | 327 | 224 | 363 | 551 | 19.0% |
| India | 369 | 171 | 153 | 475 | 8.8% |
| Qatar | 415 | 180 | 233 | 364 | -4.3% |
| South Africa | 211 | 233 | 330 | 273 | 9.0% |
| Jamaica | 87.7 | 77.9 | 74.4 | N/A | -7.9% |
| Others | 414 | 224 | 352 | 581 | 12.0% |
| Total | 9,470 | 7,257 | 11,939 | 15,680 | 18.3% |
Top Suppliers of Alumina and Primary Aluminum to the United States in 2022:
- Canada (2590.5K tons)
- Brazil (1077.9K tons)
- United Arab Emirates (515.8K tons)
- Australia (456.1K tons)
- Bahrain (272.1K tons)
- Russia (191.8K tons)
- Argentina (160.9K tons)
- India (150.7K tons)
- Qatar (114.8K tons)
- South Africa (92.8K tons)
Exports of Alumina and Primary Aluminum in the United States
In 2022, the amount of alumina and primary aluminum exported from the United States stood at 536K tons, surging by 6.1% compared with the year before. Overall, exports, however, recorded a perceptible setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 11% against the previous year.
In value terms, alumina and primary aluminum exports soared to $2B in 2022. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a buoyant increase from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +16.2% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +86.5% against 2020 indices. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
| Export of Alumina and Primary Aluminum in the United States (Million USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Mexico | 624 | 526 | 803 | 1,177 | 23.6% |
| Canada | 288 | 246 | 316 | 389 | 10.5% |
| Germany | 29.6 | 20.8 | 28.8 | 43.9 | 14.0% |
| Iceland | 8.7 | N/A | N/A | 1.3 | -46.9% |
| Others | 301 | 261 | 250 | 357 | 5.9% |
| Total | 1,252 | 1,055 | 1,398 | 1,967 | 16.3% |
Top Export Markets for Alumina and Primary Aluminum from the United States in 2022:
- Iceland (undefinedK tons)
- Mexico (346.7K tons)
- Canada (119.9K tons)
- Germany (9.2K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for alumina and primary aluminum in the U.S.. 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:
- NAICS 331313 - Alumina refining and primary aluminum production
Companies mentioned:
- Alcoa Inc.
- Kaiser Aluminum Corporation
- Closure Systems International
- Ormet Corporation
- Constellium Automotive Usa
- Sherwin Alumina Company
- Intalco Aluminum Corporation
- Reynolds International
- Gac Chemical Corporation
- 3a Composites USA Inc.
- Tennessee Aluminum Processors
- Prl Aluminum
- Century Aluminum Company
- Nanshan America Advanced Aluminum Technologies
- Drs Industries
- Ideal Deals
- Noranda Alumina
- Alcan Corporation, Most Inc
- Morgan Advanced Ceramics
- Alumax
- Porocel Industries
- Somerville Acquisitions Co.
- Ormet Primary Aluminum Corp
- Columbia Specialty Metals
- Alcan Primary Products Corp
- Mitsubishi Plastics Composites America
- Klm Acquisition Corporation
- Real Alloy Specification
- Century Aluminum Sebree
- Ad Investment Group
Country coverage:
- United States
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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- How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- MARKET STRUCTURE
- TRADE BALANCE
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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