HS Code:
The category of aluminum structures (excluding prefabricated buildings of heading 9406) and parts of structures under HS Code 7610 includes a wide range of products such as bridges, bridge-sections, towers, lattice masts, roofs, roofing frameworks, doors, windows, frames, thresholds for doors, balustrades, pillars, columns, and aluminum plates, rods, profiles, tubes prepared for use in structures. These products are critical in construction, infrastructure development, and industrial applications due to aluminum's lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and durable properties. This category plays a significant role in global trade, driven by urbanization, infrastructure projects, and the growing preference for sustainable building materials.
Total Trade Volume
USD 12.5 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 3.2 billion
25.6% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.8 billion
14.4% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 1.5 billion
12.0% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
USD 1.0 billion
8.0% of total trade of total trade
Stable
USD 0.8 billion
6.4% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.2%
Highest Rate
12% (applied by certain developing countries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU Single Market or USMCA)
Growing demand for sustainable materials
Increased use of aluminum in green building projects due to its recyclability and low carbon footprint compared to steel, driving market growth in regions with strict environmental regulations.
2021-2023
Rise in infrastructure investments
Government-led infrastructure projects in Asia-Pacific and Africa have boosted demand for aluminum structures, especially for bridges, towers, and roofing frameworks.
2020-2022
Technological advancements in aluminum processing
Innovations in extrusion and alloy technologies have improved the strength and versatility of aluminum products, expanding their application in high-rise buildings and industrial structures.
2019-2023
The United States introduced a 10% additional tariff on aluminum structures imported from China, citing unfair trade practices and overcapacity in the Chinese market.
March 2023
This has led to a shift in supply chains, with US importers seeking alternative suppliers from countries like South Korea and Vietnam, potentially increasing costs in the short term.
The European Unionโs Green Deal initiative has incentivized the use of recyclable materials like aluminum in construction, with subsidies for projects using sustainable materials.
January 2023
This policy is expected to boost demand for aluminum structures in Europe, benefiting exporters from Germany and Italy while encouraging local production.
Chinaโs ongoing Belt and Road Initiative has increased exports of aluminum structures to participating countries in Asia and Africa for infrastructure projects.
Throughout 2022
This has solidified Chinaโs position as the leading exporter, though it faces challenges from anti-dumping measures in key markets like the EU and US.