HS Code:
The category 'Pipes and tubes of aluminum, other than seamless' (HS Code 7608.10.0090 or 7608.20.0090) includes aluminum pipes and tubes that are not seamless, meaning they are typically welded or otherwise formed. These products are widely used in industries such as construction, automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing for applications requiring lightweight, corrosion-resistant materials. This category excludes seamless aluminum pipes and tubes, which are classified under different HS codes. The global trade of these products is influenced by industrial demand, raw material availability (bauxite and alumina), and regional manufacturing capabilities.
Total Trade Volume
Approximately $2.5 billion USD
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database, International Trade Centre (ITC)
$800 million USD
32% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$400 million USD
16% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$350 million USD
14% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
$200 million USD
8% of total trade of total trade
Stable
$150 million USD
6% of total trade of total trade
Increasing
Average Rate
5.7% ad valorem
Highest Rate
25% (imposed by certain countries under anti-dumping measures)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like USMCA or EU trade deals)
Rising demand in automotive and renewable energy sectors
Increased use of aluminum pipes in electric vehicle battery cooling systems and solar panel frameworks has boosted trade volumes, particularly in Asia and Europe.
2021-2022
Shift towards sustainable production
Manufacturers are adopting greener production methods to meet environmental regulations, influencing trade patterns as countries with stricter standards gain competitive advantage.
2020-2022
Supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions
Trade wars and sanctions, especially involving major exporters like China, have led to fluctuating prices and shifts in supply chains towards alternative suppliers.
2019-2022
The United States extended tariffs on aluminum imports under Section 232, citing national security concerns, with specific exemptions for certain allies.
January 2023
This has led to higher costs for US importers and a shift towards domestic or alternative international suppliers.
The European Union imposed definitive anti-dumping duties on aluminum extrusions, including pipes and tubes, from China to protect local manufacturers.
October 2022
Trade volumes from China to the EU have decreased, with suppliers from Turkey and other regions filling the gap.
Countries like Vietnam and Thailand have ramped up aluminum pipe production, benefiting from lower labor costs and proximity to key markets in Asia.
Mid-2022
This has diversified global supply chains and reduced reliance on traditional exporters like China.