U.S. exports of Copper Exports (End-Use 12210) totaled $1.4B in August 2026, exported to 100 countries.
Last updated: August 2026 dataCopper exported from the United States spans refined cathodes, wire rod, scrap, and semi-fabricated forms, making it a critical raw material for electrical, construction, and industrial manufacturing sectors worldwide. Export classification under this end-use category captures the full range of copper forms, from primary refined metal to alloyed and recycled material. Pricing is closely tied to LME benchmark quotes, so timing and hedging strategies are central concerns for exporters managing contract exposure.
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End-Use codes describe different products on the import and export sides. Cross-direction imports are not shown for this slug.
Most copper exports do not require a specific export license under EAR, but exporters must still file Electronic Export Information (EEI) via AES for shipments above the filing threshold. Scrap copper may be subject to additional documentation requirements depending on the destination country's import regulations.
Because copper is priced against London Metal Exchange benchmarks, most commercial contracts use a price-at-time-of-shipment or monthly average formula rather than a fixed price. Exporters typically hedge open positions through futures contracts to manage the gap between order placement and vessel loading.
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Commodity 14 of 47 in category 1
Commodity 12210 · $1.4B of $79.1B
Exports · August 2026
destination
Canada and Mexico together take 48% of it.
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Exports
Exports
$1.4BYoY · free account
Through August 2026 · exports 8 of 12 months reported. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.