2025 Apr Paraguay Copper scrap (HS7404) Export Snapshot: Vol Dip

April Trend: Paraguay Copper scrap Export

Copper scrap, classified under HS Code 7404 (Copper waste and scrap), saw a 7.24% month-on-month rise in unit price to $8.58/kg in April, even as export volume and value fell sharply by 26.85% and 21.56%, respectively. The price increase contrasts with the broader decline in trade activity, which followed a 23.03% drop in value the previous month. This volatility aligns with the April 3 announcement of a 10% global tariff by President Trump, likely disrupting trade flows. Paraguay’s copper scrap exports have shown erratic movement since January, with February’s 74% surge in volume and value followed by consecutive monthly contractions. The latest data suggests tightening supply or shifting demand dynamics amid new trade barriers.

Table: Paraguay Copper Scrap Export Trend (Source: yTrade)

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Geographic Concentration & Market Logic

Brazil dominates Paraguay's copper scrap exports, accounting for 40.9% of value but only 39.6% of weight, indicating a slight premium for higher-grade material. Japan and the U.S. follow with value shares (16.5%, 10.9%) closely aligned with weight (15.7%, 10.3%), suggesting balanced trade in standardized scrap. China, however, shows a value-volume gap (9.4% value vs. 12.5% weight), acting as a bulk processing hub for lower-cost raw material. The structure reveals a dual-track supply chain: premium demand from Brazil and commodity-driven flows to Asia. Paraguay’s export strategy prioritizes market segmentation over pure volume optimization.

Table: Paraguay Copper Scrap (HS Code 7404) Top Destination Countries (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay HS Code 7404 Breakdown & Value Logic

yTrade data reveals Paraguay’s HS Code 7404 exports are entirely dominated by Copper waste and scrap (74040000), accounting for 100% of volume (400.60K kg) and value ($3.44M) in April 2025. The absence of unit price data suggests a bulk-driven market, where low-margin, high-volume scrap trade overshadows niche or processed copper products. This Paraguay HS Code 7404 Export pattern confirms a commodity-heavy focus, with price-sensitive buyers prioritizing raw material volume over premium refinement. The remaining sub-codes are negligible, reinforcing scrap’s monopoly. Expect this trend to persist unless value-added processing gains traction.

Table: Paraguay (HS Code 7404) Breakdown Details (Source: yTrade)

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Paraguay Copper Scrap Buyers List

Table: Paraguay Copper Scrap (HS Code 7404) Top Buyers List (Source: yTrade)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did Paraguay Copper scrap Export perform in April?

Exports dropped 21.56% month-on-month to $3.44M, with volumes down 26.85% to 400.60K kg. Unit prices rose 7.24% to $8.58/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Copper scrap?

Brazil ($1.40M), Japan ($567.02K), and the United States ($374.03K) were the top destinations.

Who are the major Copper scrap Buyers?

Cosmet Latam LLC ($1.40M) and Olympic Metals LLC ($567.02K) dominated purchases.

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

The data covers HS Code 7404, with significant activity in copper waste and scrap (740400).