2025 Q2 Paraguay Copper scrap (HS7404) Export Snapshot: Surge & Dip

Q2 Trend: Paraguay Copper scrap Export

Copper scrap, classified under HS Code 7404 (Copper waste and scrap), saw mixed export performance in Q2 2025. Unit prices rose 7.24% MoM in April to $8.58/kg before dipping 4.19% in May and recovering 2.59% in June to $8.43/kg. Export volumes fluctuated sharply, dropping 26.85% MoM in April to 400.60K kg, then rebounding 57.74% in May to 631.89K kg, and easing 6.78% in June to 589.04K kg. Trade values followed a similar pattern, declining 21.56% in April before surging 51.13% in May and slipping 4.37% in June. The volatility suggests shifting demand or supply constraints in the global copper scrap market.

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 37.3% of value and 35.8% of weight, reflecting balanced trade with minimal value-volume gap—suggesting stable demand for mid-grade scrap. Japan and China, however, show slight premium tendencies (25.2% value vs. 24.2% weight for Japan; 12.3% value vs. 15.1% weight for China), indicating selective demand for higher-quality material. The absence of extreme gaps points to a cost-efficient, bulk-oriented supply chain, with Brazil serving as the primary hub for raw scrap, while niche markets like Japan absorb refined lots. This structure prioritizes volume over premium pricing, typical of scrap commodity flows.

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 "Copper; waste and scrap" (74040000) dominates Paraguay HS Code 7404 exports at 100% frequency and value share, with 1.62M tons shipped in Q2 2025. The absence of unit price data suggests bulk, low-margin volume drives this trade—typical for scrap markets where scale outweighs premium pricing. The lack of sub-code diversification confirms Paraguay’s export focus on raw, high-volume copper scrap under HS Code 7404, aligning with global demand for cost-efficient recycling inputs.

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 Q2?

Exports surged 51% month-on-month in May to $5.19M before dipping 4% in June to $4.97M, with unit prices fluctuating between $8.00-$8.58/kg.

What are the top Export partners for Paraguay Copper scrap?

Brazil ($5.08M), Japan ($3.43M), and China ($1.67M) accounted for the majority of exports.

Who are the major Copper scrap Buyers?

The market is concentrated, with Cosmet Latam LLC ($5.08M) and Olympic Metals LLC ($3.43M) dominating trade volumes.

What is the specific HS Code for this trade?

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

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