Copper Pipes & Tubes Market by Type (DWV, Type K, Type L), Product (Capillary Tubes, Coated Copper Tubes, Seamless Copper Tubes), Outer Diameter, Finished Type, End-User - Global Forecast 2024-2030

Copper Pipes & Tubes Market by Type (DWV, Type K, Type L), Product (Capillary Tubes, Coated Copper Tubes, Seamless Copper Tubes), Outer Diameter, Finished Type, End-User - Global Forecast 2024-2030


The Copper Pipes & Tubes Market size was estimated at USD 11.61 billion in 2023 and expected to reach USD 12.23 billion in 2024, at a CAGR 5.41% to reach USD 16.79 billion by 2030.

The copper pipes and tubes encompass various products, including rigid and flexible copper tubes, used across various industries for multiple applications. These pipes are commonly used in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical grounding systems. Urbanization and industrialization have increased construction activities and raised demand for HVAC systems in residential and commercial spaces. Moreover, stringent regulations on energy efficiency have led to an increase in demand for high-performance heat exchangers made from copper tubing that significantly expanded the market growth. However, high prices of raw materials such as copper and environmental concerns related to mining and processing may negatively impact the market, making it essential for businesses to invest in sustainable practices and recycling technologies. New opportunities emerging within the copper pipes and tubes market include evolving trends related to producing clean energy and developing eco-friendly copper pipes and tubes, which is expected to create lucrative market growth.

Regional Insights

The copper pipes & tubes market has a significant landscape in the Americas owing to its rising demand primarily from the construction and industrial sectors and an extensive residential construction industry driving the demand for plumbing applications. The key developments in this region include strategic investments by major manufacturers to expand production capabilities and patented innovations promoting sustainable manufacturing processes that significantly expand the demand for copper pipes and tubes in the region. The EMEA region observed a developed landscape in the copper pipes and tubes market due to the region's strong inclination toward renewable energy sources, which has boosted demand for copper pipes and tubes in solar power installations. In addition, stringent regulations on carbon emissions have led to increased adoption of electric vehicles, which require copper components for batteries and charging stations. The APAC region is anticipated to show the highest growth rate in the copper pipes and tubes market, attributed to increasing industrialization, urbanization, and expanding construction sector.

Market Insights
  • Market Dynamics

    The market dynamics represent an ever-changing landscape of the Copper Pipes & Tubes Market by providing actionable insights into factors, including supply and demand levels. Accounting for these factors helps design strategies, make investments, and formulate developments to capitalize on future opportunities. In addition, these factors assist in avoiding potential pitfalls related to political, geographical, technical, social, and economic conditions, highlighting consumer behaviors and influencing manufacturing costs and purchasing decisions.
    • Market Drivers
      • Increasing urbanization leading to a rise in construction activities worldwide
      • Rising demand for copper pipes by energy and utility sectors
      • Potential benefits associated with copper pipes and tubes compared to traditional piping solutions
      • Market Restraints
        • Fluctuating prices of raw materials of copper pipes and tubes
        • Market Opportunities
          • Advancements in processing and manufacturing copper pipes & tubes
          • Focus on sustainability and usage of recycled copper for development of copper pipes & tubes
          • Market Challenges
            • Limitations associated with copper pipes & tubes coupled with energy-intensive procedures
            • Market Segmentation Analysis
              • Type: Proliferating use of Type K copper pipes for water distribution
              • Product: Significant penetration of seamless copper tubes
              • Outer Diameter: Widespread use of large-diameter copper pipes & tubes in industrial applications
              • Finished Type: Expanding applications of LWC plain copper pipes for plumbing purposes
              • End-user: Increasing utilization of copper pipes & tubes across economies with expanding manufacturing sector
              • Market Disruption Analysis
              • Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
              • Value Chain & Critical Path Analysis
              • Pricing Analysis
              • Technology Analysis
              • Patent Analysis
              • Trade Analysis
              • Regulatory Framework Analysis
              FPNV Positioning Matrix

              The FPNV positioning matrix is essential in evaluating the market positioning of the vendors in the Copper Pipes & Tubes Market. This matrix offers a comprehensive assessment of vendors, examining critical metrics related to business strategy and product satisfaction. This in-depth assessment empowers users to make well-informed decisions aligned with their requirements. Based on the evaluation, the vendors are then categorized into four distinct quadrants representing varying levels of success, namely Forefront (F), Pathfinder (P), Niche (N), or Vital (V).

              Market Share Analysis

              The market share analysis is a comprehensive tool that provides an insightful and in-depth assessment of the current state of vendors in the Copper Pipes & Tubes Market. By meticulously comparing and analyzing vendor contributions, companies are offered a greater understanding of their performance and the challenges they face when competing for market share. These contributions include overall revenue, customer base, and other vital metrics. Additionally, this analysis provides valuable insights into the competitive nature of the sector, including factors such as accumulation, fragmentation dominance, and amalgamation traits observed over the base year period studied. With these illustrative details, vendors can make more informed decisions and devise effective strategies to gain a competitive edge in the market.

              Recent Developments
              • Wieland Acquires Small Tube Products

                The Wieland Group, a semi-finished copper and copper alloy product manufacturer, has acquired Small Tube Products to expand its product portfolio and manufacturing capabilities, delivering added value to customers. The acquisition forms part of Wieland Group's ongoing growth strategy, which includes a USD 100 million investment in 2021 to establish a recycling and refining facility in Shelbyville, Kentucky. Wieland Group has also made other significant acquisitions, including Farmers Copper Ltd., Lone Star Casting & Machine, Hummock Industries, Heyco Metals, and National Bronze Manufacturing.

                Copper Tubing Company Invests USD 18.5 million in Rock Hill expansion

                PDM US, a manufacturer of copper tubing, has recently invested USD 18.5 million to expand its Rock Hill facility. This expansion has positioned PDM to strengthen its position as the fully integrated insulated copper tube manufacturer in the United States. The existing facility has been expanded by 20,000 square feet, and cutting-edge technology has been incorporated into the production process.

                Wieland Launches Cuprolife – Copper Tube Made From 100 % Recycled Copper

                Wieland introduced cuprolife, a new copper tube made entirely from recycled material, at the ISH trade fair in Frankfurt. The Wieland Group actively promotes copper recycling through investments in recycling plants in Shelbyville, Kentucky (USA) and Vöhringen (DE). The cuprolife tube combines equal parts of primary and secondary raw materials, including scrap. It has received certification from TÜV SÜD, indicating a significant reduction in primary materials and increased use of recycled materials.
              Strategy Analysis & Recommendation

              The strategic analysis is essential for organizations seeking a solid foothold in the global marketplace. Companies are better positioned to make informed decisions that align with their long-term aspirations by thoroughly evaluating their current standing in the Copper Pipes & Tubes Market. This critical assessment involves a thorough analysis of the organization’s resources, capabilities, and overall performance to identify its core strengths and areas for improvement.

              Key Company Profiles

              The report delves into recent significant developments in the Copper Pipes & Tubes Market, highlighting leading vendors and their innovative profiles. These include Alcobra GmbH, Aurubis AG, Brassco Tube Industries, Cambridge-Lee Industries LLC, Cerro Flow Products LLC, ElvalHalcor Hellenic Copper and Aluminium industry S.A., Emil Müller GmbH Metallwerk, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd, Ganpat Industrial Corporation, Hailiang Group, JF Engineering Products LLP, Junbaocheng Steel Limited, KEMBLA by Metal Manufactures Pty Limited, KMCT Corporation, KME Group, Kobe Steel Ltd., Luvata by Mitsubishi Materials Corporation, MANDEV TUBES, Mehta Tubes Limited, Mercure Metals & Alloys Pvt Ltd, MetTube Sdn. Bhd., MST Edelstahlrohr GmbH, MUELLER INDUSTRIES, INC., MUNOT METALLOYS, Ningbo Jintian Copper (Group) Co., Ltd., Nippon Tokushukan MFG.Co.,Ltd., QAEM Copper Industries, Qingdao Hongtai Copper Co., Ltd., Reta Copper Industries Co.,Ltd, RFS Hydraulics Sdn Bhd., Shanghai Metal Corporation, SMS group GmbH, Standard-Metallwerke GmbH, Wieland-Werke AG, and Yingtan Winland Metallurgy Co., Ltd..

              Market Segmentation & Coverage

              This research report categorizes the Copper Pipes & Tubes Market to forecast the revenues and analyze trends in each of the following sub-markets:
              • Type
                • DWV
                • Type K
                • Type L
                • Type M
                • Product
                  • Capillary Tubes
                  • Coated Copper Tubes
                  • Seamless Copper Tubes
                  • Welded Copper Tubes
                  • Outer Diameter
                    • Large Diameter Copper Tubes (greater than 2 inch)
                    • Medium Diameter Copper Tubes (3/8 inch to 2 inch)
                    • Small Diameter Copper Tubes (less than 3/8 inch)
                    • Finished Type
                      • Inner Grooved
                      • LWC Plain
                      • Pan Cake
                      • Straight Length
                      • End-User
                        • Aerospace & Defense
                        • Automotive
                        • Construction
                        • Electronics & Electrical
                        • Energy & Utility
                        • Healthcare
                        • Industrial Machinery & Equipment
                        • Region
                          • Americas
                            • Argentina
                            • Brazil
                            • Canada
                            • Mexico
                            • Peru
                            • United States
                              • California
                              • Colorado
                              • Florida
                              • Illinois
                              • Indiana
                              • New Hampshire
                              • New Jersey
                              • New York
                              • Ohio
                              • Pennsylvania
                              • Texas
                              • Utah
                              • Asia-Pacific
                                • Australia
                                • China
                                • India
                                • Indonesia
                                • Japan
                                • Malaysia
                                • Philippines
                                • Singapore
                                • South Korea
                                • Taiwan
                                • Thailand
                                • Vietnam
                                • Europe, Middle East & Africa
                                  • Denmark
                                  • Egypt
                                  • Finland
                                  • France
                                  • Germany
                                  • Israel
                                  • Italy
                                  • Netherlands
                                  • Nigeria
                                  • Norway
                                  • Poland
                                  • Qatar
                                  • Russia
                                  • Saudi Arabia
                                  • South Africa
                                  • Spain
                                  • Sweden
                                  • Switzerland
                                  • Turkey
                                  • United Arab Emirates
                                  • United Kingdom


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1. Preface
1.1. Objectives of the Study
1.2. Market Segmentation & Coverage
1.3. Years Considered for the Study
1.4. Currency & Pricing
1.5. Language
1.6. Stakeholders
2. Research Methodology
2.1. Define: Research Objective
2.2. Determine: Research Design
2.3. Prepare: Research Instrument
2.4. Collect: Data Source
2.5. Analyze: Data Interpretation
2.6. Formulate: Data Verification
2.7. Publish: Research Report
2.8. Repeat: Report Update
3. Executive Summary
4. Market Overview
5. Market Insights
5.1. Market Dynamics
5.1.1. Drivers
5.1.1.1. Increasing urbanization leading to a rise in construction activities worldwide
5.1.1.2. Rising demand for copper pipes by energy and utility sectors
5.1.1.3. Potential benefits associated with copper pipes and tubes compared to traditional piping solutions
5.1.2. Restraints
5.1.2.1. Fluctuating prices of raw materials of copper pipes and tubes
5.1.3. Opportunities
5.1.3.1. Advancements in processing and manufacturing copper pipes & tubes
5.1.3.2. Focus on sustainability and usage of recycled copper for development of copper pipes & tubes
5.1.4. Challenges
5.1.4.1. Limitations associated with copper pipes & tubes coupled with energy-intensive procedures
5.2. Market Segmentation Analysis
5.2.1. Type: Proliferating use of Type K copper pipes for water distribution
5.2.2. Product: Significant penetration of seamless copper tubes
5.2.3. Outer Diameter: Widespread use of large-diameter copper pipes & tubes in industrial applications
5.2.4. Finished Type: Expanding applications of LWC plain copper pipes for plumbing purposes
5.2.5. End-user: Increasing utilization of copper pipes & tubes across economies with expanding manufacturing sector
5.3. Market Trend Analysis
5.3.1. Considerable presence of copper mines and expanding usage of copper pipes & tubes in the Americas
5.3.2. Burgeoning exports and rapidly expanding manufacturing facilities to foster the growth of the copper pipes & tubes market in the APAC region
5.3.3. High investment in renewable energy and growing focus of developing recycled copper pipes & tubes in EMEA region
5.4. Cumulative Impact of High Inflation
5.5. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
5.5.1. Threat of New Entrants
5.5.2. Threat of Substitutes
5.5.3. Bargaining Power of Customers
5.5.4. Bargaining Power of Suppliers
5.5.5. Industry Rivalry
5.6. Value Chain & Critical Path Analysis
5.7. Regulatory Framework Analysis
6. Copper Pipes & Tubes Market, by Type
6.1. Introduction
6.2. DWV
6.3. Type K
6.4. Type L
6.5. Type M
7. Copper Pipes & Tubes Market, by Product
7.1. Introduction
7.2. Capillary Tubes
7.3. Coated Copper Tubes
7.4. Seamless Copper Tubes
7.5. Welded Copper Tubes
8. Copper Pipes & Tubes Market, by Outer Diameter
8.1. Introduction
8.2. Large Diameter Copper Tubes (greater than 2 inch)
8.3. Medium Diameter Copper Tubes (3/8 inch to 2 inch)
8.4. Small Diameter Copper Tubes (less than 3/8 inch)
9. Copper Pipes & Tubes Market, by Finished Type
9.1. Introduction
9.2. Inner Grooved
9.3. LWC Plain
9.4. Pan Cake
9.5. Straight Length
10. Copper Pipes & Tubes Market, by End-User
10.1. Introduction
10.2. Aerospace & Defense
10.3. Automotive
10.4. Construction
10.5. Electronics & Electrical
10.6. Energy & Utility
10.7. Healthcare
10.8. Industrial Machinery & Equipment
11. Americas Copper Pipes & Tubes Market
11.1. Introduction
11.2. Argentina
11.3. Brazil
11.4. Canada
11.5. Mexico
11.6. Peru
11.7. United States
12. Asia-Pacific Copper Pipes & Tubes Market
12.1. Introduction
12.2. Australia
12.3. China
12.4. India
12.5. Indonesia
12.6. Japan
12.7. Malaysia
12.8. Philippines
12.9. Singapore
12.10. South Korea
12.11. Taiwan
12.12. Thailand
12.13. Vietnam
13. Europe, Middle East & Africa Copper Pipes & Tubes Market
13.1. Introduction
13.2. Denmark
13.3. Egypt
13.4. Finland
13.5. France
13.6. Germany
13.7. Israel
13.8. Italy
13.9. Netherlands
13.10. Nigeria
13.11. Norway
13.12. Poland
13.13. Qatar
13.14. Russia
13.15. Saudi Arabia
13.16. South Africa
13.17. Spain
13.18. Sweden
13.19. Switzerland
13.20. Turkey
13.21. United Arab Emirates
13.22. United Kingdom
14. Competitive Landscape
14.1. Market Share Analysis, 2023
14.2. FPNV Positioning Matrix, 2023
14.3. Competitive Scenario Analysis
14.3.1. Wieland Acquires Small Tube Products
14.3.2. Copper Tubing Company Invests USD 18.5 million in Rock Hill expansion
14.3.3. Wieland Launches Cuprolife – Copper Tube Made From 100 % Recycled Copper
14.3.4. CERRO FLOW PRODUCTS LLC ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF CERROSET.COM
14.3.5. China copper maker Hailiang expands into Indonesia
14.3.6. PDM US to establish global HQ in Rock Hill with USD 18.5M investment
14.3.7. Malaysian firm to set up copper tube manufacturing plant at Sanand
14.3.8. Golden Dragon completed the acquisition of a 50% stake in the KMD joint venture from KME for USD 53 Million.
14.3.9. Hailiang becomes the strategic partner of Midea's after-sales copper pipe
15. Competitive Portfolio
15.1. Key Company Profiles
15.2. Key Product Portfolio

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