In 2023, China's aluminum production dominated at 40.95 million metric tons, with India a distant second at 4.35 million metric tons. China also led in growth with a 2.72% increase, while India's growth was slightly higher at 3.42%. Notably, Bahrain and Malaysia demonstrated significant production growth rates of 7.09% and 4.97%, respectively. In contrast, the United States and Spain saw declines, with production decreasing by 6.8% and 6.89%. The most drastic change was in the United Kingdom, which registered a 48.46% decrease in aluminum production.
Future trends to watch include China's continued dominance, potential production boosts from eco-friendly investments in renewable energy, and how geopolitical tensions may impact Russia's production levels. Additionally, countries with emerging markets like India may see increased production, bolstered by domestic manufacturing demands and infrastructural development.
Top countries in Aluminum Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 40,950 | 2023 | +3.27% | +2.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 India | 4,350 | 2023 | +3.93% | +3.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Russia | 3,630 | 2023 | +0.038% | +0.036% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Arab Emirates | 3,000 | 2023 | +2.93% | +2.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Canada | 2,900 | 2023 | -0.066% | -0.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 1,490 | 2023 | -1.16% | -1.15% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Bahrain | 1,420 | 2023 | +2.82% | +7.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 1,420 | 2023 | +0.88% | +1.75% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Saudi Arabia | 957 | 2023 | +3.91% | +3.6% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Malaysia | 956 | 2023 | +5.05% | +4.97% | View data |