Aluminum Price Trend & Our Commitment | Zhengzhou Joyi Import & Export Co., Ltd
The aluminum market has maintained a lasting upward momentum over the past three years, continuously pushing up the production cost of aluminum foil containers and disposable food packaging products worldwide.
1. Three-Year Aluminum Price Comparison (1Q 2023 – 1Q 2026)
2023: Average ~18,000 CNY/ton (A00 aluminum, China spot) — laying a stable and low-cost market foundation.
2024: Average ~19,500 CNY/ton — showing a gradual upward trend affected by tightening global raw material supply.
2025: Average ~20,700 CNY/ton — the rising momentum became more obvious, driven by strong global market demand and growing geopolitical risks.
2026 (YTD): Current ~24,500 CNY/ton (as of April 29, 2026). Compared with the level in early 2023, the price has increased by 40%, hitting a multi-year high due to global supply disruptions triggered by Middle East market changes.
LME aluminum prices have stayed firmly above $3,500/ton, reflecting widespread market concerns about long-term supply shortages.
2. Market Outlook: High Volatility & Strong Support
Short term (Q2–Q3 2026): Aluminum prices will remain in a high fluctuation range of 23,500–25,500 CNY/ton. Ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to affect material supply, and it usually takes more than 6 months for large aluminum smelters to resume full production, keeping global supply in a tight balance.
Medium–long term (2026–2027): The global aluminum market is gradually transforming from supply surplus to structural supply shortage. Price levels will stay at a relatively high position, and it is unlikely to return to the low-price cycle seen in 2023.
3. Our Response & Commitment (Zhengzhou Joyi)
As a professional supplier specialized in aluminum foil food packaging, Zhengzhou Joyi Import & Export Co., Ltd has taken positive and targeted measures to stabilize raw material costs and safeguard the interests of global customers.
Strategic Raw Material Stocking
We sign long-term cooperation agreements with upstream suppliers to lock raw material prices in advance. We also arrange reasonable inventory reserves during periodic price dips, effectively avoiding sudden cost increases that may affect customers’ order plans.
Product Optimization & Cost Control
We continuously optimize production procedures and improve raw material utilization efficiency. At the same time, we launch cost-effective alternative product lines such as eco-friendly paper containers, enriching customers’ diversified procurement options.
Flexible Pricing & Transparent Communication
Long-term orders: We adopt reasonable raw material price adjustment clauses to share market risks fairly with partners.
Short-term orders: We provide real-time and stable quotation services, and take the initiative to update customers on the latest aluminum price trends in advance.
Continuous Supply & Quality Assurance
We adhere to standardized production and strict quality management, ensuring stable production arrangement and on-time delivery even under market volatility. We aim to become your reliable long-term partner for integrated food packaging solutions.
Conclusion
The continuous rise of aluminum prices has become a long-term structural market trend. Zhengzhou Joyi will keep close track of market changes, continuously optimize the entire supply chain layout, and work together with global customers to respond to industry challenges and achieve stable and sustainable cooperative development.
