Copper Production: China vs World 2025 (Latest Data & Historical Trends)
Copper production comparison. China produces 35%+ of global copper.
Quick Answer
China produced 7 million tonnes of copper in 2025, 31.8% of global output. From 7.6% in 2000, China became a top copper producer. China produces nearly one-third of global copper. Data from USGS covers 2000-2025.
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Data table
Data table
Showing all 4 observations from 2000 to 2025.
| Period | China | World total | World minus china | China share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 1.0 | 13.2 | 12.2 | 7.6 |
| 2010 | 2.5 | 15.8 | 13.3 | 15.8 |
| 2020 | 5.5 | 20.5 | 15.0 | 26.8 |
| 2025 | 7.0 | 22.0 | 15.0 | 31.8 |
About This Dataset
Copper production comparison. China produces 35%+ of global copper.
The latest row (2025) reports China: 7 Million Tonnes and world total: 22 Million Tonnes. The dataset spans 4 data points from 2000 to 2025, updated yearly.
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China Data Portal (2026). Copper Production: China vs World. Retrieved from https://chinadata.live/data/copper-production-china-vs-world/
Primary Source:
USGS
Data as of:
2025
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What does the Copper Production: China vs World dataset report for 2025?
The latest row (2025) reports China: 7 Million Tonnes and world total: 22 Million Tonnes. This dataset includes 4 data points covering 2000 to 2025.
Where does Copper Production: China vs World data come from?
Copper Production: China vs World data is sourced from USGS and structured by China Data Portal for charting, CSV download, and API access.
Where can I download Copper Production: China vs World data?
You can download Copper Production: China vs World data from China Data Portal via our free API at https://chinadata.live/api/v2/data/copper-production-china-vs-world. Data is available in JSON and CSV formats.
What is the data range for Copper Production: China vs World?
The Copper Production: China vs World dataset covers 2000 to 2025, with 4 data points. Data source: USGS.