In May, China's copper enamelled wire exports covered 132 countries and regions, and exports to Turkey surged 312.1% YoY
In May 2026, China exported copper enamelled wire to 132 countries and regions, with monthly export volume hitting a record high for the same period in history. The top three markets were Vietnam, Japan, and Thailand, together accounting for nearly 32% of total exports; Vietnam’s exports slipped 2.5% YoY, while shipments to Japan and Thailand rose 27.7% and 19.8% YoY, respectively. Turkey posted outstanding export growth, with shipments reaching 908 mt in the month, surging 312.1% YoY and ranking fourth. Exports to South Korea, the Philippines, and Mexico all contracted YoY. Overall, export momentum for enamelled wire outside China remained strong in May.