For procurement of 1070 aluminum plate in 2025 we find that commodity-level primary aluminium prices (the LME-backed benchmark) and China factory ex-works offers together set realistic delivered price ranges: roughly $2,200–$3,200 per metric ton for common plain-mill 1070 plate in large-volume, mill-certificate lots, with variances by temper, thickness, finish, and logistics. If you buy direct from a Chinese mill such as Luokaiwei and request standard mill test certificates and stock or short-lead custom orders, you can typically secure factory-price advantages (lower landed cost vs. small-distributor quotes) and faster turnaround.
We don’t sell a commodity in isolation: aluminium plate pricing for 1070 is anchored to the global primary aluminium benchmark, but finished-product quotes add mill processing, tempering, testing, surface finish, packaging and freight. In 2025 the LME and regional cash markets set the base metal level, while local supply, capacity utilization, electricity costs and trade policy determine the spread between raw-metal value and delivered plate price.
What is 1070 aluminum? composition and material properties
1070 (also written EN AW-1070 or UNS A91070) is a commercially-pure aluminium grade with typical aluminium content ≥ 99.7%. It is in the 1xxx family (very low alloying content), giving it excellent corrosion resistance, high electrical and thermal conductivity, and outstanding formability — but low strength compared with wrought alloys such as 6xxx or 5xxx series. Typical minor element limits are Fe ≤0.25%, Si ≤0.20% and very small allowances for Cu, Mn, Mg and Ti. Property datasheets list a Young’s modulus near 68 GPa and tensile strength that varies strongly with temper.
Why that matters for pricing: 1070’s purity makes it attractive for electrical, reflector, brazing-filler, and decorative strip/plate applications. It is often sold in soft tempers (O) or light work-hardened tempers (H12, H14, H18), and these processing choices influence mill costs and therefore price.
Common tempers, dimensions and how they affect cost
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Tempers: O (annealed) and H-series (H12–H26) are most common for 1070 plate/sheet. O-temper requires annealing cycles; some H-tempers need cold-rolling and controlled reductions — each step adds cost.
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Thickness: thin foil/sheet (≤1 mm) involves cold rolling and surface finishing — higher per-kg processing cost. Heavy plate (>10–50 mm) is hot-rolled and trimmed; price per kg typically falls with thickness in large lots.
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Width/length and surface: wider coils or full-width plates from a mill are generally cheaper per tonne than slitted or precision-cut small pieces. Bright/one-side-bright finishes, film protection, or special edge treatment raise the quote.
Takeaway: always specify the exact temper, thickness tolerance, and finish — vague requests cause wide quotes.
Industry standards and certificates you should request
When buying 1070 plate insist on:
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Mill Test Certificate (MTC) showing chemical analysis and tensile results per the requested standard.
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Reference standards such as ASTM B209 / ASME SB209 for sheet and plate specifications, or specific national standards used by the mill. These standards define acceptance criteria, alloy designations, and test methods — they protect buyers against mislabelled material.
Requesting certified documentation costs little and avoids expensive rework.
Primary price drivers in 2025
Several overlapping forces shaped aluminium pricing in 2025:
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LME benchmark: the London Metal Exchange price (three-month primary aluminium) remains the global cash benchmark for raw metal value and is a key input for long-term contracts and formula pricing. Markets were elevated in early-to-mid 2025 compared with several prior years due to inventory dynamics and energy policy.
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Regional premiums and local cash markets: inventory levels in major consuming regions (China, Europe, North America) create premiums or discounts versus LME. Mills set domestic cash prices that buyers actually pay.
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Electricity and smelter constraints: aluminium is electricity-intensive; local power cost dynamics (and capacity caps or environmental curbs) can create shortages and local price spikes.
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Trade policy and logistics: tariffs, export controls, and freight volatility change landed cost rapidly. In 2025 policy actions and shipping factors caused noticeable short-term spreads between regions.
China mill / ex-works pricing behavior
Chinese mills and traders typically quote 1070 plate in one of these ways:
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MT (metric ton) ex-works price — raw mill price before freight or export duty. Large buyers get better tiers. Example public posts and factory listings in 2025 show ex-works ranges often between $2,200–$2,800/tonne for standard 1xxx plates depending on quantity and temper.
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FOB Shanghai / CIF destination — adds port, paperwork, freight and insurance.
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Coil vs plate pricing — coils (cold-rolled sheet) can have different structures and minimum order sizes.
Important: many factory pages on supplier platforms show promotional or spot prices; real contracted prices depend on MTC requirements, lot acceptance tests, and payment terms.
Delivered price comparison (China vs India vs USA vs EU)
Below is a representative comparison to help budgeting. These are indicative landed ranges for standard 1070 plate (mill-grade, O/H-temper, plain mill finish), valid for mid-2025; you must obtain firm quotes for exact specs and logistics. Sources used: LME benchmark and industrial market snapshots; China factory listing averages.
| Region / basis | Typical price range (USD/metric ton) | Notes |
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| China — ex-works (mill) | $2,200 – $2,800 | Large lots, standard temper, mill MTC; quoted by several mills and marketplace listings. |
| China — FOB (Shanghai) | $2,400 – $3,000 | Adds port handling, export fees, paperwork. |
| India — domestic cash | $2,400 – $3,100 | Local smelter premiums and logistics; sample market snapshots show modest premium to China. |
| USA — domestic distributors (short commercial quantities) | $3,100 – $4,000 | Includes domestic processing and distributor margins; small orders are significantly more expensive. |
| EU — mill/distributor delivered | $3,000 – $4,200 | Higher energy and compliance costs raise European delivered prices. |
How to interpret the table: these are mid-market bands for plain 1070 plate. Add extras for special tolerances, cutting, certified test reports (NDT, PMI), or urgent air shipments.
How to read supplier quotes — an itemized checklist
When you get a quote, check these line items carefully:
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Alloy & temper: “1070 O” vs “1070 H14” — confirm.
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Standards / MTC: which spec is used (e.g., ASTM B209)? Are original mill certificates included? Ask for sample MTC.
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Dimensions / tolerances / finish: thickness, width, length tolerances and who bears trimming costs.
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Quantity / packaging / MOQ: many mills publish lower prices for 5–25 MT+ lots.
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Price basis: is the quote ex-works, FOB, CFR/CIF or DDP? Freight and insurance must be separated.
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Payment & inspection: payment terms (TT, L/C), third-party inspection rights and acceptance criteria.
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Lead time: manufacturing lead time plus shipment window.
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Incoterms and validity period.
A well formatted quote eliminates future disputes.
Best practices to reduce total landed cost
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Consolidate orders to reach mill quantity discounts.
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Standardize specs where possible (avoid excessive custom tolerances).
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Ask for sample MTC and mill photos before contract signing.
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Negotiate payment terms (partial deposit + balance on B/L or pre-shipment inspection).
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Use local partner warehouses to consolidate multiple SKUs into one shipment.
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Consider bonded import or large consolidated shipments to reduce per-kg freight and import fees.
Luokaiwei: how working direct with a China mill can help
We (Luokaiwei) operate in China as a manufacturer and trading partner focused on aluminum and steel products. For buyers seeking competitive landed cost and fast supply for 1070 plate, we offer:
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100% factory pricing advantage on standard stock items compared with small resellers.
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Custom tempering and cutting for special orders — we support tailored sizes and finishes.
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Fast delivery on stocked plate and flexible MOQs on certain SKUs.
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Full documentation (MTC per request, packing list, commercial invoice) to support customs clearance.
If your project requires repeated deliveries, we can set up blanket orders with scheduled shipments to lock favorable price tiers — this reduces price churn and administrative cost.
Typical lead times, MOQ and logistics
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Stock items: 1–3 weeks (if mill or local stock available).
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Custom production (new temper/size): 3–8 weeks depending on mill capacity.
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MOQ: many mills prefer 1–5 MT per item for custom runs; stock coils/plates can be smaller. Check packaging rules for export crates and film protection. Freight options include FOB Shanghai, CIF major ports, or DDP if you prefer the seller to handle import. Expect lead-time premium for urgent air shipments.
Case examples and procurement checklist
Short procurement checklist we use internally and recommend to buyers:
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Issue RFQ with explicit alloy, temper, thickness, finish, qty, required MTC standard.
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Request sample MTC and photos of product and mill test reports.
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Confirm incoterm and get freight pro-forma.
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Negotiate payment terms with partial deposit and inspection options.
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Place PO and request pre-shipment inspection when lot is ready.
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Accept shipment, verify MTC and visual condition on arrival.
Example: a European client needed 15 MT of 1070 O-temper plate, 3–6 mm thickness. By contracting direct with a Chinese mill (FOB), and consolidating to a full container, they lowered landed cost ~12% vs. local distributor quotes while maintaining required MTC and surface finish.
FAQs
Q1 — What is the best temper if I need forming and some strengthening?
A: For forming with modest strength gains, H12–H18 tempers are common. O-temper is best when maximum ductility and brazing ability matter. Specify forming process and final use so the mill can advise.
Q2 — How much does surface finish change price?
A: Bright or polished finishes and protective film add processing and handling. Expect an added premium (per tonne and per sheet) vs. plain mill finish — ask suppliers to itemize finish costs in the quote.
Q3 — Are there concerns about material certification when buying from overseas?
A: Always insist on a proper Mill Test Certificate referencing the standard (e.g., ASTM B209) and on third-party inspection rights. Random sampling and independent lab tests are inexpensive compared to rework.
Q4 — How volatile is price in 2025 — should I hedge?
A: 2025 still shows volatility driven by primary market moves (LME) and regional premium swings. For large programs consider price-formula contracts tied to LME plus a fixed conversion premium, or short forward buys to lock cost.
Q5 — How does buying direct from Luokaiwei help with quality and logistics?
A: Working direct with a factory reduces margin layers, gives direct control over production and inspection, and shortens lead times for stocked items. We can offer mill-level test documentation, custom cutting, and support for export logistics.
