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Aluminum pricing at your fingertips.

The cost of a can isn’t just about metal. Roughly one-third comes from aluminum itself, while two-thirds comes from non-metal inputs like logistics, coatings, and labor. By understanding the real drivers and market dynamics—you can anticipate changes, plan with confidence and protect your margins.

The anatomy of aluminum can pricing
 

1/3 of can cost is aluminum, with the remainder derived from non-metal inputs.

Raw Aluminum Price Components:

  • London Metal Exchange (LME) Price: The global market value of raw aluminum set by the London Metal Exchange.

  • Midwest Premium (MWP) Price: A North American surcharge covering transport, storage, and supply costs.

Non-Metal Input Price: Everything else that goes into making and delivering a can—labor, coatings, logistics, and more.

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Enter current market rates for the LME and MWP to see the baseline cost of aluminum. The calculator combines these prices and converts from USD per metric tonne to USD per pound to show aluminum’s share of your total can cost.
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