Tin products trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in tin products was worth $428.5 million in 2024, about 39.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 2% since 2017, and down 6% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $428.5M | 39.4K t |
| 2023 | $454.5M | 39.2K t |
| 2022 | $520.9M | 50.5K t |
| 2021 | $496.8M | 52.1K t |
| 2020 | $344.4M | 35.0K t |
| 2019 | $395.2M | 45.1K t |
| 2018 | $431.2M | 45.5K t |
| 2017 | $420.3M | 53.1K t |
Top tin products exporting countries
Japan is the largest exporter with 28% of world exports, followed by China and the United States. The top three supply 47% between them, out of 112 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $117.9M | 28% |
| China | $51.7M | 12% |
| United States | $30.8M | 7.2% |
| Thailand | $27.0M | 6.3% |
| Taiwan | $25.4M | 5.9% |
| France | $21.5M | 5% |
| South Korea | $21.0M | 4.9% |
| Germany | $20.7M | 4.8% |
| Malaysia | $15.0M | 3.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $11.3M | 2.6% |
| Vietnam | $11.1M | 2.6% |
| Italy | $9.6M | 2.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Taiwan is the biggest buyer with 16% of world imports, ahead of China and the United States. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 37% across 199 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $69.4M | 16% |
| China | $46.9M | 11% |
| United States | $43.8M | 10% |
| Germany | $21.4M | 5% |
| Japan | $21.1M | 4.9% |
| Malaysia | $13.2M | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $12.7M | 3% |
| France | $10.4M | 2.4% |
| New Zealand | $9.7M | 2.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $9.4M | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $9.2M | 2.2% |
| Canada | $8.9M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $10.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Taiwan averaged $73.18 per kg and China $7.43 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8007: Tin; articles n.e.c. in chapter 80. HS 8007 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most tin products?
Japan exported $117.9 million in 2024, 28% of the world total, followed by China (12%) and the United States (7%). In all, 112 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most tin products?
Taiwan imported $69.4 million in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of China (11%) and the United States (10%). The top three importers together take 37%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in tin products?
It was worth $428.5 million in 2024, about 39.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 2% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $520.9 million. 112 countries reported exports and 199 reported imports.
What is the average price of tin products per kg?
The world average declared value was about $10.87 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Taiwan averaged $73.18 per kg and China $7.43 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for tin products?
The HS code for tin products is heading 8007, in chapter 80 (tin; articles thereof). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 8007 page.
How can I find tin products buyers and suppliers?
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