Tin ingots imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $12.3 million of tin ingots in 2024 (410 tonnes). That is 6% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $23.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $12.3M | 410 t |
| 2023 | $11.6M | 432 t |
| 2022 | $14.6M | 477 t |
| 2021 | $23.4M | 729 t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 433 t |
| 2019 | $11.4M | 621 t |
| 2018 | $14.7M | 727 t |
| 2017 | $19.9M | 956 t |
Where South Africa imports tin ingots from
The largest suppliers were Malaysia (35%), DR Congo (13%), Indonesia (13%). Among the main suppliers, Malaysia grew fastest (+98% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $4.3M | 35% |
| DR Congo | $1.6M | 13% |
| Indonesia | $1.6M | 13% |
| Kenya | $1.5M | 12% |
| Brazil | $1.4M | 12% |
| Singapore | $850K | 6.9% |
| Peru | $655K | 5.3% |
| Uganda | $326K | 2.7% |
| Spain | $84K | 0.7% |
| Italy | $18K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 8001
| 8001.10 | Tin: unwrought, not alloyed | 99% |
| 8001.20 | Tin: unwrought, alloys | 0.9% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8001.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $29.96 per kg, close to the world average of $27.47.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Tin ingots exports from South Africa
South Africa exported $1.2 million of tin ingots in 2024 (34 tonnes). Netherlands alone took 75% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $874K | 75% |
| Zambia | $88K | 7.6% |
| Zimbabwe | $83K | 7.2% |
| DR Congo | $40K | 3.4% |
| Ukraine | $34K | 2.9% |
| Eswatini | $24K | 2.1% |
| Kenya | $18K | 1.5% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
| Angola | $0K | 0% |
| Botswana | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
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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 8001: Tin; unwrought.
Common questions
What is the value of tin ingots imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported tin ingots worth $12.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 410 tonnes. That ranks it 34th of 151 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply tin ingots to South Africa?
Malaysia was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($4.3 million), followed by the DR Congo (13%) and Indonesia (13%). The top three together account for 60%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 401% on the year.
What is the average import price of tin ingots per kg?
The average declared import value was about $29.96 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $27.47 per kg. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so it blends every grade and size; use it as a benchmark, not a quote. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
How have imports of tin ingots to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $19.9 million in 2017 to $12.3 million in 2024, a fall of 38%. The peak was 2021 at $23.4 million. Monthly and weekly movements since then are in EximDataX.
Does South Africa also export tin ingots?
Yes. South Africa exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Netherlands, Zambia and Zimbabwe. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $11.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for tin ingots?
The HS code for tin ingots is heading 8001. In South Africa the largest six-digit codes were 8001.10 (99% of the value) and 8001.20 (1%). It sits in HS chapter 80 (tin; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8001 page.
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