Unwrought tin exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of unwrought tin by the United Kingdom reached $2.5 million in 2024 (120 tonnes). Value fell 8% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 16% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $8.4 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.5M | 120 t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 118 t |
| 2022 | $7.1M | 249 t |
| 2021 | $3.7M | 170 t |
| 2020 | $5.2M | 262 t |
| 2019 | $6.0M | 368 t |
| 2018 | $7.3M | 356 t |
| 2017 | $8.4M | 384 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports unwrought tin to
The largest buyer markets were Ireland (23%), Norway (14%), Spain (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Egypt grew fastest (+426% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $572K | 23% |
| Norway | $366K | 15% |
| Spain | $293K | 12% |
| Qatar | $288K | 11% |
| Hungary | $211K | 8.3% |
| United States | $131K | 5.2% |
| Hong Kong | $118K | 4.7% |
| Singapore | $89K | 3.5% |
| Malaysia | $67K | 2.7% |
| Egypt | $67K | 2.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $21.16 per kg, 26% above the world average of $16.80. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Unwrought tin imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of unwrought tin by the United Kingdom reached $2.0 million in 2024 (62 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Poland (32%), India (17%), Netherlands (16%). Among the main suppliers, Poland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Poland | $636K | 32% |
| India | $348K | 17% |
| Netherlands | $321K | 16% |
| Germany | $171K | 8.6% |
| Hungary | $157K | 7.9% |
| China | $139K | 7% |
| Bolivia | $72K | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $49K | 2.5% |
| United States | $40K | 2% |
| Spain | $37K | 1.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom unwrought tin exports (HS 8001.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 8001.20: Tin: unwrought, alloys.
Common questions
What is the value of unwrought tin exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported unwrought tin worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 120 tonnes. That ranks it 26th of 80 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy unwrought tin from the United Kingdom?
Ireland was the largest buyer with 23% of the value ($572 thousand), followed by Norway (14%) and Spain (12%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 41 buyer countries in total. Egypt grew fastest among the top ten, up 426% on the year.
What is the average export price of unwrought tin per kg?
The average declared export value was about $21.16 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $16.80 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of unwrought tin from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8.4 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, a fall of 70%. The peak was 2017 at $8.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import unwrought tin?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $2.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Poland, India and the Netherlands. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $532 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for unwrought tin?
The HS code for unwrought tin is subheading 8001.20. It sits in HS chapter 80 (tin; articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 8001 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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