Unwrought tin exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $47.3 million of unwrought tin in 2024 (5.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 80 countries. That is 119% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
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 | $47.3M | 5.0K t |
| 2023 | $21.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $21.2M | 1.1K t |
| 2021 | $28.8M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $19.4M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $25.7M | 1.2K t |
| 2018 | $36.1M | 1.7K t |
| 2017 | $24.7M | 1.6K t |
Where the United States exports unwrought tin to
Most of it went to Belgium (41%), Hungary (12%), Malaysia (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $19.3M | 41% |
| Hungary | $5.5M | 12% |
| Malaysia | $4.0M | 8.5% |
| Taiwan | $4.0M | 8.4% |
| Poland | $3.5M | 7.4% |
| Mexico | $3.1M | 6.6% |
| Netherlands | $2.4M | 5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.9M | 4% |
| Canada | $1.5M | 3.2% |
| Brazil | $526K | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $9.45 per kg, 44% below the world average of $16.80, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Unwrought tin imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported unwrought tin worth $29.3 million (889 tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 135 countries. Most of the value came from Mexico (17%), Canada (17%), Hungary (15%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 50%. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+176% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $5.1M | 17% |
| Canada | $5.0M | 17% |
| Hungary | $4.5M | 15% |
| Peru | $2.8M | 9.7% |
| Spain | $2.6M | 8.8% |
| Belgium | $2.0M | 6.8% |
| France | $1.8M | 6.1% |
| Japan | $1.7M | 5.7% |
| Portugal | $1.4M | 4.7% |
| South Korea | $1.3M | 4.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States 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 States?
The United States exported unwrought tin worth $47.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 80 countries worldwide, with 9% of world exports. The value was up 119% on 2023.
Which countries buy unwrought tin from the United States?
Belgium was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($19.3 million), followed by Hungary (12%) and Malaysia (9%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 53 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 65% on the year.
What is the average export price of unwrought tin per kg?
The average declared export value was about $9.45 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $16.80 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of unwrought tin from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $24.7 million in 2017 to $47.3 million in 2024, an increase of 92%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $28.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import unwrought tin?
Yes. The United States imported $29.3 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Mexico, Canada and Hungary. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $18.0 million 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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