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Egypt: Tin Market 2025

Tin Market Size in Egypt

In 2022, the Egyptian tin market was finally on the rise to reach $X after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption recorded prominent growth. As a result, consumption attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Tin Exports

Exports from Egypt

In 2022, exports of tin from Egypt soared to X kg, picking up by 241% on 2021. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate a drastic downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 635% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, tin exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, saw a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 858%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Bahrain (X kg) and Sudan (X kg) were the main destinations of tin exports from Egypt.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Bahrain (with a CAGR of +15.9%).

In value terms, Bahrain ($X) remains the key foreign market for tin exports from Egypt, comprising 97% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Sudan ($X), with a 2.8% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Bahrain amounted to +19.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average tin export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 60% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 474% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Bahrain ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Sudan amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Bahrain (+2.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Tin Imports

Imports into Egypt

In 2022, overseas purchases of tin were finally on the rise to reach X tons after three years of decline. In general, total imports indicated a noticeable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, tin imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a resilient increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Indonesia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of tin to Egypt, with a 60% share of total imports. Moreover, tin imports from Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Peru (X tons), fivefold. Belgium (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Indonesia totaled +51.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Peru (+40.7% per year) and Belgium (-2.4% per year).

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of tin to Egypt, comprising 60% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Peru ($X), with a 12% share of total imports. It was followed by Belgium, with an 11% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Indonesia stood at +55.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Peru (+42.4% per year) and Belgium (+3.3% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average tin import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 38% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a remarkable increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by 64% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were Thailand ($X per ton) and China ($X per ton), while the price for Malaysia ($X per ton) and Singapore ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+12.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for tin in the world?

China remains the largest tin consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 45% of total volume. Moreover, tin consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 7% share.

What are the largest producers of tin in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of tin production, comprising approx. 46% of total volume. Moreover, tin production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Indonesia, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Peru, with a 7.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of tin to Egypt?

In value terms, Indonesia constituted the largest supplier of tin to Egypt, comprising 55% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Malaysia, with a 20% share of total imports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 12% share.

What are the leading importers of tin from Egypt?

In value terms, Sudan $836) remains the key foreign market for tin exports from Egypt.

What is the average export price for tin in Egypt?

The average tin export price stood at $5,573 per ton in 2021, dropping by -3.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for tin in Egypt?

The average tin import price stood at $26,937 per ton in 2021, increasing by 54% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the tin market in Egypt. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 24431330 - Unwrought non-alloy tin (excluding tin powders and flakes)

Country coverage:

Egypt

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Egypt
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024