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Pakistan: Tin Market 2025

Tin Market Size in Pakistan

In 2022, the Pakistani tin market increased by 12% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, consumption, however, showed a buoyant increase. Tin consumption peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Tin Exports

Exports from Pakistan

In 2020, approx. X tons of tin were exported from Pakistan; stabilizing at 2019. In general, exports recorded a strong expansion. The smallest decline of -70.1% was in 2013. The exports peaked in 2020 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, tin exports totaled $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports recorded a strong expansion. The smallest decline of -88.6% was in 2013. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Hong Kong SAR (X tons) was the main destination for tin exports from Pakistan, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Hong Kong SAR was relatively modest.

From 2012 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to Hong Kong SAR was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average tin export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, remaining constant against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price decreased by -61.8% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2020, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Hong Kong SAR.

From 2012 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to 0.0% per year.

Tin Imports

Imports into Pakistan

In 2022, approx. X tons of tin were imported into Pakistan; which is down by -9.5% compared with the previous year. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a pronounced slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 57% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, tin imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of 101%. Imports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Malaysia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of tin to Pakistan, with a 74% share of total imports. Moreover, tin imports from Malaysia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Thailand (X tons), eightfold. Singapore (X tons) ranked third in terms of total imports with a 7.2% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Malaysia stood at +1.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Thailand (+0.3% per year) and Singapore (-7.6% per year).

In value terms, Malaysia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of tin to Pakistan, comprising 73% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Thailand ($X), with a 9.2% share of total imports. It was followed by Singapore, with an 8.8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Malaysia stood at +27.0%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Thailand (+8.6% per year) and Singapore (+20.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average tin import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 32% against the previous year. In general, the import price posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 75% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in years to come.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the highest price was recorded for prices from Singapore ($X per ton) and Malaysia ($X per ton), while the price for Indonesia ($X per ton) and Thailand ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Singapore (+30.6%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for tin in the world?

China remains the largest tin consuming country worldwide, accounting for 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 remains the largest tin producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 46% of total volume. Moreover, tin production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Indonesia, twofold. Peru ranked third in terms of total production with a 7.1% share.

What are the leading suppliers of tin to Pakistan?

In value terms, Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand constituted the largest tin suppliers to Pakistan, with a combined 100% share of total imports.

What is the average export price for tin in Pakistan?

In 2020, the average tin export price amounted to $3,042 per ton, flattening at the previous year.

What is the average import price for tin in Pakistan?

The average tin import price stood at $25,964 per ton in 2021, surging by 50% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the tin market in Pakistan. 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:

Pakistan

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Pakistan
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