In 2023, China imported unwrought tin alloys valued at an estimated 8 million US Dollars. Forecast data suggest a significant downward trend over the next five years, decreasing from 6.2435 million USD in 2024 to 1.6048 million USD in 2028. This pattern illustrates a year-on-year decline in imports, declining by approximately 20% from 2024 to 2025, accelerating to around 35% annually from 2026 to 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over this forecast period shows a negative trend, averaging a decrease of roughly 23% per year.

Future trends to watch for include:

Possible shifts in China's domestic tin alloy production capabilities, affecting import needs.
Changes in global tin market dynamics, such as supply chain adjustments or geopolitical impacts.
Technological advancements in materials that may alter demand for traditional tin alloys.