In 2023, Germany remained the leading importer of unwrought non-alloy tin in Europe, despite a slight year-on-year decrease of 0.99%. The Netherlands and Spain followed, showing minimal declines, while Belgium and Hungary experienced notable increases of 8.26% and 4.96% respectively. Ireland and Greece displayed significant year-on-year growth, highlighting a dynamic shift in smaller markets. Overall, most larger markets saw slight declines while select smaller markets experienced growth, suggesting potential shifts in demand and sourcing strategies.
Future trends to watch include the continued impact of macroeconomic factors on import volumes, especially considering the sensitivity of smaller markets with fluctuating demand patterns. Monitoring geopolitical developments and technological advancements in tin applications may provide further insights into shaping market dynamics.
Top countries in Import of Unwrought Non-Alloy Tin by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 20,781,000 | 2023 | +4.11% | -0.99% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 16,167,000 | 2023 | +2.86% | -0.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 6,754,300 | 2023 | +1.19% | -1.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 5,312,600 | 2023 | +3.09% | -0.75% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4,057,900 | 2023 | -3.55% | -9.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 3,825,800 | 2023 | -0.11% | -1.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 3,342,200 | 2023 | -4.3% | -9.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 3,033,300 | 2023 | +10.03% | +8.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 2,665,600 | 2023 | +6.18% | +4.96% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 1,472,600 | 2023 | -2.47% | -2.35% | View data |
