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Tin alloys

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Overview

Tin alloys (HS Code: 8002) encompass a range of materials where tin is the primary component, often alloyed with metals like copper, antimony, or lead to enhance properties such as strength, corrosion resistance, and malleability. These alloys are widely used in industries including electronics (for soldering), automotive (for bearings), and manufacturing (for coatings and components). Global trade in tin alloys is influenced by industrial demand, raw material availability, and regional production capabilities.

Total Trade Volume

USD 1.2 billion

Data from 2022

Source

United Nations Comtrade Database

Tariff Analysis

Average Rate

5.2%

Highest Rate

12% (applied by certain developing economies to protect domestic industries)

Lowest Rate

0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Singapore FTA)

Common Restrictions

  • Import quotas in select countries to control domestic market saturation
  • Environmental regulations on tin mining and alloy production
  • Anti-dumping duties imposed by the EU and US on specific exporters

Market Trends

Rising demand for lead-free solders in electronics

Increased trade in tin-based alloys as manufacturers shift to eco-friendly alternatives, particularly in the EU and North America

2021-2023

Volatility in raw tin prices

Fluctuations in tin alloy export prices due to supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions in key producing regions

2022

Growth in renewable energy applications

Tin alloys used in energy storage systems (e.g., batteries) are seeing higher demand, boosting trade in specialized alloys

2023

Recent Developments

Indonesia Tightens Tin Export Regulations

Indonesia, a leading tin producer, introduced stricter export controls to encourage domestic processing of tin into alloys before export.

January 2023

Potential reduction in raw tin supply for alloy producers in other countries, increasing prices and shifting trade patterns

EU Imposes New Sustainability Standards

The European Union introduced regulations requiring traceability and sustainable sourcing for tin alloys to combat environmental degradation.

July 2023

Exporters from non-compliant regions may face restricted market access, while compliant producers gain competitive advantage

US-China Trade Agreement Update

Negotiations between the US and China included discussions on reducing tariffs on tin alloys to stabilize supply chains for electronics manufacturing.

March 2023

Possible increase in bilateral trade volume if agreement is finalized, benefiting US importers and Chinese exporters