Prices
Updated: June 9, 2026| Exchange / Source | Price | Unit | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHFE | ¥398,920 | RMB/t | June 9, 2026 |
Indicative reference snapshot. Official prices at lme.com · shfe.com.cn.
For the official LME tin contract price, see lme.com directly — our data feed does not include LME tin.
About Tin
Editorial overviewWhat is tin?
Tin is a soft, silvery post-transition metal used mainly as refined tin metal and tinplate feedstock. It is valued for corrosion resistance, soldering, and alloying, and in the United States the USGS says it has not been mined or smelted domestically since 1993 and 1989, respectively. USGS MCS 2026
How tin is priced
Tin trades on multiple officially regulated exchanges. Each publishes its own daily settlement, fixing or auction reference price for its specific contract — there is no single “world price”. The complete list of active regulated venues for tin:
- London Metal Exchange (UK) — Tin (SN), USD, Physical
- Shanghai Futures Exchange (China) — Tin (SN), CNY, Physical
- Indonesia Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (Indonesia) — Tin (Indonesian Tin Market) (TIN PB 300), USD, Physical
- Multi Commodity Exchange of India (India) — Tin (TIN), INR, Physical
Principle: One True Source for All. Every officially regulated exchange with an active contract is listed, regardless of geography or sanctions. Cash-settled contracts list both the listing exchange (where the contract clears) and the underlying benchmark index used for final settlement. Fastmarkets, S&P Global Platts and Argus are regulated benchmark administrators under UK/EU BMR, not exchanges. Source: TSM exchanges registry (maintained from public regulatory and exchange filings).
Where tin comes from
According to the USGS MCS 2026, the largest tin mine producers in 2025e were China, Indonesia, Peru, Brazil, and Bolivia, with China, Indonesia, and Peru the top three and Australia and Myanmar also major sources. The USGS also notes world resources are extensive in western Africa, southeastern Asia, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil, Indonesia, and Russia. USGS MCS 2026 Full breakdown in the production and reserves sections.
Who produces tin
Major producers include Yunnan Tin and CNMC in China, PT Timah in Indonesia, Minsur in Peru, and Empresa Metalmecánica Vinto in Bolivia; the International Tin Association also identifies Yunnan Tin as the world’s largest producer of refined tin. International Tin Association Full list of producers below.
What tin is used for
In the United States, USGS says tin is used for chemicals (25%), tinplate (16%), alloys (12%), solder (11%), babbitt/brass/bronze/tinning (7%), bar tin (2%), and other uses (27%). The International Tin Association says tinplate is the third-largest global user of tin and accounted for 14% of world consumption in 2016. USGS MCS 2026, International Tin Association
Key facts about tin supply
- USGS MCS 2026: world mine production was 290,000 tonnes in 2025e versus reserves of more than 6,000,000 tonnes, implying roughly 21 years of cover.
- USGS MCS 2026: Indonesia produced 61,000 tonnes in 2025e, China 71,000 tonnes, Peru 33,000 tonnes, Brazil 28,000 tonnes, and Bolivia 15,000 tonnes.
- USGS MCS 2026: the United States had a 77% net import reliance for refined tin in 2025e.
- USGS MCS 2026: about 17,000 tonnes of tin from old and new scrap were recycled in 2025, equal to 22% of apparent consumption.
- USGS MCS 2026: refined tin import sources for 2021–24 were Peru 31%, Bolivia 27%, Indonesia 15%, and Brazil 10%.
Sources: USGS Mineral Commodity Summaries 2026 — Tin, International Tin Association — Tinplate Group, International Tin Association — Yunnan Tin makes bid for takeover of Chifeng Dajingzi
Mine Production by Country
Source: USGS MCS 2026| Country | 2024 | 2025e | Reserves |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | | | |
| Australia | 11,300 | e12,000 | 570,000 |
| Bolivia | 21,200 | e15,000 | 400,000 |
| Brazil | 27,600 | e28,000 | 700,000 |
| Burma | e20,000 | e12,000 | 700,000 |
| China | e71,000 | e71,000 | 1,200,000 |
| Congo (Kinshasa) | e26,000 | e27,000 | 91,000 |
| Indonesia | e55,000 | e61,000 | 1,400,000 |
| Laos | 1,860 | e1,800 | NA |
| Malaysia | 5,460 | e5,000 | NA |
| Nigeria | e3,100 | e3,500 | NA |
| Peru | 32,300 | e33,000 | 150,000 |
| Russia | 3,260 | e4,500 | 460,000 |
| Rwanda | e4,100 | e4,600 | NA |
| Vietnam | e11,000 | e11,000 | 23,000 |
| Other countries | 1,570 | e1,700 | 310,000 |
| World total (rounded) | 294,000 | 290,000 | >6,000,000 |
Unit: metric tons. "e" = estimated, "W" = withheld, "NA" = not available. Source: USGS Mineral Commodity Summaries 2026
Reserves by Country (Top 10)
Source: USGS MCS 2026| Country | Reserves (metric tons) |
|---|---|
| Indonesia | 1,400,000 |
| China | 1,200,000 |
| Brazil | 700,000 |
| Burma | 700,000 |
| Australia | 570,000 |
| Russia | 460,000 |
| Bolivia | 400,000 |
| Other countries | 310,000 |
| Peru | 150,000 |
| Congo (Kinshasa) | 91,000 |
| World Total | >6,000,000 |
LME Warehouse Stocks
Report date: 2026-06-08Official daily on-warrant stocks held in LME-approved warehouses worldwide. End-of-day total, not real-time. Use the trend below as a physical-supply signal alongside spot and futures pricing.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| LME on-warrant stocks | 9,020 t |
| Daily change | 0 t |
| Report date | 2026-06-08 |
How to read this
Rising stocks typically signal market surplus or weakening demand. Falling stocks typically signal tightening physical supply or strong end-use demand. Cancelled warrants (metal earmarked for withdrawal) are a leading indicator of future stock draws.
For warehouse location breakdown, cancelled warrants, and historical series, consult the LME official stock reports directly.
Other exchanges (SHFE, COMEX) — official sources
- SHFE publishes weekly on-warrant stocks each Friday in Chinese local time: SHFE Weekly Stock Report.
- CME Group (COMEX) publishes daily warehouse stocks for copper: COMEX Copper Stocks.
TSM Hub does not auto-fetch SHFE or COMEX stocks (SHFE anti-bot challenge; CME Group Terms of Use explicitly prohibit automated access). Links point to originating exchanges for direct consultation.
Sources: London Metal Exchange (originating) via Westmetall (public LME mirror) · Last updated: 2026-06-09 18:13:45 UTC · All warehouse data on hub homepage →
Major Producers (20)
Ranked by latest disclosed Sn-contained or refined tin productionCompanies ranked by most recently disclosed annual tin production (Sn, kilotonnes). Each card links to the primary source (annual report, production report, or exchange filing). "Not disclosed" means the company does not publish metal-specific tonnage — common for private Chinese/state-owned groups and pre-production projects.
Bolivia
State-Owned
12.7
kt Sn
CY2024
Belgium
NDA
Undisclosed Output
Not disclosed
FY2024/25
Aurubis Beerse is the company's tin smelter in Belgium producing >99.95% pure recycled tin ingots from secondary materials; group tin output 7.5 kt in FY24/25 but no site-specific disclosure found in primary reports.
Poland
Private
Undisclosed Output
Not disclosed
Private secondary tin smelter/recycler in Poland; website claims ~4.5 kt pure tin (unspecified year/period), no specific FY24/25 production disclosed in primary reports.
Jiangxi New Nanshan Technology
China
Undisclosed Output
Not disclosed
Private tin smelter (Nanshan Zhongxi brand tin ingots) in Ganzhou, Jiangxi; no public disclosure of Sn production volumes in primary sources found despite extensive search; secondary reports cite 11.1 kt refined Sn in 2022 with 15 kt capacity.
Malaysia
MSC
Undisclosed Output
Not disclosed
FY2024
Leading integrated tin smelter with Pulau Indah capacity 40 kt/year; mining output 2.5 kt tin-in-concentrates FY2024 but refined Sn production not publicly disclosed in reviewed primary sources.
Brazil
Private
Undisclosed Output
Not disclosed
Private subsidiary (recently sold by Minsur to CNMC); integrated tin mine at Pitinga (Amazonas) and smelter at Pirapora (SP); does not publicly disclose Sn production figures in own reports despite detailed operational descriptions.
Japan
5711
Undisclosed Output
Not disclosed
FY2024
Operates Naoshima smelter producing refined copper/lead/gold/silver (no tin volumes disclosed); tin smelting confirmed in business description but specific Sn output not publicly reported in primary sources.
Bolivia
Private
Undisclosed Output
Not disclosed
N/A
Private Bolivian tin smelter with reported capacity of 3.8 kt refined Sn annually (320 t/mo), sources concentrates from local cooperatives; no actual FY24/25 production disclosed in primary reports.
Thailand
Private
Undisclosed Output
Not disclosed
One of the world's largest tin smelters; no specific Sn production output disclosed in primary reports reviewed (RMAP audit to Mar 2024); private company majority-owned by Amalgamated Metal Corporation (UK).
China
Private
Undisclosed Output
Not disclosed
Tin smelter in Gejiu City, Yunnan; design capacity 30 kt, historical output >20 kt; no specific FY24/25 production disclosed in primary reports.
#16China Tin Group Co., Ltd.
China
SSE:600301
#19Gejiu Non-Ferrous Metal Processing Co., Ltd.
China
#20Magnu's Minerais Metais e Ligas Ltda.
Brazil
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
Auto-generated from primary-source dataWhat is the current price of tin?
As of June 9, 2026, Tin traded at ¥398,920 RMB/t on SHFE. Prices update multiple times per business day on TSM Hub from exchange and benchmark feeds.
Which countries produce the most tin?
The largest tin producing countries are China (e71,000 metric tons), Indonesia (e55,000 metric tons), Peru (32,300 metric tons). Source: USGS Mineral Commodity Summaries 2026.
Which countries hold the largest tin reserves?
The countries with the largest reported tin reserves are Indonesia (1,400,000 metric tons), China (1,200,000 metric tons), Brazil (700,000 metric tons). Source: USGS Mineral Commodity Summaries 2026.
Who are the largest global producers of tin?
Among 780+ producers tracked on TSM Hub, the largest disclosed tin producers include Yunnan Tin Company (China), Minsur (Peru), PT Timah (Indonesia). Some operating tin producers do not publish metal-specific tonnage — such as Aurubis Beerse (Belgium), Fenix Metals (Poland), Jiangxi New Nanshan Technology (China) — and are listed with an “Undisclosed Output” badge instead of a rank, in line with our principle of never inventing numbers absent from primary sources. Full ranking with primary-source links is available in the producers section.
Where can I find official tin price data?
Official tin prices are published by SHFE. TSM Hub aggregates these feeds under licensed market-data redistributor agreements and updates them twice daily.
What is the primary source for tin production and reserves data?
Country-level tin production and reserves figures on TSM Hub are sourced directly from the USGS Mineral Commodity Summaries 2026, the U.S. Geological Survey's authoritative annual reference. Company-level production figures come from each producer's official annual report, production report, or regulated exchange filing.