Tin

Expert intelligence delivering a comprehensive view of the tin value chain
As the energy transition gathers momentum and base metals markets face ongoing pressure, timely, transparent data is crucial. CRU brings clarity to the intricate drivers behind the tin supply chain, from market shifts, production and tin demand fluctuations to its use in critical end-use sectors. Our solutions can provide a cohesive view across tin consumption in connected sectors, including copper and battery applications, among others.
Our independent analysis empowers you to optimise sourcing, identify strategic growth areas and meet sustainability targets with confidence.
From exploration and mining to smelting, CRU provides coverage of tin’s upstream sectors. Our monthly market service tracks global operations, concentrates, capacity and key developments, while our expert analysis of regulatory changes, geopolitical risks and industry trends helps you anticipate and manage risks.
For the midstream, our monthly service provides insight into production trends, supply-demand balances and tin use across numerous sectors. Regional consumption insights, comprehensive coverage and expert analysis of disruption and tariff impacts allow you to act fast. Combined with a clear view of tin demand fundamentals, inventories and exchange/index prices, you can confidently plan for the future.
With our comprehensive raw materials coverage, you also gain objective insight into tin’s supply chains and downstream markets, such as copper and copper-based alloys. Whether you need short-term monthly analysis, medium-term market depth or asset-level data, CRU’s copper coverage provides cost fundamentals and market signals so you can anticipate trends and identify opportunities early.
CRU’s breadth of expertise across base metals and battery materials, together with our knowledge of battery technologies, supports clients across industries with insight from mine to market. Services including Energy Storage Technology and Costs , Battery Value Chain and Battery Technology and Cost Model provide an end-to-end view and cross-commodity insight for long‑term success. CRU’s steel, zinc and nickel services bring clarity to tin’s adjacent markets, rounding out our full coverage of the tin value chain.
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Comprehensive data coverage and advanced analytical tools make it quick to unearth key insights to streamline evaluation of project potential and make informed investment decisions that drive sustainable growth.

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Base Metals Prices
We provide comprehensive, accurate and up-to-date price assessments across various base metals, combined with insight into the factors and events affecting copper, lead, nickel and zinc markets.
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Supply and Demand
We provide you with crucial consumption, production, capacity, trade, market balance and inventory data across the mining, metals, fertilizer and battery value chains.
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Asset Data: Supply, Costs, Emissions and Valuations
Our detailed insights into costs, production, emissions performance and valuations empower you to make informed decisions and drive your business forward.
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Macroeconomic and End-use Demand and Cost Drivers
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Sustainability and Emissions
CRU’s Sustainability Service offers insights on the sustainability value chain, emissions trends, carbon markets and the costs of renewable and alternative energy sources
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