380
thousand metric tons
Global Production
International Tin Association (ITA)
-10.7%
YOY % Change
Provenance
Tin is primarily mined in Southeast Asia, with major producers including China, Indonesia, and Myanmar. The Indonesian islands of Bangka and Belitung are particularly well-known for their tin mining operations.
Impact
Tin is essential in solder for electronics, and its demand is tied closely to the electronics industry. Tin mining in Southeast Asia is also associated with environmental and social issues, making its production a subject of global concern.
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