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Western Africa: Market for Tin Ores And Concentrates 2024

Market Size for Tin Ores And Concentrates in Western Africa

The West African tin ores and concentrates market shrank remarkably to $X in 2022, waning by -28% against the previous year. Overall, consumption, however, showed a perceptible descent. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Tin Ores And Concentrates in Western Africa

In value terms, tin ores and concentrates production declined rapidly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, recorded a noticeable descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 with an increase of 43% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Exports of Tin Ores And Concentrates

Exports in Western Africa

In 2022, the amount of tin ores and concentrateses exported in Western Africa soared to X tons, growing by 136% compared with the previous year. Overall, exports posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 17,416%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, tin ores and concentrates exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports enjoyed resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 10,588% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Nigeria was the key exporter of tin ores and concentrateses in Western Africa, with the volume of exports recording X tons, which was near 89% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Cote d'Ivoire (X tons), constituting an 11% share of total exports.

Exports from Nigeria increased at an average annual rate of +24.9% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Cote d'Ivoire (+54.5%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Cote d'Ivoire emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Western Africa, with a CAGR of +54.5% from 2012-2022. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Cote d'Ivoire increased by +10 percentage points.

In value terms, Nigeria ($X) emerged as the largest tin ores and concentrates supplier in Western Africa, comprising 80% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Cote d'Ivoire ($X), with a 20% share of total exports.

In Nigeria, tin ores and concentrates exports expanded at an average annual rate of +16.1% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Western Africa amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -28.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the export price increased by 44% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Cote d'Ivoire ($X per ton), while Nigeria amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cote d'Ivoire (+9.9%).

Imports of Tin Ores And Concentrates

Imports in Western Africa

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was decline in overseas purchases of tin ores and concentrateses, when their volume decreased by -2.2% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports saw a pronounced setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 1,231% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, tin ores and concentrates imports expanded markedly to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a sharp shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 5,542%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

The purchases of the one major importers of tin ores and concentrateses, namely Senegal, represented more than two-thirds of total import.

Senegal was also the fastest-growing in terms of the tin ores and concentrateses imports, with a CAGR of +2.8% from 2012 to 2022. While the share of Senegal (+48 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Senegal ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported tin ores and concentrateses in Western Africa.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Senegal stood at -10.9%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Western Africa stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 9.7% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, faced a abrupt contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the import price increased by 986%. Over the period under review, import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Senegal.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Senegal amounted to -13.3% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

Sierra Leone remains the largest tin ores and concentrates consuming country in Western Africa, comprising approx. 96% of total volume. Moreover, tin ores and concentrates consumption in Sierra Leone exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Nigeria, more than tenfold.
Sierra Leone constituted the country with the largest volume of tin ores and concentrates production, accounting for 91% of total volume. Moreover, tin ores and concentrates production in Sierra Leone exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Nigeria, more than tenfold.
In value terms, Nigeria emerged as the largest tin ores and concentrates supplier in Western Africa, comprising 80% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Cote d'Ivoire, with a 20% share of total exports.
In value terms, Senegal constitutes the largest market for imported tin ores and concentrateses in Western Africa.
In 2022, the export price in Western Africa amounted to $9,380 per ton, reducing by -28.6% against the previous year.
In 2022, the import price in Western Africa amounted to $388 per ton, growing by 9.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for tin ores and concentrates in Western Africa. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

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Country coverage:

  • Benin
  • Burkina Faso
  • Cabo Verde
  • Cote d'Ivoire
  • Gambia
  • Ghana
  • Guinea
  • Guinea-Bissau
  • Liberia
  • Mali
  • Mauritania
  • Niger
  • Nigeria
  • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
  • Senegal
  • Sierra Leone
  • Togo

Data coverage:

  • Market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Production in Western Africa, split by region and country
  • Trade (exports and imports) in Western Africa
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

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  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • Benin
    • Burkina Faso
    • Cabo Verde
    • Gambia
    • Ghana
    • Guinea
    • Guinea-Bissau
    • Liberia
    • Mali
    • Mauritania
    • Niger
    • Nigeria
    • Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
    • Senegal
    • Sierra Leone
    • Togo
    • Cote d'Ivoire

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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