Tin futures in the UK fell to $52,000 per tonne from the record high of $59,000 on June 2nd, tracking other base metals as a stronger dollar and higher interest rates momentarily offset the impact of tight supply and soaring AI demand. The greenback strengthened after a strong US jobs report, driving yields to rise globally and pressure the outlook for manufacturers in the short term. Still, futures remained 26% higher year-to-date. Major producer Indonesia doubled down on threats against the illegal mining of tin and seized 500 tonnes of metal from mines without licences. The move consolidated the pledge from Jakarta that it would crack down on mining activity that lack licensing after President Subianto ordered the closure of 1,000 illegal mines in Sumatra, tightening the outlook on supply from the key exporter. Meanwhile, tin's usage in datacenters drove industry players to signal that the metal's demand for AI servers will triple by 2030, aligned with soaring demand in Asia.

Tin rose to 52,848 USD/T on June 11, 2026, up 1.71% from the previous day. Over the past month, Tin's price has fallen 3.58%, but it is still 61.89% higher than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Historically, Tin reached an all time high of 200800 in September of 2022. Tin - data, forecasts, historical chart - was last updated on June 13 of 2026.

Tin rose to 52,848 USD/T on June 11, 2026, up 1.71% from the previous day. Over the past month, Tin's price has fallen 3.58%, but it is still 61.89% higher than a year ago, according to trading on a contract for difference (CFD) that tracks the benchmark market for this commodity. Tin is expected to trade at 56224.14 USD/MT by the end of this quarter, according to Trading Economics global macro models and analysts expectations. Looking forward, we estimate it to trade at 63302.89 in 12 months time.



Price Day Month Year Date
Coal 148.90 -2.85 -1.88% 13.53% 41.47% Jun/12
Bitumen 4,542.00 -71.00 -1.54% 4.01% 24.47% Jun/12
Cobalt 56,290.00 0 0% 0% 68.86% Jun/11
Lead 1,967.13 20.20 1.04% -2.16% -1.50% Jun/12
Aluminum 3,543.00 24.52 0.70% -3.03% 41.38% Jun/12
Tin 52,848.00 888 1.71% -3.58% 61.89% Jun/11
Zinc 3,578.25 83.80 2.40% 0.53% 36.21% Jun/12
Nickel 17,790.00 -5 -0.03% -7.17% 17.74% Jun/12
Molybdenum 592.50 0 0% -3.27% 23.57% Jun/12
Palladium 1,291.50 42.00 3.36% -15.89% 26.18% Jun/12
Gallium 2,050.00 0 0% -8.89% 18.84% Jun/12
Germanium 23,250.00 500 2.20% 16.25% 56.04% Jun/12
Manganese 31.75 -0.20 -0.63% -5.08% 8.18% Jun/12
Indium 4,750.00 0 0% 0% 90.38% Jun/12
Soda Ash 1,166.00 0 0% -2.51% -10.99% Jun/12
Neodymium 937,500.00 -2500 -0.27% -7.18% 69.68% Jun/12
Tellurium 820.00 0 0% 2.50% 16.31% Jun/12
Rhodium 8,000.00 0 0% -19.80% 43.50% Jun/12


Tin
Tin is a silvery, malleable metal mainly used in the production of solder and to coat other metals to prevent corrosion. It is widely used in metal in the environmental and sustainability landscape, particularly in photovoltaic installations, electric vehicles, and electronics. The biggest producers of tin are China, Malaysia, Indonesia, Peru, Thailand, Bolivia and Myanmar. Tin Futures are available for trading in The London Metal Exchange (LME). The standard contact weighs 5 tonnes.
Actual Previous Highest Lowest Dates Unit Frequency
52848.00 51960.00 200800.00 2162.75 1960 - 2026 USD/MT Daily

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Tin Retreats from Record High
Tin futures in the UK fell to $52,000 per tonne from the record high of $59,000 on June 2nd, tracking other base metals as a stronger dollar and higher interest rates momentarily offset the impact of tight supply and soaring AI demand. The greenback strengthened after a strong US jobs report, driving yields to rise globally and pressure the outlook for manufacturers in the short term. Still, futures remained 26% higher year-to-date. Major producer Indonesia doubled down on threats against the illegal mining of tin and seized 500 tonnes of metal from mines without licences. The move consolidated the pledge from Jakarta that it would crack down on mining activity that lack licensing after President Subianto ordered the closure of 1,000 illegal mines in Sumatra, tightening the outlook on supply from the key exporter. Meanwhile, tin's usage in datacenters drove industry players to signal that the metal's demand for AI servers will triple by 2030, aligned with soaring demand in Asia.
2026-06-09
Tin Surges to Approach Record High
Tin futures in the UK surged to $55,700 per tonne, the highest since the record high of $58,900 touched February on persistent risks to supply and speculative bets on demand. Major producer Indonesia doubled down on threats against the illegal mining of tin and seixed 500 tonnes of metal connected to sources without licences. The move consolidated the pledge from Jakarta that it would crack down on mining activity that lack licensing after President Subianto ordered the closure of 1,000 illegal mines in Sumatra, tightening the outlook on supply from the key exporter. Elsewhere, operations in Myanmar's Man Maw mine remained slow since being closed for a resource audit in 2023. Meanwhile, tin's utility in datacenters drove Asian traders to pile on futures contracts for speculative positions on AI technology following the crowded developments in silver, although trading halts by the SHFE limited the rally.
2026-05-12
Tin Holds Gains on Tight Supply
Tin futures in the UK were around $49,500 per tonne in May, holding the rebound from the previous month to trade over 20% higher year-to-date on persistent risks to supply and speculative bets on demand. Major producer Indonesia doubled down on threats against the illegal mining of tin and seixed 500 tonnes of metal connected to sources without licences. The move consolidated the pledge from Jakarta that it would crack down on mining activity that lack licensing after President Subianto ordered the closure of 1,000 illegal mines in Sumatra, tightening the outlook on supply from the key exporter. Elsewhere, operations in Myanmar's Man Maw mine remained slow since being closed for a resource audit in 2023. Meanwhile, tin's utility in datacenters drove Asian traders to pile on futures contracts for speculative positions on AI technology following the crowded developments in silver, although trading halts by the SHFE limited the rally.
2026-05-05