Indonesia recorded a 42% year-on-year surge in tin exports during November 2025, reaching 18,500 metric tons, as regulatory and logistical bottlenecks that previously hampered output have eased. The rebound reflects improved mining operations and smoother export processing.
- Indonesia’s tin exports reached 18,500 metric tons in November 2025, up 42% YoY.
- China received 13,000 tons, marking a 38% increase from October.
- 14 major smelting facilities resumed full operations by mid-November.
- Refined tin output rose 35% compared to the prior month.
- Global tin prices declined 12% in November amid supply normalization.
- Indonesia supplies ~60% of global refined tin output.
Indonesia’s tin exports rose sharply in November 2025, climbing to 18,500 metric tons, a 42% increase compared to the same month the previous year. This marks a significant recovery from supply disruptions that affected production and export flows earlier in the year, particularly during Q2 and early Q3. The uptick is attributed to the resolution of compliance issues related to mining permits and the restoration of processing capacity at key smelters in Bangka Belitung and North Sulawesi provinces. The surge follows a period of volatility in global tin markets, where supply concerns had prompted price spikes and inventory draws. With Indonesia accounting for approximately 60% of global refined tin output, the resumption of consistent exports has helped stabilize the market. In November, shipments to China, Malaysia, and India accounted for 71% of total exports, with China alone receiving 13,000 tons—up 38% from October. Domestic production data indicates a 35% increase in refined tin output during the same period, driven by improved access to raw materials and reduced operational downtime. The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources reported that 14 major smelting facilities resumed full operations by mid-November, compared to only nine in August. This operational recovery directly contributed to the export rebound. Market analysts note that the increased supply has eased upward pressure on tin prices, which declined by 12% over the month as inventories in global warehouses began to rebuild. The resumption of steady exports also benefits downstream industries, including electronics and automotive manufacturing, which rely on consistent tin supply for solder and coating applications.