Price for Tin; Waste and Scrap in Guatemala - 2022

Price for Tin; Waste and Scrap in Guatemala (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average tin; waste and scrap import price amounted to $62,714 per ton, jumping by 164% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 380%. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Panama ($76,556 per ton), while the price for the United States stood at $37,800 per ton.

From 2017 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+48.9%).

Imports of Tin; Waste and Scrap in Guatemala

In 2022, approx. 14 kg of tin; waste and scraps were imported into Guatemala; increasing by 250% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, tin; waste and scrap imports soared to $878 in 2022. In general, imports posted a significant expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.