General Administration of Customs: Slow Recovery in Supply from Myanmar Keeps China's Tin Ore Imports at Low Levels

Published: Nov 21, 2025 18:56

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According to China Customs data, China's tin ore and concentrates imports in October 2025 totaled 11,632.3 mt, up 33.51% MoM but down 22.36% YoY. Imports from the DRC that month were 2,700.36 mt, rising 124.16% MoM but falling 7.43% YoY. Tin ore supply from Myanmar recovered slowly, with imports from Myanmar amounting to 2,366.81 mt, down 24.55% MoM and 61.61% YoY.

Source: General Administration of Customs

　(Comprehensive report by Wen Hua)

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