US Feb Tin Consumption 2,020 Tons, -0.5% On Month - USGS

LONDON, July 29 -- U.S. domestic consumption of primary tin in February was 2,020 metric tons, down 0.5% from 2,030 tons in January but up 32% from 1,530 tons in February 2009, according to the U.S. Geological Survey Thursday.

Imports for consumption of tin in February were up 73% at 2,650 tons from 1,530 tons in January and up 31% from 2,020 tons in February 2009.