World - Lead - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Lead - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | China |
| 2 | United States |
| 3 | India |
| 4 | Peru |
| 5 | Vietnam |
In value terms, China led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States. It was followed by India.
From 2018 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value in China stood at -9.6%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the United States (-9.1% per year) and India (-5.6% per year).
Lead Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Russia | 2343 | 2025 | 1817 | -11.9% |
| Japan | 2236 | 2020 | 1854 | -8.9% |
| Mexico | 1894 | 1877 | 1879 | -0.4% |
| Canada | 2325 | 2129 | 1939 | -8.7% |
| Sweden | 2447 | 2149 | 1958 | -10.5% |
| India | 2388 | 2143 | 1960 | -9.4% |
| Belgium | 2399 | 2200 | 1969 | -9.4% |
| South Korea | 2432 | 2158 | 1987 | -9.6% |
| Bulgaria | 2452 | 2193 | 1993 | -9.8% |
| Poland | 2483 | 2219 | 2075 | -8.6% |
| United Kingdom | 2601 | 2449 | 2076 | -10.7% |
| Australia | 2428 | 2121 | 2078 | -7.5% |
| Germany | 2815 | 2378 | 2225 | -11.1% |
| Average | 2290 | 2128 | 1979 | -7.0% |
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2020, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in Germany ($2,225 per ton) and Australia ($2,078 per ton), while Russia ($1,817 per ton) and Japan ($1,854 per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Mexico, while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| United Kingdom | 2836 | 2433 | 2391 | -8.2% |
| Italy | 2426 | 2230 | 2067 | -7.7% |
| Poland | 2463 | 2163 | 2057 | -8.6% |
| Germany | 2450 | 2141 | 2038 | -8.8% |
| Thailand | 2493 | 2147 | 2003 | -10.4% |
| India | 2418 | 2106 | 1978 | -9.6% |
| Vietnam | 2510 | 2053 | 1969 | -11.4% |
| Taiwan (Chinese) | 2432 | 2218 | 1957 | -10.3% |
| United States | 2321 | 2077 | 1936 | -8.7% |
| Turkey | 2484 | 2120 | 1913 | -12.2% |
| South Korea | 2366 | 2066 | 1898 | -10.4% |
| Spain | 2407 | 2013 | 1704 | -15.9% |
| Czech Republic | 2586 | 2256 | 1659 | -19.9% |
| Average | 2433 | 2162 | 1979 | -9.8% |
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2020, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in the UK ($2,391 per ton) and Italy ($2,067 per ton), while the Czech Republic ($1,659 per ton) and Spain ($1,704 per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2018 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Italy, while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
Lead - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| United States | 1.3 | 1 | 0.7 | -24.8% |
| India | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.5 | -13.0% |
| Vietnam | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 5.3% |
| United Kingdom | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | -8.2% |
| Germany | 0.5 | 0.4 | 0.4 | -14.9% |
In value terms, the United States ($741M), India ($487M) and Vietnam ($466M) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2020, with a combined 29% share of global imports.
Vietnam recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main importing countries over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced a decline in the imports figures.
Lead - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | CAGR, 2018-2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| South Korea | 0.9 | 0.8 | 0.6 | -13.3% |
| Australia | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.6 | -8.3% |
| United Kingdom | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.4 | -5.6% |
| Canada | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.4 | -21.9% |
| India | 0.4 | 0.4 | 0.3 | -12.5% |
In value terms, South Korea ($650M), Australia ($617M) and the UK ($385M) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2020, together accounting for 32% of global exports. These countries were followed by Canada, India, Germany, Belgium, Bulgaria, Russia, Mexico, Sweden, Poland and Japan, which together accounted for a further 40%.
Japan (+91.7% per year) saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced a decline in the exports figures.
Lead - Market Forecast
Driven by rising demand for lead worldwide, the market is expected to start an upward consumption trend over the next decade. The performance of the market is forecast to increase slightly, with an anticipated CAGR of for the period from 2020 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to by the end of 2030.
Lead - Product Coverage
- HS 7801 - Lead; unwrought
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global lead market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
Product coverage:
Country coverage:
Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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Refined lead prices jumped by 21% y/y to $2,200 per ton in 2021 on boosting demand for car batteries. This year, prices are forecast to drop by 5% due to an expected increase in lead supply.
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