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Ecuador: Lead Ore Market 2022

Lead Ore Market Size in Ecuador

After two years of growth, the Ecuadorian lead ore market decreased by -69.6% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption faced a deep reduction. Lead ore consumption peaked at $X in 2020, and then declined significantly in the following year.

Lead Ore Production in Ecuador

In value terms, lead ore production amounted to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a slight slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 3.3%. Lead ore production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production remained at a lower figure.

Lead Ore Exports

Exports from Ecuador

In 2021, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in shipments abroad of lead ores, when their volume increased by 265% to X tons. Overall, exports posted a significant increase. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lead ore exports surged to $X in 2021. In general, exports continue to indicate significant growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Peru (X tons) was the main destination for lead ore exports from Ecuador, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Peru stood at +33.2%.

In value terms, Peru ($X) also remains the key foreign market for lead ore exports from Ecuador.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Peru amounted to +34.0%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average lead ore export price amounted to $X per ton, picking up by 53% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Peru.

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to +455.6% per year.

Lead Ore Imports

Imports into Ecuador

In 2021, after four years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of lead ores, when their volume decreased by -14.3% to X tons. Overall, imports, however, showed significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 2,379%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, lead ore imports fell markedly to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when imports increased by 854%. Imports peaked at $X in 2020, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Bolivia (X tons) was the main lead ore supplier to Ecuador, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2015 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Bolivia was relatively modest.

In value terms, Bolivia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lead ore to Ecuador.

From 2015 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value from Bolivia was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average lead ore import price amounted to $X per ton, jumping by 18% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 39%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2017 to 2020, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Bolivia.

From 2015 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Canada amounted to -0.2% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lead ore in the world?

The country with the largest volume of lead ore consumption was Kazakhstan, accounting for 54% of total volume. Moreover, lead ore consumption in Kazakhstan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, China, fivefold. Guatemala ranked third in terms of total consumption with an 8.8% share.

What are the largest producers of lead ore in the world?

The country with the largest volume of lead ore production was Kazakhstan, accounting for 50% of total volume. Moreover, lead ore production in Kazakhstan exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Guatemala, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Mexico, with a 5.2% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lead ore to Ecuador?

In value terms, Bolivia constituted the largest supplier of lead ore to Ecuador.

What are the leading importers of lead ore from Ecuador?

In value terms, Peru remains the key foreign market for lead ore exports from Ecuador.

What is the average export price for lead ore in Ecuador?

The average lead ore export price stood at $1,718 per ton in 2021, rising by 53% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lead ore in Ecuador?

The average lead ore import price stood at $1,201 per ton in 2020, waning by -22.1% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lead ore market in Ecuador. 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.

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Market volume and value
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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ecuador
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
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
3. TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS

The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS

The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
2. Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
7. Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2035
9. Market Value Forecast to 2035
10. Products: Market Size and Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports and Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices and Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume and Growth
15. Exports and Growth
16. Export Prices and Growth
17. Market Size and Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports and Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
22. Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
23. Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
24. Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
30. Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024