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Ghana: Refined Lead Market 2025

Refined Lead Market Size in Ghana

The Ghanian refined lead market stood at $X in 2022, with an increase of 12% against the previous year. In general, the total consumption indicated buoyant growth from 2012 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +5.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, consumption decreased by -9.3% against 2020 indices. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Refined Lead Production in Ghana

In value terms, refined lead production rose slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 60% against the previous year. Refined lead production peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Refined Lead Exports

Exports from Ghana

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of refined lead (unwrought), when their volume decreased by -11.8% to X tons. In general, exports, however, saw a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 5,200%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, refined lead exports fell sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a significant expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when exports increased by 4,316% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2021, and then contracted markedly in the following year.

Exports by Country

The United States (X tons), Turkey (X tons) and South Korea (X tons) were the main destinations of refined lead exports from Ghana, with a combined 87% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the United States (with a CAGR of +85.8%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United States ($X), Turkey ($X) and Italy ($X) constituted the largest markets for refined lead exported from Ghana worldwide, together accounting for 88% of total exports.

The United States, with a CAGR of +65.0%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average refined lead export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -8.2% against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.1%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average export price increased by 23%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Italy ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Thailand ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Turkey (+8.3%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Refined Lead Imports

Imports into Ghana

In 2022, after six years of growth, there was significant decline in purchases abroad of refined lead (unwrought), when their volume decreased by -88.9% to X kg. Overall, imports, however, posted significant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 397% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then reduced markedly in the following year.

In value terms, refined lead imports reduced notably to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 476% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell significantly in the following year.

Imports by Country

The UK (X kg) and India (X kg) were the main suppliers of refined lead imports to Ghana.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the UK (with a CAGR of +48.9%).

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of refined lead (unwrought) to Ghana, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with a 6.8% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the UK totaled +41.6%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average refined lead import price amounted to $X per ton, growing by 654% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded resilient growth. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue 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 the UK ($X per ton), while the price for India stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (-0.1%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for refined lead (unwrought) in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of refined lead consumption, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, refined lead consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 3.5% share.

What are the largest producers of refined lead (unwrought) in the world?

The country with the largest volume of refined lead production was China, accounting for 38% of total volume. Moreover, refined lead production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold. Japan ranked third in terms of total production with a 3.3% share.

What are the leading suppliers of refined lead (unwrought) to Ghana?

In value terms, Canada constituted the largest supplier of refined lead to Ghana.

What are the leading importers of refined lead (unwrought) from Ghana?

In value terms, the United States, Italy and India were the largest markets for refined lead exported from Ghana worldwide, with a combined 75% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for refined lead (unwrought) in Ghana?

In 2021, the average refined lead export price amounted to $1,871 per ton, remaining constant against the previous year.

What is the average import price for refined lead (unwrought) in Ghana?

The average refined lead import price stood at $2,440 per ton in 2021, picking up by 26% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the refined lead market in Ghana. 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:

Prodcom 24431130 - Refined unwrought lead (excluding lead powders or flakes)

Country coverage:

Ghana

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ghana
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 AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

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 PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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 Exports
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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
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 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 Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
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 Of Destination, 2012–2024