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Hungary: Refined Lead Market 2025

Refined Lead Market Size in Hungary

In 2022, the Hungarian refined lead market increased by 165% to $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year declining trend. In general, consumption continues to indicate a moderate expansion. Refined lead consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Refined Lead Exports

Exports from Hungary

After three years of growth, shipments abroad of refined lead (unwrought) decreased by -77.4% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports showed a dramatic contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 734%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, refined lead exports contracted markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a dramatic descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 527% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Romania (X tons), Serbia (X tons) and the UK (X tons) were the main destinations of refined lead exports from Hungary.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Romania (with a CAGR of +159.4%), while the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest markets for refined lead exported from Hungary were Romania ($X), Serbia ($X) and the UK ($X), with a combined 99.9% share of total exports.

Romania, with a CAGR of +161.7%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average refined lead export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, growing by 3.4% against the previous year. In general, the export price showed measured growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 15%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Serbia ($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 the UK (+4.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Refined Lead Imports

Imports into Hungary

In 2022, after three years of decline, there was significant growth in purchases abroad of refined lead (unwrought), when their volume increased by 146% to X tons. Over the period under review, imports recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, refined lead imports surged to $X in 2022. In general, imports recorded a slight increase. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Austria (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of refined lead to Hungary, with a 63% share of total imports. Moreover, refined lead imports from Austria exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the Czech Republic (X tons), fourfold. The third position in this ranking was held by Slovakia (X tons), with a 7.5% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Austria totaled +8.9%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Czech Republic (+7.4% per year) and Slovakia (+2,041.5% per year).

In value terms, Austria ($X) constituted the largest supplier of refined lead (unwrought) to Hungary, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Czech Republic ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Slovakia, with a 7.9% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Austria stood at +10.2%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Czech Republic (+9.1% per year) and Slovakia (+2,082.2% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average refined lead import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with a decrease of -2.1% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 28% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for Croatia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+10.1%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

China remains the largest refined lead consuming country worldwide, accounting for 38% of total volume. Moreover, refined lead consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. Japan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 3.5% share.

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

China remains the largest refined lead producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, refined lead production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, with a 3.3% share.

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

In value terms, Austria constituted the largest supplier of refined lead to Hungary, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Czech Republic, with an 8.7% share of total imports. It was followed by Poland, with a 6% share.

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

In value terms, Serbia emerged as the key foreign market for refined lead exports from Hungary, comprising 89% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the UK, with a 6.5% share of total exports.

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

In 2021, the average refined lead export price amounted to $3,239 per ton, reducing by -14.8% against the previous year.

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

The average refined lead import price stood at $2,526 per ton in 2021, rising by 21% against the previous year.

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

Hungary

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Hungary
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