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Ireland: Lead Market 2024

Lead Market Size in Ireland

The Irish lead market dropped sharply to $X in 2022, with a decrease of -37.9% against the previous year. Overall, consumption saw a drastic downturn. Lead consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Lead Production in Ireland

In value terms, lead production reduced markedly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a noticeable decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 158%. Lead production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lead Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, overseas shipments of lead decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 93% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lead exports stood at $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of 7.7% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for lead exports from Ireland, accounting for a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to the UK amounted to +36.7%.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to the UK stood at +36.5%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average lead export price amounted to $X per ton, flattening at the previous year. In general, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 when the average export price decreased by -28.1%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to -0.1% per year.

Lead Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, lead imports into Ireland stood at X tons, approximately mirroring 2021 figures. Over the period under review, imports recorded a mild reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when imports increased by 71% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lead imports stood at $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 70%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the UK (X tons) was the main lead supplier to Ireland, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from the UK totaled -1.7%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lead to Ireland.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from the UK was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

The average lead import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, flattening at the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a slight increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average import price increased by 42% against the previous year. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to +1.0% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lead in the world?

The country with the largest volume of lead consumption was China, comprising approx. 29% of total volume. Moreover, lead consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 4.8% share.

What are the largest producers of lead in the world?

China remains the largest lead producing country worldwide, accounting for 30% of total volume. Moreover, lead production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Australia, fourfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 4.8% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lead to Ireland?

In value terms, the UK constituted the largest supplier of lead to Ireland.

What are the leading importers of lead from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for lead exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for lead in Ireland?

The average lead export price stood at $2,292 per ton in 2021, reducing by -21.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lead in Ireland?

In 2021, the average lead import price amounted to $2,418 per ton, jumping by 21% against the previous year.

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

Ireland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
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, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023