Latin America and the Caribbean: Refined Lead Market 2022

Refined Lead Market Size in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2020, after two years of decline, there was growth in the Latin American refined lead market, when its value increased by X% to $X. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2020; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 when the market value increased by X% year-to-year. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2020, consumption failed to regain the momentum.

Refined Lead Production in Latin America and the Caribbean

In value terms, refined lead production reduced slightly to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2020; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2010 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Production By Country in Latin America and the Caribbean

Mexico (X tons) constituted the country with the largest volume of refined lead production, comprising approx. X% of total volume. Moreover, refined lead production in Mexico exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Brazil (X tons), twofold. Colombia (X tons) ranked third in terms of total production with a X% share.

In Mexico, refined lead production expanded at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007-2020. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Brazil (+X% per year) and Colombia (+X% per year).

Refined Lead Exports

Exports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2020, shipments abroad of refined lead decreased by -X% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2013 with an increase of X% y-o-y. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, refined lead exports declined dramatically to $X in 2020. In general, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by X% y-o-y. The level of export peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2020, Mexico (X tons) represented the major exporter of refined lead, constituting X% of total exports. Ecuador (X tons) occupied a X% share (based on tons) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by Brazil (X%). Peru (X tons), Colombia (X tons), Argentina (X tons) and Venezuela (X tons) occupied a minor share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2020, average annual rates of growth with regard to refined lead exports from Mexico stood at +X%. At the same time, Ecuador (+X%) and Colombia (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Ecuador emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2020. Brazil experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, Venezuela (-X%), Argentina (-X%) and Peru (-X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Mexico (+X p.p.), Ecuador (+X p.p.), Brazil (+X p.p.) and Colombia (+X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2007-2020, the share of Venezuela (-X p.p.), Argentina (-X p.p.) and Peru (-X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Mexico ($X) remains the largest refined lead supplier in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Ecuador ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Brazil, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value in Mexico amounted to +X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Ecuador (+X% per year) and Brazil (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The refined lead export price in Latin America and the Caribbean stood at $X per ton in 2020, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2009 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2020, export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2020, major exporting countries recorded the following prices: in Venezuela ($X per ton) and Peru ($X per ton), while Brazil ($X per ton) and Ecuador ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Peru, while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Refined Lead Imports

Imports in Latin America and the Caribbean

In 2020, overseas purchases of refined lead were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2008 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2010; however, from 2011 to 2020, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, refined lead imports reduced slightly to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a pronounced contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. from 2009 to 2020, the growth imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2020, Brazil (X tons) was the key importer of refined lead, making up X% of total imports. Venezuela (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total imports with a X% share, followed by Mexico (X%) and Colombia (X%). Peru (X tons) occupied a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, average annual rates of growth with regard to refined lead imports into Brazil stood at -X%. At the same time, Venezuela (+X%) and Peru (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Venezuela emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Latin America and the Caribbean, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2020. By contrast, Colombia (-X%) and Mexico (-X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Brazil (+X p.p.) and Venezuela (+X p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2007-2020, the share of Mexico (-X p.p.) displayed negative dynamics. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported refined lead in Latin America and the Caribbean, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Venezuela ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Mexico, with a X% share.

In Brazil, refined lead imports declined by an average annual rate of -X% over the period from 2007-2020. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Venezuela (+X% per year) and Mexico (-X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the refined lead import price in Latin America and the Caribbean amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2011 an increase of X% year-to-year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, import prices failed to regain the momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Venezuela ($X per ton), while Mexico ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Peru, while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.

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