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Sri Lanka: Lead Market 2024

Lead Market Size in Sri Lanka

In 2022, the Sri Lankan lead market decreased by -7.3% to $X, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a perceptible shrinkage. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Lead Production in Sri Lanka

In value terms, lead production declined modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a mild slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the production volume increased by 39%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Lead Exports

Exports from Sri Lanka

In 2022, approx. X tons of lead were exported from Sri Lanka; which is down by -30.5% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, total exports indicated a perceptible expansion from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +2.9% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +11.5% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 89%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lead exports reduced remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed a perceptible expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 93% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for lead exports from Sri Lanka, with a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to India stood at +7.4%.

In value terms, India ($X) also remains the key foreign market for lead exports from Sri Lanka.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to India totaled +7.9%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average lead export price amounted to $X per ton, standing approx. at the previous year. In general, the export price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 an increase of 20% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for India amounted to +0.5% per year.

Lead Imports

Imports into Sri Lanka

In 2022, overseas purchases of lead decreased by -70.3% to X tons, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, imports continue to indicate a abrupt decrease. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 182%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lead imports reduced remarkably to $X in 2022. In general, imports faced a abrupt decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 201%. Imports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

India (X tons), Mexico (X tons) and Australia (X kg) were the main suppliers of lead imports to Sri Lanka, with a combined 99% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Mexico (with a CAGR of +322.6%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest lead suppliers to Sri Lanka were India ($X), Mexico ($X) and Australia ($X), together accounting for 99% of total imports.

Mexico, with a CAGR of +163.4%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average lead import price amounted to $X per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Over the last decade, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.2%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the average import price increased by 25% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+14.7%), 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 lead in the world?

China remains the largest lead consuming country worldwide, 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, comprising approx. 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 Sri Lanka?

In value terms, Australia constituted the largest supplier of lead to Sri Lanka, comprising 43% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United Arab Emirates, with an 18% share of total imports. It was followed by Iran, with a 12% share.

What are the leading importers of lead from Sri Lanka?

In value terms, the largest markets for lead exported from Sri Lanka were South Korea, India and China, with a combined 97% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for lead in Sri Lanka?

The average lead export price stood at $2,006 per ton in 2021, increasing by 5% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lead in Sri Lanka?

In 2021, the average lead import price amounted to $2,080 per ton, growing by 4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lead market in Sri Lanka. 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
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Sri Lanka
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 2012–2023
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