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United Kingdom: Lead Market 2025

Lead Market Size in the UK

The UK lead market declined to $X in 2022, which is down by -13.7% against the previous year. In general, consumption recorded a pronounced descent. Lead consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Lead Production in the UK

In value terms, lead production declined slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production showed a mild setback. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 1.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lead Exports

Exports from the UK

After two years of growth, shipments abroad of lead decreased by -3.5% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 when exports increased by 19%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lead exports contracted modestly to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +1.3% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by 21%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then fell in the following year.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons), France (X tons) and Italy (X tons) were the main destinations of lead exports from the UK, with a combined 50% share of total exports. The United States, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Norway, Sweden, Egypt, Greece, Finland and Ireland lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 43%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Greece (with a CAGR of +58.3%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Germany ($X), France ($X) and Italy ($X) constituted the largest markets for lead exported from the UK worldwide, with a combined 50% share of total exports. The United States, Norway, Portugal, Poland, Spain, Sweden, Egypt, Greece, Finland and Ireland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 44%.

In terms of the main countries of destination, Greece, with a CAGR of +58.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average lead export price amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of 2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Norway ($X per ton) and Sweden ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($X per ton) and Ireland ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Norway (+1.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lead Imports

Imports into the UK

Lead imports into the UK reduced markedly to X tons in 2022, with a decrease of -21.1% against 2021. In general, imports showed a noticeable setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by 54%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lead imports declined dramatically to $X in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a pronounced descent. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when imports increased by 47% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Australia (X tons) was the main supplier of lead to the UK, with a 91% share of total imports. Moreover, lead imports from Australia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Ireland (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Australia amounted to -2.2%.

In value terms, Australia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lead to the UK, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Ireland ($X), with a 4.6% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Australia amounted to -2.4%.

Import Prices by Country

The average lead import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, waning by -2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 20%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per ton), while the price for Ireland totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ireland (+0.8%).

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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, accounting for 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 constituted the country with the largest volume of lead production, 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 the UK?

In value terms, Australia constituted the largest supplier of lead to the UK, comprising 84% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Switzerland, with a 6.2% share of total imports. It was followed by Ireland, with a 4.3% share.

What are the leading importers of lead from the UK?

In value terms, Germany, France and Italy were the largest markets for lead exported from the UK worldwide, together comprising 41% of total exports. The United States, Sweden, Turkey, Norway, Poland, Spain, Egypt, Greece, India and Portugal lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 45%.

What is the average export price for lead in the UK?

The average lead export price stood at $2,438 per ton in 2021, surging by 12% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lead in the UK?

The average lead import price stood at $2,876 per ton in 2021, rising by 20% against the previous year.

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