United Kingdom - Refined Lead (Unwrought) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Refined Lead Price in the UK - 2023

Contents:

  1. Refined Lead Price in the UK (FOB) - 2022
  2. Refined Lead Price in the UK (CIF) - 2023
  3. Refined Lead Exports in the UK
  4. Refined Lead Imports in the UK

Refined Lead Price in the UK (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average refined lead export price amounted to $2,361 per ton, shrinking by -2.2% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the average export price increased by 25%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $2,548 per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the highest price was recorded for prices to India ($3,437 per ton) and Portugal ($2,509 per ton), while the average price for exports to Ireland ($2,342 per ton) and France ($2,353 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 India (+4.7%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Refined Lead Price in the UK (CIF) - 2023

In May 2023, the average refined lead import price amounted to $2,265 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous month. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in December 2022 when the average import price increased by 18% against the previous month. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $2,470 per ton. From January 2023 to May 2023, the average import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In May 2023, the country with the highest price was Ireland ($2,317 per ton), while the price for Kazakhstan ($2,175 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From May 2022 to May 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by India (+0.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Refined Lead Exports in the UK

After three years of growth, overseas shipments of refined lead (unwrought) decreased by -12.5% to 103K tons in 2022. In general, total exports indicated prominent growth from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +11.7% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when exports increased by 46% against the previous year.

In value terms, refined lead exports reduced to $243M in 2022. Overall, total exports indicated buoyant growth from 2019 to 2022: its value increased at an average annual rate of +12.9% over the last three years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, exports increased by +44.1% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 31% against the previous year.

Export of Refined Lead in the UK (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Germany24.931.450.866.238.5%
France49.048.651.460.97.5%
Italy1.80.827.527.4147.8%
Portugal6.811.210.623.851.8%
Spain19.817.415.420.91.8%
Poland2.47.410.415.084.2%
Ireland7.58.711.09.47.8%
TurkeyN/A5.021.51.0-55.3%
NetherlandsN/A11.04.50.1-90.5%
India10.82.712.20.1-79.0%
Sweden20.318.70.1N/A-93.0%
Taiwan (Chinese)8.04.25.1N/A-20.2%
Others17.554.463.918.21.3%
Total16922228424312.9%

Top Export Markets for Refined Lead from the UK in 2022:

  1. Netherlands (undefinedK tons)
  2. India (undefinedK tons)
  3. Sweden (undefinedK tons)
  4. Germany (27.9K tons)
  5. France (25.9K tons)
  6. Italy (11.5K tons)
  7. Portugal (9.5K tons)
  8. Spain (8.9K tons)
  9. Poland (6.2K tons)
  10. Ireland (4.0K tons)
  11. Turkey (0.4K tons)

Refined Lead Imports in the UK

In 2022, approx. 8.8K tons of refined lead (unwrought) were imported into the UK; reducing by -49.8% compared with the previous year. Overall, imports recorded a sharp reduction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 63%.

In value terms, refined lead imports shrank sharply to $20M in 2022. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a precipitous slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 86% against the previous year.

Import of Refined Lead in the UK (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Ireland19.214.523.019.1-0.2%
Russia17.83.8N/AN/A-78.7%
Kazakhstan9.2N/AN/AN/A0%
Belgium14.71.60.3N/A-85.7%
Mexico5.0N/AN/AN/A0%
Netherlands9.2N/AN/AN/A0%
Others5.50.915.40.5-55.0%
Total80.720.738.619.6-37.6%

Top Suppliers of Refined Lead to the UK in 2022:

  1. Belgium (undefinedK tons)
  2. Ireland (8.7K tons)

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the refined 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.

Product coverage:

  • Prodcom 24431130 - Refined unwrought lead (excluding lead powders or flakes)

Country coverage:

  • United Kingdom

Data coverage:

  • 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. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
  2. 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. 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. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

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    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
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  5. 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
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    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
  6. 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. 7. PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
  8. 8. IMPORTS

    The Largest Import Supplying Countries

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  9. 9. EXPORTS

    The Largest Destinations for Exports

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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  11. 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
  12. 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
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