U.S. - Refined Lead (Unwrought) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends And Insights
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Contents:
- Refined Lead Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022
- Refined Lead Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023
- Refined Lead Imports in the United States
- Refined Lead Exports in the United States
Refined Lead Price in the United States (CIF) - 2022
In 2022, the average refined lead import price amounted to $2,264 per ton, surging by 3.7% against the previous year. Over the period from 2012 to 2022, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.7%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average import price increased by 18%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $2,270 per ton in 2018; afterwards, it flattened through to 2022.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were South Korea ($2,506 per ton) and Nigeria ($2,430 per ton), while the price for Mexico ($1,825 per ton) and Canada ($2,032 per ton) were amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (+2.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.
Refined Lead Price in the United States (FOB) - 2023
In July 2023, the average refined lead export price amounted to $2,447 per ton, picking up by 7% against the previous month. Over the period from July 2022 to July 2023, it increased at an average monthly rate of +1.3%. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in January 2023 when the average export price increased by 21% month-to-month. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $2,551 per ton in September 2022; however, from October 2022 to July 2023, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In July 2023, the country with the highest price was Canada ($2,876 per ton), while the average price for exports to Ecuador ($1,995 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From July 2022 to July 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Ecuador (+5.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.
Refined Lead Imports in the United States
In 2022, the amount of refined lead (unwrought) imported into the United States rose remarkably to 535K tons, increasing by 9.6% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a buoyant increase from 2019 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +9.6% over the last three-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, imports increased by +70.7% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when imports increased by 56%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, refined lead imports amounted to $1.2B in 2022. In general, imports recorded buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 84% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
| Import of Refined Lead in the United States (Million USD) | |||||
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| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| South Korea | 174 | 96.2 | 124 | 302 | 20.2% |
| Australia | N/A | 29.0 | 94.5 | 249 | 193.0% |
| Canada | 325 | 208 | 188 | 158 | -21.4% |
| China | 0.2 | N/A | 40.1 | 149 | 806.5% |
| Mexico | 165 | 112 | 132 | 146 | -4.0% |
| Nigeria | 2.1 | 13.8 | 26.3 | 61.1 | 207.6% |
| Pakistan | N/A | N/A | N/A | 32.3 | 0% |
| Others | 158 | 121 | 461 | 114 | -10.3% |
| Total | 824 | 579 | 1,066 | 1,211 | 13.7% |
Top Suppliers of Refined Lead to the United States in 2022:
- South Korea (120.5K tons)
- Australia (105.8K tons)
- Mexico (79.7K tons)
- Canada (77.8K tons)
- China (64.5K tons)
- Nigeria (25.1K tons)
- Pakistan (14.3K tons)
Refined Lead Exports in the United States
In 2022, approx. 9.3K tons of refined lead (unwrought) were exported from the United States; picking up by 92% against 2021 figures. Overall, exports enjoyed a noticeable expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when exports increased by 136% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.
In value terms, refined lead exports skyrocketed to $21M in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of 139%. The exports peaked in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.
| Export of Refined Lead in the United States (Million USD) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | CAGR, 2019-2022 |
| Mexico | 0.5 | 0.2 | 5.6 | 15.4 | 213.5% |
| Canada | 0.1 | 3.5 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 224.0% |
| Ecuador | N/A | N/A | N/A | 1.4 | 0% |
| South Korea | 0.4 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0% |
| China | 3.4 | 0.1 | N/A | N/A | -97.1% |
| Qatar | 0.3 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0% |
| Turkey | 1.1 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0% |
| Others | 0.2 | 0.4 | 1.0 | 0.5 | 35.7% |
| Total | 6.2 | 4.2 | 10.0 | 20.7 | 49.5% |
Top Export Markets for Refined Lead from the United States in 2022:
- South Korea (undefinedK tons)
- Mexico (6.6K tons)
- Canada (1.5K tons)
- Ecuador (0.9K tons)
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the refined lead market in the U.S.. 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 States
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in the U.S.
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
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7. PRODUCTION
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- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
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- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
- Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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