Northern America: Unwrought Lead Market 2021

Unwrought Lead Market Size in Northern America

In 2020, the North American unwrought lead market increased by X% to $X, rising for the fourth consecutive year after two years of decline. 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 being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Unwrought Lead Production in Northern America

In value terms, unwrought lead production stood at $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; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of production peaked in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Production By Country in Northern America

The country with the largest volume of unwrought lead production was the U.S. (X tons), accounting for X% of total volume. Moreover, unwrought lead production in the U.S. exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Canada (X tons), fivefold.

In the U.S., unwrought lead production expanded at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007-2020.

Unwrought Lead Exports

Exports in Northern America

In 2020, shipments abroad of unwrought lead decreased by -X% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. In general, exports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Over the period under review, exports hit record highs at X tons in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2020, exports failed to regain the momentum.

In value terms, unwrought lead exports declined notably to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports saw a slight downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2008 with an increase of X% year-to-year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2020, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

In 2020, Canada (X tons) was the key exporter of unwrought lead, generating X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by the U.S. (X tons), committing a X% share of total exports.

From 2007 to 2020, average annual rates of growth with regard to unwrought lead exports from Canada stood at -X%. At the same time, the U.S. (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, the U.S. emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Northern America, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2020. From 2007 to 2020, the share of the U.S. increased by +X% percentage points, while Canada (-X p.p.) saw their share reduced.

In value terms, Canada ($X) remains the largest unwrought lead supplier in Northern America, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the U.S. ($X), with a X% share of total exports.

In Canada, unwrought lead exports declined by an average annual rate of -X% over the period from 2007-2020.

Export Prices by Country

In 2020, the unwrought lead export price in Northern America amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 when the export price increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2020, export prices failed to regain the momentum.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was the U.S. ($X per ton), while Canada totaled $X per ton.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the U.S..

Unwrought Lead Imports

Imports in Northern America

In 2020, overseas purchases of unwrought lead decreased by -X% to X tons, falling for the third year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2008 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2020, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, unwrought lead imports declined notably to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a mild descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2008 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. The level of import peaked at $X in 2011; however, from 2012 to 2020, imports failed to regain the momentum.

Imports by Country

The U.S. prevails in unwrought lead imports structure, accounting for X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2020. It was distantly followed by Canada (X tons), generating a X% share of total imports.

The U.S. experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of unwrought lead. At the same time, Canada (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Canada emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Northern America, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2020. From 2007 to 2020, the share of Canada increased by +X% percentage points, while the U.S. (-X p.p.) saw their share reduced.

In value terms, the U.S. ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported unwrought lead in Northern America, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the U.S. totaled -X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the unwrought lead import price in Northern America amounted to $X per ton, falling by -X% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a slight decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010 when the import price increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major importing countries. In 2020, the country with the highest price was the U.S. ($X per ton), while Canada totaled $X per ton.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Canada.

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