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United Kingdom: Lead Market 2024

Lead Market Size in the UK

The UK lead market reduced to $X in 2022, which is down by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a perceptible decrease. Lead consumption peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Lead Production in the UK

In value terms, lead production dropped slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a mild descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X%. Lead production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

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Lead Exports

Exports from the UK

In 2022, after two years of growth, there was decline in shipments abroad of lead, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X%. 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 to $X in 2022. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2022; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then dropped modestly 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, together comprising X% of total exports. The United States, Poland, Portugal, Spain, Norway, Sweden, Egypt, Greece, Finland and Ireland lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

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

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

Greece, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, among the main countries of destination 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, increasing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs 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 overseas 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 (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lead Imports

Imports into the UK

In 2022, imports of lead into the UK declined markedly to X tons, waning by X% compared with the year before. In general, imports continue to indicate a pronounced reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2016 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lead imports shrank markedly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports saw a pronounced contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Australia (X tons) was the main supplier of lead to the UK, accounting for a X% 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 growth rate of volume from Australia stood at X%.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Australia amounted to X%.

Import Prices by Country

The average lead import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, reducing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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 (X%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lead in the world?

The country with the largest volume of lead consumption was China, accounting for 37% of total volume. Moreover, lead consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, the United States, threefold. The third position in this ranking was held by India, with a 4.4% share.

What are the largest producers of lead in the world?

China remains the largest lead producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 38% of total volume. Moreover, lead production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, the United States, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by South Korea, with a 5.4% 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 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Ireland, with a 4.6% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lead from the UK?

In value terms, the largest markets for lead exported from the UK were Germany, France and Italy, 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 comprising a further 44%.

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

In 2022, the average lead export price amounted to $2,488 per ton, surging by 2% against the previous year.

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

In 2022, the average lead import price amounted to $2,820 per ton, which is down by -2% 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

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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