The data for 2023 reveals that South Korea is the leading importer of lead ores and concentrates with a 33.84% share, followed closely by China at 31.6%. Other significant importers include Germany and Canada, but their shares are notably lower. Over the past year, countries like Poland and Russia have experienced significant increases in import values, while Malaysia and the United Arab Emirates have seen declines. The year-on-year variations indicate growth in import shares for South Korea, Kazakhstan, and others, while some countries, like Japan and Canada, saw reductions in their shares.
Future trends to monitor include the potential for continued growth in emerging markets and further shifts in the global demand, especially from countries like Russia and Costa Rica that showed high recent growth rates. Additionally, economic and geopolitical factors could affect the global distribution of lead ore imports, making it important to watch for new market dynamics and trade policies.
Top countries in Import of Lead Ores and Concentrates Share by Country (US Dollars)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 South Korea | 33.84 | 2023 | +2.85% | +3.82% | View data |
| 2 | 2 China | 31.6 | 2023 | +0.083% | +0.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 8.02 | 2023 | +0.56% | +2.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Canada | 6.08 | 2023 | -3.35% | -5.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Kazakhstan | 5.34 | 2023 | +3.95% | +4.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 4.86 | 2023 | +5.72% | +6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Japan | 4.39 | 2023 | -1.14% | -0.57% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 4.33 | 2023 | -4.96% | +4.55% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Australia | 4.28 | 2023 | +3% | +5.01% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 3.37 | 2023 | +2.11% | +7.36% | View data |
