As of 2023, Germany's imports of refined unwrought lead were recorded at 129.0 million kilograms. From 2024, forecasts show a steady annual increase, reaching 134.55 million kilograms by 2028. The year-on-year growth rates illustrate a consistent rise, with increases of approximately 0.85% from 2024 to 2025, 0.84% from 2025 to 2026, 0.82% from 2026 to 2027, and 0.80% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is approximately 1.06%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Environmental regulations that may impact lead imports.
Technological advancements in recycling that could reduce dependency on imports.
Global geopolitical factors affecting lead supply chains.