In 2023, Germany led European lead imports, followed by the Czech Republic and Spain. Belgium, Serbia, and Slovakia exhibited strong growth, while Hungarian and Swiss imports declined. Noteworthy increases were seen in Bulgaria and Iceland, and Albania posted notable growth, albeit from a lower base.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements that might affect the lead market, environmental regulations tightening across Europe, and potential shifts in trade partnerships or emerging markets affecting import patterns.
Top countries in Lead Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 431.6 | 2023 | -0.03% | +0.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 298.8 | 2023 | +17.15% | +13.07% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 258.01 | 2023 | +3.29% | +7.79% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 176.77 | 2023 | +1.75% | +0.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 170.98 | 2023 | -1.13% | +0.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 154.38 | 2023 | -0.0065% | -0.12% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 110.53 | 2023 | +8.75% | -0.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 107.21 | 2023 | +0.091% | +0.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 91.29 | 2023 | -1.41% | +1.19% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 55.11 | 2023 | -5.52% | -3.77% | View data |
