In 2023, Germany led European production of unwrought lead at 252.94 million kilograms. Positive growth was seen in Poland and Romania with increases of 0.98% and 1.95%, respectively. Notably, Croatia showed impressive growth at 6.27%, whereas Bulgaria experienced a significant decline of 26.64%. Italy also showed a notable decline of 14.75%. Most others, including Belgium, France, and Sweden, noted slight declines or stagnation.
Looking ahead, trends to monitor include potential recovery efforts in underperforming countries, technological advancements in lead processing, and regulatory changes affecting production and environmental compliance across Europe. Monitoring these factors will be crucial to understanding shifts in production patterns.
Top countries in Sold Production of Unwrought Lead by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 252,940,000 | 2023 | -2.93% | -0.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 166,910,000 | 2023 | +1.27% | +0.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 131,910,000 | 2023 | +3.87% | -0.91% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 73,027,000 | 2023 | +0.67% | -0.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 61,996,000 | 2023 | -37.84% | -14.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 24,013,000 | 2021 | +15.53% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 16,606,000 | 2023 | +3.53% | +1.95% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 13,993,000 | 2021 | +45.58% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 13,243,000 | 2023 | +5.4% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 10,893,000 | 2023 | -26.3% | -26.64% | View data |
