In 2023, Germany led European refined unwrought lead production at 220.86 million kilograms, yet saw a 3.13% decrease from 2022. Italy, at 143.08 million kilograms, experienced a significant 16.79% increase. Belgium and France dropped slightly by 2.3% and 0.096%, respectively, while Poland rose by 2.31%. Notably, Estonia's production plummeted by 100%. Smaller producers showed stability, with Bulgaria, Greece, Macedonia, and Hungary maintaining constant output.
Looking forward, technological advancements, regulatory changes, and the emphasis on sustainable practices could impact production trends. Monitoring these factors is crucial to understand the evolving landscape of refined unwrought lead production in Europe.
Top countries in Production of Refined Unwrought Lead by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilograms | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 220,860,000 | 2023 | +0.075% | -3.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 143,080,000 | 2023 | +10.05% | +16.79% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 109,290,000 | 2023 | -12.31% | -2.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bulgaria | 81,426,000 | 2023 | -8.34% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 72,306,000 | 2023 | +2.34% | +2.31% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 58,692,000 | 2023 | -31.58% | -0.096% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 24,490,000 | 2023 | +10.22% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 22,893,000 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Romania | 7,550,200 | 2023 | -12.68% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 4,571,000 | 2023 | +1.97% | -1.52% | View data |
