Lead monoxide trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in lead monoxide was worth $57.2 million in 2024, about 20.4 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 33% since 2017, and down 5% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $57.2M | 20.4K t |
| 2023 | $60.0M | 22.2K t |
| 2022 | $81.6M | 28.8K t |
| 2021 | $84.4M | 31.6K t |
| 2020 | $67.1M | 28.2K t |
| 2019 | $69.9M | 27.8K t |
| 2018 | $91.9M | 33.7K t |
| 2017 | $84.9M | 32.4K t |
Top lead monoxide exporting countries
Taiwan is the largest exporter with 19% of world exports, followed by Thailand and Germany. The top three supply 45% between them, out of 52 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Taiwan | $10.6M | 19% |
| Thailand | $9.8M | 17% |
| Germany | $5.6M | 9.7% |
| India | $4.5M | 7.9% |
| China | $4.1M | 7.1% |
| South Africa | $3.6M | 6.4% |
| Belgium | $3.2M | 5.6% |
| Australia | $3.0M | 5.3% |
| Italy | $2.3M | 4.1% |
| Sweden | $1.5M | 2.6% |
| Brazil | $1.4M | 2.5% |
| United States | $971K | 1.7% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Australia is the biggest buyer with 14% of world imports, ahead of Malaysia and Colombia. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 29% across 109 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | $8.1M | 14% |
| Malaysia | $5.1M | 8.9% |
| Colombia | $3.7M | 6.5% |
| Thailand | $3.1M | 5.5% |
| France | $2.9M | 5.2% |
| Pakistan | $2.5M | 4.3% |
| Peru | $2.3M | 4% |
| Japan | $2.2M | 3.9% |
| Vietnam | $2.0M | 3.5% |
| United States | $1.7M | 3% |
| Portugal | $1.7M | 3% |
| Germany | $1.7M | 3% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $2.81 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $4.32 per kg and Belgium $2.26 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2824.10: Lead: lead monoxide (litharge, massicot). HS 2824 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most lead monoxide?
Taiwan exported $10.6 million in 2024, 19% of the world total, followed by Thailand (17%) and Germany (10%). In all, 52 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most lead monoxide?
Australia imported $8.1 million in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of Malaysia (9%) and Colombia (7%). The top three importers together take 29%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in lead monoxide?
It was worth $57.2 million in 2024, about 20.4 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 33% since 2017. The peak year was 2018 at $91.9 million. 52 countries reported exports and 109 reported imports.
What is the average price of lead monoxide per kg?
The world average declared value was about $2.81 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $4.32 per kg and Belgium $2.26 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for lead monoxide?
The HS code for lead monoxide is subheading 2824.10, in chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 2824 page.
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