Refined lead ingots exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported refined lead ingots worth $249.4 million (91.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 6th of 110 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 4% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $249.4M | 91.5K t |
| 2023 | $240.4M | 100.4K t |
| 2022 | $260.4M | 102.3K t |
| 2021 | $310.0M | 133.3K t |
| 2020 | $241.6M | 120.2K t |
| 2019 | $206.3M | 100.0K t |
| 2018 | $220.1M | 87.4K t |
| 2017 | $218.0M | 87.1K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports refined lead ingots to
The largest buyer markets were Germany (28%), France (19%), Singapore (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Brazil grew fastest (+465% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $69.4M | 28% |
| France | $47.6M | 19% |
| Singapore | $27.3M | 11% |
| Italy | $26.0M | 10% |
| Spain | $26.0M | 10% |
| Finland | $13.8M | 5.5% |
| United States | $7.8M | 3.2% |
| Portugal | $6.7M | 2.7% |
| Brazil | $5.5M | 2.2% |
| China | $4.6M | 1.8% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.73 per kg, 22% above the world average of $2.23. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Refined lead ingots imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported refined lead ingots worth $39.1 million (21.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Ireland alone supplied 57% of it. Among the main suppliers, Turkey grew fastest (+119% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $22.2M | 57% |
| Turkey | $8.9M | 23% |
| Kazakhstan | $3.1M | 8% |
| Sweden | $2.6M | 6.6% |
| China | $947K | 2.4% |
| Nigeria | $415K | 1.1% |
| Germany | $306K | 0.8% |
| Azerbaijan | $282K | 0.7% |
| South Africa | $77K | 0.2% |
| France | $70K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom refined lead ingots exports (HS 7801.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 7801.10: Lead: unwrought, refined.
Common questions
What is the value of refined lead ingots exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported refined lead ingots worth $249.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 91.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 110 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries buy refined lead ingots from the United Kingdom?
Germany was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($69.4 million), followed by France (19%) and Singapore (11%). The top three together account for 58%, out of 36 buyer countries in total. Brazil grew fastest among the top ten, up 465% on the year.
What is the average export price of refined lead ingots per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.73 per kg in 2024, 22% above the world average of $2.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of refined lead ingots from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $218.0 million in 2017 to $249.4 million in 2024, an increase of 14%. The peak was 2021 at $310.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $243.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import refined lead ingots?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $39.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Ireland, Turkey and Kazakhstan. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $210.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for refined lead ingots?
The HS code for refined lead ingots is subheading 7801.10. It sits in HS chapter 78 (lead and articles thereof). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 7801 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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