Business news from Ukraine

Business news from Ukraine

Lead imports to Ukraine fell 6.2 times at beginning of year

12 March , 2026  

At the same time, Ukraine reduced imports of lead and lead products by 6.2 times in January-February 2026, to $198,000 (in February – $86,000).

Exports of lead and lead products increased by 23.3% to $1,660 thousand (in February – $607 thousand).

In 2025, the country increased imports of lead and lead products by 3.3 times to $7.801 million.

Exports of lead and lead products decreased by 17.8% to $9.377 million.

Lead is currently mainly used in the production of lead-acid batteries for the automotive industry. In addition, lead is used in the manufacture of bullets and certain alloys.

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