At the same time, Ukraine reduced imports of lead and lead products by 5.2 times to $112,000 in January 2026 (in December — $478,000).
Exports of lead and lead products fell by 63.8% to $1,053 thousand (in December — $466 thousand).
At the same time, 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.
At the same time, in 2024, the country increased imports of lead and lead products by 2.4 times to $2.391 million.
Exports of lead and lead products decreased by 22.9% to $11.401 million.
In 2023, compared to the previous year, less lead and lead products were imported into Ukraine — $989 thousand (-65.2%).
Exports of lead and lead products increased by 23.5% to $14.778 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.
