In 11 months of 2024, Ukraine reduced imports of lead and lead products by 30.4% to $1,198 thousand.
Lead exports also decreased by 23.1% to $10.818 million. In November, lead imports amounted to $421 thousand, while exports amounted to $1.038 million.
The main use of lead is currently in the production of lead-acid batteries for the automotive industry. In addition, lead is used to make bullets and some alloys.