The US accounts for 7% of global production, with the largest producers being China, Australia, Mexico and Peru. Exports of lead from the US declined by 0.75% in 2022 over 2021, with the highest share being exported to China. The US’s lead exports are expected to drop at a CAGR of 0.1% between 2022 and 2026.

Leading producers of lead in the US are Teck Resources and Hecla Mining. During 2020-2021, Teck Resources's output was down by 0.1%, Hecla Mining's output increased by 28%.

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