Price for Lead; Lead Monoxide (Litharge, Massicot) in Costa Rica - 2022

Price for Lead; Lead Monoxide (Litharge, Massicot) in Costa Rica (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average import price for lead; lead monoxide (litharge, massicot)s amounted to $11,584 per ton, therefore, remained relatively stable against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a prominent increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average import price increased by 31% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($51,000 per ton), while the price for Mexico stood at $11,465 per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+27.7%).

Imports of Lead; Lead Monoxide (Litharge, Massicot) in Costa Rica

In 2022, lead; lead monoxide (litharge, massicot) imports into Costa Rica totaled 332 kg, approximately mirroring the previous year. In general, imports continue to indicate a sharp descent. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2021.

In value terms, lead; lead monoxide (litharge, massicot) imports amounted to $3.8K in 2022. Overall, imports showed a dramatic shrinkage. The smallest decline of 99.9% was in 2021.