What It Is and What Export of It Is
Lead ore is a mineral-rich rock from which lead metal is extracted. The most commonly exported form is Galena (PbS), a high-grade lead sulfide mineral. Nigeria has abundant deposits of lead ore, especially in the northern and central regions, and exports are mainly destined for countries with strong industrial bases like China, India, and several European countries. Export involves mining, sorting, crushing, and shipping of the ore in raw or concentrated forms.
📦 Export Form
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Lead Content: 40% – 75% Pb
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Forms:
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Galena (Lead Sulfide – PbS)
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Oxidized Lead Ore
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Packaging:
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50kg bags
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1MT jumbo sacks
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Bulk (on demand)
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Moisture Content: ≤ 5%
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Impurities: Low sulfur and arsenic content preferred
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Shipment: Containerized or bulk shipping
Uses
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Production of lead-acid batteries (especially in automotive and solar industries)
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Manufacture of radiation shielding in hospitals and laboratories
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Cable sheathing and soldering
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Production of pigments, ceramics, and ammunition
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Alloying with other metals (e.g., in brass and bronze industries)
📈 Global Market Demand
Lead is a critical industrial metal, especially with increasing demand for battery storage technologies and electric vehicles (EVs). Countries like China, South Korea, and India are major importers of high-grade lead ore. With growing investment in renewable energy and backup power systems, lead remains a valuable export commodity.
🚢 Export Advantages
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High profitability due to rising global demand
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Quick turnover with consistent buyer interest
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Long-term contract opportunities with smelters and refiners
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Can be exported in both small and large volumes
📄 HS Code
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2607.00.00 – Lead ores and concentrates
SIKADE-WASAG MULTI PURPOSE LIMITED ensures quality assurance, proper documentation, and timely export logistics of high-grade lead ore. We are committed to meeting buyer specifications and international standards.
📩 For partnership or inquiries, contact us today at adexgbada2023@gmail.com or call 08023063625 / 07071617748.
