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SITCSection 2
U.S. exports of lead ores and concentrates (SITC 28740) totaled $57.1M in July 2026.
Lead Ores and Concentrates imports of $9.4M in July 2026 ran 232% above the year-to-date monthly average of $2.8M.
Last updated: July 2026 dataLead concentrates — the sulfide-rich product of flotation milling at mine sites — are the primary traded form of this commodity, with galena (lead sulfide) as the dominant mineral. Smelters purchase concentrates on the basis of payable lead content, silver and other precious-metal credits, and penalty deductions for impurities such as arsenic, bismuth, and antimony, making assay documentation central to commercial transactions. Environmental and hazardous-materials regulations govern handling and transport, and importers should be aware that lead concentrates may trigger EPA reporting obligations under CERCLA and EPCRA thresholds.
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30 shipments/mo
Basic heading 63 of 239 in section 2
Basic heading 28740 · $9.4M of $3.8B
Arsenic, bismuth, antimony, and zinc are the most common penalty elements in lead concentrate treatment-charge contracts. High arsenic is particularly problematic because it increases smelter operating costs and creates hazardous waste streams. Buyers typically specify maximum acceptable levels in offtake agreements, and concentrates exceeding thresholds may be rejected or subject to steep price deductions.
Yes. Lead is a listed hazardous substance under CERCLA and a toxic chemical under EPCRA Section 313. Facilities that receive lead concentrates above applicable threshold quantities may have Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) reporting obligations to the EPA. Importers and receiving facilities should consult environmental compliance counsel to determine whether their specific volumes and operations trigger federal or state reporting requirements.
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Exports · July 2026
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Canada and Mexico together take 99% of it.
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Imports
$9.4MYoY · Pro
Exports
$57.1MYoY · Pro
12-mo low · imports
YoY · ProThrough July 2026. Source: U.S. Census Bureau.