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Growing demands for lead in global market

29th May, 2025

Lead and Battery Industry

You might think of lead as something from the past, but guess what? This metal is making a serious comeback on the world stage! Why? Mostly because of something we use every single day: batteries! Let's dive into why the demand for lead is booming.

The Powerhouse: Lead-Acid Batteries

Think about your car. Chances are, it has a lead-acid battery helping it start. These batteries are also crucial for things like backup power in hospitals, and even storing energy from solar panels! Because they're reliable and relatively affordable, lead-acid batteries are still the go-to for many applications.

Did you know that over 85% of global lead consumption is used in lead-acid batteries? These batteries are indispensable for:

• Automotive batteries in cars, trucks, and motorcycles
• Backup power systems in hospitals, telecoms, and data centers
• Renewable energy storage, especially solar and wind setups

Despite advances in lithium-ion batteries, lead-acid batteries remain the go-to solution for many applications due to their cost-efficiency, reliability, and recyclability.

FACT: As of 2023, there are more than 1.5 billion vehicles worldwide, most of which still rely on lead-acid batteries for starting and power backup systems.
This huge chunk of the market is a big reason why Lead is so important

Our Company VYANKATESH OXIDES AND BATTERIES PRIVATE LIMITED (VOBPL), formerly known as Balaji Industries, has become synonymous with providing the backbone for this sector, delivering top-notch  Lead Ingots, Lead Oxides, and Lead Alloys that meet exceptionally high standards of quality and reliability.

The Flip Side: What About All That Battery Waste?
With so many lead-acid batteries in use, what happens when they reach the end of their life? That's where lead-acid battery waste comes in.
Here’s the good news: Lead is one of the most successfully recycled materials on the planet.
 Recycling Rate Fact: In developed countries, over 95% of lead-acid batteries are recycled, with some regions reaching up to 99% recycling efficiency.

Rather than ending up in landfills, most used batteries are processed and reused to manufacture new ones—creating a closed-loop supply chain that minimizes waste and maximizes resource efficiency.

VYANKATESH GROUP OF COMPANIES  is a frontrunner in Battery Recycling under the unit VYANKATESH OXIDES AND BATTERIES PVT LTD, employing cutting-edge techniques to:

• Recover lead safely and efficiently
• Prevent environmental contamination
• Support circular economy goals in the battery sector

Why Quality Battery Plates and Lead Alloys Matter

The performance and lifespan of a lead-acid battery heavily depend on the quality of its components, particularly the battery plates and the lead alloys used. Advanced lead alloys enhance battery performance, increase durability, and improve resistance to corrosion. Manufacturers like VYANKATESH OXIDES AND BATTERIES PRIVATE LIMITED  understand this deeply, consistently delivering truly world-class products in Pure Lead Ingots, Lead Oxides, and Lead Alloys.

Who Else Wants Lead? Sector-Wise Demand

It's not just batteries driving the demand. Lead has other important uses too:

Defense Sector: Lead is used in ammunition, radiation shielding, and other applications vital for defense. While this might be a smaller piece of the pie compared to batteries, it's still a significant consumer. The demand in this sector is influenced by global security situations and military spending.

Glass and Ceramic Sectors: Lead compounds are used in some types of glass and ceramics to add brilliance, weight, and specific properties. This sector represents a more moderate but steady demand for lead.

While the lead-acid battery manufacturing sector dominates, fueled by reliable suppliers like VOBPL, these other sectors contribute to the overall increasing demand for lead.

 The Numbers Don’t Lie: Demand for Lead is Rising

According to market research, the global lead market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 2.5%–3.1% through 2030.
The lead-acid battery market in India is big, worth USD 46.02 Billion in 2023. It's expected to grow to USD 70.4 Billion by 2032, increasing by about 4.90% each year from 2024. This growth is because we're getting better at storing energy. Back in 2016, energy and transportation caused over 49% of India's greenhouse gas. While lithium-ion batteries might become more popular in the next ten years, lead-acid batteries are still a major player in India's energy scene.
 The biggest growth drivers include:

• Expanding automotive markets in Asia and Africa
• Growing need for backup power systems
• Rising use of renewable energy storage

And even in electric vehicles (EVs) that primarily use lithium-ion batteries, lead-acid batteries are still used for secondary power systems.

Lead might seem old-fashioned, but it's a crucial metal in our modern world, mainly because of the batteries that power our cars and back up our electricity. Companies like VYANKATESH OXIDES AND BATTERIES PVT LTD  are at the forefront, providing the essential Battery RECYCLING, Pure Lead Ingots, Lead Oxides, and Lead Alloys that the market relies on. While we need to manage the waste from these batteries properly (and we're doing a pretty good job at recycling, thanks in part to leaders like VOBPL, the demand for pure lead is actually going up as we need more and more batteries. Sectors like defense and certain industries also play a role in this growing need.

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