Raw Materials

Mineral raw materials include mined ores and concentrates produced through beneficiation.

About Lead

Lead is a dense, malleable metal used in lead-acid batteries, shielding and specialised alloys. Ore, concentrate and refined lead occupy different stages of extraction and processing.

High density
Malleability
Corrosion resistance

Mineral raw materials

Mineral raw materials include mined ores and concentrates produced through beneficiation. The directory distinguishes these upstream forms from smelter intermediates and refined metals.

Industrial applications

  • Lead-acid batteries
  • Shielding
  • Alloys