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About Lead
Lead is primarily used in lead-acid batteries for vehicles and backup power systems. Despite environmental concerns, demand remains strong due to battery recycling.
- Chemical symbol Pb, from Latin "plumbum"
- ~85% of demand comes from lead-acid batteries
- Most recycled metal — ~99% of batteries are recycled
- China produces ~45% of world supply
- Phased out of gasoline and paint but still essential for energy storage