Lead oxide is produced through the oxidation of metallic lead.

Depending on the type of final product, an appropriate oxidation method is selected. Huta Oława, as the sole producer in Poland, offers a full range of lead oxides—from yellow lead oxide through battery-grade powder to red lead (minium).

Lead oxides find applications in the following industrial sectors: Paints and Pigments Industry, Battery Industry (Automotive, Energy), Ceramics and Technical Glass, Electronics and Electrical Engineering Industry, as well as specialized applications such as leaded glass.