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Lithium Carbonate - World's Largest Markets
| Rating | Country |
|---|---|
| 1 | China |
| 2 | South Korea |
| 3 | Japan |
| 4 | Chile |
| 5 | United States |
In value terms, China led the market, alone. The second position in the ranking was occupied by South Korea. It was followed by Japan.
From 2019 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China stood at -2.9%. The remaining consuming countries recorded the following average annual rates of market growth: South Korea (-6.5% per year) and Japan (-22.7% per year).
Lithium Carbonate Prices
Lowest Prices - FOB - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| China | 13151 | 8077 | 403 | -82.5% |
| United States | 11358 | 8286 | 5512 | -30.3% |
| Belgium | 11016 | 6516 | 6622 | -22.5% |
| Argentina | 8387 | 5831 | 7160 | -7.6% |
| Netherlands | 9997 | 3586 | 7458 | -13.6% |
| Chile | 10113 | 7911 | 8900 | -6.2% |
| Germany | 14954 | 12154 | 9287 | -21.2% |
| Average | 10050 | 7355 | 7353 | -14.5% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was Germany ($9,287 per ton), while China ($403 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2019 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile, while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the export price figures.
Highest Prices - CIF - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD per ton | ||||
| Japan | 13255 | 10828 | 9791 | -14.1% |
| South Korea | 12533 | 10041 | 9690 | -12.1% |
| Germany | 11042 | 10135 | 8540 | -12.1% |
| Netherlands | 11182 | 8088 | 6193 | -25.6% |
| United States | 8133 | 6440 | 6157 | -13.0% |
| Russia | 8348 | 6075 | 5921 | -15.8% |
| China | 8203 | 5208 | 5026 | -21.7% |
| Average | 10925 | 7727 | 7353 | -18.0% |
Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Japan ($9,791 per ton), while China ($5,026 per ton) was amongst the lowest.
From 2019 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany, while the other global leaders experienced a decline in the import price figures.
Lithium Carbonate - Top Importers
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| South Korea | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.4 | -9.2% |
| China | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 2.1% |
| Japan | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.2 | -24.8% |
| United States | 0.1 | 0.08 | 0.08 | -14.9% |
| Germany | 0.08 | 0.05 | 0.06 | -14.8% |
In value terms, South Korea ($399M), China ($251M) and Japan ($177M) appeared to be the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2021, with a combined 68% share of global imports.
In terms of the main importing countries, China recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced a decline in the imports figures.
Lithium Carbonate - Top Exporters
| COUNTRY | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | CAGR, 2019-2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| billion USD | ||||
| Chile | 0.8 | 0.8 | 0.8 | -1.0% |
| Argentina | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.2 | -9.4% |
| Netherlands | 0.06 | 0.04 | 0.06 | -4.5% |
| Belgium | 0.08 | 0.03 | 0.03 | -37.0% |
| Germany | 0.04 | 0.02 | 0.03 | -17.5% |
In value terms, Chile ($817M) remains the largest lithium carbonate supplier worldwide, comprising 68% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Argentina ($191M), with a 16% share of global exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 4.7% share.
From 2019 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Chile totaled -1.0%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Argentina (-9.4% per year) and the Netherlands (-4.5% per year).
Lithium Carbonate - Market Forecast
Driven by rising demand for lithium carbonate worldwide, the market is expected to start an upward consumption trend over the next decade. The performance of the market is forecast to increase slightly, with an anticipated CAGR of for the period from 2021 to 2030, which is projected to bring the market volume to by the end of 2030.
Lithium Carbonate - Top Companies
WESFARMERS CHEMICALS, ENERGY & FERTILISERS LIMITED, Solvay SA, Hanwha Chemical Corporation, Hubei Biocause Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., E A JUFFALI & BROTHERS CO.,LTD, Xinjiang Zhongtai Chemical Co., Ltd., Olin Corporation, Celanese Corporation, TOTAL PETROCHEMICALS FRANCE, North Huajin Chemicals Industries Group Co., Ltd., Rohm and Haas Company, VERSALIS SPA, Avantor, Inc., Icl-Ip America Inc., LANXESS Deutschland GmbH, Israni Colour Chemicals Llc, Beijing Sanju Environmental Protection & New Materials Co., Ltd., Axiall Corporation, ARKEMA FRANCE, Tangshan Sanyou Chemical Industries Co., Ltd.
Lithium Carbonate - Product Coverage
- HS 283691 - Carbonates; lithium carbonate
This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global lithium carbonate market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
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Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:
- USA
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
+ the largest producing countries
Data coverage:
- Global market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Global production, split by region and country
- Global trade (exports and imports)
- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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- REPORT DESCRIPTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
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- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
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7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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