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Asia-Pacific: Lithium Carbonate Market 2024

Lithium Carbonate Market Size in Asia-Pacific

The Asia-Pacific lithium carbonate market skyrocketed to $X in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, consumption recorded a significant expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Lithium Carbonate Production in Asia-Pacific

In value terms, lithium carbonate production declined to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production posted a resilient expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. The level of production peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lithium Carbonate Exports

Exports in Asia-Pacific

Lithium carbonate exports skyrocketed to X tons in 2022, with an increase of X% on 2021 figures. Overall, exports continue to indicate a significant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lithium carbonate exports soared to $X in 2022. In general, exports showed significant growth. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

China was the main exporter of lithium carbonates in Asia-Pacific, with the volume of exports resulting at X tons, which was near X% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by South Korea (X tons), creating a X% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for South Korea (with a CAGR of X%).

In value terms, China ($X) and South Korea ($X) were the countries with the highest levels of exports in 2022.

In terms of the main exporting countries, South Korea, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Asia-Pacific amounted to $X per ton, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price posted a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while South Korea amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (X%).

Lithium Carbonate Imports

Imports in Asia-Pacific

In 2022, approx. X tons of lithium carbonates were imported in Asia-Pacific; increasing by X% on the previous year. In general, imports recorded a significant increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lithium carbonate imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports posted significant growth. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

China was the largest importer of lithium carbonates in Asia-Pacific, with the volume of imports recording X tons, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2022. South Korea (X tons) took a X% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Japan (X%).

China was also the fastest-growing in terms of the lithium carbonates imports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, South Korea (X%) and Japan (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. From 2012 to 2022, the share of China increased by X percentage points.

In value terms, China ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lithium carbonates in Asia-Pacific, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by South Korea ($X), with an X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in China amounted to X%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Korea (X% per year) and Japan (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Asia-Pacific stood at $X per ton in 2022, shrinking by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, saw notable growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when the import price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Japan ($X per ton), while China ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by South Korea (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of lithium carbonate consumption was China, comprising approx. 80% of total volume. Moreover, lithium carbonate consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, South Korea, sevenfold.
China remains the largest lithium carbonate producing country in Asia-Pacific, comprising approx. 97% of total volume. It was followed by India, with a 3% share of total production.
In value terms, the largest lithium carbonate supplying countries in Asia-Pacific were China and South Korea.
In value terms, China constitutes the largest market for imported lithium carbonates in Asia-Pacific, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Korea, with an 18% share of total imports.
The export price in Asia-Pacific stood at $12,636 per ton in 2022, rising by 5.2% against the previous year.
In 2022, the import price in Asia-Pacific amounted to $7,096 per ton, waning by -12.2% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lithium carbonate market in Asia-Pacific. 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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    Data coverage:

    • Market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Production in Asia-Pacific, split by region and country
    • Trade (exports and imports) in Asia-Pacific
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

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    1. 1. INTRODUCTION

      Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

      1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
      2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
      3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
      4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
    2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

      A Quick Overview of Market Performance

      1. KEY FINDINGS
      2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE
      2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
      3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
    4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

      Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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      1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
      2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
      3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
      4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
      5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
    5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

      Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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      1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
      3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
      4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
      3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
    7. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
      2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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      • Afghanistan
      • Australia
      • Bangladesh
      • Bhutan
      • Brunei Darussalam
      • Cambodia
      • China
      • Hong Kong SAR
      • Macao SAR
      • Cook Islands
      • Fiji
      • French Polynesia
      • India
      • Indonesia
      • Japan
      • Kiribati
      • Malaysia
      • Maldives
      • Marshall Islands
      • Micronesia
      • Myanmar
      • Nepal
      • New Caledonia
      • New Zealand
      • Northern Mariana Islands
      • Pakistan
      • Palau
      • Papua New Guinea
      • Philippines
      • Samoa
      • Singapore
      • Solomon Islands
      • South Korea
      • Sri Lanka
      • Taiwan (Chinese)
      • Thailand
      • Timor-Leste
      • Tokelau
      • Tonga
      • Tuvalu
      • Vanuatu
      • Vietnam
      • Wallis and Futuna Islands
      • Lao People's Democratic Republic
      • American Samoa
      • Democratic People's Republic of Korea
      • Nauru
      • Niue
      • Guam
    12. LIST OF TABLES

      1. Key Findings In 2023
      2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      3. Market Value, 2012–2023
      4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      2. Market Value, 2012–2023
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
      4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
      5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
      6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
      7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
      8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
      9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
      10. Production Volume And Growth
      11. Exports And Growth
      12. Export Prices And Growth
      13. Market Size And Growth
      14. Per Capita Consumption
      15. Imports And Growth
      16. Import Prices
      17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      19. Production, By Country, 2023
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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