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Iran: Market for Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate 2024

Market Size for Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate in Iran

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was decline in the Iranian market for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates, when its value decreased by X% to $X. In general, consumption, however, showed a strong increase. Lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate consumption peaked at $X in 2021, and then dropped modestly in the following year.

Exports of Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate

Exports from Iran

In 2021, exports of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates from Iran soared to X tons, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, exports posted significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports saw a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Turkmenistan (X tons) and Georgia (X tons) were the main destinations of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exports from Iran.

From 2013 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Georgia (with a CAGR of X%).

In value terms, Turkmenistan ($X) and Georgia ($X) constituted the largest markets for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exported from Iran worldwide.

Georgia, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $X per ton in 2021, picking up by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, saw a precipitous descent. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 an increase of X%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Turkmenistan ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Georgia totaled $X per ton.

From 2013 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Georgia (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Imports of Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate

Imports into Iran

In 2022, supplies from abroad of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates decreased by X% to X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a three-year rising trend. In general, imports, however, recorded a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2021, and then contracted in the following year.

In value terms, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate imports reduced modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a buoyant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when imports increased by X%. Imports peaked at $X in 2021, and then fell in the following year.

Imports by Country

China (X tons), India (X tons) and the United Arab Emirates (X tons) were the main suppliers of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate imports to Iran, together accounting for X% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, China ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates to Iran, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from China stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United Arab Emirates (X% per year) and India (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $X per ton in 2022, flattening at the previous year. In general, the import price saw buoyant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of X%. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum at $X per ton in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (X%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were China, South Korea and Japan, together accounting for 87% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate in the world?

Chile remains the largest lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate producing country worldwide, accounting for 80% of total volume. Moreover, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate production in Chile exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, China, eightfold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Australia, with a 2.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate to Iran?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates to Iran, comprising 59% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United Arab Emirates, with a 17% share of total imports. It was followed by India, with a 17% share.

What are the leading importers of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate from Iran?

In value terms, Turkmenistan and Georgia appeared to be the largest markets for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exported from Iran worldwide.

What is the average export price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate in Iran?

The average export price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $1,348 per ton in 2021, picking up by 6.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate in Iran?

The average import price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $12,491 per ton in 2022, approximately equating the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate in Iran. 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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Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Iran
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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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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 In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023