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Saudi Arabia: Market for Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate 2024

Market Size for Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi market for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates reduced slightly to $X in 2022, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a abrupt contraction. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2018 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Production of Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate production soared to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production posted significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the production volume increased by X%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

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Exports of Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate

Exports from Saudi Arabia

Lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exports from Saudi Arabia amounted to X kg in 2020, flattening at the previous year. In general, exports showed a dramatic setback. The smallest decline of X% was in 2019. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exports stood at $X in 2020. Overall, exports showed a precipitous descent. The smallest decline of X% was in 2019. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Japan (X kg) was the main destination for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exports from Saudi Arabia, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2018 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of volume to Japan was relatively modest.

From 2018 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to Japan was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $X,600 per ton in 2020, remaining constant against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 a decrease of X%. The export price peaked in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Japan.

From 2018 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Japan amounted to X% per year.

Imports of Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate

Imports into Saudi Arabia

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates increased by X% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, faced a dramatic setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate imports declined to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, showed a dramatic setback. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 with an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Belgium (X tons) was the main supplier of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate to Saudi Arabia, accounting for a approx. X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Belgium amounted to X%.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates to Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Belgium amounted to X%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average import price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates amounted to $X per ton, falling by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2019 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Belgium.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to X% per year.

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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, with a combined 87% share of global consumption.

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

The country with the largest volume of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate production was Chile, 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. Australia ranked third in terms of total production with a 2.7% share.

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

In value terms, Belgium constituted the largest supplier of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates to Saudi Arabia.

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

In 2020, the average export price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates amounted to $1,273,600 per ton, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year.

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

In 2022, the average import price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates amounted to $15,010 per ton, waning by -14.4% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate in Saudi Arabia. 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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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Saudi Arabia
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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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. 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