India - Lithium Carbonate - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Lithium Carbonate Price in India - 2023

Contents:

  1. Lithium Carbonate Price in India (CIF) - 2022
  2. Lithium Carbonate Price in India (FOB) - 2022
  3. Lithium Carbonate Imports in India
  4. Lithium Carbonate Exports in India

Lithium Carbonate Price in India (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average lithium carbonate import price amounted to $6,202 per ton, with a decrease of -36.2% against the previous year. Overall, the import price showed a perceptible descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of 84%. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs at $15,147 per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($48,158 per ton), while the price for Belgium ($4,508 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Argentina (+9.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lithium Carbonate Price in India (FOB) - 2022

In 2022, the average lithium carbonate export price amounted to $17,104 per ton, picking up by 98% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw a buoyant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 an increase of 136%. The export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major foreign markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Vietnam ($68,779 per ton), while the average price for exports to Bangladesh ($5,282 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Vietnam (+161.8%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lithium Carbonate Imports in India

Lithium carbonate imports into India surged to 2.8K tons in 2022, growing by 205% against 2021. Overall, imports recorded a significant increase. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lithium carbonate imports skyrocketed to $17M in 2022. In general, imports showed a remarkable increase. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Import of Lithium Carbonate in India (Million USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
Belgium2.71.52.510.657.8%
United States4.23.02.82.7-13.7%
United Kingdom0.3N/A0.21.467.1%
GermanyN/A0.60.40.815.5%
Argentina0.50.50.30.50.0%
China1.20.30.5N/A-35.5%
Chile1.91.00.4N/A-54.1%
Others1.71.11.91.1-13.5%
Total12.78.18.817.210.6%

Top Suppliers of Lithium Carbonate to India in 2022:

  1. Belgium (2343.3 tons)
  2. United Kingdom (180.8 tons)
  3. Germany (113.8 tons)
  4. United States (56.7 tons)
  5. Argentina (36.0 tons)
  6. China (3.2 tons)

Lithium Carbonate Exports in India

In 2022, shipments abroad of lithium carbonates increased by 193% to 456 tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, exports recorded a moderate 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 skyrocketed to $7.8M in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate significant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Export of Lithium Carbonate in India (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
RussiaN/AN/AN/A3,8450%
China41.6N/A0.12,739303.8%
Vietnam617398598419-12.1%
Thailand9.842.056.3193170.0%
United States17.877.216111385.2%
Bangladesh47.411012179.718.9%
Others532522411408-8.5%
Total1,2651,1501,3477,79683.3%

Top Export Markets for Lithium Carbonate from India in 2022:

  1. China (337.7 tons)
  2. Russia (67.8 tons)
  3. Bangladesh (15.1 tons)
  4. United States (9.4 tons)
  5. Thailand (9.3 tons)
  6. Vietnam (6.1 tons)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lithium carbonate market in India. 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 India
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

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    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. MARKET STRUCTURE
      3. TRADE BALANCE
      4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
      5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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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
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      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
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      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
    7. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Import Supplying Countries

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

      The Largest Destinations for Exports

      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. 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
    12. 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
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