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Brazil: Lithium Carbonate Market 2025

Lithium Carbonate Market Size in Brazil

The Brazilian lithium carbonate market soared to $X in 2021, growing by 27% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Overall, consumption saw a significant expansion. Lithium carbonate consumption peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Lithium Carbonate Exports

Exports from Brazil

In 2021, exports of lithium carbonates from Brazil fell rapidly to X kg, shrinking by -28.8% on the year before. In general, exports, however, enjoyed significant growth. The exports peaked at X kg in 2020, and then contracted dramatically in the following year.

In value terms, lithium carbonate exports shrank to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2020 with an increase of 87,457%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then reduced in the following year.

Exports by Country

Uruguay (X kg) was the main destination for lithium carbonate exports from Brazil, accounting for a 33% share of total exports. Moreover, lithium carbonate exports to Uruguay exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Japan (X kg), twofold. India (X kg) ranked third in terms of total exports with a 12% share.

From 2015 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to Uruguay totaled -62.6%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (+17.4% per year) and India (+17.6% per year).

In value terms, Uruguay ($X) remains the key foreign market for lithium carbonates exports from Brazil, comprising 0.5% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Japan ($X), with a 0.1% share of total exports. It was followed by India, with less than 0.1% share.

From 2015 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to Uruguay totaled -99.4%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Japan (-98.5% per year) and India (-98.7% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average lithium carbonate export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 24% against the previous year. Overall, the export price enjoyed pronounced growth. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Chile ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to South Korea ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2015 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Chile (-45.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Lithium Carbonate Imports

Imports into Brazil

For the fifth consecutive year, Brazil recorded growth in overseas purchases of lithium carbonates, which increased by 10% to X kg in 2021. Overall, imports recorded a significant increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 231%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to see steady growth in years to come.

In value terms, lithium carbonate imports reduced rapidly to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a abrupt curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 735%. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the United States (X kg) constituted the largest supplier of lithium carbonate to Brazil, accounting for a 88% share of total imports. Moreover, lithium carbonate imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X kg), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume from the United States stood at +423.5%.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lithium carbonates to Brazil, comprising 57% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by China ($X), with a 26% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from the United States totaled +12.9%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the average lithium carbonate import price amounted to $X per ton, waning by -29.4% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a sharp decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the average import price increased by 152% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for the United States stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (-18.2%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

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

The country with the largest volume of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate consumption was China, accounting for 34% of total volume. Moreover, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Chile, twofold. Japan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 12% share.

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

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Chile and Australia, with a combined 80% share of global production. Argentina, the United States, the Netherlands and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 17%.

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

In value terms, the United States constituted the largest supplier of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate to Brazil, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by China, with a 5.4% share of total imports.

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

The average export price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $29,100 per ton in 2021, with an increase of 11% against the previous year.

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

The average import price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $21,208 per ton in 2021, growing by 7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lithium carbonate market in Brazil. 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
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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Brazil
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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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
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, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024