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Ecuador: Market for Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate 2025

Market Size for Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate in Ecuador

The Ecuadorian market for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates declined notably to $X in 2022, reducing by X% against the previous year. In general, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Production of Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate in Ecuador

In value terms, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the production volume increased by X,800%. Lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate production peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate

Exports from Ecuador

In 2016, approx. X tons of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates were exported from Ecuador; rising by X% on the previous year's figure. In general, exports saw a significant increase. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exports surged to $X in 2016. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Panama (X tons) was the main destination for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exports from Ecuador, accounting for a approx. X% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of volume to Panama amounted to X%.

In value terms, Panama ($X) also remains the key foreign market for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates exports from Ecuador.

From 2015 to 2016, the average annual growth rate of value to Panama amounted to X%.

Export Prices by Country

The average export price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $X per ton in 2016, reducing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a perceptible decline. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015, and then contracted in the following year.

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

From 2015 to 2016, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Panama amounted to X% per year.

Imports of Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate

Imports into Ecuador

Lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate imports into Ecuador declined sharply to X tons in 2022, shrinking by X% against the year before. Overall, imports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed temperate growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the United States (X tons) was the main lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate supplier to Ecuador, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate imports from the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, India (X kg), more than tenfold.

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

In value terms, the United States ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates to Ecuador, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by India ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

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

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $X per ton in 2022, jumping by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price posted a tangible expansion. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (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 country with the largest volume of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate consumption was China, comprising approx. 34% of total volume. Moreover, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Chile, twofold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Japan, 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, together comprising 80% of global production. These countries were followed by Argentina, the United States, the Netherlands and Russia, which together accounted for a further 17%.

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

In value terms, Hong Kong SAR, France and the United States constituted the largest lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate suppliers to Ecuador.

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

In value terms, Panama remains the key foreign market for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exports from Ecuador.

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

In 2016, the average export price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates amounted to $170 per ton, falling by -18.1% against the previous year.

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

The average import price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $8,383 per ton in 2021, reducing by -6.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate in Ecuador. 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 Ecuador
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 2012–2024
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