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France: Market for Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate 2025

Market Size for Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate in France

In 2022, the French market for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, consumption enjoyed a resilient expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports of Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate

Exports from France

For the fifth year in a row, France recorded growth in overseas shipments of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates, which increased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, exports recorded significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

In value terms, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports posted a significant increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by X%. Over the period under review, the exports reached the maximum in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Germany (X tons) and the UK (X tons) were the main destinations of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exports from France, together accounting for X% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by the UK (with a CAGR of X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exported from France were China ($X), Germany ($X) and the Netherlands ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports.

China, with a CAGR of X%, recorded 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, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average export price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price saw prominent growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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 China ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the Netherlands ($X 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 China (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Imports of Lithium Oxide, Hydroxide and Carbonate

Imports into France

Lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate imports into France skyrocketed to X tons in 2022, rising by X% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports saw a significant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports continue to indicate a strong expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

The Netherlands (X tons), Belgium (X tons) and Argentina (X tons) were the main suppliers of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate imports to France, 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 Argentina (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Belgium ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates to France, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Argentina, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Belgium totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the Netherlands (X% per year) and Argentina (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average import price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $X per ton in 2022, remaining relatively unchanged against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 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 Chile ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Chile (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?

China remains the largest lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate consuming country worldwide, 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. 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. Argentina, the United States, the Netherlands and Russia lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 17%.

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

In value terms, Chile, the Netherlands and Germany were the largest lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate suppliers to France, with a combined 58% share of total imports. These countries were followed by Belgium, Argentina and China, which together accounted for a further 31%.

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

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate exports from France, comprising 29% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Italy, with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 14% share.

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

In 2021, the average export price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates amounted to $10,694 per ton, picking up by 10% against the previous year.

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

The average import price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $5,305 per ton in 2021, growing by 24% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the market for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate in France. 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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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
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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