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Lithium Carbonate Market Size in Ghana
For the sixth year in a row, the Ghanian lithium carbonate market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 93% to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, consumption saw significant growth. Lithium carbonate consumption peaked in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.
Lithium Carbonate Production in Ghana
In value terms, lithium carbonate production dropped to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 when the production volume increased by 29% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Lithium Carbonate Exports
Exports from Ghana
In 2013, the amount of lithium carbonates exported from Ghana was estimated at X kg, standing approx. at 2012. Over the period under review, exports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2013 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.
In value terms, lithium carbonate exports amounted to $X in 2013. Overall, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The exports peaked in 2013 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.
Exports by Country
South Africa (X kg) was the main destination for lithium carbonate exports from Ghana, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.
From 2013 to 2013, the average annual growth rate of volume to South Africa was relatively modest.
From 2013 to 2013, the average annual growth rate of value to South Africa was relatively modest.
Lithium Carbonate Imports
Imports into Ghana
For the sixth year in a row, Ghana recorded growth in supplies from abroad of lithium carbonates, which increased by 94% to X kg in 2021. Overall, imports saw significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 248% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.
In value terms, lithium carbonate imports surged to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed significant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 321%. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.
Imports by Country
In 2021, South Africa (X kg) was the main lithium carbonate supplier to Ghana, accounting for a 100% share of total imports. It was followed by the UK (X kg), with a 0.2% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from South Africa totaled +282.0%.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lithium carbonates to Ghana, comprising 100% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the UK ($X), with a 0.3% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from South Africa stood at +96.9%.
Import Prices by Country
In 2021, the average lithium carbonate import price amounted to $X per kg, reducing by -23.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, showed a tangible increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2015 when the average import price increased by 476,332%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per kg. From 2016 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.
Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per kg), while the price for South Africa stood at $X per kg.
From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK (+7.1%).
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lithium carbonate market in Ghana. 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.
Product coverage:
Country coverage:
- Ghana
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Trade (exports and imports) in Ghana
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND THE AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDSThis Chapter is Available Only for the Professional EditionPRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET STRUCTURE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- TRADE BALANCE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2035
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCTS FOR DIVERSIFICATION
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCTS
- MOST TRADED PRODUCTS
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCTS FOR EXPORTS
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
- TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Export
- TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
- IMPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
- EXPORTS: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024) AND FORECAST (2025–2035)
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY: HISTORICAL DATA (2012–2024)
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS
The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Value: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, in Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Trade Balance, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Per Capita Consumption: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Market Volume Forecast to 2035
- Market Value Forecast to 2035
- Market Size and Growth, By Product
- Average Per Capita Consumption, By Product
- Exports and Growth, By Product
- Export Prices and Growth, By Product
- Production Volume and Growth
- Exports and Growth
- Export Prices and Growth
- Market Size and Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports and Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Production, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Value Terms: Historical Data (2012–2024) and Forecast (2025–2035)
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
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