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Indonesia: Lithium Carbonate Market 2025

Lithium Carbonate Market Size in Indonesia

In 2021, the Indonesian lithium carbonate market increased by 45% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. In general, consumption recorded a significant increase. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Lithium Carbonate Exports

Exports from Indonesia

In 2021, shipments abroad of lithium carbonates decreased by 0% to X kg, falling for the fourth consecutive year after three years of growth. In general, exports saw a sharp contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 18%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X kg in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lithium carbonate exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports continue to indicate a sharp decrease. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 97% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The Netherlands (X kg) was the main destination for lithium carbonate exports from Indonesia, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the Netherlands amounted to -49.3%.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) also remains the key foreign market for lithium carbonates exports from Indonesia.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the Netherlands totaled +34.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average lithium carbonate export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 18% against the previous year. Overall, the export price posted a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 an increase of 67%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure in 2021 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to +9.6% per year.

Lithium Carbonate Imports

Imports into Indonesia

In 2021, overseas purchases of lithium carbonates increased by 35% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Overall, imports posted a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 361%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lithium carbonate imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports showed a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 403% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

South Korea (X tons), Argentina (X tons) and Belgium (X tons) were the main suppliers of lithium carbonate imports to Indonesia, with a combined 92% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the biggest increases were recorded for Argentina (with a CAGR of +65.3%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Argentina ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lithium carbonates to Indonesia, comprising 62% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by South Korea ($X), with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Australia, with a 5% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value from Argentina amounted to +76.1%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Korea (+24.4% per year) and Australia (+23.4% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average lithium carbonate import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, increasing by 12% against the previous year. Overall, the import price saw a strong expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 54% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by China (+30.6%), 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 constituted the country with the largest volume of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate consumption, 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, together accounting for 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 Indonesia?

In value terms, Chile, China and Belgium appeared to be the largest lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate suppliers to Indonesia, together accounting for 52% of total imports. These countries were followed by the United States, Russia, the Netherlands, Argentina, South Korea and Singapore, which together accounted for a further 40%.

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

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

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

In 2021, the average export price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates amounted to $17,875 per ton, waning by -5.4% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average import price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates amounted to $10,322 per ton, surging by 19% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lithium carbonate market in Indonesia. 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 Indonesia
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