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Kazakhstan: Lithium Carbonate Market 2025

Lithium Carbonate Market Size in Kazakhstan

The Kazakh lithium carbonate market surged to $X in 2021, jumping by 189% 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). In general, consumption showed significant growth. Lithium carbonate consumption peaked in 2021 and is likely to continue growth in the near future.

Lithium Carbonate Exports

Exports from Kazakhstan

In 2020, lithium carbonate exports from Kazakhstan shrank sharply to X kg, with a decrease of -90% against 2019 figures. In general, exports continue to indicate a dramatic curtailment. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at X kg in 2019, and then dropped significantly in the following year.

In value terms, lithium carbonate exports contracted markedly to $X in 2020. Over the period under review, exports faced a dramatic decline. The exports peaked at $X in 2019, and then reduced dramatically in the following year.

Exports by Country

South Korea (X kg) was the main destination for lithium carbonate exports from Kazakhstan, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2013 to 2020, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to South Korea was relatively modest.

In value terms, South Korea ($X) emerged as the key foreign market for lithium carbonates exports from Kazakhstan.

From 2013 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value to South Korea was relatively modest.

Export Prices by Country

The average lithium carbonate export price stood at $X per ton in 2020, jumping by 53% against the previous year. Over the period under review, export price indicated significant growth from 2019 to 2020: its price increased at an average annual rate of +52.8% over the last one-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

From 2019 to 2020, the rate of growth in terms of prices for South Korea amounted to 0.0% per year.

Lithium Carbonate Imports

Imports into Kazakhstan

Lithium carbonate imports into Kazakhstan soared to X tons in 2021, rising by 228% compared with the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of 1,173% against the previous year. Imports peaked in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lithium carbonate imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. In general, imports posted significant growth. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2019 when imports increased by 491%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Chile (X kg), the Netherlands (X kg) and Belgium (X kg) were the main suppliers of lithium carbonate imports to Kazakhstan, with a combined 54% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Chile (with a CAGR of +45.8%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Poland ($X), Chile ($X) and the Netherlands ($X) constituted the largest lithium carbonate suppliers to Kazakhstan, with a combined 51% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Poland, with a CAGR of +43.0%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average lithium carbonate import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -27.3% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 an increase of 53% against the previous year. The import price peaked 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 Poland ($X per ton), while the price for Belgium ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (+17.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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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, with a combined 80% share 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 Kazakhstan?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate to Kazakhstan, comprising 79% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Chile, with a 6% share of total imports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 4.2% share.

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

The average export price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates stood at $11,000 per ton in 2020, growing by 38% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the average import price for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates amounted to $11,955 per ton, with an increase of 14% against the previous year.

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