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Middle East: Lithium Oxide Market 2025

Lithium Oxide Exports

Exports in the Middle East

In 2021, the amount of lithium oxides exported in the Middle East surged to X tons, with an increase of 381% compared with 2020 figures. 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.

In value terms, lithium oxide exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports posted a significant increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

The United Arab Emirates dominates exports structure, resulting at X tons, which was near 95% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Turkey (X tons), committing a 5.2% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to lithium oxide exports from the United Arab Emirates stood at +29.9%. At the same time, Turkey (+30.6%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Turkey emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in the Middle East, with a CAGR of +30.6% from 2012-2021. The United Arab Emirates (+6.4 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total exports, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the largest lithium oxide supplier in the Middle East, comprising 88% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Turkey ($X), with a 12% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United Arab Emirates totaled +32.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in the Middle East stood at $X per ton in 2021, jumping by 178% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the export price increased by 212%. As a result, the export price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2014 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Turkey ($X per ton), while the United Arab Emirates totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Turkey (+15.9%).

Lithium Oxide Imports

Imports in the Middle East

In 2021, imports of lithium oxides in the Middle East surged to X tons, picking up by 42% against the previous year. Total imports indicated pronounced growth from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.1% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, imports increased by +75.1% against 2018 indices. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lithium oxide imports soared to $X in 2021. In general, imports posted resilient growth. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

The United Arab Emirates represented the key importer of lithium oxides in the Middle East, with the volume of imports amounting to X tons, which was approx. 59% of total imports in 2021. Turkey (X tons) took a 31% share (based on physical terms) of total imports, which put it in second place, followed by Iran (6.2%). Israel (X tons) held a relatively small share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by the United Arab Emirates (with a CAGR of +26.4%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lithium oxides in the Middle East, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Turkey ($X), with a 30% share of total imports. It was followed by Iran, with a 3% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value in the United Arab Emirates amounted to +35.7%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Turkey (+11.3% per year) and Iran (-5.9% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The import price in the Middle East stood at $X per ton in 2021, surging by 49% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the import price increased by 77% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per ton), while Iran ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+7.3%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The countries with the highest volumes of lithium oxide consumption in 2020 were the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Saudi Arabia, with a combined 89% share of total consumption. These countries were followed by Iran, Israel, Kuwait and Iraq, which together accounted for a further 9.1%.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates remains the largest lithium oxide supplier in the Middle East.
In value terms, the largest lithium oxide importing markets in the Middle East were the United Arab Emirates, Turkey and Iran, together accounting for 92% of total imports. Israel, Iraq, Oman and Kuwait lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 7.5%.
The lithium oxide export price in the Middle East stood at $2,766 per ton in 2020, with an increase of 30% against the previous year.
The lithium oxide import price in the Middle East stood at $7,623 per ton in 2020, falling by -45.3% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lithium oxide market in the Middle East. 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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    Data coverage:

    • Market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Production in the Middle East, split by region and country
    • Trade (exports and imports) in the Middle East
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

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    1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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    3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
    4. How to increase your profit margins
    5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
    6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
    7. How to outsource production to other countries
    8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

    While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

    1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE
      2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
      3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

    4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

      Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

      Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
      3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
      4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

    6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
      3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

    7. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
      2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

      This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
      • Bahrain
      • Iran
      • Iraq
      • Israel
      • Jordan
      • Kuwait
      • Lebanon
      • Oman
      • Palestine
      • Qatar
      • Saudi Arabia
      • Syrian Arab Republic
      • Turkey
      • United Arab Emirates
      • Yemen

    12. 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, By Country, 2018–2024
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      2. Market Value, 2012–2024
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
      4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
      5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
      6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
      7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
      8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
      9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
      10. Production Volume And Growth
      11. Exports And Growth
      12. Export Prices And Growth
      13. Market Size And Growth
      14. Per Capita Consumption
      15. Imports And Growth
      16. Import Prices
      17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      19. Production, By Country, 2024
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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