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New Zealand: Lithium Oxide Market 2025

Lithium Oxide Market Size in New Zealand

The New Zealand lithium oxide market was estimated at $X in 2021, leveling off at the previous year. In general, consumption, however, recorded a abrupt setback. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Lithium Oxide Production in New Zealand

In value terms, lithium oxide production surged to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, enjoyed buoyant growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 46% against the previous year. Lithium oxide production peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, production failed to regain momentum.

Lithium Oxide Exports

Exports from New Zealand

In 2021, lithium oxide exports from New Zealand rose to X kg, increasing by 2.6% compared with 2020 figures. Overall, exports, however, faced a precipitous slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 202%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lithium oxide exports fell to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, faced a abrupt slump. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of 350%. The exports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Samoa (X kg) and Fiji (X kg) were the main destinations of lithium oxide exports from New Zealand.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Samoa (with a CAGR of +14.4%).

In value terms, Fiji ($X) remains the key foreign market for lithium oxides exports from New Zealand, comprising 96% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Samoa ($X), with a 3.6% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of value to Fiji totaled -15.5%.

Export Prices by Country

The average lithium oxide export price stood at $X per ton in 2021, shrinking by -8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, enjoyed a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 an increase of 109% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Fiji ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Samoa stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Fiji (+27.9%).

Lithium Oxide Imports

Imports into New Zealand

For the third year in a row, New Zealand recorded growth in supplies from abroad of lithium oxides, which increased by 31% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, showed a precipitous setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 74% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lithium oxide imports fell dramatically to $X in 2021. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 132%. Over the period under review, imports reached the peak figure at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

Russia (X kg), Australia (X kg) and the UK (X kg) were the main suppliers of lithium oxide imports to New Zealand, with a combined 85% 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 the UK (with a CAGR of +81.6%), while imports for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, the largest lithium oxide suppliers to New Zealand were the UK ($X), Australia ($X) and Russia ($X), with a combined 85% share of total imports.

The UK, with a CAGR of +52.9%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, in terms of the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Import Prices by Country

The average lithium oxide import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, dropping by -44.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, posted a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 280% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+29.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lithium oxide in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of lithium oxide consumption in 2020 were Australia, South Korea and Japan, together comprising 80% of global consumption.

What are the largest producers of lithium oxide in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of lithium oxide production in 2020 were China, Australia and Chile, with a combined 78% share of global production. These countries were followed by the United States, Russia, Germany and Switzerland, which together accounted for a further 17%.

What are the leading suppliers of lithium oxide to New Zealand?

In value terms, Russia constituted the largest supplier of lithium oxide to New Zealand, comprising 70% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with a 20% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lithium oxide from New Zealand?

In value terms, Fiji remains the key foreign market for lithium oxide exports from New Zealand.

What is the average export price for lithium oxide in New Zealand?

The average lithium oxide export price stood at $12,974 per ton in 2020, which is down by -53.9% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lithium oxide in New Zealand?

In 2020, the average lithium oxide import price amounted to $13,823 per ton, reducing by -22.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lithium oxide market in New Zealand. 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 New Zealand
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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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