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Northern America: Lithium Carbonate Market 2025

Lithium Carbonate Market Size in Northern America

In 2021, the North American lithium carbonate market decreased by -1% to $X, falling for the third consecutive year after five years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption posted a mild increase. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Lithium Carbonate Production in Northern America

In value terms, lithium carbonate production soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production continues to indicate buoyant growth. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lithium Carbonate Exports

Exports in Northern America

In 2021, shipments abroad of lithium carbonates increased by 117% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports saw a strong expansion. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lithium carbonate exports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Overall, exports posted a tangible increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when exports increased by 64%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2018 to 2021, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

The biggest shipments were from the United States (X tons), together reaching 99% of total export.

The United States was also the fastest-growing in terms of the lithium carbonates exports, with a CAGR of +5.7% from 2012 to 2021. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United States ($X) also remains the largest lithium carbonate supplier in Northern America.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the United States amounted to +4.0%.

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Northern America stood at $X per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -35.7% against the previous year. Overall, the export price showed a mild contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 when the export price increased by 34% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the United States amounted to -1.6% per year.

Lithium Carbonate Imports

Imports in Northern America

After two years of decline, overseas purchases of lithium carbonates increased by 3.7% to X tons in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2015 with an increase of 31% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lithium carbonate imports amounted to $X in 2021. In general, imports posted a measured expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 55%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2021, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The United States dominates imports structure, accounting for X tons, which was approx. 91% of total imports in 2021. It was distantly followed by Canada (X tons), generating an 8.9% share of total imports.

The United States experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of imports of lithium carbonates. Canada (-1.5%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The shares of the largest importers remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the United States ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lithium carbonates in Northern America, comprising 93% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Canada ($X), with a 6.8% share of total imports.

In the United States, lithium carbonate imports expanded at an average annual rate of +3.0% over the period from 2012-2021.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Northern America stood at $X per ton in 2021, declining by -3.3% against the previous year. Import price indicated a moderate expansion from 2012 to 2021: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.2% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, lithium carbonate import price decreased by -21.1% against 2019 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the import price increased by 46% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the United States ($X per ton), while Canada stood at $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United States (+3.8%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate in Northern America?

The United States constituted the country with the largest volume of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate consumption, comprising approx. 85% of total volume. Moreover, lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate consumption in the United States exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Canada, sixfold.

What are the largest producers of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate in Northern America?

The United States constituted the country with the largest volume of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate production, comprising approx. 99% of total volume.

What are the leading suppliers of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate in Northern America?

In value terms, the United States remains the largest lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate supplier in Northern America.

What are the leading importers of lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonate in Northern America?

In value terms, the United States constitutes the largest market for imported lithium oxide, hydroxide and carbonates in Northern America, comprising 85% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with a 15% share of total imports.

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

In 2021, the d carbonates in Northern America amounted to $9,695 per ton, falling by -5.7% against the previous year.

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

In 2021, the d carbonates in Northern America amounted to $6,579 per ton, shrinking by -2.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lithium carbonate market in Northern America. 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:

Bermuda
Canada
Greenland
Saint Pierre and Miquelon
United States

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Production in Northern America, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Northern America
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
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. 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. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Bermuda
- Canada
- Greenland
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon
- United States
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
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