Switzerland - Lithium Carbonate - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Lithium Carbonate Price in Switzerland - 2023

Contents:

  1. Lithium Carbonate Price in Switzerland (CIF) - 2022
  2. Lithium Carbonate Price in Switzerland (FOB) - 2022
  3. Lithium Carbonate Imports in Switzerland
  4. Lithium Carbonate Exports in Switzerland

Lithium Carbonate Price in Switzerland (CIF) - 2022

In 2022, the average lithium carbonate import price amounted to $26,052 per ton, growing by 59% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a prominent increase. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $36,407 per ton in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, 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 the UK ($72,104 per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($4,541 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Germany (+16.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lithium Carbonate Price in Switzerland (FOB) - 2022

The average lithium carbonate export price stood at $52,101 per ton in 2022, growing by 41% against the previous year. Overall, export price indicated notable growth from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.5% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, lithium carbonate export price decreased by -3.4% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the average export price increased by 56% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $53,960 per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, 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 the United States ($290,458 per ton), while the average price for exports to Austria ($36,027 per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+20.4%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Lithium Carbonate Imports in Switzerland

For the third year in a row, Switzerland recorded decline in supplies from abroad of lithium carbonates, which decreased by -3.6% to 54 tons in 2022. In general, imports saw a abrupt shrinkage.

In value terms, lithium carbonate imports skyrocketed to $1.4M in 2022. Overall, imports recorded a abrupt contraction.

Import of Lithium Carbonate in Switzerland (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
United Kingdom0.10.51.55051615.7%
Germany60623.4172260-24.6%
Argentina421385283204-21.5%
Chile262130221201-8.5%
United States10459.51151132.8%
Netherlands0.94.427.789.1362.6%
China15.642.938.129.123.1%
France8.823761.89.52.6%
Slovenia719172N/AN/A-76.1%
Others48.90.10.70.5-78.3%
Total2,1871,0559211,411-13.6%

Top Suppliers of Lithium Carbonate to Switzerland in 2022:

  1. Netherlands (19.6 tons)
  2. Argentina (9.0 tons)
  3. United Kingdom (7.0 tons)
  4. Germany (6.2 tons)
  5. United States (5.0 tons)
  6. Chile (5.0 tons)
  7. China (1.6 tons)
  8. France (0.7 tons)

Lithium Carbonate Exports in Switzerland

In 2022, exports of lithium carbonates from Switzerland declined significantly to 583 kg, with a decrease of -94.9% on the year before. Over the period under review, exports faced a dramatic contraction. The smallest decline of -19.8% was in 2021.

In value terms, lithium carbonate exports declined remarkably to $30K in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a sharp descent. The smallest decline of -31.3% was in 2020.

Export of Lithium Carbonate in Switzerland (Thousand USD)
COUNTRY2019202020212022CAGR,
2019-2022
AustriaN/AN/AN/A16.20%
United States14.88.811.97.0-22.1%
Germany15.07.314.26.2-25.5%
Turkey1,080741326N/A-45.1%
Others1.66.367.41.0-14.5%
Total1,11176341930.4-69.9%

Top Export Markets for Lithium Carbonate from Switzerland in 2022:

  1. Austria (451.0 kg)
  2. Germany (100.0 kg)
  3. United States (24.0 kg)

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

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

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    1. 1. INTRODUCTION

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    2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

      A Quick Overview of Market Performance

      1. KEY FINDINGS
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    3. 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
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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. 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
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      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
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    7. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Import Supplying Countries

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Destinations for Exports

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. LIST OF TABLES

      1. Key Findings In 2023
      2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      3. Market Value, 2012–2023
      4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2023
      5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
      8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    12. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      2. Market Value, 2012–2023
      3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
      4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
      5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
      6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
      7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
      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, 2012–2023
      22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
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