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Lithium Carbonate Market Size in Africa
In 2023, after six years of decline, there was significant growth in the African lithium carbonate market, when its value increased by X% to $X. Over the period under review, consumption continues to indicate a abrupt slump. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2023, consumption remained at a lower figure.
Lithium Carbonate Production in Africa
In value terms, lithium carbonate production contracted to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a deep slump. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2015 to 2023, production growth remained at a lower figure.
Lithium Carbonate Exports
Exports in Africa
In 2023, after two years of growth, there was decline in shipments abroad of lithium carbonates, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. Over the period under review, exports, however, posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2022 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of X tons, and then shrank modestly in the following year.
In value terms, lithium carbonate exports declined remarkably to $X in 2023. In general, exports, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2022 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X, and then reduced sharply in the following year.
Exports by Country
Mozambique represented the key exporting country with an export of about X tons, which accounted for X% of total exports. It was distantly followed by Namibia (X tons), generating a X% share of total exports.
Mozambique experienced a relatively flat trend pattern with regard to volume of exports of lithium carbonates. At the same time, Namibia (X.2%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Namibia emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Africa, with a CAGR of X.2% from 2012-2023. While the share of Mozambique (X p.p.) and Namibia (X p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Mozambique was relatively modest.
Export Prices by Country
In 2023, the export price in Africa amounted to $X per ton, waning by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price faced a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when the export price increased by X% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2023, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Mozambique ($X per ton), while Namibia amounted to $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Namibia (X%).
Lithium Carbonate Imports
Imports in Africa
In 2023, overseas purchases of lithium carbonates were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2018, thus ending a four-year declining trend. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a noticeable slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2023, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, lithium carbonate imports skyrocketed to $X in 2023. Overall, imports, however, saw a pronounced shrinkage. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2023, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Imports by Country
South Africa prevails in imports structure, accounting for X tons, which was near X% of total imports in 2023. It was distantly followed by Egypt (X tons), achieving a X% share of total imports.
South Africa was also the fastest-growing in terms of the lithium carbonates imports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2023. Egypt (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2023, the share of South Africa increased by X percentage points.
In value terms, South Africa ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lithium carbonates in Africa, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Egypt ($X), with a X% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2023, the average annual growth rate of value in South Africa totaled X%.
Import Prices by Country
The import price in Africa stood at $X per ton in 2023, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, the import price recorded a pronounced increase. The level of import peaked at $X per ton in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2023, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.
There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Egypt ($X per ton), while South Africa stood at $X per ton.
From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (X%).
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lithium carbonate market in Africa. 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:
- Algeria
- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Reunion
- Rwanda
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- Sudan
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Western Sahara
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Data coverage:
- Market volume and value
- Per Capita consumption
- Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
- Production in Africa, split by region and country
- Trade (exports and imports) in Africa
- 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
- REPORT DESCRIPTION
- RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
- DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
- GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
A Quick Overview of Market Performance
- KEY FINDINGS
- MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
- CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
- MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO- TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
- BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
- MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
- MOST TRADED PRODUCT
- MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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- TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
- TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
- LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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- TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
- UNSATURATED MARKETS
- TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
- MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
- EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
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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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- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cabo Verde
- Cameroon
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Congo
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Mayotte
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Nigeria
- Reunion
- Rwanda
- Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- Sudan
- Swaziland
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
- Cote d'Ivoire
- Western Sahara
- South Sudan
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Consumption, By Country, 2023
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
- Market Value Forecast to 2030
- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
- Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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