Key Market Indicators
Kazakhstan is on track to become one of the world's largest lithium importers by 2026. Since 2006, the nation's demand for lithium has grown almost 190% annually. In 2021, it came in 16th place, behind Austria. China, Japan, and the United States were the top three importers, respectively. By 2026, Kazakhstan is expected to import 317,630 kilograms of lithium, an increase of 3.6% year-on-year.
