Key Market Indicators
Exports of lithium from France are expected to reach 565,140 kilograms by 2026, up 2.6% on average each year from 486,970 kilograms in 2021. Since 1999, French supply has increased by 5% annually. France was the 11th largest exporter in 2021, behind India, which shipped 486,970 kilograms. Argentina, Belgium and China came in second, third and fourth place respectively. France's lithium imports are expected to reach 2,005,900 kilograms by 2026, up 1.7% year-on-year on average from 1,832,600 kilograms in 2021. Since 1999, French demand has risen 12.4% yearly. The country was the tenth largest importer in 2021, with India leading the way at 1,832,600 kilograms. China, Japan and the US followed in second, third and fourth place respectively.
