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Austria's imports of lithium are set to reach 395,000 kilograms by 2026, growing 1.2% each year. Since 1999, imports have decreased by 1.8%. In 2021, Austria ranked 15th, with Malaysia overtaking it with 373,430 kilograms. China, Japan, and the United States ranked 2nd, 3rd, and 4th respectively. Exports of lithium from Austria rose 21.8% in 2018, reaching 5,620 kilograms from 4,610 in 2017. Since 1999, exports have declined by 15.7%. In 2018, Austria ranked 31st, with Israel overtaking it with 5,620 kilograms. Argentina, Belgium, and China ranked 2nd, 3rd, and 4th respectively.