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2032 年锂市场预测:按产品、来源类型、应用、最终用户和地区进行的全球分析

Lithium Market Forecasts to 2032 - Global Analysis By Product (Metal, Compound and Alloy), Source Type, Application, End User and By Geography

出版日期: | 出版商: Stratistics Market Research Consulting | 英文 200+ Pages | 商品交期: 2-3个工作天内

价格

根据 Stratistics MRC 的数据,全球锂市场规模在 2025 年将达到 8.5 亿美元,预计到 2032 年将达到 330 万美元,预测期内的复合年增长率为 21.5%。

锂是一种重量轻、反应性强的碱金属,是电动车 (EV)、智慧型手机和网格储存所需的可充电锂离子电池的必需元素。其高能量密度和电化学特性使其成为理想的能源储存解决方案。锂也用于陶瓷、油脂和药品。随着对清洁能源的需求不断增长,从盐水或硬岩中提取锂具有战略重要性,推动了永续采矿和电池回收的创新。

根据CNBC报道,锂生产仍高度集中,到2022年,智利、阿根廷、澳洲和中国将占全球产量的82%以上。

电池化学技术的进步

锂离子电池化学领域的创新正在推动电动车和能源储存对高纯度锂的需求。电池性能的改进(例如能量密度的提高)正在支持市场的成长。随着可再生能源的日益普及,需要高效的锂基储存解决方案。政府对清洁能源技术的诱因将推动锂的需求。消费者对更持久电子设备的需求将推动市场扩张。电池製造商和锂供应商之间的伙伴关係将推动创新。这些进步正在推动锂市场向前发展。

锂商品价格波动

由于供需失衡导致的锂价波动给製造商带来了不确定性。新采矿计划造成的供应过剩将压低价格并影响盈利。某些地区的生产成本较高,增加了财政负担。锂市场的投机交易加剧了波动性。定价机制透明度低,破坏市场稳定。对少数关键供应商的依赖会增加价格风险。这种波动限制了对锂市场的长期投资。

锂回收技术的发展

高效能锂回收技术的发展正在为永续供应链创造机会。回收减少了对原始锂的依赖并解决了环境问题。循环经济需求的不断增长支撑了市场兴趣。回收製程的创新将提高回收率和成本效益。对电池回收的监管支持将鼓励投资。与高科技公司合作可以加速技术进步。永续能源解决方案的趋势推动了回收的机会。

供应链中断

地缘政治紧张局势或自然灾害导致的供应链中断将影响锂的生产和分销。对澳洲和智利等一些矿产地区的依赖增加了脆弱性。运输成本上升将影响盈利。劳动力短缺和物流延迟阻碍了采矿作业。贸易限制和关税使全球供应链变得复杂。缺乏多样化的筹资策略加剧了风险。

COVID-19的影响:

新冠疫情扰乱了锂的开采和加工,减缓了供应链。由于停产期间电动车产量减少,锂的需求下降。然而,可再生能源领域的復苏导致储能係统中锂的使用量增加。劳动力短缺和物流挑战影响了采矿作业。原材料成本上涨影响了购买力。疫情加速了对清洁能源的投资,推动了锂的需求。预计疫情后电动车的成长将推动市场復苏。

金属板块预计将成为预测期内最大的板块

预计金属产业将在预测期内占据最大的市场占有率,这得益于其在电动车和电子设备锂离子电池生产中发挥的关键作用。锂金属具有高能量密度,推动了对先进电池的需求。可再生能源储存系统的兴起正在支持该领域的成长。金属加工技术的进步提高了品质和可用性。对清洁能源的监管支持将推动其采用。锂金属在各种应用领域的多功能性将增强市场占有率。

预计预测期内盐水部分将以最高的复合年增长率成长。

由于从南美洲等盐田提取锂具有成本效益,预计盐水产业将在预测期内实现最高成长率。盐水加工技术的创新提高了产量和纯度。电动车产量的增加将刺激对廉价锂供应来源的需求。盐水开采的监管批准将有助于该领域的扩张。与电池製造商的合作推动了投资。盐水生产的扩充性将推动市场成长。

占比最大的地区:

在预测期内,由于中国和韩国等国家在电动车和电池製造业占据主导地位,预计亚太地区将占据最大的市场占有率。可再生能源储存对锂的高需求将支持成长。政府对清洁能源的激励措施将有助于推动市场扩张。大型锂加工企业的存在增强了该地区的优势。消费者对电子产品的需求不断增长,推动了锂的使用。对电池回收的投资加强了供应链。

复合年增长率最高的地区:

在预测期内,由于对电动车生产和可再生能源的大量投资,预计北美将呈现最高的复合年增长率。该地区先进的研发生态系统将推动电池技术的创新。对清洁能源和回收的监管支持正在推动其采用。能源储存系统日益增长的需求将推动这一扩张。与科技公司的合作将推动锂回收的进步。消费者对永续能源的认识将推动市场成长。

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目录

第一章执行摘要

第二章 前言

  • 概述
  • 相关利益者
  • 研究范围
  • 调查方法
    • 资料探勘
    • 数据分析
    • 数据检验
    • 研究途径
  • 研究资讯来源
    • 初级研究资讯来源
    • 次级研究资讯来源
    • 先决条件

第三章市场走势分析

  • 驱动程式
  • 限制因素
  • 机会
  • 威胁
  • 产品分析
  • 应用分析
  • 最终用户分析
  • 新兴市场
  • COVID-19的影响

第四章 波特五力分析

  • 供应商的议价能力
  • 买家的议价能力
  • 替代品的威胁
  • 新进入者的威胁
  • 竞争对手之间的竞争

5. 全球锂市场(按产品)

  • 金属
  • 合成的
    • 碳酸盐
    • 氯化物
    • 氢氧化物
  • 合金

6. 全球锂市场(依来源类型)

  • 盐水
  • 硬石
  • 其他来源类型

7. 全球锂市场(按应用)

  • 电池
  • 润滑脂
  • 空气处理
  • 製药
  • 玻璃/陶瓷(包括玻璃料)
  • 聚合物
  • 其他用途

8. 全球锂市场(依最终用户)

  • 产业
  • 消费性电子产品
  • 能源储存
  • 药品
  • 其他最终用户

9. 全球锂市场(按地区)

  • 北美洲
    • 美国
    • 加拿大
    • 墨西哥
  • 欧洲
    • 德国
    • 英国
    • 义大利
    • 法国
    • 西班牙
    • 其他欧洲国家
  • 亚太地区
    • 日本
    • 中国
    • 印度
    • 澳洲
    • 纽西兰
    • 韩国
    • 其他亚太地区
  • 南美洲
    • 阿根廷
    • 巴西
    • 智利
    • 南美洲其他地区
  • 中东和非洲
    • 沙乌地阿拉伯
    • 阿拉伯聯合大公国
    • 卡达
    • 南非
    • 其他中东和非洲地区

第十章 重大进展

  • 协议、伙伴关係、合作和合资企业
  • 收购与合併
  • 新产品发布
  • 业务扩展
  • 其他关键策略

第十一章 公司概况

  • Albemarle
  • FMC Corporation
  • Ganfeng Lithium Co., Ltd.
  • General Lithium Corp.
  • Lithium Exploration Group
  • LSC Lithium Corporation
  • Neo Lithium Corporation
  • SQM
  • Tianqi Lithium
  • US Lithium Corp
  • Yacimientos de Litio Bolivianos
  • Altura Mining
  • Avalon Advanced Materials Inc.
  • Corporation Lithium Elements Critiques
  • Nemaska Lithium
Product Code: SMRC29470

According to Stratistics MRC, the Global Lithium Market is accounted for $0.85 million in 2025 and is expected to reach $3.3 million by 2032 growing at a CAGR of 21.5% during the forecast period. Lithium is a lightweight, highly reactive alkali metal essential for rechargeable lithium-ion batteries, which power electric vehicles (EVs), smartphones, and grid storage. Its high energy density and electrochemical properties make it ideal for energy storage solutions. Lithium is also used in ceramics, greases, and pharmaceuticals. As demand for clean energy grows, lithium extraction from brine and hard rock has become strategically significant, driving innovations in sustainable mining and battery recycling.

According to CNBC, lithium production remains highly concentrated, with Chile, Argentina, Australia, and China accounting for over 82% of global production in 2022.

Market Dynamics:

Driver:

Technological advancements in battery chemistry

Innovations in lithium-ion battery chemistry are driving demand for high-purity lithium in electric vehicles and energy storage. Improved battery performance, such as higher energy density, supports market growth. The rise in renewable energy adoption requires efficient lithium-based storage solutions. Government incentives for clean energy technologies boost lithium demand. Consumer demand for longer-lasting electronics fuels market expansion. Partnerships between battery manufacturers and lithium suppliers foster innovation. These advancements are propelling the lithium market forward.

Restraint:

Price volatility in lithium commodities

Fluctuating lithium prices, driven by supply-demand imbalances, create uncertainty for manufacturers. Oversupply from new mining projects can depress prices, impacting profitability. High production costs in certain regions add financial strain. Speculative trading in lithium markets exacerbates volatility. Limited transparency in pricing mechanisms hinders market stability. Dependence on a few key suppliers increases price risks. This volatility restricts long-term investment in the lithium market.

Opportunity:

Development of lithium recycling technologies

The development of efficient lithium recycling technologies is creating opportunities for sustainable supply chains. Recycling reduces reliance on virgin lithium, addressing environmental concerns. Growing demand for circular economy practices supports market interest. Innovations in recycling processes improve recovery rates and cost-effectiveness. Regulatory support for battery recycling encourages investment. Partnerships with tech firms drive technological advancements. The trend of sustainable energy solutions boosts recycling opportunities.

Threat:

Supply chain disruptions

Supply chain disruptions, caused by geopolitical tensions or natural disasters, impact lithium production and distribution. Dependence on a few mining regions, like Australia and Chile, increases vulnerability. Rising transportation costs affect profitability. Labor shortages and logistics delays hinder mining operations. Trade restrictions and tariffs complicate global supply chains. Lack of diversified sourcing strategies exacerbates risks.

Covid-19 Impact:

The COVID-19 pandemic disrupted lithium mining and processing, delaying supply chains. Reduced electric vehicle production during lockdowns lowered lithium demand. However, the recovery of the renewable energy sector boosted lithium use in storage systems. Labor shortages and logistics challenges impacted mining operations. Rising raw material costs affected affordability. The pandemic accelerated investments in clean energy, driving lithium demand. Post-pandemic growth in electric vehicles is expected to fuel market recovery.

The metal segment is expected to be the largest during the forecast period

The metal segment is expected to account for the largest market share during the forecast period propelled by its critical role in lithium-ion battery production for electric vehicles and electronics. Lithium metal offers high energy density, driving demand in advanced batteries. The rise in renewable energy storage systems supports segment growth. Advances in metal processing technologies enhance quality and supply. Regulatory support for clean energy boosts adoption. The versatility of lithium metal in various applications strengthens market share.

The Brines segment is expected to have the highest CAGR during the forecast period

Over the forecast period, the brines segment is predicted to witness the highest growth rate driven by cost-effective lithium extraction from salt flats in regions like South America. Innovations in brine processing technologies improve yield and purity. The rise in electric vehicle production fuels demand for affordable lithium sources. Regulatory approvals for brine extraction support segment expansion. Partnerships with battery manufacturers drive investment. The scalability of brine-based production enhances market growth.

Region with largest share:

During the forecast period, the Asia Pacific region is expected to hold the largest market share owing to its dominant electric vehicle and battery manufacturing industries in countries like China and South Korea. High demand for lithium in renewable energy storage supports growth. Government incentives for clean energy drive market expansion. The presence of key lithium processors strengthens regional dominance. Rising consumer demand for electronics fuels lithium use. Investments in battery recycling enhance supply chains.

Region with highest CAGR:

Over the forecast period, the North America region is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR fueled by strong investments in electric vehicle production and renewable energy. The region's advanced R&D ecosystem drives innovation in battery technologies. Regulatory support for clean energy and recycling boosts adoption. The growing demand for energy storage systems supports expansion. Partnerships with tech firms foster lithium recycling advancements. Consumer awareness of sustainable energy accelerates market growth.

Key players in the market

Some of the key players in Lithium Market include Albemarle, FMC Corporation, Ganfeng Lithium Co., Ltd., General Lithium Corp., Lithium Exploration Group, LSC Lithium Corporation, Neo Lithium Corporation, SQM, Tianqi Lithium, U.S. Lithium Corp, Yacimientos de Litio Bolivianos, Altura Mining, Avalon Advanced Materials Inc., Corporation Lithium Elements Critiques, and Nemaska Lithium.

Key Developments:

In April 2025, Albemarle Corporation announced the expansion of its lithium production capacity in Chile, aiming to meet the growing demand for electric vehicle batteries and energy storage solutions.

In April 2025, Ganfeng Lithium Co., Ltd. commenced operations at its new lithium hydroxide plant in China, enhancing its supply chain for high-nickel cathode battery materials.

In February 2025, Ganfeng Lithium Co., Ltd. opened a new recycling facility, recovering 90% of lithium from used batteries, supporting circular economy initiatives in the EV sector.

Product Types Covered:

  • Metal
  • Compound
  • Alloy

Source Types Covered:

  • Brines
  • Hardrock
  • Other Source Types

Applications Covered:

  • Battery
  • Grease
  • Air Treatment
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Glass/Ceramic (Including Frits)
  • Polymer
  • Other Applications

End Users Covered:

  • Industrial
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Energy Storage
  • Medical
  • Automotive
  • Other End Users

Regions Covered:

  • North America
    • US
    • Canada
    • Mexico
  • Europe
    • Germany
    • UK
    • Italy
    • France
    • Spain
    • Rest of Europe
  • Asia Pacific
    • Japan
    • China
    • India
    • Australia
    • New Zealand
    • South Korea
    • Rest of Asia Pacific
  • South America
    • Argentina
    • Brazil
    • Chile
    • Rest of South America
  • Middle East & Africa
    • Saudi Arabia
    • UAE
    • Qatar
    • South Africa
    • Rest of Middle East & Africa

What our report offers:

  • Market share assessments for the regional and country-level segments
  • Strategic recommendations for the new entrants
  • Covers Market data for the years 2024, 2025, 2026, 2028, and 2032
  • Market Trends (Drivers, Constraints, Opportunities, Threats, Challenges, Investment Opportunities, and recommendations)
  • Strategic recommendations in key business segments based on the market estimations
  • Competitive landscaping mapping the key common trends
  • Company profiling with detailed strategies, financials, and recent developments
  • Supply chain trends mapping the latest technological advancements

Free Customization Offerings:

All the customers of this report will be entitled to receive one of the following free customization options:

  • Company Profiling
    • Comprehensive profiling of additional market players (up to 3)
    • SWOT Analysis of key players (up to 3)
  • Regional Segmentation
    • Market estimations, Forecasts and CAGR of any prominent country as per the client's interest (Note: Depends on feasibility check)
  • Competitive Benchmarking
    • Benchmarking of key players based on product portfolio, geographical presence, and strategic alliances

Table of Contents

1 Executive Summary

2 Preface

  • 2.1 Abstract
  • 2.2 Stake Holders
  • 2.3 Research Scope
  • 2.4 Research Methodology
    • 2.4.1 Data Mining
    • 2.4.2 Data Analysis
    • 2.4.3 Data Validation
    • 2.4.4 Research Approach
  • 2.5 Research Sources
    • 2.5.1 Primary Research Sources
    • 2.5.2 Secondary Research Sources
    • 2.5.3 Assumptions

3 Market Trend Analysis

  • 3.1 Introduction
  • 3.2 Drivers
  • 3.3 Restraints
  • 3.4 Opportunities
  • 3.5 Threats
  • 3.6 Product Analysis
  • 3.7 Application Analysis
  • 3.8 End User Analysis
  • 3.9 Emerging Markets
  • 3.10 Impact of Covid-19

4 Porters Five Force Analysis

  • 4.1 Bargaining power of suppliers
  • 4.2 Bargaining power of buyers
  • 4.3 Threat of substitutes
  • 4.4 Threat of new entrants
  • 4.5 Competitive rivalry

5 Global Lithium Market, By Product

  • 5.1 Introduction
  • 5.2 Metal
  • 5.3 Compound
    • 5.3.1 Carbonate
    • 5.3.2 Chloride
    • 5.3.3 Hydroxide
  • 5.4 Alloy

6 Global Lithium Market, By Source Type

  • 6.1 Introduction
  • 6.2 Brines
  • 6.3 Hardrock
  • 6.4 Other Source Types

7 Global Lithium Market, By Application

  • 7.1 Introduction
  • 7.2 Battery
  • 7.3 Grease
  • 7.4 Air Treatment
  • 7.5 Pharmaceuticals
  • 7.7 Glass/Ceramic (Including Frits)
  • 7.7 Polymer
  • 7.8 Other Applications

8 Global Lithium Market, By End User

  • 8.1 Introduction
  • 8.2 Industrial
  • 8.3 Consumer Electronics
  • 8.4 Energy Storage
  • 8.5 Medical
  • 8.6 Automotive
  • 8.7 Other End Users

9 Global Lithium Market, By Geography

  • 9.1 Introduction
  • 9.2 North America
    • 9.2.1 US
    • 9.2.2 Canada
    • 9.2.3 Mexico
  • 9.3 Europe
    • 9.3.1 Germany
    • 9.3.2 UK
    • 9.3.3 Italy
    • 9.3.4 France
    • 9.3.5 Spain
    • 9.3.6 Rest of Europe
  • 9.4 Asia Pacific
    • 9.4.1 Japan
    • 9.4.2 China
    • 9.4.3 India
    • 9.4.4 Australia
    • 9.4.5 New Zealand
    • 9.4.6 South Korea
    • 9.4.7 Rest of Asia Pacific
  • 9.5 South America
    • 9.5.1 Argentina
    • 9.5.2 Brazil
    • 9.5.3 Chile
    • 9.5.4 Rest of South America
  • 9.6 Middle East & Africa
    • 9.6.1 Saudi Arabia
    • 9.6.2 UAE
    • 9.6.3 Qatar
    • 9.6.4 South Africa
    • 9.6.5 Rest of Middle East & Africa

10 Key Developments

  • 10.1 Agreements, Partnerships, Collaborations and Joint Ventures
  • 10.2 Acquisitions & Mergers
  • 10.3 New Product Launch
  • 10.4 Expansions
  • 10.5 Other Key Strategies

11 Company Profiling

  • 11.1 Albemarle
  • 11.2 FMC Corporation
  • 11.3 Ganfeng Lithium Co., Ltd.
  • 11.4 General Lithium Corp.
  • 11.5 Lithium Exploration Group
  • 11.6 LSC Lithium Corporation
  • 11.7 Neo Lithium Corporation
  • 11.8 SQM
  • 11.9 Tianqi Lithium
  • 11.10 U.S. Lithium Corp
  • 11.11 Yacimientos de Litio Bolivianos
  • 11.12 Altura Mining
  • 11.13 Avalon Advanced Materials Inc.
  • 11.14 Corporation Lithium Elements Critiques
  • 11.15 Nemaska Lithium

List of Tables

  • Table 1 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Region (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 2 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Product (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 3 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Metal (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 4 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Compound (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 5 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Carbonate (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 6 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Chloride (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 7 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Hydroxide (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 8 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Alloy (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 9 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Source Type (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 10 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Brines (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 11 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Hardrock (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 12 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Other Source Types (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 13 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Application (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 14 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Battery (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 15 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Grease (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 16 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Air Treatment (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 17 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Pharmaceuticals (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 18 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Glass/Ceramic (Including Frits) (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 19 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Polymer (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 20 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Other Applications (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 21 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By End User (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 22 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Industrial (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 23 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Consumer Electronics (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 24 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Energy Storage (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 25 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Medical (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 26 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Automotive (2024-2032) ($MN)
  • Table 27 Global Lithium Market Outlook, By Other End Users (2024-2032) ($MN)

Note: Tables for North America, Europe, APAC, South America, and Middle East & Africa Regions are also represented in the same manner as above.