Lithium oxide and hydroxide imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Arab Emirates imported $5.7 million of lithium oxide and hydroxide in 2024 (429 tonnes). That is 86% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $41.6 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5.7M | 429 t |
| 2023 | $41.6M | 930 t |
| 2022 | $32.1M | 799 t |
| 2021 | $8.6M | 854 t |
| 2020 | $3.7M | 569 t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 386 t |
| 2018 | $8.1M | 411 t |
| 2017 | $2.3M | 110 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports lithium oxide and hydroxide from
The largest suppliers were China (49%), United Kingdom (24%), India (17%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.8M | 49% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 24% |
| India | $981K | 17% |
| Netherlands | $543K | 9.6% |
| United States | $3K | 0.1% |
| Estonia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $13.19 per kg, close to the world average of $14.80.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Lithium oxide and hydroxide exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $393 thousand of lithium oxide and hydroxide in 2024 (25 tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 70% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $274K | 70% |
| Indonesia | $69K | 18% |
| Brazil | $32K | 8.2% |
| Pakistan | $18K | 4.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates lithium oxide and hydroxide imports (HS 2825.20): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2825.20: Lithium oxide and hydroxide.
Common questions
What is the value of lithium oxide and hydroxide imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported lithium oxide and hydroxide worth $5.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 429 tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 99 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 86% on 2023.
Which countries supply lithium oxide and hydroxide to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 49% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by the United Kingdom (24%) and India (17%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 6 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of lithium oxide and hydroxide per kg?
The average declared import value was about $13.19 per kg in 2024, 11% below the world average of $14.80 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of lithium oxide and hydroxide to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.3 million in 2017 to $5.7 million in 2024, an increase of 150%. The peak was 2023 at $41.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export lithium oxide and hydroxide?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $393 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Indonesia and Brazil. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $5.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for lithium oxide and hydroxide?
The HS code for lithium oxide and hydroxide is subheading 2825.20. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2825 page.
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