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GlobalData: Global lithium production to triple over the next four years

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Currently, the highest production is in Australia with 18.3kt, followed by Chile and Argentina with 14.1kt and 5.5kt respectively. Three spodumene operations in Australia and two brine operations each in Argentina and Chile accounted for the majority of world lithium production in 2017, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS).

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International Lithium Association (ILiA) established to be the voice of the global lithium industry

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Currently there are around eight large industrial operators in Australia, Chile, Argentina, China, Brazil, Zimbabwe and Portugal that produce lithium raw materials at significant scale, although this number is set to rise as lithium production increases to meet future demand. ppm Li (0.0018%).

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It’s too late to China-proof the lithium supply chain – ET Auto

Baua Electric

That’s been the thinking of leaders from developed countries, who’ve been seeking ways to China-proof the market for lithium , the light metal that’s essential for high-performance rechargeable power packs. Add in Zimbabwe, where Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt Co. Even in Canada, Chinese money has been crucial.

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