[SMM Data] July LiPF6 Import and Export Data

On June 17, lithium carbonate futures fell 1.44% to 95,800 yuan/ton (~13,213.79 USD/ton). The battery-grade index dropped to 97,486 yuan/ton (~13,446.34 USD/ton).

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According to MiningWeekly, Australia and the European Union signed a memorandum of understanding on Tuesday to strengthen cooperation and investment in critical minerals, aiming to reduce external dependence on key raw materials required for high-tech and green manufacturing.

In the week of May 20-23, refined cobalt prices continued to rise. From the supply side, new production capacity is Steadily ramping up, and the market operating rate remains at a relatively high level. From the downstream demand side, end-user demand has resumed lower-than-expected, with only some essential purchases during the week. Market sentiment remains strong, and spot prices remain firm.

Lithium carbonate prices remained stable in the week ending March 21. The improved spot market performance of lithium carbonate led to price adjustments for individual orders by producers. Environmental regulations continued to limit production in smaller firms in Jiangxi. Nonetheless, other lithium salt producers in China are increasing production due to better profitability and completed maintenance. The upcoming arrival of Chilean lithium carbonate shipments to China could potentially increase supply. Cathode makers and downstream businesses are cautiously restocking at low prices, but their increasing ability to absorb costs is supporting lithium carbonate prices. Short-term expectations indicate that spot prices will remain stable.

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On March 21st, lithium carbonate futures rose by 1.34% to 117,350 yuan/ton, while spot prices remained stable at 112,550 yuan/ton amidst selective purchasing behavior.

With the booming electric vehicle and energy storage system industries, the development of the North American domestic lithium battery industry is receiving attention and focus from the world.

SHANGHAI, Feb 10 (SMM) – Data from the Indonesian Ministry of Trade showed that Indonesia’s refined tin export volume in January was 1536.55 mt, a decrease of 80% from the previous month.

China’s imports of refined zinc in November 2022 stood at 11,600 mt, a month-on-month increase of 1,054.62%, but a year-on-year decrease of 44.77%.