In 2023, Chile accounted for nearly one-quarter of global lithium production, slightly down from the previous year. Chile's participation in the global lithium production market has dropped considerably in recent years when compared to the period between 2012 and 2016. In 2023, Chile's lithium mine output was estimated at 44,000 metric tons.
Lithium mine production in Chile from 2012 to 2023, as share of global production
Global production figures do not include U.S. production, as values were not disclosed.
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