5 Countries That Produce The Most Lithium

4. Argentine Republic

Annual Lithium Production in 2021 in Tons: 6,200

The Argentine Republic is a South American country that is the largest in the region after Brazil. However, its economy is significantly smaller than Brazil’s, as it is currently worth $1.2 trillion with a GDP per capita of $26,074. Mining in Argentina covers several materials such as gold, aluminum, lead, zinc, and copper. It is also one of the largest producers of aluminum, with production sitting at 6,200 tons as of 2021 end.