Lithium-ion Battery Recycling Market Growth Mapping and Forecast Study 2026 to 2035

InsightAce Analytic Pvt. Ltd. announces the release of a market assessment report on the "Global Lithium-ion Battery Recycling Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report By Battery Chemistry (Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt, Lithium Iron Phosphate, Lithium Manganese Oxide, Lithium Titanate Oxide, Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminum Oxide), Source (Automotive, Non-automotive), Recycling Process (Hydrometallurgical, Pyrometallurgical, Physical/Mechanical), Battery Component (Active Material, Non-Active Material) - Market Outlook And Industry Analysis 2035"

Global Lithium-ion Battery Recycling Market Size is valued at USD 18.54 Billion in 2025 and is predicted to reach USD 88.17 Billion by the year 2035 at a 17.0% CAGR during the forecast period for 2026 to 2035.

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A lithium-ion battery (LIB) is a rechargeable electrochemical energy storage device that functions through the transfer of lithium ions between the anode and cathode. Renowned for its high energy density, lightweight construction, and prolonged operational lifespan, LIB technology is extensively utilized across electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and grid-scale energy storage applications. The recycling of lithium-ion batteries involves the systematic collection, processing, and recovery of valuable materials such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, copper, and manganese.

Recovery is typically executed using established techniques, including hydrometallurgical, pyrometallurgical, and direct recycling methods. Recovered materials are subsequently reintegrated into the production of new batteries, promoting regulatory compliance, resource efficiency, and reduced dependence on primary raw material extraction. Consequently, lithium-ion battery recycling serves as a critical driver of circular economy initiatives and plays an essential role in ensuring the long-term sustainability of clean energy technologies.

List of Prominent Players in the Lithium-ion Battery Recycling Market:
• Accurec Recycling Gmbh
• Akkuser Oy
• American Battery Technology Company
• American Manganese Inc.
• American Zinc Recycling
• Batrec Industrie Ag
• Battery Recycling Made Easy (Brme)
• Duesenfeld Gmbh
• Ecobat
• Envirostream Australia Pty Ltd
• Euro Dieuze Industrie (E.D.I.)
• Fortum Corporation
• Ganfeng Lithium Co., Ltd
• Gem Co., Ltd
• Glencore International Ag
• Li-Cycle Corp
• Lithion Recycling Inc.
• Metal Conversion Technologies (Mct)
• Neometals Ltd
• Onto Technology Llc
• Raw Materials Company (Rmc)
• Redwood Materials, Inc.
• Retriev Technologies Inc
• Sitrasa
• Tata Chemicals Limited
• Umicore
• Urecycle Group Oy

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Market Dynamics
Drivers:
The lithium-ion battery (LIB) recycling market is experiencing significant growth, driven by the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), the increasing deployment of batteries in consumer electronics and energy storage systems, and the strategic necessity of recovering critical materials such as lithium, cobalt, and nickel. Efficient extraction of these metals is essential for stabilizing supply chains and reducing reliance on primary raw material sources.

Additionally, stringent environmental regulations and global sustainability initiatives are accelerating the adoption of battery recycling practices. Technological advancements are improving process efficiency and scalability, while heightened corporate sustainability commitments and circular economy frameworks are further supporting market expansion.

Challenges:
Despite promising growth prospects, the LIB recycling industry faces several challenges. Variations in battery design complicate sorting and processing, leading to higher operational and labor costs. Economic viability is impacted by elevated processing expenses and fluctuations in the market prices of recovered materials. Furthermore, underdeveloped collection infrastructure and logistical inefficiencies constrain large-scale recycling operations. Safety risks-including fire hazards, thermal runaway, and exposure to toxic substances during processing-introduce additional regulatory and operational complexities.

Regional Trends:
North America is projected to retain a leading position in the global LIB recycling market, driven by advanced technological capabilities, substantial investment, and supportive regulatory frameworks. The region is at the forefront of developing sophisticated hydrometallurgical recycling processes that achieve high recovery rates for critical metals. Major industry participants, including Li-Cycle, Retriev Technologies, and American Zinc Recycling, are actively expanding domestic recycling infrastructure.

Government incentives, research funding, and favorable policy initiatives further enhance regional capacity. With the rising volume of end-of-life batteries from EVs and consumer electronics-particularly in the United States-North America is scaling its recycling operations to strengthen supply chain resilience and meet growing market demand.

Recent Developments:
• In April 2025, American Battery Technology Company doubled recycled battery materials output in Q1 2025, marking a major step in scaling its proprietary recycling tech and advancing toward high-purity cathode-grade metal production.
• In April 2025, Ecobat successfully commissioned three lithium-ion battery recycling plants in Germany, the U.S., and the U.K. within a year, collectively processing up to 10,000 tons annually. These facilities focus on black mass production, advancing circular battery economy goals and reducing reliance on raw material mining.

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Segmentation of Trusted Platform Module Market-
By Battery Chemistry:
• Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt
• Lithium Iron Phosphate
• Lithium Manganese Oxide
• Lithium Titanate Oxide
• Lithium Nickel Cobalt Aluminum Oxide
By Source:
• Automotive
• Non-automotive
o Industrial
o Power
o Marine
o Consumer Electronics
o Other Sources
By Recycling Process:
• Hydrometallurgical
• Pyrometallurgical
• Physical/Mechanical
By Battery Component:
• Active Material
o Cathode/Positive
o Anode/Negative
• Non-Active Material
o Electrolyte
o Separator Materials
o Other Material
By Region-
North America-
• The US
• Canada
Europe-
• Germany
• The UK
• France
• Italy
• Spain
• Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific-
• China
• Japan
• India
• South Korea
• South East Asia
• Rest of Asia Pacific
Latin America-
• Brazil
• Argentina
• Mexico
• Rest of Latin America
Middle East & Africa-
• GCC Countries
• South Africa
• Rest of Middle East and Africa

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