China‘s Lithium Battery Exports Achieve Resilient Growth — Diversified Global Strategy Opens New Markets

In the first two months of 2026, China’s lithium battery exports reached USD 14.2 billion, marking a 46% year-over-year increase, according to data from the China Passenger Car Association. While exports of solar cells faced headwinds and industry competition intensified, the lithium battery sector demonstrated remarkable resilience through diversified market deployment.

The European Union remains the primary export destination, accounting for approximately 43.1% of China’s lithium battery exports, representing a 2.6 percentage point increase from 2025. Meanwhile, exports to the United States have contracted to 9.7%. This structural shift underscores the growing importance of supply chain diversification for battery manufacturers serving global markets.

Hunan CTS Technology Co., Ltd., a lithium battery manufacturer established in 2011, has built a global presence spanning more than 80 countries, including the United States, Australia, Canada, Italy, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, the Netherlands, Switzerland, South Korea, Japan, and Thailand. The company‘s one-stop customized lithium battery solutions—spanning electric vehicles, trucks, boats, and energy storage systems—are supported by a 30-person R&D team and full ISO9001/IATF16949 quality management certification.

As the global lithium battery market continues to expand, manufacturers with established international logistics networks, diversified export channels, and flexible customization capabilities are well-positioned to capture emerging opportunities. CTS's strategic focus on serving diverse geographic markets aligns with the broader industry trend toward de-risking supply chains and building resilient global partnerships.

Why Buyers Choose CTS

For procurement managers and engineering teams conducting supplier research — 92% of whom begin with Google searches — CTS offers a combination of factors that matter most in B2B battery procurement: IATF16949 automotive-grade quality management, MSDS/UN38.3/CE/IEC 62619 certifications, flexible OEM/ODM capabilities, and established logistics networks to over 80 countries.

For inquiries or to request a quote for custom lithium battery solutions, visit www.ctspowerbattery.com.