A total of 114 different countries or territories have purchased 10 million dollars or more of Chinese batteries so far in 2025.
China’s exports of batteries and battery energy storage systems (BESS) to Nigeria and other countries have reached a record high in 2025, rising by 24 percent from the previous year over the first nine months.
Batteries have been China’s most profitable clean energy technology export since mid-2022 and have generated roughly 60 billion dollars in export earnings so far this year, according to a Reuters report citing data from the energy think tank Ember.
This compares to just under 48 billion dollars in battery earnings during the same period in 2024 and exceeds China’s year-to-date export revenues from electric vehicles, grid components, renewable energy infrastructure, and cooling equipment.
Batteries remain China’s most lucrative clean energy technology export since mid-2022 and currently account for 37 percent of the country’s clean energy export revenues in 2025.
China is the global leader in battery manufacturing and exports and continues to benefit from surging global demand for batteries used in electric vehicles and power networks.
Below is a breakdown of the top markets for China’s battery exports, which appear poised for further strong growth heading into 2026.
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Twenty-three nations have purchased 500 million dollars or more worth of China-made batteries in 2025, highlighting both the unparalleled reach of China’s manufacturers and the profitability of the battery export sector.
Major buyers include Germany’s leading car manufacturers, such as Volkswagen and BMW, along with grid operators and utilities expanding the country’s BESS network.
The United States is the next-largest market for Chinese batteries, with 9.3 billion dollars in purchases so far this year, followed by Vietnam at 3.6 billion dollars.
Germany has recorded the largest annual increase in imports of Chinese batteries this year, with spending rising by 2.5 billion dollars compared to the same period in 2024.
The Netherlands, Australia, and India have also seen sharp year-over-year increases, with each spending over 1 billion dollars more in 2025 compared to last year.
Regionally, Europe remains the top destination for China’s battery exports, accounting for 42 percent of all shipments so far in 2025. Asia follows with a 26 percent share, and North America comes next with 17 percent.
The Middle East and Latin America, however, have recorded the fastest growth rates this year, posting increases of 107 percent and 99 percent respectively compared to 2024.
Battery exports to Saudi Arabia, the Middle East’s largest buyer, have nearly quadrupled, while Chile, Latin America’s leading importer, has seen a 320 percent rise from 2024.
Beyond the major markets, China’s battery exporters have experienced rapid expansion in several other countries that are likely to remain strong targets for future sales.
Spain, the United Arab Emirates, Pakistan, Mexico, and the Philippines all have ambitious solar power and electric vehicle targets, both of which rely heavily on batteries. Each has already spent over 200 million dollars on Chinese battery imports in 2025, indicating China’s strong distribution and service networks in these regions.
Greece, Egypt, Italy, Indonesia, and Cambodia are additional fast-growing markets, each with over 100 million dollars in purchases this year and strong potential for continued EV and energy storage system growth.
One of the few countries to see a decline in Chinese battery imports this year is the United States, which remains locked in a trade dispute with China, has reduced federal support for electric vehicles, and aims to build its own battery industry.
Overall, 114 countries or territories have purchased 10 million dollars or more worth of Chinese batteries in 2025, giving China a powerful global distribution network for its world-leading battery industry.
This means that even if competing battery production hubs emerge in the coming years, China is likely to remain the dominant supplier of EV and BESS batteries for a long time.
