Core Viewpoint - The article provides a detailed analysis of the monthly average prices of lithium batteries and key materials for August, highlighting price fluctuations and trends in the lithium battery industry [2][3]. Price Analysis of Key Materials - The monthly average price of ternary materials (5 series, power type) increased by 0.40 million yuan/ton, reaching 11.74 million yuan/ton [2]. - The average price of lithium iron phosphate (power type) rose by 0.28 million yuan/ton, now at 3.38 million yuan/ton [2]. - The price of lithium carbonate (battery-grade) saw a decrease of 1.02 million yuan/ton, settling at 7.79 million yuan/ton [3]. Price Trends of Specific Products - The average price of ternary materials (6 series, single crystal 622 type) increased by 10.19 million yuan/ton, now at 12.79 million yuan/ton [2]. - The price of manganese lithium (high pressure) increased significantly by 19.18%, reaching 3.23 million yuan/ton [2]. - The average price of battery-grade nickel sulfate rose by 40.01%, now at 2.73 million yuan/ton [3]. Electrolyte and Separator Prices - The price of electrolyte (ternary/cylindrical/2600mAh) increased by 40.11%, now at 1.73 million yuan/ton [3]. - The price of ceramic-coated separators (7+2+1 μm) is currently at 1.08 million yuan/square meter, reflecting a stable trend [3]. - The price of battery-grade EMC is at 0.66 million yuan/ton, showing a slight increase [3]. Battery Cell Prices - The price of square power cells (ternary) is at 0.42 yuan/Wh, indicating a stable pricing environment [3]. - The price of cylindrical lithium batteries (2600mAh/18650) is currently at 3.65 yuan/Wh, reflecting market conditions [3]. - The price of small power 18650 (ternary/2600mAh) remains stable at 4.8 yuan/Wh [3].