6-K 1 a6-k_financialstatementsx1.htm 6-K Document

UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Form 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16 UNDER THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the month of June, 2024.
Commission File Number 33-65728
CHEMICAL AND MINING COMPANY OF CHILE INC.
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)
El Trovador 4285, Santiago, Chile (562) 2425-2000
(Address of principal executive office)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
Form 20-F: ☒ Form 40-F



Santiago, Chile. June 18, 2024.- Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. (SQM) (NYSE: SQM; Santiago Stock Exchange: SQM-B, SQM-A) reports the translation of its financial statements for the three months ended March 31, 2024, the Spanish version of which was filed with the Chilean Commission for the Financial Market (Comisión para el Mercado Financiero or “CMF”) on May 22, 2024.



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CONSOLIDATED INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
As of and for the period ended
March 31, 2024

Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. and subsidiaries
In thousands of United States dollars
    




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This document includes:

-    Consolidated Interim Statements of Financial Position
-    Consolidated Interim Statements of Income
-    Consolidated Interim Statements of Comprehensive Income
-    Consolidated Interim Statements of Cash Flows
-    Consolidated Interim Statements of Changes in Equity
-    Notes to the Consolidated Interim Financial Statements
    

    


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Table of Contents –Consolidated Financial Statements



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Consolidated Interim Classified Statements of Financial Position
AssetsNote
As of
March 31,
2024
As of December 31, 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Current Assets   
Cash and cash equivalents
10.1
1,315,7371,041,369
Other current financial assets
13.1
964,8061,325,843
Other current non-financial assets 1796,745136,750
Current trade and other receivables
13.2
930,888907,181
Current trade receivables due from related parties
12.5
19,47843,253
Current inventories
11
1,756,7671,774,594
Current tax assets
26.1
557,240637,033
Total current assets other than those classified as held for sale or disposal 5,641,6615,866,023
Non-current assets or groups of assets classified as held for sale 118118
Total non-current assets held for sale 118118
Total current assets  5,641,7795,866,141
Non-current assets  
Other non-current financial assets
13.1
220,231248,281
Other non-current non-financial assets17364,229373,700
Non-current trade receivables
13.2
1,9042,559
Investments accounted for under the equity method 8.1-9.184,90486,417
Intangible assets other than goodwill
15.1
154,468155,874
Goodwill
15.1
958958
Property, plant and equipment net
16.1
3,725,5343,609,937
Right-of-use assets
14.1
69,77473,193
Non-current tax assets
26.1
59,540986,274
Deferred tax assets26.3264,315302,236
Total non-current assets4,945,8575,839,429
Total assets10,587,63611,705,570










The accompanying notes form an integral part of these consolidated interim financial statements.
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Consolidated Interim Classified Statements of Financial Position
Liabilities and Equity Note
As of
March 31,
2024
As of December 31, 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Current liabilities   
Other current financial liabilities
13.4
1,493,1781,256,499
Current lease liabilities
14.2
17,80618,192
Current trade and other payables
13.5
391,872449,633
Current trade payables due to related parties12.66,8962,346
Other current provisions
19.1
353,913392,322
Current tax liabilities
26.2
20,09320,890
Current provisions for employee benefits
18.1
9,91923,946
Other current non-financial liabilities
19.4
112,618187,305
Total current liabilities2,406,2952,351,133
Non-current liabilities 
Other non-current financial liabilities
13.4
2,940,3173,213,422
Non-current lease liabilities
14.2
51,97956,966
Other non-current provisions
19.1
56,84360,450
Deferred tax liabilities
26.3
388,516394,688
Non-current provisions for employee benefits
18.1
55,24462,006
Total non-current liabilities3,492,8993,787,532
Total liabilities5,899,1946,138,665
  
Equity  
Equity attributable to owners of the Parent
20
 
Share capital1,577,6431,577,643
Retained earnings2,968,6543,838,162
Other reserves105,162114,870
Equity attributable to owners of the Parent4,651,4395,530,675
Non-controlling interests37,00336,230
Total equity4,688,4425,566,905
Total liabilities and equity10,587,63611,705,570












The accompanying notes form an integral part of these consolidated interim financial statements.
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Consolidated Interim Statements of Income
Consolidated Interim Statements of Income NoteFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Revenue
22.1
1,084,5172,263,850
Cost of sales
22.2
(715,988)(1,198,250)
Gross profit 368,5291,065,600
Other income
22.3
1,29117,661
Administrative expenses
22.4
(38,321)(41,472)
Other expenses
22.5
(16,201)(15,959)
Reversal (impairment) of value of financial assets
22.7
576(977)
Others (losses)
22.6
(2,036)(287)
Income from operating activities 313,8381,024,566
Finance income22.10 26,32030,694
Finance costs 16-22.9(46,839)(27,348)
Share of profit from associates and joint ventures accounted for using the equity method
8.1-9.34,555425
Foreign currency translation differences 242,3025,102
Income before taxes300,1761,033,439
Income tax expense
26.3
(1,168,843)(281,901)
Net income (868,667)751,538
Net income attributable to: 
Net income attributable to owners of the parent  (869,508)749,895
Net Income attributable to Non-controlling interests  8411,643
  (868,667)751,538

Earnings per shareNoteFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Common shares
Basic earnings per share (US$ per share)(3.0440)2.6253
Diluted common shares
Diluted earnings per share (US$ per share)(3.0440)2.6253
  







The accompanying notes form an integral part of these consolidated interim financial statements.
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Consolidated Interim Statements of Comprehensive Income
Consolidated Interim Statements of Comprehensive IncomeFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Net income (868,667)751,538
Items of other comprehensive income that will not be reclassified to income for the year, before taxes  
Gain (losses) from measurements of defined benefit plans 4,944(1,724)
(Losses) gains from financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (12,074)(1,619)
Total other comprehensive losses that will not be reclassified to income for the year, before taxes (7,130)(3,343)
Items of other comprehensive income that will be reclassified to income for the year, before taxes  
Foreign currency exchange (losses) gains (636)651
Cash flow hedges- effective portion of changes in far value 3,44848,338
Cash flow hedges-reclassified to income for the year(4,208)(35,582)
Total other comprehensive income (loss) that will be reclassified to income for the year (1,396)13,407
Other items of other comprehensive income, before taxes (8,526)10,064
Income taxes related to items of other comprehensive income that will not be reclassified to profit for the year   
Income (tax) interest related to revaluation of defined benefit pension plans through other comprehensive income (1,347)705
Income tax (expense) benefit relating to gains (losses) on financial assets measured irrevocably at fair value through other comprehensive income 93437
Total income tax relating to components of other comprehensive income that will be not reclassified to profit for the year (1,254)1,142
Income taxes relating to components of other comprehensive income that will be reclassified to profit for the year   
Income tax related to income from cash flow hedges 205(3,444)
Total income tax (expense) benefit relating to components of other comprehensive income that will be reclassified to profit for the year 205(3,444)
    
Total other comprehensive income (losses) (9,575)7,762
Total comprehensive income (878,242)759,300
Comprehensive income attributable to   
Comprehensive income attributable to owners of the parent (879,262)757,836
Comprehensive income attributable to non-controlling interest 1,0201,464
  (878,242)759,300
See note 20.




    




The accompanying notes form an integral part of these consolidated interim financial statements.
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Consolidated Interim Statements of Cash Flows
Consolidated Interim Statements of Cash Flows NoteFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Cash flows generated from (used in) operating activities    
Classes of cash receipts generated from operating activities  
Cash receipts from sales of goods and rendering of services 1,163,3071,939,288
Cash receipts from premiums and benefits, annuities and other benefits from policies entered --
Cash receipts derived from sub-leases-56
Classes of Payments
Cash payments to suppliers for the provision of goods and services(952,619)(1,762,252)
Cash payments relating to variable leases(1,535)(1,204)
Other payments related to operating activities (5,248)(14,953)
Net cash generated from operating activities 203,905160,935
Dividends received12,5001,003
Interest paid(34,596)(35,890)
Interest paid on lease liabilities(578)(360)
Interest received26,57919,950
Income taxes paid (107,639)(588,165)
Other cash inflows (outflows) (1)50,395(176,284)
Net Cash generated (used in) from operating activities  150,566(618,811)
 182,234
Cash flows generated from (used in) investing activities  
Purchase of ownership interest in associates and joint ventures(5,665)-
Acquisition of equity instruments(198)(13,372)
Acquisition of subsidiaries(9,024)-
Proceeds from the sale of property, plant and equipment-5
Adquisition of property, plant and equipment(173,600)(246,354)
Proceeds from sales of intangible assets34-
Proceeds related to futures, forward options and swap contracts4706,550
Loans to related parties(1,213)525
Purchase of other long-term assets (1,695)(1,153)
Other cash outflows (2) (3)341,652221,541
Cash flow generated (used in) from investing activities 150,761(32,258)
(1) Other (outflows) inflows of cash from operating activities include net increases (decreases) of value added tax, and banking expenses, taxes associated with interest payments, costs of issuance of debt and governmentgtant.
(2) Other (cash outflows) include investments and redemptions of time deposits and other financial instruments that do not qualify as cash and cash equivalent in accordance with IAS 7, paragraph 7, since they mature in more than 90 days from the original investment date.
(3) Other inflows (outflows) of cash from investing activities include guarantees deposits described in note 13.2.








The accompanying notes form an integral part of these consolidated interim financial statements.
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Consolidated Interim Statements of Cash Flows
Consolidated Interim Statements of Cash Flows NoteFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Cash flows generated from (used in) financing activities   
Payments of lease liabilities(4,785)(3,134)
Proceeds from long-term loans-10,000
Receipts from short-term loans15,00025,000
Loan repayments (22,571)(7,477)
Proceeds (payments) from hedges associated to loans516422
Dividends paid
(607)-
Net cash flows generated from (used in) financing activities(12,447)24,811
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents before the effect of changes in the exchange rate 288,880(626,258)
Effects of exchange rate fluctuations on cash and cash equivalents(14,512)59,585
increase in cash and cash equivalents 274,368(566,673)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning1,041,3692,655,236
Cash and cash equivalents at end101,315,7372,088,563














The accompanying notes form an integral part of these consolidated interim financial statements.
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Consolidated Interim Financial Statements March 31, 2024
    
Consolidated Interim Statements of Changes in Equity
Consolidated Interim Statements of Changes in EquityShare capital Foreign currency translation reserves Hedge reserves Gains and losses from financial assets reserveActuarial gains and losses from defined benefit plans reserveAccumulated other comprehensive incomeOther miscellaneous reserves
Total
reserves
Retained earnings Equity attributable to owners of the Parent Non-controlling interests Total Equity
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Equity at January 1, 20241,577,643(4,921)(930)122,294(13,454)102,98911,881114,8703,838,1625,530,67536,2305,566,905
Net profit--------(869,508)(869,508)841(868,667)
Other comprehensive income-(820)(555)(11,981)3,602(9,754)-(9,754)-(9,754)179(9,575)
Comprehensive income-(820)(555)(11,981)3,602(9,754)-(9,754)(869,508)(879,262)1,020(878,242)
Dividends (1)----------(247)(247)
Capital decrease(20)-----2020----
Other increases in equity------2626-26-26
Total changes in equity(20)(820)(555)(11,981)3,602(9,754)46(9,708)(869,508)(879,236)773(878,463)
Equity as of March 31, 20241,577,623(5,741)(1,485)110,313(9,852)93,23511,927105,1622,968,6544,651,43937,0034,688,442
Consolidated Interim Statements of Changes in EquityShare capital Foreign currency translation reserves Hedge reserves Gains and losses from financial assets reserveActuarial gains and losses from defined benefit plans reserveAccumulated other comprehensive incomeOther miscellaneous reserves
Total
reserves
Retained earnings Equity attributable to owners of the Parent Non-controlling interests Total Equity
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Equity at January 1, 20231,577,643(8,042)(14,575)(10,973)(9,198)(42,788)11,663(31,125)3,350,1144,896,63235,3694,932,001
Net profit--------749,895749,8951,643751,538
Other comprehensive income-8429,312(1,182)(1,031)7,941-7,941-7,941(179)7,762
Comprehensive income-8429,312(1,182)(1,031)7,941-7,941749,895757,8361,464759,300
Dividends (1)--------(224,968)(224,968)(796)(225,764)
Other (decreases) in equity------(20)(20)-(20)-(20)
Total changes in equity-8429,312(1,182)(1,031)7,941(20)7,921524,927532,848668533,516
Equity as of March 31, 20231,577,643(7,200)(5,263)(12,155)(10,229)(34,847)11,643(23,204)3,875,0415,429,48036,0375,465,517
(a)See Note 20.7


The accompanying notes form an integral part of these consolidated interim financial statements.
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Notes to the Consolidated Interim Financial Statements March 31, 2024

Glossary
The Following capitalized terms in these financial statements (including their notes) will have the following meaning:
ADS’’ American Depositary Shares;
CAM’’ Arbitration and Mediation Center of the Santiago Chamber of Commerce;
CCHEN’’ Chilean Nuclear Energy Commission;
CCS’’ cross currency swap;
CINIIF’’ International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee;
CMF’’ Financial Market Commission;
Directors’ Committee” The Company’s Directors’ Committee;
Corporate Governance Committee’’ The Company’s Corporate Governance Committee;
Health, Safety and Environment Committee’’ The Company’s Health, Safety and Environment Committee;
Lease Agreement’’ the mining concessions lease agreement signed by SQM Salar and Corfo in 1993, as subsequently amended;
Project Contract” project contract for Salar de Atacama undersigned by Corfo and SQM Salar in 1993, as subsequently amended”;
Corfo” Chilean Economic Development Agency;
DCV’’ Central Securities Depository;
DGA’’ General Directorate of Water Resources;
Board” The Company’s Board of Directors;
Dollar’’ o “US$’’ Dollars of the United States of America;
DPA’’ Deferred Prosecution Agreement;
PFIC’’ Passive foreign investment company;
United States” United States of America;
FNE’’ Chilean National Economic Prosecutor's Office;
Management’’ the Company’s management;
"SQM Group’’ The corporate group composed of the Company and its subsidiaries
Pampa Group’’ Jointly the Sociedad de Inversiones Pampa Calichera S.A., Potasios de Chile S.A. and Inversiones Global Mining (Chile) Limitada;
IASB’’ International Accounting Standards Board;
SSI’’ Staff severance indemnities;
Proyect agreement’’ Proyect agreement for the Salar de Atacama signed by Corfo and SQM Salar in 1993, as subse quently amended;
IFRIC’’ International Financial Reporting Standards Interpretations Committee;
CPI” Consumer Price Index;
IRSW” interest rate swap;
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Securities Market Law” Securities Market Law No. 18,045;
Corporate Law'' Ley 18,046 on corporations;
ThUS$'' thousands of Dollars;
MUS$'' millions of Dollars;
IAS” International Accounting Standard;
IFRS” International Financial Reporting Standards;
ILO” International Labor Organization;
WHO World Health Organization;
Pesos’’ or “Ch$” Chilean pesos, legal tender in Chile;
SEC’’ Securities and Exchange Commission;
Sernageomin’’ National Geology and Mining Service;
SIC’’ Standard Interpretations Committee;
IRS”Internal Revenue Service of Chile;
SMA” Environmental Superintendent’s Office;
Company” Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A.;
SOFR” Secured overnight financing rate;
SQM Industrial” SQM Industrial S.A.;
SQM NA” SQM North America Corporation;
SQM Nitratos” SQM Nitratos S.A.;
SQM Potasio” SQM Potasio S.A.;
SQM Salar” SQM Salar S.A.;
Tianqi” Tianqi Lithium Corporation;
UF” Unidad de Fomento (a Chilean Peso based inflation indexed currency unit);








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Notes to the Consolidated Interim Financial Statements March 31, 2024



Note 1    Identification and Activities of the Company and Subsidiaries
1.1.Historical background
Sociedad Química y Minera de Chile S.A. is an open stock corporation organized under the laws of the Republic of Chile and its Chilean Tax Identification Number is 93.007.000-9.
The Company was incorporated through a public deed dated June 17, 1968 by the public notary of Santiago Mr. Sergio Rodríguez Garcés. Its existence was approved by Decree No. 1,164 of June 22, 1968 of the Ministry of Finance, and it was registered on June 29, 1968 in the Registry of Commerce of Santiago, on page 4,537 No. 1,992. SQM’s headquarters are located at El Trovador 4285, Floor 6, Las Condes, Santiago, Chile, The Company's telephone number is +(56 2) 2425-2000.
The Company is registered in the CMF under number 184 of March 18, 1983 and is therefore subject to oversight by that entity.
1.2.Main domicile where the Company performs its production activities
The Company’s main domiciles are: Calle Dos Sur plot No. 5 - Antofagasta; Arturo Prat 1060 - Tocopilla; Administration Building w/n - Maria Elena; Administration Building w/n Pedro de Valdivia - María Elena, Anibal Pinto 3228 - Antofagasta, Kilometer 1378 Ruta 5 Norte Highway - Antofagasta, Coya Sur Plant w/n - Maria Elena, kilometer 1760 Ruta 5 Norte Highway - Pozo Almonte, Salar de Atacama (Atacama Saltpeter deposit) potassium chloride plant w/n - San Pedro de Atacama, potassium sulfate plant at Salar de Atacama w/n – San Pedro de Atacama, Minsal Mining Camp w/n CL Plant CL, Potassium– San Pedro de Atacama, formerly the Iris Saltpeter office w/n, Commune of Pozo Almonte, Iquique; Level 1; 225 Dt Georges Tce Perth WA 6000, Australia.
1.3.Codes of main activities
The codes of the main activities as established by the CMF, as follows:
1700 (Mining)
2200 (Chemical products)
1300 (Investment)
1.4.Description of the nature of operations and main activities
The products of the Company are mainly derived from mineral deposits found in northern Chile where mining takes place and caliche and brine deposits are processed.
(a) Specialty plant nutrition: Four main types of specialty plant nutrients are produced: potassium nitrate, sodium nitrate, sodium potassium nitrate and specialty blends. In addition, other specialty fertilizers are sold including third party products.

(b) Iodine: The Company produces iodine and iodine derivatives, which are used in a wide range of medical, pharmaceutical, agricultural and industrial applications, including x-ray contrast media, polarizing films for LCD and LED, antiseptics, biocides and disinfectants, in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, electronics, pigments and dye components.

(c) Lithium: The Company produces lithium carbonate, which is used in a variety of applications, including electrochemical materials for batteries, frits for the ceramic and enamel industries, and it is an important ingredient in the manufacture of gunpowder, heat-resistant glass (ceramic glass), air conditioning chemicals, continuous casting powder for steel extrusion, primary aluminum smelting process, pharmaceuticals and lithium derivatives. We are also a leading supplier of lithium hydroxide, which is primarily used as an input for the lubricating greases industry and for certain cathodes for batteries.


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(d) Industrial chemicals: The Company produces three industrial chemicals: sodium nitrate, potassium nitrate and potassium chloride. Sodium nitrate is used primarily in the production of glass, explosives, and metal treatment. Potassium nitrate is used in the manufacturing of specialty glass, and it is also an important raw material to produce of frits for the ceramics and enamel industries. Solar salts, a combination of potassium nitrate and sodium nitrate, are used as a thermal storage medium in concentrated solar power plants. Potassium chloride is a basic chemical used to produce potassium hydroxide, and it is also used oil drilling, and to produce carrageenan.
(e) Potassium: The Company produces potassium chloride and potassium sulfate from brines extracted from the Salar de Atacama. Potassium chloride is a commodity fertilizer used to fertilize a variety of crops including corn, rice, sugar, soybean and wheat. Potassium sulfate is a specialty fertilizer used mainly in crops such as vegetables, fruits and industrial crops.
(f) Other products and services: The Company also sells other fertilizers and blends, some of which we do not produce, mainly potassium nitrate, potassium sulfate and potassium chloride. This business line also includes revenue from commodities, services, interests, royalties and dividends.    
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1.5.Other background
(a)Employees
As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, the workforce was as follows:
EmployeesAs of March 31, 2024As of December 31, 2023
SQM S.A.Other subsidiariesTotalSQM S.A.Other subsidiariesTotal
Executives2915017933137170
Professionals1902,9033,0931902,6632,853
Technicians and operators 3443,858 4,202 3644,295 4,659
Total5636,9117,4745877,0957,682

Place of workAs of March 31, 2024As of December 31, 2023
SQM S.A.Other subsidiariesTotalSQM S.A.Other subsidiariesTotal
In Chile563 6,229 6,792587 6,447 7,034
Outside Chile-682682-648648
Total 563  6,911  7,474  587  7,095  7,682

(b)Main shareholders
As of March 31, 2024, there were 1,157 shareholders.
Following table shows information about the main shareholders of the Company’s Series A or Series B shares in circulation as of March 31, 2024, and as of December 31, 2023, in line with information provided by the DCV, with respect to each shareholder that, to our knowledge, owns more than 5% of the outstanding Series A or Series B shares. The following information is derived from our registry and reports managed by the DCV and informed to the CMF and the Chilean Stock Exchange:
Shareholders as of March 31, 2024No, of Series A % of Series A sharesNo, of Series B % of Series B shares% of total shares
Inversiones TLC Spa 62,556,56843.80%--21.90%
Sociedad De Inversiones Pampa Calichera S.A. 42,085,38929.47%1,611,2271.13%15.30%
The Bank Of New York Mellon ADRS --42,825,37529.99%14.99%
Potasios De Chile S.A. 18,179,14712.73%--6.36%
Banco De Chile Por Cuenta De State Street --12,387,2368.67%4.34%
AFP Habitat S.A.611,0990.43%9,991,2057.00%3.71%
Global Mining Spa 8,798,5396.16%--3.08%
Banco Santander Por Cuenta De Inv. Extranjeros --8,742,2616.12%3.06%
AFP Cuprum S.A.--8,278,7965.80%2.90%
AFP Provida S.A.--7,901,1935.53%2.77%
AFP Capital S.A.--7,704,7405.39%2.70%
Banco De Chile Por Cuenta De Citi NA New York Clie. 67,4630.05%6,491,6224.55%2.30%
 

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Shareholders as of December 31, 2023No, of Series A % of Series A sharesNo, of Series B % of Series B shares% of total shares
Inversiones TLC Spa 62,556,56843.80%--21.90%
The Bank Of New York Mellon ADRs --46,174,68132.33%16.17%
Sociedad De Inversiones Pampa Calichera S.A. 42,640,38929.86%1,611,2271.13%15.49%
Potasios De Chile S.A. 18,179,14712.73%--6.36%
Banco De Chile on behalf of State Street --11,744,2308.22%4.11%
AFP Habitat S.A.603,7890.42%9,991,6197.00%3.71%
Global Mining Spa 8,798,5396.16%--3.08%
Banco Santander on behalf of foreign investors --8,499,9305.95%2.98%
AFP Provida S.A.--8,299,6265.81%2.91%
AFP Cuprum S.A.--7,979,9835.59%2.79%
AFP Capital S.A.--7,525,9125.27%2.63%
Banco De Chile on behalf of Citi NA New York 67,4630.05%6,339,9864.44%2.24%
 
(1) As reported by DCV, which manages the Company's shareholders' register as of March 31, 2024, and Decembre 31, 2023, Inversiones TLC SpA, a subsidiary wholly owned Tianqi Lithium Corporation, is the direct owner of 62,556,568 Series A shares of The Company equivalent to 21.90% of SQM’s shares. In addition, as reported by Tianqi Lithium Corporation, it owns 748,490 Series B SQM shares as reported by Inversiones TLC Spa. Accordingly as of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, Tianqi Lithium Corporation owns 22.16% of SQM's through Series A shares and ADS holders of Series B shares.
(2) As March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, Sociedad de Inversiones Pampa Calichera S.A. owned 46,600,458 Series A and B shares with 2,908,842 Series A shares held in custody by stockbrokers.
1.6.Specific mining tax applied to lithium exploitation
On April 5, 2024, the Santiago Court of Appeals issued a judgment in one of the claims against the Chilean IRS regarding extending the specific mining tax to lithium mining (tax case No. 312-2022) and reversed the judgment previously issued by the Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region, which upheld the annulment suit filed by SQM Salar, corresponding to liquidations for tax years 2017 and 2018. Although the ruling of the Santiago Court of Appeals does not affect the rest of the claims filed by SQM Salar against the Chilean IRS—and is still subject to appeal by SQM Salar—it prompted the Company’s Board of Directors to review the accounting treatment of the tax claims. Consequently, the Company recognized a tax expense of US$1,097.6 million for the period ended March 31, 2024. See Note 21.3 Tax contingencies and Note 28.2 Disclosures on events occurring after the reporting date.

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Note 2    Basis of presentation for the consolidated financial statements
2.1     Accounting period
These consolidated financial statements cover the following periods:
(a)Consolidated Interim Statements of Financial Position as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023.
(b)Consolidated Interim Statements of Income for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2024 and 2023.
(c)Consolidated Interim Statements of Comprehensive Income for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2024 and 2023.
(d)Consolidated Interim Statements of Changes in Equity for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2024 and 2023.
(e)Consolidated Interim Statements of Cash Flows for the three-month periods ended March 31, 2024 and 2023.

2.2     Consolidated financial statements
The consolidated financial statements of the Company and subsidiaries have been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 “Interim Financial Reporting”.
The interim consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the annual financial statements as of December 31, 2023.

The accounting principles and criteria used in these interim financial statements were consistently applied throughout both periods and to the annual financial statements as of December 31, 2023. There have been no changes in the methods used to calculate accounting estimates during the periods reported.

IFRS establish certain alternatives for their application, those applied by the Company are detailed in this Note and Note 3.





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2.3     Basis of measurement
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis except for the following:
(a)Inventories are recorded at the lower of cost and net realizable value.
(b)Financial derivatives measured at fair value.
(c)Certain financial investments measured at fair value with an offsetting entry in other comprehensive income.
2.4     Accounting pronouncements
New accounting pronouncements
(a)The following standards, interpretations and amendments are mandatory for the first time for annual periods beginning on January 1, 2024:
Amendments and improvements
DescriptionMandatory for annual periods beginning on or after
Amendments to IAS 1 "Presentation of Financial Statements" about the classification of liabilities.This amendment clarifies that liabilities are classified as either current or non-current, depending on their rights as of the reporting date. The classification is not affected by the expectations of the entity or events after the reporting date. For example, the receipt of a waiver or non-compliance with an agreement. The amendment also clarifies what IAS 1 means when it refers to the “settlement" of a liability. The amendment should be applied retrospectively in accordance with IAS 8.01-01-2024
Amendment to IAS 1 “Non-current Liabilities with Covenants”.The amendment improves the information that an entity discloses when its payment terms are deferred, provided it complies with covenants within twelve months of issuing the financial statements.01-01-2024
Amendment to IFRS 16, “Leases”Amendments to sale and leaseback transactions, including explanations of how an entity should recognize its right of use leased assets and how the gains or losses arising from sale and leaseback transactions should be recognized in the financial statements.01-01-2024
Amendments to IAS 7 “Statement of Cash Flows” and IFRS 7 “Financial Instruments: Disclosures” on supplier finance arrangements.These amendments require disclosures that improve the transparency of supplier finance arrangements and their effects on a company’s liabilities, cash flows and exposure to liquidity risk.01-01-2024
   

Management determined that the adoption of the aforementioned standards, amendments and interpretations did not significantly impact the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

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(b)Standards, interpretations and amendments issued that had not become effective for financial statements beginning on January 1, 2024 and which the Company has not adopted early are as follows:
Standards and Interpretations DescriptionMandatory for annual periods beginning on or after

Amendments to IAS 21 - Lack of exchangeability.
This amendment affects an entity that has a transaction in a foreign currency that cannot be exchanged with another currency for a specific purpose as of the measurement date. One currency is exchangeable into another when the other currency can be obtained with a normal administrative delay, and the transaction is performed using a market or exchange mechanism that creates enforceable rights and obligations. This amendment contains instructions regarding the exchange rate to be used when the currency is not exchangeable, as previously described. Early adoption is permitted.
01-01-2025
 
 
 

    
Management believes that the adoption of the above standards, amendments and interpretations will not have a significant impact on the Company’s financial statements.


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2.5     Basis of consolidation
(a)Subsidiaries
The Company established control as the basis of consolidation for its financial statements. The Company controls a subsidiary when it is exposed, or has rights, to variable returns from its involvement with the subsidiary and has the ability to affect those returns through its power over the subsidiary.
The consolidation of a subsidiary starts when the Group controls it and it is no longer included in the consolidation when control is lost.
Subsidiaries are consolidated through the line by line method, adding items that represent assets, liabilities, income and expenses with a similar content, and eliminating operations between companies within the SQM Group.
Results for dependent companies acquired or disposed of during the period are included in the consolidated accounts from the date on which control is transferred to the Company or until the date when this control ends, as relevant.
To account for an acquisition of a business, the Company uses the acquisition method. Under this method, the acquisition cost is the fair value of assets delivered, equity securities issued, and incurred or assumed liabilities at the date of exchange. Assets, liabilities and contingencies identifiable assumed in a business combination are measured initially at fair value at the acquisition date. For each business combination, the Company will measure the non-controlling interest of the acquiree either at fair value or as proportional share of net identifiable assets of the acquire.
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The following tables detail general information as of March 31, 2024 on the companies in which the group exercises control:
SubsidiariesTAX ID No.AddressCountry of IncorporationFunctional CurrencyOwnership Interest
DirectIndirectTotal
SQM Nitratos S.A.96,592,190-7El Trovador 4285, Las CondesChile
Dollar
99.99990.0001100.0000
SQM Potasio S.A.96,651,060-9El Trovador 4285, Las CondesChileDollar99.99990.0001100.0000
Serv. Integrales de Tránsito y Transf. S.A.
79,770,780-5Arturo Prat 1060, TocopillaChileDollar0.000399.9997100.0000
Isapre Norte Grande Ltda.79,906,120-1Aníbal Pinto 3228, AntofagastaChilePeso1.000099.0000100.0000
Ajay SQM Chile S.A.96,592,180-KAv, Pdte, Eduardo Frei 4900, SantiagoChileDollar51.0000-51.0000
Almacenes y Depósitos Ltda.79,876,080-7El Trovador 4285, Las CondesChilePeso1.000099.0000100.0000
SQM Salar S.A.79,626,800-KEl Trovador 4285, Las CondesChileDollar18.180081.8200100.0000
SQM Industrial S.A.79,947,100-0El Trovador 4285, Las CondesChileDollar99.04700.9530100.0000
Exploraciones Mineras S.A.76,425,380-9El Trovador 4285, Las CondesChileDollar0.269199.7309100.0000
Sociedad Prestadora de Servicios de Salud Cruz del Norte S.A.76,534,490-5Aníbal Pinto 3228, AntofagastaChilePeso-100.0000100.0000
Soquimich Comercial S.A.79,768,170-9El Trovador 4285, Las CondesChileDollar-60.638360.6383
Comercial Agrorama Ltda. (1)76,064,419-6El Trovador 4285, Las CondesChilePeso-60.638360.6383
Comercial Hydro S.A.96,801,610-5El Trovador 4285, Las CondesChileDollar-100.0000100.0000
Agrorama S.A.76,145,229-0El Trovador 4285, Las CondesChilePeso-60.638360.6383
Orcoma Estudios SPA 76,359,919-1Apoquindo 3721 OF 131, Las CondesChileDollar100.0000-100.0000
Orcoma SPA76,360,575-2Los Militares 4290, Las CondesChileDollar100.0000-100.0000
SQM MaG SpA76,686,311-9Los Militares 4290, Las CondesChileDollar-100.0000100.0000
Sociedad Contractual Minera Búfalo77,114,779-8Los Militares 4290, Las CondesChileDollar99.90000.1000100.0000
SQM North America Corp.Foreign2727 Paces Ferry Road, Building Two, Suite 1425, Atlanta, GAUnited States of AmericaDollar40.000060.0000100.0000
RS Agro Chemical Trading Corporation A.V.V. (5)ForeignCaya Ernesto O, Petronia 17, OrangestadArubaDollar---
Nitratos Naturais do Chile Ltda.Foreign
Al, Tocantis 75, 6° Andar, Conunto 608 Edif, West Gate, Alphaville Barureri, CEP 06455-020, Sao Paulo
BrazilDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM Corporation N.V.ForeignPietermaai 123, P,O, Box 897, Willemstad, CuracaoCuracaoDollar0.000299.9998100.0000
SQM Ecuador S.A.ForeignAv, José Orrantia y Av, Juan Tanca Marengo Edificio Executive Center Piso 2 Oficina 211EcuadorDollar0.0040199.9960100.0000
SQM Brasil Ltda.Foreign
Al, Tocantis 75, 6° Andar, Conunto 608 Edif, West Gate, Alphaville Barureri, CEP 06455-020, Sao Paulo
BrazilDollar0.4900099.5100100.0000
SQMC Holding Corporation.Foreign2727 Paces Ferry Road, Building Two, Suite 1425, AtlantaUnited States of AmericaDollar0.100099.9000100.0000
SQM Japan Co. Ltd.ForeignFrom 1st Bldg 207, 5-3-10 Minami- Aoyama, Minato-ku, TokioJapanDollar0.159799.8403100.0000



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Subsidiaries
TAX
ID
No.
AddressCountry of IncorporationFunctional CurrencyOwnership Interest
DirectDirectDirect
SQM Europe N.V. (3)ForeignHoutdok-Noordkaai 25a B-2030 Amberes BelgiumDollar0.580099.4200100.0000
SQM Indonesia S.A.ForeignPerumahan Bumi Dirgantara Permai, Jl Suryadarma Blok Aw No 15 Rt 01/09 17436 Jatisari Pondok GedeIndonesiaDollar-80.000080.0000
North American Trading Company (4)Foreign2727 Paces Ferry Road, Building Two, Suite 1425, Atlanta, GAUnited States of AmericaDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM Virginia LLC (4)Foreign2727 Paces Ferry Road, Building Two, Suite 1425, Atlanta, GAUnited States of AmericaDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM Comercial de México S.A. de C.V.ForeignAv. Moctezuma 144-4 Ciudad del Sol. CP 45050, Zapopan, Jalisco MéxicoMexicoDollar0.010099.9900100.0000
SQM Investment Corporation N.V.ForeignPietermaai 123, P.O. Box 897, Willemstad, CuracaoCuracaoDollar1.000099.0000100.0000
Royal Seed Trading Corporation A.V.V. (6)ForeignCaya Ernesto O. Petronia 17, OrangestadArubaDollar---
SQM Lithium Specialties Limited Partnership (4)Foreign2727 Paces Ferry Road, Building Two, Suite 1425, Atlanta, GAUnited States of AmericaDollar-100.0000100.0000
Comercial Caimán Internacional S.A. (2)ForeignEdificio Plaza Bancomer PanamaDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM France S.A.ForeignZAC des Pommiers 27930 FAUVILLEFranceDollar-100.0000100.0000
Administración y Servicios Santiago S.A. de C.V.ForeignAv. Moctezuma 144-4 Ciudad del Sol, CP 45050, Zapopan, Jalisco MéxicoMexicoDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM Nitratos México S.A. de C.V.ForeignAv. Moctezuma 144-4 Ciudad del Sol, CP 45050, Zapopan, Jalisco MéxicoMexicoDollar-100.0000100.0000
Soquimich European Holding B.V.ForeignLuna Arena, Herikerbergweg 238 1101 CM AmsterdamHollandDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM Iberian S.A.ForeignProvenza 251 Principal 1a CP 08008, BarcelonaSpainDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM África Pty Ltd.ForeignTramore House, 3 Wterford Office Park, Waterford Drive, 2191 Fourways, JohannesburgSouth AfricaDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM Oceanía Pty Ltd.ForeignLevel 9, 50 Park Street, Sydney NSW 2000, SydneyAustraliaDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM Beijing Commercial Co. Ltd.ForeignRoom 1001C, CBD International Mansion N 16 Yong An Dong Li, Jian Wai Ave Beijing 100022, P.R.ChinaDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM Thailand LimitedForeignUnit 2962, Level 29, N° 388, Exchange Tower Sukhumvit Road, Klongtoey BangkokThailandDollar-99.998099.9980
SQM Colombia SASForeignCra 7 No 32 – 33 piso 29 Pbx: (571) 3384904 Fax: (571) 3384905 Bogotá D.C. – Colombia.ColombiaDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM Australia PTYForeignLevel 16, 201 Elizabeth Street SydneyAustraliaDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM (Shanghai) Chemicals Co. Ltd.ForeignRoom 3802, 38F, No. 300 Middle Huaihai Road, Huangpu District, Shanghai, 200021 ChinaChinaDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM Korea LLCForeignSuite 22, Kyobo Building, 15th Floor, 1 Jongno Jongno-gu, Seoul, 03154 South KoreaSouth KoreaDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM Holland B.V.ForeignHerikerbergweg 238, 1101 CM Amsterdam ZuidoostHollandDollar-100.0000100.0000
Soquimich Comercial Brasil Ltda.ForeignAvenida Bento Rocha, N° 821, Vila Alboitt, CEP 83221-565. ParanaguáBrazilDollar-100.0000100.0000
Blue Energy Business and Trade (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (7)Foreign300 Huaihai Middle Road, distrito de Huangpu, ShanghaiChinaDollar-100.0000100.0000
SQM Vitas Perú S.A.C. (8)ForeignAv. Juan de Arona 187, Torre B, Oficina 301-II, San Isidro, LimaPeruDollar0.00001999.999100.0000
 
(a)SQM has control over Comercial Agrorama Ltda.´s management.
(b)Comercial Caiman Internacional S.A. was liquidated at September 30, 2023.
(c)On July 1, 2023, SQM Europe N.V. absorbed its subsidiary SQM International N.V.
(d)SQM Virginia LLC, North American Trading Company and SQM Lithium Specialties Limited Partnership have been liquidated as of December 31, 2023.
(e)During the first quarter of 2024, RS Agro Chemical Trading Corporation A.V.V. was liquidated.
(f)During the first quarter of 2024, Royal Seed Trading Corporation A.V.V. was liquidated.
(g)Blue Energy Business and Trade (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. was incorporated on March 21, 2024.
(h)On March 27, 2024, 100% of SQM Vitas Perú S.A.C. was acquired.
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2.6     Investments in associates and joint ventures
Investments in joint arrangements are classified as joint operations or joint ventures. The classification depends on the contractual rights and obligations of each investor, rather than the legal structure of the joint arrangement.
(a)Joint operations
The Company recognizes its direct right to the assets, liabilities, income and expenses of the joint arrangement.
(b)Joint ventures and investments in associates
Interests in companies over which joint control is exercised (joint ventures) or where an entity has significant influence (associates) are recognized using the equity method. Significant influence is presumed to exist when the investor owns over 20% of the investee’s share capital. Under the equity method, the investment is recognized in the statement of financial position at cost and is adjusted to recognize changes in the Company's share of the net assets of the associate or joint venture since the date of acquisition. The Company's statement of income reflects the portion of the operating results of the associate or joint venture and any changes in other comprehensive income or direct changes in the associate's equity are reflected in the Company's equity. For such purposes, the percentage of ownership interest in the associate is used. At the time of acquisition, the difference between the investment cost and the net fair value of identifiable assets and liabilities of the investee is recognized as goodwill, which is presented as part of the carrying value of the investee and is not amortized. The debit or credit to the income statement reflects the proportional share of the associate's net income (loss).
Changes in associate’s or joint ventures equity are recognized proportionally with a charge or credit to "Other Reserves" and are classified according to their origin. The reporting dates of the associate or joint ventures, the Company and related policies are similar for equivalent transactions and events in similar circumstances. In the event that significant influence is lost, or the investment is sold, or held for sale, the equity method is suspended, not recognizing the proportional share of the gain or loss. If the resulting value under the equity method is negative, the share of profit or loss is reflected as zero in the consolidated financial statements, unless there is a commitment by the Company to restore the capital position of the Company, in which case the related risk provision and expense are recorded.
Dividends received by these companies are recorded by reducing the value of the investment and are shown in cash flows from operating activities, and the proportional share of the gain or loss recognized in accordance with the equity method is included in the consolidated income statement under "Share of Gains (Losses) of Associates and Joint Ventures Accounted for Using the Equity Method''.
Unrealized gains from transactions with joint ventures or associates are eliminated in accordance with the Company's percentage interest in such entities. Any unrealized losses are also eliminated, unless that transaction provides evidence that the transferred asset is impaired.


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Note 3    Significant accounting policies
3.1     Classification of balances as current and non-current
In the consolidated statement of financial position, balances are classified in consideration of their maturity dates; i.e., those maturing within a period equal to or less than 12 months are classified as current counted from the closing date of the consolidated financial statements and those with maturity dates exceeding the aforementioned period are classified as non-current.
The exception to the foregoing relates to deferred taxes, which are classified as non-current, regardless of the maturity they have.
3.2     Functional and presentation currency
The Company’s consolidated financial statements are presented in United States dollars, without decimal places, which is the Company’s functional and presentation currency and is the currency of the main economic environment in which it operates. Consequently, the term foreign currency is defined as any currency other than the U.S. dollar.
3.3     Accounting policy for foreign currency translation
(a)SQM group entities:
The revenue, expenses, assets and liabilities of all entities that have a functional currency other than the presentation currency are converted to the presentation currency as follows:
Assets and liabilities are converted at the closing exchange rate prevailing on the reporting date.
Revenues and expenses of each statement of income account are converted at monthly average exchange rates.
All resulting foreign currency translation gains and losses are recognized as a separate component in translation reserves.
In consolidation, foreign currency differences arising from the translation of a net investment in foreign entities are recorded in shareholder’s equity (“foreign currency translation reserve”). At the date of disposal, such foreign currency translation differences are recognized in the statement of income as part of the gain or loss from the sale.

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The main exchange rates and UF used to translate monetary assets and liabilities, expressed in foreign currency at the end and average of each period in respect to U.S. dollars, are as follows:
CurrenciesClosing exchange ratesAverage exchange rates
As of
March 31, 2024
As of
 December 31, 2023
As of
March 31, 2024
As of
December 31, 2023
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Brazilian real5.004.854.984.90
New Peruvian sol3.713.703.713.73
Japanese yen151.36140.90149.75143.94
Euro0.930.900.920.92
Mexican peso16.6116.9216.7817.18
Australian dollar1.531.461.521.49
Pound Sterling0.790.780.790.79
South African rand18.9318.2718.8518.61
Chilean peso981.71877.12968.52875.06
Chinese yuan7.267.127.227.15
Indian rupee83.4083.2183.0283.26
Thai Baht36.4234.3635.9334.95
Turkish lira32.3429.5232.0229.09
Korean Won1,345.881,290.701,330.801,304.17
Indonesian Rupiah15,853.0015,399.0015,695.5515,502.63
United Arab Emirates dirham3.673.673.673.67
Polish Zloty3.993.933.963.97
UF (*)37.7841.9438.3042.04
 
(*) US$ per UF
(b)Transactions and balances
The Company’s non-monetary transactions in currencies other than the functional currency (Dollar) are translated to the respective functional currencies of Group entities at the exchange rate on the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies at the reporting date are retranslated to the functional currency at the exchange rate at that date. All differences are recorded in the statement of income except for all monetary items that provide an effective hedge for a net investment in a foreign operation. These items are recognized in other comprehensive income until disposal of the investment, when they are recognized in the statement of income. Charges and credits attributable to foreign currency translation differences on those hedge monetary items are also recognized in other comprehensive income.
Non-monetary assets and liabilities that are measured at historical cost in a foreign currency are retranslated to the functional currency at the historical exchange rate of the transaction. Non-monetary items measured based on fair value in a foreign currency are translated using the exchange rate at the date on which the fair value is determined.




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3.4     Consolidated statement of cash flows
Cash equivalents correspond to highly liquid short-term investments that are easily convertible into known amounts of cash and subject to insignificant risk of changes in their value and mature in less than three months from the date of acquisition of the instrument.
For the purposes of the statement of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents comprise cash and cash equivalents as defined above.
The statement of cash flows present cash transactions performed during the period, determined using the direct method.
3.5     Financial assets accounting policy
Management determines the classification of its financial assets at fair value (either through other comprehensive income, or through profit or loss), and at amortized cost. The classification depends on the business model of the entity to manage the financial assets and the contractual terms of the cash flows.
The initial value of the Company's financial assets valued at fair value through other comprehensive income includes the transaction costs that are directly attributable to acquiring that financial asset on the date the Company commits to acquiring it, whereas the transaction costs for financial assets valued at fair value through profit or loss are expensed. The initial value of trade and other receivables that do not include a significant financial component is their transaction price.
After initial recognition, the Company measures its financial assets according to the Company's business model for managing its financial assets and the contractual terms of its cash flows:
(a)Financial debt instruments measured at amortized cost. Financial assets that meet the following conditions are included in this category (i) the business model that supports it aims to maintain the financial assets to obtain the contractual cash flows and (ii) the contractual conditions of the financial asset give place, on specified dates, to cash flows that are only payments of the principal and interest on the outstanding principal amount. The Company’s financial assets that meet these conditions are: (i) cash equivalents, (ii) related party receivables, (iii) trade debtors and (iv) other receivables.

(b)Financial instruments at fair value. A financial asset should be measured at fair value through income or fair value through other comprehensive income, depending on the following:

(i)Fair value through Other Comprehensive Income: Assets held to collect contractual cash flows and to be sold, where the asset cash flows are only capital and interest payments, are measured at fair value through other comprehensive income. Changes in book values are through other comprehensive income, except for the recognition of impairment losses, interest income and exchange gains and losses, which are recognized in the income statement. When a financial asset is derecognized, the cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in other comprehensive income is reclassified from equity to the income statement. Interest income from these financial assets is included in financial income using the effective interest method.

(ii)Fair value through profit or loss: Assets that do not meet the amortized cost or "Fair value through other comprehensive income" criteria are valued at "Fair value through income".





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(c)Financial equity instruments at fair value through other comprehensive income. Equity instruments that are not classified as held for trading and which the Group has irrevocably chosen to recognize in this category from its initial recognition to the reporting date. Amounts presented in other comprehensive income will not be subsequently transferred to the statement income.
3.6     Financial assets impairment
The Company evaluates expected credit losses associated with its debt instruments carried at amortized cost. The impairment method used depends on whether there has been a significant increase in credit risk.
The Company assumes that the credit risk of a financial asset has increased significantly when it is more than 30 days past due. It is in default when the financial asset is more than 90 days past due and an individual analysis has concluded that it has a negative credit impairment.
The Company assesses the credit impairment of its receivables as of each reporting date. A financial asset has credit impairment when one or more events have a negative impact on the expected cash flows from it. Evidence of credit impairment for a debtor is as follows:
Significant financial hardship
Breach of contract due to default
Probability of going bankrupt

The Company applies the simplified approach to measure expected credit losses using the lifetime expected loss on all trade receivables. Expected credit losses are measured by grouping receivables by their shared credit risk characteristics and days overdue.
The Company has concluded that the expected loss rates for trade receivables are a reasonable approximation of the loss rates for these assets. Expected loss rates are based on sales payment profiles and historical credit losses within this period. Historical loss rates are adjusted to reflect current expectations and information regarding macroeconomic factors that affect the ability of customers to meet their commitments. Impairment losses from receivables and contract assets are shown as net impairment losses in the line “Impairment of financial assets and reversal of impairment losses,” see Note 22.7. Any subsequent recoveries of financial assets previously charged off are credited to the same line.
The gross value of a financial asset is charged off to the income statement when the Company has no reasonable expectation of recovering all or a portion of it, following an individual analysis prepared by management.
3.7     Financial liabilities
Management accounts for its financial liabilities at amortized cost.
Upon initial recognition, the Company measures its financial liabilities by their fair value less the transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition of the financial liability. The Company subsequently measures its financial liabilities at amortized cost.
Financial liabilities measured at amortized cost are: (i) commercial accounts payable, (ii) other accounts payable and (iii) other financial liabilities.
Amortized cost is based using the effective interest rate method. Amortized cost is calculated by considering any premium or discount on the acquisition and includes transaction costs that are an integral part of the effective interest rate.


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3.8     Estimated fair value of financial instruments
The fair value of financial assets and liabilities is estimated using the following information. Although the data represent Management's best estimates, it is subjective and involves significant estimates regarding current economic conditions, market conditions and risk characteristics.
Methodologies and assumptions used depend on the risk terms and characteristics of instruments and include the following as a summary:
Fair value estimation
Financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value consist of forwards hedging the mismatch in the balance sheet and cash flows, options hedging the mismatch in the balance sheet and cross currency swaps to hedge bonds issued in local currency (Peso/UF).
The fair value of the Company’s assets and liabilities recognized by cross currency swaps contracts is calculated as the difference between the present value of discounted cash flows of the asset (Peso/UF) and liability (Dollar) parts of the derivative. In the case of the IRSW, the asset value recognized is calculated as the difference between the discounted cash flows of the asset (variable rate) and liability (fixed rate) parts of the derivative. Forwards are calculated as the difference between the strike price of the contract and the spot price plus the forwards points at the date of the contract. Financial options: the value recognized is calculated using the Black-Scholes method.
In the case of CCS, the entry data used for the valuation models are UF, Peso, Dollar and basis swap rates. In the case of fair value calculations for interest rate swaps, the Forward Rate Agreement rate and ICVS 23 Curve (Bloomberg: cash/deposits rates, futures, swaps). In the case of forwards, the forwards curve for the currency in question is used. Finally, for options, the spot price, risk-free rate and volatility of exchange rate are used, all in accordance with the currencies used in each valuation. The financial information used as entry data for the Company’s valuation models is obtained from Bloomberg, the well-known financial software company. Conversely, the fair value provided by the counterparties of derivatives contracts is used only as a control and not for valuation purposes.
Fair value estimates for disclosure purposes
Cash equivalent approximates fair value due to the short-term maturities of these instruments.
Fair value of current trade receivables is considered to be equal to the carrying amount due to the maturity of such accounts at short-term.
Payables, current lease liabilities and other current financial liabilities´s fair value equal to book value due to the short-term maturity of these accounts.
The fair value of the debt (long-term secured and unsecured debentures; bonds denominated in local currency (Peso/UF) and foreign currency (Dollar), borrowings denominated in foreign currency (Dollar) of the Company are calculated at current value of cash flows subtracted from market rates upon valuation, considering the terms of maturity and exchange rates. The UF and Peso rate curves are used as inputs for the valuation model. This information is obtained through from the renowned financial software company, Bloomberg, and the Association of Banks and Financial Institutions.

3.9     Reclassification of financial instruments
When the Company changes its business model for managing financial assets, it will reclassify all its financial assets affected by the new business model. Financial liabilities cannot be reclassified.
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3.10     Financial instruments derecognition
The Company derecognizes a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire, or it transfers the rights to receive the contractual cash flows in a transaction in which substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the financial asset are transferred; and the control of the financial assets has not been retained.
The Company derecognizes a financial liability when its contractual obligations or a part of these are discharged, paid to the creditor or legally extinguished from the principal responsibility contained in the liability.
3.11     Derivative and hedging financial instruments
Derivative financial instruments are recognized initially at fair value as of the date on which the derivatives contract is signed and, they are subsequently assessed at fair value. The method for recognizing the resulting gain or loss depends on whether the derivative has been designated as an accounting hedge instrument and, if so, it depends on the type of hedging, which may be as follows:
(a)Fair value hedge of assets and liabilities recognized (fair value hedges).

(b)Hedging of a single risk associated with a recognized asset or liability or a highly probable forecast transaction (cash flow hedge).
At the beginning of the transaction, the Company documents the relationship that exists between hedging instruments and hedged items, as well as their objectives for risk management purposes and strategy to conduct the different hedging operations.
The Company also documents its evaluation both at the beginning and at the end of each period if the derivatives used in hedging transactions are highly effective to offset changes in the fair value or in cash flows of hedged items.
The fair value of derivative instruments used for hedging purposes is shown in Note 13.3.
Derivatives that are not designated or do not qualify as hedging derivatives are classified as current assets or liabilities, and changes in the fair value are directly recognized through income.
(a)Fair value hedge
Changes in the fair value of derivatives that are designated and qualify as fair value hedges are recorded in the statement of income, together with any changes in the fair value of the hedged asset or liability that are attributable to the hedged risk. The gain or loss relating to the effective portion of interest rate swaps that hedge fixed rate borrowings is recognized the statement of in income within finance costs, together with changes in the fair value of the hedged fixed rate borrowings attributable to interest rate risk. The gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion is recognized in income within other income or other expenses captions. If the hedge no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, the adjustment to the carrying amount of a hedged item for which the effective interest method is used is amortized to income over the period to maturity using a recalculated effective interest rate.





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(b)Cash flow hedges
The effective portion of the gain or loss on the hedging instrument is initially recognized with a debit or credit to other comprehensive income, while any ineffective portion is immediately recognized to income, as appropriate, depending on the nature of the hedged risk. The amounts accumulated in other comprehensive income are carried over to results when the hedged items are settled or when these have an impact on income.
When a hedging instrument no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, any cumulative deferred gain or loss and deferred costs of hedging in equity at that time remains in equity until the forecast transaction occurs.
When the forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur, the cumulative gain or loss and deferred costs of hedging that were reported in other comprehensive income are immediately reclassified to the statement of income.
3.12     Derivative financial instruments not considered as hedges
Derivative financial instruments not considered as hedges are recognized at fair value with the effect in the statement of income for the year. The Company has derivative financial instruments to hedge foreign currency risk exposure.
The Company continually evaluates the existence of embedded derivatives in both its contracts and in its financial instruments. As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, the Company does not have any embedded derivatives.
3.13     Deferred acquisition costs from insurance contracts
Acquisition costs from insurance contracts are classified as prepayments and correspond to insurance contracts in force, recognized using the straight-line method and on an accrual basis independent of payment date. These are recognized under other non-financial assets current.
3.14     Leases
(a)Right-of-use assets
The Company recognizes right-of-use assets on the initial lease date (i.e., the date on which the underlying asset is available for use). Right-of-use assets are measured at cost, less any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, adjusted by any new measurement of the lease liability. The cost of right-of-use assets includes the amount of recognized lease liabilities, direct initial costs incurred and lease payments made on the start date or sooner, less the lease incentives received. Unless the Company is reasonably sure it will take ownership of the leased asset at the end of the lease period, the assets recognized through right-of-use are depreciated in a straight line during the shortest period of their estimated useful life and lease period. Right-of-use assets are subject to impairment.
(b)Lease liabilities
On the lease start date, the Company recognizes lease liabilities measured at present value of lease payments that will be made during the lease period. Lease payments include fixed payments (including payments that are essentially fixed), less incentives for lease receivables, variable lease payments that are dependent on an index or rate and amounts that are expected to be paid as guaranteed residual value. Lease payments also include the exercise price of a purchase option if the Company is reasonably sure it will exercise this and penalty payments for terminating a lease, if the lease period reflects that the Company will exercise the option to terminate. Variable lease payments that are not dependent on an index or rate are recognized as expenses in the period that produces the event or condition that triggers payment.
When calculating the present value of lease payments, the Company uses the incremental borrowing rate on the initial lease date if the interest rate implicit in the lease cannot be determined easily. After the start date,
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the lease liability balance will increase to reflect the accumulation of interest and will diminish as lease payments are made. Furthermore, the book value of lease liabilities is remeasured in the event of an amendment, a change in the lease period, a change in the fixed lease payments in substance or a change in the assessment to buy the underlying asset.
Payments made that affect lease liabilities are presented as part of the financing activities in the cash flow statement.
(c)Short-term leases and low-value asset leases
The Company applies the short-term lease recognition exemption to leases with a lease term of 12 months or less starting on the start date and that don’t have a purchase option. It also applies the low-value asset lease recognition exemptions to leases less than the limit specified in the respective accounting standard. Lease payments in short-term leases and low-value asset leases are recognized as lineal expenses during the lease term.
(d)Significant judgments in the determination of the lease term for contracts with renewal options.

The Company determines the lease term as the non-cancellable period of the lease, together with periods covered by an option to extend the lease if it is reasonably certain that this will be exercised, or any period covered by an option to terminate the lease, if it is reasonably certain that this will not be exercised.
The Company has the option, under some of its leases, to lease assets for additional terms. The Company applies its judgment when assessing whether it is reasonably certain that it will exercise the option to renovate. In other words, it considers all the relevant factors that create an economic incentive for it to exercise the option to renovate. After the start date, the Company reevaluates the lease term if there is a significant event or change in the circumstances that are under its control and affect its capacity to exercise (or not exercise) the option to renovate.
3.15     Inventory measurement
The method used to determine the cost of inventories is the weighted average monthly cost of warehouse storage. In determining production costs for own products, the company includes the costs of labor, raw materials, materials and supplies used in production, depreciation and maintenance of the goods that participate in the production process, the costs of product movement necessary to maintain stock on location and in the condition in which they are found, and also includes the indirect costs of each task such as laboratories, process and planning areas, and personnel expenses related to production, among others.
For finished and in-process products, the company has three types of provisions, which are reviewed quarterly:
(a)Provision associated with the lower value of stock: The provision is directly identified with the product that generates it and involves three types: (i) provision of lower realizable value, which corresponds to the difference between the inventory cost of intermediary or finished products, and the sale price minus the necessary costs to bring them to the same conditions and location as the product with which they are compared; (ii) provision for future uncertain use that corresponds to the value of those products in process that are likely not going to be used in sales based on the company’s long-term plans; (iii) reprocessing costs of products that are unfeasible for sale due to current specifications.

(b)Provision associated with physical differences in inventory: A provision is made for differences that exceed the tolerance considered in the respective inventory process (physical and annual inventories are taken for the productive units in Chile and the port of Tocopilla; the business subsidiaries depend on the last zero ground obtained, but in general it is at least once a year), these differences are recognized immediately.
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(c)Potential errors in the determination of stock: The company has an algorithm (reviewed at least once a year) that corresponds to diverse percentages assigned to each inventory based on the product, location, complexity involved in the associated measurement, rotation and control mechanisms.
Inventories of raw materials, materials and supplies for production are recorded at acquisition cost. Cyclical inventories are performed in warehouses, as well as general inventories every three years. Differences are recognized at the moment they are detected. The company has a provision based on quarterly calculations from percentages associated with each type of material (classification by warehouse and rotation), these percentages use the lower value resulting from deterioration or obsolescence as well as potential losses. This provision is reviewed at least annually, and considers the historical results obtained in the inventory processes.
3.16     Non-controlling interests
Non-controlling interests are recorded in the consolidated statement of financial position within equity but separate from equity attributable to the owners of the Parent.
3.17     Related party transactions
Transactions between the Company and its subsidiaries are part of the Company’s normal operations within its scope of business activities. Conditions for such transactions are those normally effective for those types of operations with regard to terms and market prices. The maturity conditions vary according to the originating transaction.
3.18     Property, plant and equipment
Property, plant and equipment are stated at acquisition cost, net of the related accumulated depreciation, amortization and impairment losses that they might have experienced.
In addition to the price paid for the acquisition of property, plant and equipment, the Company has considered the following concepts as part of the acquisition cost, as applicable:
(a)    Accrued interest expenses during the construction period that are directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of qualifying assets, which are those that require a substantial period prior to being ready for use. The interest rate used is that related to the project’s specific financing or, should this not exist, the average financing rate of the investor company.
Financing costs are not capitalized for periods that exceed the normal term of acquisition, construction or installation of an asset, such as delays, interruptions or temporary suspension of the project due to technical, financial or other problems that prevent the asset from reaching a usable condition.
(b)    The future costs that the Company will have to experience, related to the closure of its facilities at the end of their useful life, are included at the present value of disbursements expected to be required to settle the obligation and are recorded as a liability and its subsequent variation is recorded directly in results.
Having initially recognized provisions for closure and refurbishment, the corresponding cost is capitalized as an asset in “Property, plant and equipment” and amortized in line with the amortization criteria for the associated assets.
Construction-in-progress is transferred to property, plant and equipment in operation once the assets are available for use and the related depreciation and amortization begins on that date.
Extension, modernization or improvement costs that represent an increase in productivity, ability or efficiency or an extension of the useful lives of property, plant and equipment are capitalized as a higher cost of the
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related assets. All the remaining maintenance, preservation and repair expenses are charged to expense as they are incurred.
The replacement of assets, which increase the asset’s useful life or its economic capacity, are recorded as a higher value of property, plant and equipment with the related derecognition of replaced or renewed elements.
Gains or losses which are generated from the sale or disposal of property, plant and equipment are recognized as income (loss) and calculated as the difference between the asset’s sales value and its net carrying value.
The cost of interest is recognized by applying an average or average weighted interest rate for all financing costs incurred by the Company to the final monthly balances for works underway and complies with the requirements of the required standard.
3.19     Depreciation of property, plant and equipment
Property, plant and equipment are depreciated through the straight-line distribution of cost over the estimated technical useful life of the asset, which is the period in which the Company expects to use the asset. When components of one item of property, plant and equipment have different useful lives, they are recorded as separate assets and depreciated over their expected useful lives. Useful lives and residual values are reviewed annually.
Fixed assets located in the Salar de Atacama consider useful life to be the lesser value between the technical useful life and the years remaining until 2030.
In the case of certain mobile equipment, depreciation is performed depending on the hours of operation.
The useful lives used for the depreciation and amortization of assets included in property, plant and equipment in years are presented below:
Classes of property, plant and equipmentMinimum life or rate (years)Maximum life or rate (years)Life or average rate in years
Mining assets (*)5108
Energy generating assets5168
Buildings42513
Supplies and accessories4158
Office equipment5106
Transport equipment6209
Network and communication equipment4127
IT equipment4117
Machinery, plant and equipment32411
Other fixed assets3209
(*) Mining equipment includes SQM Australia's exploration assets, which are depreciated on a unit of production basis.

3.20     Goodwill
Goodwill acquired represents the excess in acquisition cost on the fair value of the Company's ownership of the net identifiable assets of the subsidiary on the acquisition date. Goodwill acquired related to the acquisition of subsidiaries is included in the line-item goodwill, which is subject to impairment tests annually or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that it might be impaired and is stated at cost
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less accumulated impairment losses. Gains and losses related to the sale of an entity include the carrying value of goodwill related to the entity sold.
This intangible asset is assigned to cash-generating units with the purpose of testing impairment losses. It is allocated based on cash-generating units expected to obtain benefits from the business combination from which the aforementioned goodwill acquired arose.
3.21     Intangible assets other than goodwill
Intangible assets other than goodwill mainly relate to water rights, costs for rights of way for electricity lines, software and licensing costs, the development of computer software and mining property and concession rights.
(a)Water rights
Water rights acquired by the Company relate to water from natural sources and are recorded at acquisition cost. The Company separates water rights into:
i) Finite rights with amortization using the straight-line method, and
ii) Indefinite rights, which are not amortized, given that these assets represent rights granted in perpetuity to the Company and subject to an annual impairment assessment.
(b)Rights of way for electric lines
As required for the operation of industrial plants, the Company has paid rights of way to install wires for the different electric lines on third party land.
(c)Computer software
Licenses for IT programs acquired are capitalized based on their acquisition and customization costs. These costs are amortized over their estimated useful lives. The useful lives of IT programs are defined by their contracts or rights.
Expenses related to the development or maintenance of IT programs are recognized as an expense as and when incurred. Costs directly related to the production of unique and identifiable IT programs controlled by the Group, and which will probably generate economic benefits that are higher than its costs during more than a year, are recognized as intangible assets. Direct costs include the expenses of employees who develop information technology software and general expenses in accordance with corporate charges received.
The costs of development for IT programs are recognized as assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives.
(d)Mining property and concession rights
The Company holds mining property and concession rights from the Chilean and Western Australian Governments. Property rights from the State of Chile are usually obtained at no initial cost (other than the payment of mining patents and minor recording expenses) and once the rights on these concessions have been obtained, they are retained by the Company while annual patents are paid. Such patents, which are paid annually, are recorded as prepaid assets and amortized over the following twelve months. Amounts attributable to mining concessions acquired from third parties different from the Chilean Government are recorded at acquisition cost within intangible assets.
The finite useful life of mining properties is calculated using the productive unit method, except for the mining properties owned by Corfo, which have been leased to the Company and grant it the right to exclusively exploit them until December 31, 2030.
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Estimated useful life or amortization rateMinimum Life or RateMaximum Life or Rate
Water rights2 yearsIndefinite
Rights of wayIndefiniteIndefinite
Corfo Mining properties (1)7 years7 years
Mining rights
Unit-production method
Intellectual property
9 years
9 years
IT programs
3 years
9 years
   
(1) Mining properties owned by CORFO and leased to the Company, which grant it the exclusive right to exploit them until December 31, 2030.
3.22     Research and development expenses
Research and development expenses are charged to the statement of income in the period in which the expenditure was incurred.
3.23     Exploration and evaluation expenses
The Company holds mining concessions for exploration and exploitation of ore, the Company gives the following treatment to the associated expenses:
Once the rights have been obtained, the Company records the disbursements directly associated with the exploration and evaluation of the deposit in execution as property, plant and equipment (construction in progress) at its cost. These disbursements include the following items: geological surveys, drilling, borehole extraction and sampling, activities related to the technical assessment and commercial viability of the extraction, and in general, any disbursement directly related to specific projects where the objective is to find ore resources. If the technical studies determine that the ore grade is not economically viable, the asset is directly charged to the statement of income. If determined otherwise, the asset described above is associated with the extractable ore tonnage which is amortized as it is used.
(a) Limestone and metallic exploration
These assets are included in Other non-current non-financial assets, and the portion related to the area to be exploited in the year is reclassified to inventories, if applicable. Costs related to metal exploration are charged the statement of to income in the period in which they are recognized if the project assessed doesn't qualify as advanced exploration otherwise, these are amortized during the development stage.
(b) Exploration and evaluation at the Mt. Holland Project
Exploration and evaluation costs incurred prior to the commencement of mining are presented in Construction in progress, until mining had commenced, subsequently these are reclassified to Mining assets as part of its property, plant and equipment.
3.24     Impairment of non-financial assets
Assets subject to depreciation and amortization are also subject to impairment testing, provided that an event or change in the circumstances indicates that the amounts in the accounting records may not be recoverable, an impairment loss is recognized for the excess of the book value of the asset over its recoverable amount.
For assets other than goodwill, the Group annually assesses whether there is any indication that a previously recognized impairment loss may no longer exist or may have decreased. Should such indications exist, the recoverable amount is estimated.
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The recoverable amount of an asset is the higher between the fair value of an asset or cash generating unit less costs of sales and its value in use and is determined for an individual asset unless the asset does not generate any cash inflows that are clearly independent from other assets or groups of assets.
In evaluating value in use, estimated future cash flows are discounted using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessment, the value of money over time and the specific asset risks.
Impairment losses from continuing operations are recognized with a debit to the statement of income the categories of expenses associated with the impaired asset function.
For assets other than goodwill, a previously recognized impairment loss is only reversed if there have been changes in the estimates used to determine the asset’s recoverable amount since the last time an impairment loss was recognized. If this is the case, the carrying value of the asset is increased to its recoverable amount. This increased amount cannot exceed the carrying value that would have been determined, net of depreciation, if an asset impairment loss had not been recognized in prior years. This reversal is recognized with a credit to the statement of income.
Assets with indefinite lives are assessed for impairment annually.
3.25     Minimum dividend
As required by Chilean law and regulations, the dividend policy is established by the Board of Directors and announced at the annual ordinary shareholders’ meeting. Shareholder’s approval of the dividend policy is not required. However, each year the Board must submit the declaration of the final dividend or dividends in respect of the preceding year, consistent with the then-established dividend policy, to the Annual Ordinary Shareholders’ Meeting for approval. As required by the Chilean Companies Act, unless otherwise decided by unanimous vote of the holders of issued shares, the Company must distribute a cash dividend in an amount equal to at least 30% of our consolidated net income for that year unless and to the extent there is a deficit in retained earnings. (See Note 20.5).

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3.26     Earnings per share
The basic earnings per share amounts are calculated by dividing the net income for the year attributable to the ordinary owners of the parent by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the year.
Earnings per ShareFor the year ended March 31
20242023
Net income attributable to the owners of the parent (ThUS$)(869,508)749,895
Weighted average number of shares285,638,240285,638,456
Basic earnings per share (US$)(3.0440)2.6253
Net income attributable to the owners of the parent (ThUS$)(869,508)749,895
Weighted average number of shares285,638,240285,638,456
Diluted earnings per share (US$)(3.0440)2.6253
Serie A common share142,819,336142,819,552
Serie B common share142,818,904142,818,904
Total weighted average number of share285,638,240285,638,456
The Company has no instruments that could potentially dilute earnings per share as of March 31, 2024 and 2023.
3.27     Other provisions
Provisions are recognized when:
The Company has a present, legal or constructive obligation as the result of a past event.
It is more likely than not that certain resources must be used, to settle the obligation.
A reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation.
In the event that the provision or a portion of it is reimbursed, the reimbursement is recognized as a separate asset solely if there is certainty of income. The expense for any provision is presented net of any reimbursements in the consolidated statement of income.
Should the effect of the value of money over time be significant, provisions are discounted using a discount rate before tax that reflects the liability’s specific risks. When a discount rate is used, the increase in the provision over time is recognized as a finance cost.
The Company’s policy is to maintain provisions to cover risks and expenses based on a better estimate to deal with possible or certain and quantifiable responsibilities from current litigation, compensations or obligations, pending expenses for which the amount has not yet been determined, collaterals and other similar guarantees for which the Company is responsible. These are recorded at the time the responsibility or the obligation that determines the compensation or payment is generated.
3.28     Obligations related to employee termination benefits and pension commitments
Obligations towards the Company’s employees comply with the provisions of the collective bargaining agreements in force, which are formalized through collective employment agreements and individual employment.
These obligations are measured using actuarial calculations, according to the projected unit credit method which considers such assumptions as the mortality rate, employee turnover, interest rates, retirement dates, effects related to increases in employees’ salaries, as well as the effects on variations in services derived from variations in the inflation rate.
Actuarial gains and losses that may be generated by variations in defined, pre-established obligations are directly recorded in “Other Comprehensive Income”.
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Actuarial losses and gains have their origin in deviations between the estimate and the actual behavior of actuarial assumptions or in the reformulation of established actuarial assumptions.
The above is applicable except in the United States, where our subsidiary, SQM North America has established pension plans for its retired employees that are calculated by measuring the projected obligation using a net salary progressive rate net of adjustments for inflation, mortality and turnover assumptions, deducting the resulting amounts at present value. The net balance of this obligation is presented under the “Non-current provisions for employee benefits” (refer to Note 18.4).
3.29     Compensation plans
Compensation plans implemented through benefits provided in share-based payments settled in cash are recognized in the financial statements at their fair value, in accordance with IFRS 2. Changes in the fair value of options granted are recognized with a charge to payroll in the statement of income (see Note 18.6).
3.30     Revenue recognition
Revenue is an amount that reflects the consideration that the Company expects to earn in exchange for the sale of goods and services in the regular course of business. Revenue is presented net of value added tax, estimated returns, rebates and discounts and after the elimination of sales among subsidiaries.
Revenues are recognized when the specific conditions for each income stream are met, as follows:
(a)Sale of goods
The sale of goods is recognized when the Company has delivered products to the customer, and there is no obligation pending compliance that could affect the acceptance of products by the customer. The delivery does not occur until products have been shipped to the customer or confirmed as received by the customer, and the related risks of obsolescence and loss have been transferred to the customer and the customer has accepted the products in accordance with the conditions established in the sale, when the acceptance period has ended, or when there is objective evidence that those criteria required for acceptance have been met.
Sales are recognized in consideration of the price set in the sales agreement, net of volume discounts and returns at the date of the sale. Volume discounts are evaluated in consideration of annual foreseen purchases and in accordance with the criteria defined in agreements.
(b)Sale of services
Revenue associated with the rendering of services is recognized considering the degree of completion of the service as of the date of presentation of the consolidated classified statement of financial position, provided that the result from the transaction can be estimated reliably.
(c)Income from dividends
Income from dividends is recognized when the right to receive the payment is established.
3.31     Finance income and finance costs
Finance income is mainly composed of interest income from financial instruments such as term deposits and mutual fund deposits. Interest income is recognized in the statement of income at amortized cost, using the effective interest rate method.
Finance costs are mainly composed of interest on bank borrowing, interest on bonds issued less interest capitalized for borrowing costs for the acquisition, construction or production or qualifying assets. Borrowing costs and bonds issued are also recognized in the statement of income using the effective interest rate method.
3.32     Current income tax and deferred
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Corporate income tax for the year is determined as the sum of current and deferred income taxes from the different consolidated companies.
Current taxes are based on the application of the various types of taxes attributable to taxable income for the period. The Company periodically assesses the positions taken in the determination of taxes with respect to situations in which the applicable tax regulation is subject to interpretation and considers whether it is probable that a tax authority will accept an uncertain tax treatment. A provision is created if it is probable that a payment will be required to a taxation authority. The Company measures its tax balances based on the most probable amount or expected value, depending on which method provides a better prediction of the resolution of uncertainty.
Differences between the book value of assets and liabilities and their tax basis generate the balance of deferred tax assets or liabilities, which are calculated using the tax rates expected to be applicable when the assets and liabilities are realized.
In conformity with current tax regulations, the provision for corporate income tax and taxes on mining activity is recognized on an accrual basis, presenting the net balances of accumulated monthly tax provisional payments for the fiscal period and associated credits. The balances of these accounts are presented in current income taxes recoverable or current taxes payable, as applicable.
Current taxes and changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities that do not arise from business combinations are recognized in the statement of net income or in equity in the consolidated statement of financial position, depending on where the gains or losses that caused them were recognized.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset when a legally enforceable right exists to offset tax assets with tax liabilities and the deferred tax is levied by the same tax authority on the same entity.
The recognized deferred tax liabilities refer to the amount of income tax to pay in a future period, related to taxable temporary differences.
Company does not recognize deferred tax liabilities for taxable temporary differences associated with investments in subsidiaries, branches and associates, or with interests in joint ventures, because in accordance with the standard, the following two conditions are jointly met:
(a)the parent company, investor or participant is able to control the timing of the reversal of the temporary difference; and
(b)it is probable that the temporary difference will not be reversed in the foreseeable future.
Recognized deferred tax assets are income taxes recoverable in future periods related to:
(a)deductible temporary differences;
(b)compensation for losses obtained in prior periods, which have not yet been subject to tax deduction; and
(c)compensation for unused credits from prior periods.
The Company recognizes deferred tax assets when it has the certainty that they can be offset with tax income from subsequent periods, unused tax losses or credits to date, but only when this availability of future tax income is probable and can be used for offsetting these unused tax losses or credits.
Moreover, the Company does not recognize deferred tax assets for all the deductible temporary differences that originate from investments in subsidiaries, branches and associates, or from joint ventures, because it is unlikely that they meet the following requirements:
(a)temporary differences are reversed in the foreseeable future; and

(b)there is taxable profit available against which temporary differences can be used.
3.33     Operating segment reporting
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IFRS 8 requires that companies adopt a management approach to disclose information on the operations generated by its operating segments. In general, this is the information that management uses internally for the evaluation of segment performance and making the decision on how to allocate resources for this purpose.
An operating segment is a group of assets and operations responsible for providing products or services subject to risks and performance that are different from those of other business segments. A geographical segment is responsible for providing products or services in a given economic environment subject to risks and performance that are different from those of other segments operating in other economic environments.
Allocation of assets and liabilities, to each segment is not possible given that these are associated with more than one segment, except for depreciation, amortization and impairment of assets, which are directly allocated in accordance with the criteria established in the costing process for product inventories to the corresponding segments.
3.34     Primary accounting criteria, estimates and assumptions
Management is responsible for the information contained in these consolidated annual accounts, which expressly indicate that all the principles and criteria included in IFRS, as issued by the IASB, have been applied in full.
In preparing the consolidated financial statements of the Company and its subsidiaries, management has made significant judgments and estimates to quantify certain assets, liabilities, revenues, expenses and commitments included therein. Basically, these estimates refer to:
Estimated useful lives are determined based on current facts and past experience and take into consideration the expected physical life of the asset, the potential for technological obsolescence, and regulations. (See Notes 3.21, 15 and 16).
Impairment losses of certain assets - Goodwill and intangible assets that have an indefinite useful life are not amortized and are assessed for impairment on an annual basis, or more frequently if the events or changes in circumstances indicate that these may have deteriorated Other assets, including property, plant and equipment, exploration assets, goodwill and intangible assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying amounts exceed their recoverable amounts. If an impairment assessment is required, the assessment of fair value or value in use often requires estimates and assumptions such as discount rates, exchange rates, commodity prices, future capital requirements and future operating performance. Changes in such estimates could impact the recoverable values of these assets. Estimates are reviewed regularly by management (See Notes 15 and 16).
Assumptions used in calculating the actuarial amount of pension-related and severance indemnity payment benefit commitments (See Note 18).
Contingencies – The amount recognized as a provision, including legal, contractual, constructive and other exposures or obligations, is the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the related liability, including any related interest charges, considering the risks and uncertainties surrounding the obligation. In addition, contingencies will only be resolved when one or more future events occur or fail to occur. Therefore, the assessment of contingencies inherently involves the exercise of significant judgment and estimates of the outcome of future events. The Company assesses its liabilities and contingencies based upon the best information available, relevant tax laws and other appropriate requirements (See Note 21). If the Company is unable to rationally estimate the obligation or concluded no loss is probable but it is reasonably possible that a loss may be incurred, no provision is recorded but disclosed in the notes to the consolidated financial statements.
Volume determination for certain in-process and finished products is based on topographical measurements and technical studies that cover the different variables (density for bulk
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inventories and density and porosity for the remaining stock, among others), and related allowance.
Estimates for obsolescence provisions to ensure that the carrying value of inventory is not in excess of the net realizable Inventory valuation. (See Note 11).
Even though these estimates have been made on the basis of the best information available on the date of preparation of these consolidated financial statements, certain events may occur in the future and oblige their amendment (upwards or downwards) over the next few years, which would be made prospectively.
3.35     Government grants
The Company recognizes an unconditional government grant in the income statement as part of other income when the associated cash flows are received.




















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Note 4    Financial risk management
4.1     Financial risk management policy
The Company’s financial risk management policy is focused on safeguarding the stability and sustainability of the Company and its subsidiaries regarding all such relevant financial uncertainty components.
The Company’s operations are subject to certain financial risk factors that may affect its financial position or results. The most significant risk exposures are market risk, liquidity risk, currency risk, credit risk, and interest rate risk, among others.
There could also be additional risks, which are either unknown or known but not currently deemed to be significant, which could also affect the Company’s business operations, its business, financial position, or statement income.
The financial risk management structure includes identifying, determining, analyzing, quantifying, measuring and controlling these events. Management and in particular, Finance Management, is responsible for constantly assessing the financial risk.
4.2     Risk Factors
(a)Credit risk
A global economic contraction may have potentially negative effects on the financial assets of the Company, which are primarily made up of financial investments and trade receivables, and the impact on of our customers could extend the payment terms of the Company's receivables by increasing its exposure to credit risk. Although measures are taken to minimize the risk, this global economic situation could mean losses with adverse material effects on the business, financial position or statement income of the Company's operations.
Trade receivables: to mitigate credit risk, the Company maintains active control of collection and requires the use of credit insurance. Credit insurance covers the risk of insolvency and unpaid invoices corresponding to 80% of all receivables with third parties. The credit risk associated with receivables is analyzed in Note 13.2 b) and the related accounting policy can be found in Note 3.6.
Bank promissory notes: These are negotiable promissory notes issued by a bank payable upon maturity at the request of customers to guarantee collection of the Company. These notes are accepted based on the credit quality of the issuing banks.










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Financial institutionFinancial assetsRating
As of
March 31,
2024
Moody´sS&PFitchThUS$
Agricultural Bank of ChinaBank notesP-1A-1F1+11,488
Agricultural Development of ChinaBank notesP-1A-1-55
Bank of ChinaBank notesP-1A-1F1+11,382
Bank of ChongQingBank notes-A-3-28
Bank of CommunicationsBank notesP-1A-2-2,201
Bank of JiangSuBank notesP-2--436
Bank of NingBoBank notesP-2--7,256
Bank of ShanghaiBank notesP-2--487
Bank Of SuzhouBank notesNP--245
China BOHAI BankBank notes-A-3-8,210
China CITIC BankBank notesP-2A-2-20,924
China Construction Bank CorporationBank notes-A-1-881
China Everbright Bank Bank notes(P)P-2A-2-6,541
China Guangfa BankBank notesP-3A-3-2,877
China MerchantsBank notes-A-2-1,999
China Minsheng BankBank notes-A-3-574
China Zheshang BankBank notes-A-3-4,201
HuaXia BankBank notes-A-3-1,135
Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Limited Bank notesP-1A-1F1+866
Industrial BankBank notesP-1A-1+-22,678
Ping An BankBank notesP-2A-2-164
Postal Savings Bank of ChinaBank notes-A-1-115
Shanghai Pudong Development BankBank notesP-2A-2-16,299
Shanghai Rural Commercial BankBank notes-A-2-41
OthersBank notes---36,700
Total157,783


Financial institutionFinancial assetsRating
As of
December 31,
2023
Moody´sS&PFitchThUS$
Agricultural Bank of ChinaBank notesP-1A-1-2,061
Bank of CommunicationsBank notesP-1A-2-8,783
Bank of NingBoBank notesP-2--1,065
China CITIC BankBank notesP-2A-2-35,477
China Construction Bank CorporationBank notes-A-1-1,802
China Everbright BankBank notes(P)P-2A-2-2,647
China Guangfa BankBank notesP-3A-3-1,245
China MerchantsBank notes-A-2-8,661
China Minsheng BankBank notes-A-3-3,097
China Zheshang BankBank notes-A-3-3,167
HuaXia BankBank notes-A-3-3,639
Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Limited Bank notesP-1A-1-8,998
Industrial BankBank notesP-1A-1+-12,177
International Bank of MacauBank notesP-1-F1+4,122
Shanghai Pudong Development BankBank notesP-2A-2-20,549
OthersBank notes---8,441
Total125,931

Concentrations of credit risk with regard to trade receivables are reduced, owing to the Company’s large number of clients and their distribution around the globe.
No significant modifications have been made during the period to risk models or parameters used in comparison to December 31, 2023, and no modifications have been made to contractual cash flows that have been significant during this period. In December 2023, cash flows received from insurance claims were included in the determination of the allowance for doubtful accounts as compared with prior periods. The effect of this change was not significant to the overall financial statements as of December 31, 2023.
Financial investments: correspond to time deposits whose maturity date is greater than 90 days and less than 360 days from the date of investment, so they are not exposed to excessive market risks. The counterparty risk
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in implementation of financial operations is assessed on an ongoing basis for all financial institutions in which the Company holds financial investments.
The credit quality of financial assets that are not past due or impaired can be evaluated by reference to external credit ratings (if they are available) or historical information on counterparty late payment rates:
Financial institutionFinancial assetsRating
As of
March 31,
2024
Moody´sS&PFitchThUS$
Banco Santander- SantiagoTime depositsP-1A-2F1109,267
Banco Crédito e InversionesTime depositsP-1A-2F23,023
CorpbancaTime depositsP-2A-2-8,972
Banco de ChileTime depositsP-1A-1-3,610
Scotiabank ChileTime deposits--F1+9,651
Banco Crédito e InversionesInvestment fundAA+--4,121
JP Morgan US dollar Liquidity Fund InstitutionalInvestment fundAaa-mf--41,634
Legg Mason - Western Asset Institutional cash reservesInvestment fund-AAAmAAAmmf297,504
Total    477,782
Financial institutionFinancial assetsRating
As of
March 31,
2024
Moody´sS&PFitchThUS$
Banco Crédito e InversionesTime depositsP-1A-2F250,993
Banco Morgan Stanley Margin CallP-1A-2F113,670
Banco Santander Time depositsP-1A-2-171,758
Banco Itaú CorpBancaTime depositsP-2A-2-169,692
Scotiabank ChileTime deposits--F1+121,926
Bank of Nova ScotiaTime depositsP-1--354,557
Banco ConsorcioTime deposits--F331,835
BTG PactualTime deposits-BF324,633
Total939,064
Financial institutionFinancial assetsRating
As of
December 31,
2023
Moody´sS&PFitchThUS$
Banco Santander- SantiagoTime depositsP-1A-2-6,318
Banco Crédito e InversionesTime depositsP-1A-2F21,001
CorpbancaTime depositsP-2A-2-5,014
Banco de ChileTime depositsP-1A-1-4,460
Scotiabank ChileTime deposits--F1+6,752
Banco Crédito e InversionesInvestment fundAA+--5,031
JP Morgan US dollar Liquidity Fund InstitutionalInvestment fundAaa-mfAAAmAAAmmf22,845
Legg Mason - Western Asset Institutional cash reservesInvestment fund-AAAmAAAmmf312,924
Total    364,345



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Financial institutionFinancial assetsRating
As of
December 31,
2023
Moody´sS&PFitchThUS$
Banco Crédito e InversionesTime depositsP-1A-2F274,459
Banco Morgan Stanley Margin CallP-1A-2F15,590
Banco Santander Time depositsP-1A-2-100,083
Banco Itaú CorpBancaTime depositsP-2A-2-372,061
Scotiabank ChileTime deposits--F1+319,128
Bank of Nova ScotiaTime depositsP-1--353,592
Sumitomo Mitsui BankingTime depositsP-1-F191,884
Total1,316,797
(b)Exchange risk
The functional currency of the company is the US dollar, due to its influence on the determination of price levels, its relation to the cost of sales and considering that a significant part of the Company’s business is conducted in this currency. However, the global nature of the Company’s business generates an exposure to exchange rate variations of several currencies with the US dollar. Therefore, the Company maintains hedge contracts to mitigate the exposure generated by its main mismatches (net between assets and liabilities) in currencies other than the US dollar against the exchange rate variation, updating these contracts periodically depending on the amount of mismatching to be covered in these currencies. Occasionally, subject to the approval of the Board, the Company ensures short-term cash flows from certain specific line items in currencies other than the US dollar.
A significant portion of the Company’s costs, especially salary payments, is associated with the Peso. Therefore, an increase or decrease in its exchange rate with the US dollar will provoke a respective decrease or increase to these accounting costs, which would be reflected in the Company’s statement income. By the first quarter of 2024, approximately US$182 million accumulated in expenses are associated with the Peso.
As of March 31, 2024, the Company held derivative instruments classified as hedges of foreign exchange risks associated with 100% of all the bond obligations denominated in UF, for a net liability fair value of US$35.39 million, this significant variation is explained primarily by the USD/CLP exchange rate observed at the end of the period. As of December 31, 2023, this value corresponds to a net asset amounting US$ 2.52 million.
Furthermore, on of March 31, 2024, the Company held derivative instruments classified as hedges of foreign exchange risks associated with 100% of all nominative term deposits in UF and in pesos, at a net liabilities fair value of US 18.96 million. As of December 31, 2023, a net assets fair value was recognized for an amount of US$18.30 million of net liabilities.
The Company contracted derivatives to hedge its exposure to cash flow variations in Australian dollars for the Mt Holland project (See note 9.5) classified as foreign exchange hedging for all the expected disbursements. The fair value of this hedge was a net liabilities of US$ 2.11 million as of March 31, 2024.
The Company had the following derivative contracts as of March 31, 2024 (at the absolute value of the sum of their notional values), to hedge the difference between its assets and liabilities: US$ 87.32 million CLP/US dollar derivative contracts, US$ 51.64 million Euro/US dollar derivative contracts, US$ 17.60 million in South African rand/US dollar derivative contracts, US$ 601.28 million in Chinese renminbi/US dollar derivative contracts, US$ 33.76 million in Australian dollar/US dollar derivative contracts and US$ 8.59 million in other currencies.
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These derivative contracts are held with domestic and foreign banks, which have the following credit ratings as of March 31, 2024.
Financial institutionFinancial assetsRating
Moody´sS&PFitch
MUFGDerivativeP-1-F1
Merrill Lynch InternationalDerivativeP-1A-2F1+
JP MorganDerivativeP-1A-2F1+
Morgan StanleyDerivativeP-1A-2F1
The Bank of Nova ScotiaDerivativeP-1A-1F1+
Banco Itaú CorpbancaDerivativeP-2A-2-
Banco de ChileDerivativeP-1A-1-
BarclaysDerivativeP-2A-2F1
HSBCDerivativeP-2A-2F1+
 
(c)Interest rate risk
Interest rate fluctuations, primarily due to the uncertain future behavior of markets, may have a material impact on the financial results of the Company. Significant increases in the rate could make it difficult to access financing at attractive rates for the Company's investment projects.
The Company maintains current and non-current financial debt at fixed rates and SOFR rate plus spread.
As of March 31, 2024, the Company has 6.9% of its financial liabilities subject to variations in the SOFR rate.

(d)Liquidity risk
Liquidity risk relates to the funds needed to comply with payment obligations. The Company’s objective is to maintain financial flexibility through a comfortable balance between fund requirements and cash flows from regular business operations, bank borrowings, bonds, short term investments and marketable securities, among others. For this purpose, the Company keeps a high liquidity ratio1, which enables it to cover current obligations with clearance. (As of March 31, 2024, this was 2.34 and 2.50 for December 31, 2023).
The Company has an important capital expense program which is subject to change over time.
On the other hand, world financial markets go through periods of contraction and expansion that are unforeseeable in the long-term and may affect The Company’s access to financial resources. Such factors may have a material adverse impact on the Company’s business, financial position and results of operations.
The Company constantly monitors the matching of its obligations with its investments, taking due care of maturities of both, from a conservative perspective, as part of this financial risk management strategy. As of March 31, 2024, the Company had unused, available revolving credit facilities with banks, for a total of US$1,385 million.




1 All current assets divided by all current liabilities.
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Cash and cash equivalents are invested in highly liquid mutual funds with an AAA risk rating.
As of March 31, 2024
(Figures expressed in millions of US dollars)
Nature of undiscounted cash flows
Carrying amountLess than 1 year1 to 5 yearsOver 5 yearsTotal
Bank borrowings1,486.541,199.9268.8062.051,530.75
Unsecured obligations2,952.95394.4638.613,667.904,700.91
Sub total4,439.491,594.30907.413,729.956,231.66
Hedging liabilities38.7810.1344.9417.0872.15
Derivative financial instruments1.221.22--1.22
Sub total40.0011.3544.9417.0873.37
Current and non-current lease liabilities (1)69.7919.4450.953.1773.56
Trade accounts payable and other accounts payable391.87391.87--391.87
Total4,941.152,016.961,003.303,750.206,770.46

(1) Leases subject to variability are not included.


As of December 31, 2023
(Figures expressed in millions of US dollars)
Nature of undiscounted cash flows
Carrying amountLess than 1 year1 to 5 yearsOver 5 yearsTotal
Bank borrowings1,464.261,117.86268.8062.051,448.71
Unsecured obligations2,999.1798.88729.562,733.923,562.36
Sub total4,463.431,216.74998.362,795.975,011.07
Hedging liabilities25.3724.1130.081.3055.49
Derivative financial instruments14.8114.81--14.81
Sub total40.1838.9230.081.3070.30
Current and non-current lease liabilities (1)75.1619.9456.453.7980.18
Trade accounts payable and other accounts payable449.63449.63--449.63
Total5,028.401,725.231,084.892,801.065,611.18
(1) Leases subject to variability are not included.

As of March 31, 2024, the nominal value of the agreed cash flows in US dollars of the CCS contracts were ThUS$ 472,072 (ThUS$ 504,393 as of December 31, 2023).
4.3     Financial risk management
The Company documents and maintains methods for qualitatively measuring the effectiveness and efficiency of financial risk management strategies. These methods are consistent with SQM Group’s risk management profile.








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Note 5    Separate information on the main office, parent entity and joint action agreements
5.1     Parent’s stand-alone assets and liabilities
Parent’s stand-alone assets and liabilities
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Assets8,803,1789,751,095
Liabilities(4,151,739)(4,220,420)
  Equity4,651,4395,530,675
5.2     Parent entity
Pursuant to Article 99 of the Securities Market Law, the CMF may determine that a company does not have a controlling entity in accordance with the distribution and dispersion of its ownership. On November 30, 2018, the CMF issued the ordinary letter No. 32,131 whereby it determined that the Pampa Group do not exert decisive power over the management of the Company since it does not have a predominance in the ownership that allows it to make management decisions. Therefore, the CMF has determined not to consider Pampa Group the controlling entity of the Company and that the Company does not have a controlling entity given its current ownership structure.













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Note 6     Board of Directors, Senior Management and Key management personnel
6.1     Remuneration of the Board of Directors and Senior Management
(a)Board of directors
SQM S.A. is managed by a Board of Directors which is composed of 8 directors, who are elected for a three-year period. The Board of Directors was elected during the ordinary shareholders’ meeting held on April 25, 2024, which included the election of 2 independent directors. Subsequent to such election, the following is the integration of the Company's committees:
Directors’ Committee: This committee is comprised by Gina Ocqueteau Tacchini, Antonio Gil Nievas and Hernán Büchi Buc, with Ms. Ocqueteau and Mr. Gil as independent members.
The Company’s Health, Safety and Environment Committee: This committee is comprised of Georges de Bourguignon, Patricio Contesse Fica and Gonzalo Guerrero Yamamoto.
Corporate Governance Committee: This committee is comprised of Patricio Contesse Fica, Hernán Büchi Buc and Xu Tieying.
During the periods covered by these financial statements, there are no pending receivable and payable balances between the Company, its directors or members of Senior Management, other than those related to remuneration, fee allowances and profit-sharing. There were no transactions between the Company, its directors and senior management between January and March 2024.
(b)Board of Directors’ Compensation
Board members’ compensation for 2024, that is from April 25, 2024 to April 26, 2025, was determined by the Annual General Shareholders Meeting held on April 25, 2024. It is as follows:
(a)The payment of a fixed, gross and monthly amount of UF 800 in favor of the Chairman of the Board of Directors, of UF 700 in favor of the vice-president of the board of directors and of UF 600 in favor of the remaining six directors and regardless of the number of Board of Directors’ Meetings held or not held during the related month.
(b)A variable gross amount payable to the Chairman and Vice President of the board of Directors, equivalent to 0.12% of net income before tax earned by the Company (the “Profit”) during the respective business year for each; and
(c)A variable gross amount payable to each Company director, excluding the Chairman and Vice President of the board of directors, equivalent to 0.06% of net income before tax earned by the Company during the respective business year.
For calculation of the variable compensation for 2024 that directors will be entitled to receive, the upper threshold will be set at 110% of the amount paid to the Company’s directors as variable compensation for the 2023 business year.
Compensation of the Board for 2023, that is from April 25, 2023 to April 25, 2024, was determined by the Annual General Shareholders Meeting held on April 25, 2023. It is as follows:
(d)The payment of a fixed, gross and monthly amount of UF 800 in favor of the Chairman of the Board of Directors, of UF 700 in favor of the vice-president of the board of directors and of UF 600 in favor of the remaining six directors and regardless of the number of Board of Directors’ Meetings held or not held during the related month.
(e)A variable gross amount payable to the Chairman and Vice President of the board of directors equivalent to 0.12% of the net liquid income that the Company effectively obtains during the respective business year for each; and
(f)A variable gross amount payable in local currency to each Company director, excluding the Chairman and Vice President of the Company, equivalent to 0.06% of the net liquid income that the Company effectively obtains during the respective business year.
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Net income for the 2023 fiscal year will be considered for the calculation of variable compensation for 2023. The amount of variable compensation for 2023 will be capped at 110% of the amount paid to the Company’s directors for variable compensation in 2022.
These fixed and variable amounts for both periods shall not be challenged and those expressed in percentage terms shall be paid immediately after the respective annual general shareholders meeting approves the financial statements, the annual report, the account inspectors report and the external auditors report for the respective year.
Accordingly, the compensation and profit sharing paid to members of the Directors' Committee and the directors as of March 31, 2024, amounted to ThUS$ 729 and as of March 31, 2023 to ThUS$ 824.
(c)Directors’ Committee compensation
Compensation for the Board of Directors is the same for both 2024 and 2023, as follows:
(a)The payment of a fixed, gross and monthly amount of UF 200 in favor of each of the 3 directors who were members of the Directors’ Committee, regardless of the number of meetings of the Directors’ Committee that have or have not been held during the month concerned.
(b)The payment in domestic currency and in favor of each of the 3 directors of a variable and gross amount equivalent to 0.02% of total net income from the respective business year 2023 business year, and 0.02% of the net income before tax obtained by the Company during the respective business year for 2024.
For calculation of the variable compensation for 2024 that directors will be entitled to receive, the upper threshold will be set at 110% of the amount paid to the Company’s directors as variable compensation for the 2023 business year.
Profit for the 2023 fiscal year will be considered for the calculation of variable compensation for 2023. The amount of variable compensation for 2023 will be capped at 110% of the amount paid to the Company’s directors for variable compensation in 2022.
These fixed and variable amounts for both periods shall not be challenged and those expressed in percentage terms shall be paid immediately after the respective annual general shareholders meeting approves the financial statements, the annual report, the account inspectors report and the external auditors report for the respective year.
(d)Health, Safety and Environmental Matters Committee:
The remuneration of this committee for the 2023 period was composed of the payment of a fixed, gross, monthly amount of UF 100 for each of the 3 directors on the committee regardless of the number of meetings it has held. For the 2024 period, this remuneration remains unchanged.
(e)Corporate Governance Committee
The remuneration for this committee for the 2023 period was composed of the payment of a fixed, gross, monthly amount of UF 100 for each of the 3 directors on the committees regardless of the number of meetings it has held. For the 2024 period, this remuneration remains unchanged.
(f)Guarantees constituted in favor of the directors
No guarantees have been constituted in favor of the directors.
(g)Senior management compensation:

(a)This includes monthly fixed salary and variable performance bonuses. (See Note 6.2)
(b)The Company has an annual bonus plan based on goal achievement and individual contribution to the Company’s results. These incentives are structured as a minimum and maximum number of gross monthly salaries and are paid once a year.
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(c)In addition, there are retention bonuses for its executives (see Note 18.6)

(h)Guarantees pledged in favor of the Company’s management
No guarantees have been pledged in favor of the Company’s management.
(i)Pensions, life insurance, paid leave, shares in earnings, incentives, disability loans, other than those mentioned in the above points.
The Company’s Management and Directors do not receive or have not received any benefit during the ended March 31, 2024 and the year ended December 31, 2023 or compensation for the concept of pensions, life insurance, paid time off, profit sharing, incentives, or benefits due to disability other than those mentioned in the preceding points.
6.2     Key management personnel compensation
As of March 31, 2024 and 2023, the number of the key management personnel is 171 and 154, respectively.
Key management personnel compensation
For the period ended March 31,
2024
For the period ended March 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Key management personnel compensation 11,07218,237
   
Please also see the description of the compensation for executives in Note 18.6.








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Note 7    Background on companies included in consolidation and non-controlling interests
7.1     Assets, liabilities and profit of consolidated subsidiaries as of and for the period ended March 31, 2024.
Subsidiaries AssetsLiabilitiesRevenueNet profit (loss)
Comprehensive income (loss)
Currents
CurrentsNon-currentsCurrentsNon-currents
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Nitratos S.A.481,870114,514
385,311
12,590
56,736
10,150
10,172
SQM Potasio S.A.2,9672,440,949
637,125
101
579
(853,675)
(854,017)
Serv. Integrales de Tránsito y Transf. S.A.3,20930,853
12,461
6,273
6,255
957
966
Isapre Norte Grande Ltda.719982
786
198
603
30
14
Ajay SQM Chile S.A.48,5372,227
28,620
943
19,683
1,211
1,211
Almacenes y Depósitos Ltda.18574
-
-
-
6
(146)
SQM Salar S.A.2,453,7252,031,548
2,478,932
306,814
554,022
(1,043,273)
(1,043,730)
SQM Industrial S.A.1,171,1451,586,223
631,993
110,277
266,991
6,606
9,415
Exploraciones Mineras S.A.8,10922,710
70
-
-
45
45
Sociedad Prestadora de Servicios de Salud Cruz del Norte S.A.421313
280
278
627
6
7
Soquimich Comercial S.A.104,03413,587
42,235
7,772
17,492
629
616
Comercial Agrorama Ltda.20522
271
9
88
5
2
Comercial Hydro S.A.4,762-
4
16
9
3
3
Agrorama S.A.11-
3,873
3
35
11
8
Orcoma SpA42313,922
12,044
59
-
(41)
(41)
Orcoma Estudio SpA7,334-
2,671
-
-
22
22
SQM MaG SPA2,345405
688
6
1,334
188
188
Sociedad Contractual Minera Búfalo4,38840,497
45,538
-
-
(171)
(171)
SQM North America Corp.200,08113,415
192,447
728
96,126
(3,309)
(3,309)
RS Agro Chemical Trading Corporation A.V.V.--
-
-
-
163
163
Nitratos Naturais do Chile Ltda.-129
2,973
-
-
461
461
SQM Corporation N.V.290123,399
3,646
-
-
(950)
(950)
SQM Ecuador S.A.35,378787
26,737
85
11,745
(81)
(81)
SQM Brasil Ltda.3401
238
2,014
-
249
249
Subtotal4,530,4786,436,557
4,508,943
448,166
1,032,325
(1,880,758)
(1,878,903)



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Subsidiaries AssetsLiabilitiesRevenueNet profit (loss)
Comprehensive income (loss)
Currents
CurrentsNon-currentsCurrentsNon-currents
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQMC Holding Corporation L.L.P.
36,030
23,095
1,357
-
-
1,339
1,339
SQM Japan Co. Ltd.
45,439
140
42,734
203
22,443
(142)
(142)
SQM Europe N.V.
702,975
6,704
336,677
3,138
336,557
(2,055)
(2,055)
SQM Indonesia S.A.
3
-
-
-
-
-
-
North American Trading Company
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
 -
SQM Virginia LLC
SQM Comercial de México S.A. de C.V.
169,648
14,543
71,418
3,762
74,331
(4,296)
(4,296)
SQM Investment Corporation N.V.
7,139
365,783
904
-
-
(4,595)
(4,595)
Royal Seed Trading Corporation A.V.V.
-
-
-
-
-
13,829
13,829
SQM Lithium Specialties LLP
 -
SQM France S.A.
345
6
114
-
-
-
-
Administración y Servicios Santiago S.A. de C.V.
130
-
414
-
-
(2)
(2)
SQM Nitratos México S.A. de C.V.
125
-
16
-
-
1
1
Soquimich European Holding B.V.
17,749
471,969
592
30
-
(3,765)
(3,765)
SQM Iberian S.A.
67,528
8,392
43,059
120
26,233
(1,599)
(1,599)
SQM Africa Pty Ltd.
56,125
3,931
41,082
1,938
14,057
(15)
(15)
SQM Oceania Pty Ltd.
7,132
-
4,650
-
1,563
(214)
(214)
SQM Beijing Commercial Co. Ltd.
1,191
-
13
-
-
(186)
(186)
SQM Thailand Limited
3,032
-
33
-
-
-
-
SQM Colombia SAS
22,678
969
19,995
1,146
6,438
(1,449)
(1,449)
SQM Shanghai Chemicals Co. Ltd.
1,135,547
297,554
823,292
 
395,558
(18,692)
(18,692)
SQM Australia Pty Ltd.
135,373
1,058,619
570,369
87,515
 
(5,936)
(5,936)
SQM Korea LLC
268,003
350
252,489
-
54,575
(27,749)
(27,749)
SQM Holland B.V.
12,339
12,243
1,807
-
5,462
(354)
(354)
Soquimich Comercial Brasil Ltda.
284
-
12
-
-
(29)
(29)
SQM Vitas Perú S.A.C.
40,077
8,327
33,633
110
-
-
-
Subtotal2,728,8922,272,6252,244,66097,962937,217(55,909)(55,909)
Total7,259,3708,709,1826,753,603546,1281,969,542(1,936,667)(1,934,812)



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Assets and, liabilities of consolidated subsidiaries as of December 31, 2023 and profit of consolidated subsidiaries for the period ended March 31, 2023.
Subsidiaries AssetsLiabilitiesRevenueNet profit (loss)
Comprehensive income (loss)
Currents
CurrentsNon-currentsCurrentsNon-currents
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Nitratos S.A.470,186116,608384,56413,92058,89810,0009,726
SQM Potasio S.A.3,0493,315,225631,60213,9423,150750,103750,663
Serv. Integrales de Tránsito y Transf. S.A.3,46631,65114,3626,3937,245693673
Isapre Norte Grande Ltda.8811,1101,0072171,3882743
Ajay SQM Chile S.A.49,1811,96330,23392118,4921,7291,729
Almacenes y Depósitos Ltda.20770---6119
SQM Salar S.A.2,616,0892,915,2542,475,895312,1912,025,351767,612767,295
SQM Industrial S.A.1,190,2291,607,194678,255113,005311,02750,09649,722
Exploraciones Mineras S.A.8,05222,71058--5959
Sociedad Prestadora de Servicios de Salud Cruz del Norte S.A.521350376305926(344)(349)
Soquimich Comercial S.A.105,50513,77843,3638,76119,9442,0222,049
Comercial Agrorama Ltda.2332831710355101104
Comercial Hydro S.A.4,760-42093535
Agrorama S.A.21-4,3533452831
Orcoma SpA46613,86311,98661-(3)(3)
Orcoma Estudio SpA7,33732,698--22
SQM MaG SPA2,23441177161,041224224
Sociedad Contractual Minera Búfalo3,38139,06642,929--(132)(132)
SQM North America Corp.219,38314,109208,5471,316133,4487,5047,504
RS Agro Chemical Trading Corporation A.V.V.6-163--(11)(11)
Nitratos Naturais do Chile Ltda.-1292,986442-(27)(27)
SQM Corporation N.V.290124,4573,645--42,35342,353
SQM Ecuador S.A.40,26882331,5828515,869(395)(395)
SQM Brasil Ltda.21812532,336-(63)(63)
Subtotal4,725,9638,218,8034,569,949473,9342,597,1881,631,6191,631,351




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Subsidiaries AssetsLiabilitiesRevenueNet profit (loss)
Comprehensive income (loss)
Currents
CurrentsNon-currentsCurrentsNon-currents
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQMC Holding Corporation L.L.P.35,84821,478897--1,1631,163
SQM Japan Co. Ltd.54,41915251,569218126,671(129)(129)
SQM Europe N.V.914,7804,807544,4323,2371,133,214163,812163,812
SQM Indonesia S.A.3------
North American Trading Company-------
SQM Virginia LLC-------
SQM Comercial de México S.A. de C.V.193,64715,08190,8714,54997,2295,2805,280
SQM Investment Corporation N.V.8,849368,918833--126,430126,430
Royal Seed Trading Corporation A.V.V.25-13,849--(17)(17)
SQM Lithium Specialties LLP-------
Comercial Caimán Internacional S.A.-----871871
SQM France S.A.3456114----
Administración y Servicios Santiago S.A. de C.V.160-442--(21)(21)
SQM Nitratos México S.A. de C.V.123-16--77
Soquimich European Holding B.V.17,884475,95952430-167,870167,870
SQM Iberian S.A.55,9787,42928,93313435,701(90)(90)
SQM Africa Pty Ltd.56,6634,27241,6392,24516,5031,3561,356
SQM Oceania Pty Ltd.6,132-3,437-1,5835454
SQM Beijing Commercial Co. Ltd.1,916-58--(232)(232)
SQM Thailand Limited3,032-33----
SQM Colombia SAS26,33893822,2031,1198,663(1,730)(1,730)
SQM Shanghai Chemicals Co. Ltd.1,013,923308,158693,580-613,336(56,520)(56,520)
SQM International NV----45,3742,3662,366
SQM Australia Pty Ltd.129,1761,033,001514,27494,281-(1,960)(1,146)
SQM Korea LLC291,479750248,616-44,324(503)(503)
SQM Holland B.V.11,69212,7971,360-5,826(489)(489)
Soquimich Comercial Brasil Ltda.-------
Subtotal2,822,4122,253,7462,257,680105,8132,128,424407,518408,332
Total7,548,37510,472,5496,827,629579,7474,725,6122,039,1372,039,683


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7.2 Non-controlling interests
Subsidiary% of interests in the ownership held by non-controlling interestsProfit (loss) attributable to non-controlling interests for the period endedEquity, non-controlling interests for the period endedDividends paid to non-controlling interests for the period ended

As of March 31,
2024

As of March 31,
2023
As of March 31,
2024
As of March 31,
2023
As of March 31,
2024
As of March 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Potasio S.A.0.0000001%------
Ajay SQM Chile S.A.49.00000%59484710,3899,833607-
Soquimich Comercial S.A.39.36168%24779626,61426,203-796
Comercial Agrorama Ltda.30.00000%---1--
SQM Indonesia S.A.20.00000%------
SQM Thailand Limited0.00200%------
Total8411,64337,00336,037607796









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Note 8 Equity-accounted investees
8.1     Investments in associates recognized according to the equity method of accounting
As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, in accordance with criteria established in Note 2:
AssociatesEquity-accounted investeesShare in income of associates accounted for using the equity methodShare in other comprehensive income of associates accounted for using the equity methodShare in total other comprehensive income of associates accounted for using the equity method
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
March 31,
2023
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
March 31,
2023
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
March 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Ajay North America20,02317,6571,6171,429--1,6171,429
Ajay Europe SARL9,9097,7229351,110(317)1966181,306
SAS Adionics19,07719,514(397)-(122)-(519)-
Electric Era Technologies Inc.3,0003,000------
Altilium Metals Ltd.12,0007,620------
Salinity Solutions Ltd.1,285----
Total65,294                    55,5132,1552,539(439)1961,7162,735



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AssociateDescription of the nature of the relationshipAddressCountry of incorporationShare of ownership in associatesDividends received for the period ending
  March 31,
 2024
March 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Abu Dhabi Fertilizer Industries WWLDistribution and commercialization of specialty plant nutrients in the Middle East.PO Box 71871, Abu DhabiUnited Arab Emirates37%--
Ajay North AmericaProduction and distribution of iodine and iodine derivatives.1400 Industry RD Power Springs GA 30129United States of America49%-1,003
Ajay Europe SARLProduction and distribution of iodine and iodine derivatives.Z.I. du Grand Verger BP 227 53602 Evron CedexFrance50%--
SAS AdionicsLithium extraction, salt separation, water treatment for production and lithium cleaning.17 bis Avenue des Andes Les Ulis, 91940France20%--
Electric Era Technologies, Inc.Electric vehicle charging infrastructure, smart grid, renewable technology, demand management, battery storage.
3257 17th Ave W Suite 101 Seattle, Washington 98119.
United States of America6.82%--
Altilium Metals Ltd.Production of battery-ready cathode materials from electric vehicle batteries.Phase 2 Room 205 Davy Road, Derrifod, Plymouth.United Kingdom11%--
Salinity Solutions Ltd.Batch reverse osmosis, water desalination for dissolved solids.UK, 21 The Point, 100 Cheapside, DigbethUnited Kingdom14.86%--
Total-1,003

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8.2 Assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses of associates
AssociateAs of March 31, 2024For the period ended March 31, 2024
AssetsLiabilitiesRevenueNet income (loss)Other comprehensive incomeComprehensive income
CurrentNon-currentCurrentNon-current
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Ajay North America33,51516,4029,056-23,4363,300-3,300
Ajay Europe SARL30,5713,19813,951-21,4151,870(633)1,237
SAS Adionics22,60111,14210,049-526(1,986)(612)(2,598)
Total86,68730,74233,056-45,3773,184(1,245)1,939

AssociateAs of December 31, 2023For the period ended March 31, 2023
AssetsLiabilitiesRevenueNet income (loss)Other comprehensive incomeComprehensive income
CurrentNon-currentCurrentNon-current
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Ajay North America26,28016,3076,553-18,1432,917-2,917
Ajay Europe SARL27,2633,19715,015-21,7192,22152,226
SAS Adionics19,64512,2945,141917----
Total73,18831,79826,70991739,8625,13855,143
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8.3     Disclosures regarding interests in associates
(a) Transactions for the period ended March 31, 2024:
During the first quarter of 2024, the Company made a new investment in Altilium Metals Ltd in the amount of ThUS$4,380, completing an investment of ThUS$12,000, increasing its shareholding to 11% in this associate. The Company maintains a director, specific rights over share transfers, and first refusal rights in future capital increases.
During the first quarter of 2024, the Company made a contribution of ThUS$1,285 to acquire a 14.86% share in Salinity Solutions Ltd. The Company maintains a director, specific rights over share transfers, and first refusal rights in future capital increases.

(b) Transactions for the period ended December 31, 2023
During the second quarter of 2023, the Company received dividends from Abu Dhabi Fertilizer Industries WWL totaling ThUS$ 633, which were presented under "Other gains (losses).
During the third quarter of 2023, the Company invested ThUS$20,383 to acquire a 20% interest in Adionics Société par actions simplifiée.
During the third quarter of 2023, the Company invested ThUS$7,620 to acquire a 3% interest in Altilium Metals Ltd., and ThUS$3,000 to acquire a 6.82% interest in Electric Era Technologies Inc. The Company has the right to appoint a director, specific rights over share transfers, and first refusal rights in future capital increases.



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Note 9 Joint Ventures
9.1     Investment in joint ventures accounted for under the equity method of accounting.
Joint VentureEquity-accounted investeesShare in income (loss) of joint ventures accounted for using the equity methodShare on other comprehensive income joint ventures accounted for using the equity methodShare on total comprehensive income of joint ventures accounted for using the equity method
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
March 31,
2023
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
March 31,
2023
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
March 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Vitas Fzco. (1)8,26019,490(1,747)(2,186)(577)698(2,324)(1,488)
Pavoni & C. Spa7,8067,8707272(111)59(39)131
Covalent Lithium Pty Ltd. (*)--(512)-(132)860(644)860
Pirra Lithium Pty Ltd.3,5443,544------
Total19,61030,904(2,187)(2,114)(820)1,617(3,007)(497)
(*) Equity method investments with a negative value are presented under "Other non-current provisions" and total ThUS$ 1,127.






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(a)The amounts shown in the following table represent those used in the recognition of the equity method for SQM Vitas Fzco:

Joint VentureEquity-accounted investeesShare in income (loss) of joint ventures accounted for using the equity method, for the period endedShare on other comprehensive income of joint ventures accounted for using the equity method, for the period endedShare on total comprehensive income of joint ventures accounted for using the equity method, for the period ended
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
March 31,
2023
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
March 31,
2023
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
March 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Vitas Brasil Agroindustria (**)---(10,382)---(10,382)
SQM Vitas Perú S.A.C. (***)-2,488866(177)--866(177)
Total-2,488866(10,559)--866(10,559)

Joint ventureDescription of the nature of the relationshipDomicileCountry of incorporationShare of interest in ownershipDividends received for the year ending
As of
 March 31, 2024
As of
March 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Vitas Fzco.Production and commercialization of specialty plant, animal nutrition and industrial hygiene.Jebel ALI Free Zone P.O. Box 18222, DubaiUnited Arab Emirates50%12,500-
Pavoni & C. SpaProduction of specialty fertilizers and others for distribution in Italy and other countries.Corso Italia 172, 95129 Catania (CT), SiciliaItaly50%--
Covalent Lithium Pty Ltd.Development and operation of the Mt Holland Lithium project, which will include the construction of a lithium extraction and refining mine.L18, 109 St Georges Tce Perth WA 6000 |PO Box Z5200 St Georges Tce Perth WA 6831Australia50%--
SQM Vitas Brasil Agroindustria (**)Production and trading of specialty vegetable and animal nutrition and industrial hygiene.Via Cndeias, Km. 01 Sem Numero, Lote 4, Bairro Cia Norte, Candeias, Bahia.Brazil0%--
SQM Vitas Perú S.A.C. (***)Production and trading of specialty vegetable and animal nutrition and industrial hygiene.Av. Juan de Arona 187, Torre B, Oficina 301-II, San Isidro, LimaPeru0%--
Pirra Lithium Pty Ltd.Exploration and development of lithium assets.Suite 12, 11 Ventnor Avenue, West Perth, WA 6605.Australia40%--
Total      12,500-
(**) As of December 31, 2023, the investment in SQM Vitas Brasil Agroindustria was sold.
(***) As of March 27, 2024, the investment in SQM Vitas Peru S.A.C was sold. As of December 31, 2023, Vitas Fzco’s share in SQM Vitas Peru was 50%.

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9.2     Assets, liabilities, revenue and expenses from joint ventures
Joint VentureAs of March 31, 2024For the period ended March 31, 2024
AssetsLiabilitiesRevenueNet income (loss) Other comprehensive incomeComprehensive income
CurrentNon-currentCurrentNon-current
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Vitas Fzco. (*)19,203-2,683--(3,494)(1,099)(4,593)
SQM Vitas Perú S.A.C. (*)----17,6721,731-1,731
Pavoni & C. Spa (*)12,4466,2268,6787916,341144(221)(77)
Covalent Lithium Pty Ltd.5,6701,3304,4554,799-(1,024)264(760)
Pirra Lithium Pty Ltd.--------
Total37,3197,55615,8165,59024,013(2,643)(1,056)(3,699)

Joint VentureAs of December 31, 2023For the period ended March 31, 2023
AssetsLiabilitiesRevenueNet income (loss) Other comprehensive incomeComprehensive income
CurrentNon-currentCurrentNon-current
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Vitas Fzco. (*)34,056-52--75-75
SQM Vitas Brasil Agroindustria (*)----26,887(4,095)245(3,850)
SQM Vitas Perú S.A.C. (*)40,3278,95436,89822012,086(354)-(354)
Pavoni & C. Spa (*)11,8796,4078,1468145,15714454198
Covalent Lithium Pty Ltd.6,9802,6027,1064,009--1,6281,628
Pirra Lithium Pty Ltd.--------
Total93,24217,96352,2025,04344,130(4,230)1,927(2,303)

(*) The financial figures figures exclude consolidation adjustments (unrealized gains and losses).
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9.3     Other Joint Venture disclosures
Joint VentureCash and cash equivalentsOther current financial liabilitiesOther non-current financial liabilities
As of
 March 31,
 2024
As of
 December 31,
 2023
As of
 March 31,
 2024
As of
 December 31,
 2023
As of
 March 31,
 2024
As of
 December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Vitas Fzco.13,18028,012----
SQM Vitas Brasil Agroindustria------
SQM Vitas Perú S.A.C. -2,318----
Pavoni & C. Spa5948381,4622,043--
Covalent Lithium Pty Ltd.2,9381,865----
Total16,71233,0331,4622,043--

Joint VentureDepreciation and amortization expense for the period endingInterest expense for the period endingIncome tax benefit (expense) for the period ending
As of
 March 31,
 2024
As of
 March 31,
 2023
As of
 March 31,
 2024
As of
 March 31,
 2023
As of
 March 31,
 2024
As of
 March 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Vitas Fzco.------
SQM Vitas Brasil Agroindustria---(160)--
SQM Vitas Perú S.A.C. (109)(89)(70)(7)(342)(171)
Pavoni & C. Spa2(27)(95)(134)(72)(100)
Covalent Lithium Pty Ltd.(79)(42)(6)(6)(1,406)-
Total(186)(158)(171)(307)(1,820)(271)


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9.4     Disclosure of interests in joint ventures
(a)Transactions in 2024

Con On March 27, 2024, the joint venture SQM Vitas Fzco sold 100% of its shares in SQM Vitas Perú S.A.C. The sale was for ThUS$ 10,116, generating a loss of ThUS$ 4,975 recognized in the caption “other gains (losses)”.

During the first quarter of 2024, the share percentage in Pirra Lithium Pty Ltd increased to 40%.

(b)Operaciones efectuadas en el año 2023

On December 19, 2023, the joint venture SQM Vitas Fzco sold its 100% interest in SQM Vitas Brasil, generating an effect on the consolidated financial statements of a loss of ThUS$2.6. Prior to the sale of Vitas Brasil, Vitas Brasil distributed dividends to SQM Vitas Fzco for ThUS$14,282. Subsequently, in 2024 SQM Vitas Fzco distributed and paid dividends to the Company in the amount of ThUS$12,500.

During the fourth quarter of 2023, the Company made an investment of ThUS$3,544 in Pirra Lithium Pty Ltd with an equity interest of 37.5%. The Company has the right to nominate a director and anti-dilution rights in terms of its shareholding. In addition, it has the right to nominate a member of the technical committee in charge of exploration plans and budgets.


On December 19, 2023, the SQM Vitas Fzco joint venture made an agreement with the Company to purchase 50% of the SQM Vitas Peru joint venture, which will be completed during the second quarter of 2024 for approximately US$5 subject to compliance with certain regulatory requirements.
9.5     Joint Operations
In 2017, the Company acquired 50% of assets of the Mt Holland lithium project in Western Australia. The Mt Holland lithium project consists of designing, constructing and operating a mine, concentrator and refinery to produce lithium hydroxide.
As of March 31, 2024, a total of US$752.1 million has been contributed to the Mt Holland lithium project. The revised investment budget for this project considers an outstanding investment balance of US$92.5 million.






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Note 10     Cash and cash equivalents
10.1     Types of cash and cash equivalents
As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, cash and cash equivalents are detailed as follows:
Cash
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31, 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Cash on hand2133
Cash in banks837,934 676,282
Other demand deposits -  709
Total Cash837,955677,024

Cash equivalents
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31, 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Short-term deposits, classified as cash equivalents134,52223,545
Short-term investments, classified as cash equivalents343,260340,800
Total cash equivalents477,782364,345
Total cash and cash equivalents1,315,7371,041,369
10.2     Short-term investments, classified as cash equivalents
As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, the short-term investments classified as cash equivalents relate to mutual funds (investment liquidity funds) for investments in:
Institution
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31, 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Legg Mason - Western Asset Institutional Cash Reserves 297,504  312,924
JP Morgan US dollar Liquidity Fund Institutional 41,634  22,845
Banco Crédito e Inversiones 4,122 5,031
Total343,260340,800

Short-term investments are highly liquid mutual funds that are basically invested in short-term fixed rate notes in the U.S. and in Chile market.











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10.3     Amount restricted cash balances
The Company has granted a guarantee consisting of financial instruments, specified in deposits, custody and administration to Banco de Chile, for its subsidiary Isapre Norte Grande Ltda., in compliance with the provisions of the Superintendence of Health, which regulates social security health institutions.
According to the regulations of the Superintendence of Health, this guarantee is for the total payable to its affiliates and medical providers. Banco de Chile reports the current value of the guarantee to the Superintendence of Health and Isapre Norte Grande Ltda. on a daily basis.
As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023 pledged assets are as follows:
Restricted cash balances
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$
ThUS$
Isapre Norte Grande Ltda. 862950
Total862950
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10.4     Short-term deposits, classified as cash equivalents
The detail at the end of each balance date is as follows:
Receiver of the depositType of depositOriginal Currency
Interest
Rate
Placement dateExpiration datePrincipalInterest accrued to-date
As of
March 31,
 2024
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Banco Crédito e InversionesFixed termDollar0.66%02-16-202404-01-20242,000132,013
Banco Crédito e InversionesFixed termDollar1.07%01-24-202404-01-20241,000111,011
Banco de ChileFixed termDollar0.70%13-03-202404-29-20243,600103,610
Banco SantanderFixed termDollar1.04%02-20-202404-30-20241,40081,408
Banco SantanderFixed termDollar0.70%03-18-202405-02-20241,20021,202
Banco SantanderFixed termDollar1.01%02-22-202404-29-20245003503
Banco SantanderFixed termDollar0.36%03-15-202404-08-20245,300135,313
Banco SantanderFixed termDollar1.10%02-07-202404-18-202450,00042050,420
Banco SantanderFixed termDollar1.21%02-07-202404-25-202450,00042050,420
Itaú CorpbancaFixed termDollar0.48%03-28-202404-29-20243,00013,001
Itaú CorpbancaFixed termDollar0.99%02-27-202405-02-20248004804
Itaú CorpbancaFixed termDollar1.25%02-09-202404-30-20241,400111,411
Itaú CorpbancaFixed termDollar0.68%03-08-202404-22-20241,00031,003
Itaú CorpbancaFixed termPeso0.14%03-28-202404-04-20242,75022,752
Scotiabank ChileFixed termDollar0.54%03-25-202404-29-20242,00022,002
Scotiabank ChileFixed termDollar0.92%02-14-202404-15-20241,500101,510
Scotiabank ChileFixed termDollar0.61%03-21-202404-30-20243,00053,005
Scotiabank ChileFixed termDollar0.60%03-22-202404-30-20241,50021,502
Scotiabank ChileFixed termPeso0.14%03-25-202404-01-20241,63021,632
Total133,580942134,522















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Receiver of the depositType of depositOriginal Currency
Interest
Rate
Placement dateExpiration datePrincipalInterest accrued to-date
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Banco SantanderFixed termDollar0.39%12-11-202301-05-20245,00016 5,016
Banco SantanderFixed termDollar0.28%12-21-202301-08-20241,3002 1,302
Banco Crédito e InversionesFixed termDollar0.80%12-28-202302-16-20241,000- 1,000
Itaú CorpbancaFixed termDollar0.27%12-18-202301-05-20243,0006 3,006
Itaú CorpbancaFixed termDollar0.54%12-04-202301-08-20242,0008 2,008
Scotiabank ChileFixed termDollar0.45%12-18-202301-16-20242,7005 2,705
Scotiabank ChileFixed termDollar0.23%12-20-202301-04-20242,2004 2,204
Scotiabank ChileFixed termPeso0.16%12-29-202301-05-20241,1401 1,141
Scotiabank ChileFixed termDollar0.78%12-13-202301-31-20247002 702
Banco de ChileFixed termDollar0.70%12-27-202302-09-20241,8501 1,851
Banco de ChileFixed termDollar1.02%12-04-202302-05-20241,3006 1,306
Banco de ChileFixed termDollar0.77%12-14-202301-31-20241,3004 1,304
Total23,490 55 23,545






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Note 11    Inventories
The composition of inventory at each period-end is as follows:
Type of inventory
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Raw material40,79661,098
Production supplies88,00277,810
Products-in-progress692,366744,217
Finished product935,603891,469
Total1,756,7671,774,594
As of March 31, 2024, the Company held caliche stockpiles, solutions in solar ponds and intermediary salts amounting ThUS$ 462,790 and as of December 31, 2023 was ThUS$ 503,318 (including products in progress), As of March 31, 2024, bulk inventories recognized within work in progress were ThUS$ 223,195, while as of December 31, 2023 this value amounted to ThUS$ 221,559.
As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, bulk inventories recognized within finished goods were ThUS$ 145,321 and ThUS$ 164,029, respectively.
As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, recognized inventory allowances recognized, amounted to ThUS$ 112,226 and ThUS$ 133,768, respectively, For finished and in-process products, recognized allowances include the provision associated with the lower value of stock (considers lower realizable value, uncertain future use, reprocessing costs of off-specification products, etc.), provision for inventory differences and the provision for potential errors in the determination of inventories (e.g., errors in topography, grade, moisture, etc.). (See Note 3,15).
For raw materials, supplies, materials and parts, the lower value provision was associated to the proportion of defective materials and potential differences.
The breakdown of inventory allowances is detailed as follows:
Type of inventory
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Raw material and supplies for production4,5257,724
Products-in-progress85,891104,970
Finished product21,81021,074
Total112,226133,768

The Company has not pledged inventory as collateral for the periods indicated above.
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As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, movements in provisions are detailed as follows:
Reconciliation
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Beginning balance133,768104,057
Increase in Lower Value(20,702)32,926
Additional provision for differences in inventories -455
Provision used(840)(3,670)
Total changes(21,542)29,711
Final balance112,226133,768

For further details, see accounting policy for inventory measurement in Note 3.15
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Note 12     Related party disclosures
12.1     Related party disclosures
Balances pending at period-end are not guaranteed, accrue no interest and are settled in cash, no guarantees have been delivered or received for trade and other receivables due from related parties or trade and other payables due to related parties.
12.2     Relationships between the parent and the entity
Pursuant to Article 99 of Law of the Securities Market Law, the CMF may determine that a company does not have a controlling entity in accordance with the distribution and dispersion of its ownership. On November 30, 2018, the CMF issued the ordinary letter No. 32,131 whereby it determined that Pampa Group, do not exert decisive power over the management of the Company since it does not have a predominance in the ownership that allows it to make management decisions. Therefore, the CMF has determined not to consider Pampa Group as the controlling entity of the Company and that the Company does not have a controlling entity given its current ownership structure.

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12.3     Detailed identification of related parties and subsidiaries        
As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the detail of entities that are identified as subsidiaries or related parties of the SQM Group is as follows:
Tax ID NoNameCountry of originFunctional currencyNature
ForeignNitratos Naturais Do Chile Ltda.BrazilDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM North America Corp.United States of AmericaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Europe N.V. (4)BelgiumDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSoquimich European Holding B.V.NetherlandsDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Corporation N.V.CuracaoDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Comercial De México S.A. de C.V.MexicoDollarSubsidiary
ForeignNorth American Trading CompanyUnited States of AmericaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignAdministración y Servicios Santiago S.A. de C.V.MexicoDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Perú S.A. (2)PeruDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Ecuador S.A.EcuadorDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Nitratos Mexico S.A. de C.V.MexicoDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQMC Holding Corporation L.L.P.United States of AmericaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Investment Corporation N.V.Curacao DollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Brasil LimitadaBrazilDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM France S.A.FranceDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Japan Co. Ltd.JapanDollarSubsidiary
ForeignRoyal Seed Trading Corporation A.V.V.ArubaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Oceania Pty LimitedAustraliaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignRs Agro-Chemical Trading Corporation A.V.V.ArubaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Indonesia S.A.IndonesiaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Virginia L.L.C.United States of AmericaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignComercial Caimán Internacional S.A. (3)PanamaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM África Pty. Ltd.South AfricaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Colombia SASColombiaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Internacional N.V. BelgiumDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM (Shanghai) Chemicals Co. Ltd.ChinaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Lithium Specialties LLCUnited States of AmericaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Iberian S.A.SpainDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Beijing Commercial Co. Ltd.ChinaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Thailand Limited ThailandDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Australia PTYAustraliaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Holland B.V.NetherlandsDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Korea LLC South KoreaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSoquimich Comercial Brasil Ltda (5)BrazilDollarSubsidiary
96.801.610-5Comercial Hydro S.A.ChileDollarSubsidiary
96.651.060-9SQM Potasio S.A.ChileDollarSubsidiary
96.592.190-7SQM Nitratos S.A.ChileDollarSubsidiary
96.592.180-KAjay SQM Chile S.A.ChileDollarSubsidiary
79.947.100-0SQM Industrial S.A.ChileDollarSubsidiary
79.906.120-1Isapre Norte Grande Ltda.ChilePesoSubsidiary
79.876.080-7Almacenes y Depósitos Ltda.ChilePesoSubsidiary
 

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Tax ID NoNameCountry of originFunctional currencyNature
79.770.780-5Servicios Integrales de Tránsitos y Transferencias S.A.ChileDollarSubsidiary
79.768.170-9Soquimich Comercial S.A.ChileDollarSubsidiary
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.ChileDollarSubsidiary
76.534.490-5Sociedad Prestadora de Servicios de Salud Cruz del Norte S.A.ChilePesoSubsidiary
76.425.380-9Exploraciones Mineras S.A.ChileDollarSubsidiary
76.064.419-6Comercial Agrorama Ltda.ChilePesoSubsidiary
76.145.229-0Agrorama S.A.ChilePesoSubsidiary
76.359.919-1Orcoma Estudios SPAChileDollarSubsidiary
76.360.575-2Orcoma SPAChileDollarSubsidiary
76.686.311-9SQM MaG SpAChileDollarSubsidiary
77.114.779-8Sociedad Contractual Minera BúfaloChileDollarSubsidiary
ForeignBlue Energy Business and Trade (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. (7)ChinaDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSoquimich Comercial Brasil Ltda.BrazilDollarSubsidiary
ForeignSQM Vitas Perú S.A.C. (1)PeruDollarSubsidiary
ForeignAjay North AmericaUnited States of AmericaDollarAssociate
ForeignAbu Dhabi Fertilizer Industries WWLUnited Arab EmiratesArab Emirates dirhamAssociate
ForeignAjay Europe SARLFranceEuroAssociate
ForeignElectronic era Technologies Inc.United States of AmericaDollarAssociate
ForeignAltilium Metals Ltd.United KingdomPound SterlingAssociate
ForeignSAS AdionicsFranceEuroAssociate
ForeignPirra Lithium Pty Ltd.AustraliaAustralian DollarAssociate
ForeignSalinity Solutions Ltd.United States of AmericaDollarAssociate
ForeignSQM Vitas FzcoUnited Arab EmiratesArab Emirates dirhamJoint venture
ForeignCovalent Lithium Pty Ltd.AustraliaDollarJoint venture
ForeignPavoni & C, SPAItalyEuroJoint venture
96.511.530-7Sociedad de Inversiones Pampa CalicheraChileDollarOther related parties
96.529.340-KNorte Grande S.A.ChilePesoOther related parties
ForeignSQM Vitas Brasil Agroindustria (6)BrazilBrazilian realOther related parties
 
(a)On March 27, 2024, the Company acquired 100% of shares in SQM Vitas Perú S.A.C. as a subsidiary. As of December 31, 2023, this Company was a subsidiary of the joint venture SQM Vitas Fzco.
(b)This Company was liquidated in December 2022.
(c)This Company was liquidated in March 2023.
(d)On July 1, 2023, SQM Europe N.V. absorbed SQM International N.V.
(e)This new company was incorporated on December 11, 2023.
(f)This company was sold on December 19, 2023.
(g)This new company was incorporated on March 21, 2024.
(h)This Company was liquidated during the first quarter of 2024.
(i)This Company was liquidated during the first quarter of 2024.




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The following other related parties correspond to mining contractual corporations.
Tax ID No.NameCountry of originFunctional currencyRelationship
N/ASociedad Contractual Minera Pampa UniónChilePesoOther related parties
 
Below is a list of transactions with clients and suppliers with whom a relationship with key Company personnel was identified:
Tax ID NoNameCountry of originNature
90.193.000-7El Mercurio S.A.P.ChileOther related parties
92.580.000-7Empresa Nacional de Telecomunicaciones S.A.ChileOther related parties
96.806.980-2Entel PCS Telecomunicaciones S.A.ChileOther related parties
97.004.000-5Banco de ChileChileOther related parties
99.012.000-5Compañía de Seguros de Vida Consorcio NacionalChileOther related parties
65.614.340-1Corporación Endeavor ChileChileOther related parties
82.135.600-8Instituto Chileno administración empresas ChileOther related parties
    






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12.4     Detail of related parties and related party transactions
Transactions between the Company and its subsidiaries, associated businesses, joint ventures and other related parties are part of the Company's common transactions. Their conditions are those customary for this type of transactions in respect of terms and market prices. Maturity terms for each case vary by virtue of the transaction giving rise to them.
For the period ended March 31, 2024, and 2023, the detail of significant transactions with related parties is as follows:
Tax ID NoNameNatureCountry of originTransactionAs of
March 31,
2024
As of
March 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
ForeignAjay Europe S.A.R.L.AssociateFranceSale of products9,70712,326
ForeignAjay North America LL.C.AssociateUnited States of AmericaSale of products11,9408,262
ForeignAjay North America LL.C.AssociateUnited States of AmericaDividends-1,003
ForeignSQM Vitas Brasil Agroindustria Other related partiesBrazilSale of products5,99115,460
ForeignSQM Vitas Perú S.A.C.Other related partiesPeruSale of products6,51523
ForeignPavoni & CPAJoint ventureItalySale of products2,0911,430
ForeignSQM Vitas FzcoJoint ventureUnited Arab EmiratesDividends12,500-
ChileBanco de ChileOther related partiesChileService Provider(13,030)(13,537)
ChileEl Mercurio S.A.P.Other related partiesChileService Provider(45)(5)
ChileCompañía de Seguros de Vida Consorcio NacionalOther related partiesChileService Provider(7)(8)
ChileEntel PCS Telecomunicaciones S.A.Other related partiesChileService Provider(107)(39)
ChileEmpresa Nacional de TelecomunicacionesOther related partiesChileService Provider(114)(904)
ChileInstituto Chileno administración empresasOther related partiesChileService Provider-(27)
ChileCorporación Endeavor ChileOther related partiesChileService Provider(18)(40)
 




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12.5     Trade receivables due from related parties, current:
Tax ID NoNameNatureCountry of originCurrency
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
ForeignAjay Europe S.A.R.L.AssociateFranceEuro9,0188,932
ForeignAjay North America LL.C.AssociateUnited States of AmericaDollar7,0884,393
96.511.530-7Soc. de Inversiones Pampa CalicheraOther related partiesChileDollar45
ForeignSQM Vitas Perú S.A.C.Other related partiesPeruDollar-27,115
ForeignSQM Vitas Fzco.Joint ventureUnited Arab Emirates Arab Emirates dirham-232
ForeignPavoni & C. SpAJoint ventureItalyEuro3,3682,576
Total19,47843,253

As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, receivables are net of provision for ThUS$ 496 and ThUS$ 800, respectively.

12.6     Current trade payables due to related:
Tax ID NoNameNatureCountry of originCurrency
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
ForeignCovalent Lithium Pty Ltd.Joint ventureAustraliaAustralian dollar1,1332,346
ForeignSQM Vitas FzcoJoint ventureUnited Arab EmiratesDollar5,763-
Total6,8962,346

12.7     Other disclosures:
Note 6 describes the remuneration of the board of directors, administration and key management personnel.
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Note 13 Financial instruments
13.1     Types of other current and non-current financial assets
Description of other financial assets
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Financial assets at amortized cost (1)939,0641,316,797
Derivative financial instruments  
   - For hedging18,9558,527
   - Non-hedging (2)6,787519
Total other current financial assets964,8061,325,843
Financial assets at fair value through other comprehensive income (4)218,938232,268
Derivative financial instruments
   - For hedging1,27315,993
Other financial assets at amortized cost 2020
Total other non-current financial assets220,231248,281
Institution
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Banco de Crédito e Inversiones50,99374,459
Banco Consorcio31,835-
Banco Morgan Stanley (3)13,6705,590
Banco Santander 171,758100,083
Banco Itaú CorpBanca169,692372,061
BTG Pactual24,633-
Scotiabank Chile121,926319,128
Bank of Nova Scotia354,557353,592
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking-91,884
Total939,0641,316,797
(a)Corresponds to term deposits whose maturity date is greater than 90 days and less than 360 days from the investment date constituted in the aforementioned financial institutions.
(b)Correspond to forwards and options that were not classified as hedging instruments (See detail in Note 13.3).
(c)As of March 31, 2024, collateral guarantees total ThUS$ 13,670, which are related to hedging derivative instruments. As December 31, 2023 there are collateral guarantees recorded for ThUS$5,590.
(d)During the first quarter of 2023, the Company made an investment of ThUS$13,480 to acquire a 19.99% interest in Azure Minerals Limited (a company listed on the Australian Stock Exchange). In the third and fourth quarter, the Company made additional investments of ThUS$12,904 and ThUS$4,317, respectively, to maintain its percentage of ownership. As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the Company has exercised no significant influence over this entity and therefore it has been irrevocably recognized as a financial instrument at fair value through other comprehensive income. The impact on other comprehensive income from this investment is ThUS$123,628, net of tax. Further details can be found in note 28.2 letter d).
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13.2     Trade and other receivables
Trade and other receivables As of March 31, 2024As of December 31, 2023
CurrentNon-currentTotalCurrentNon-currentTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Trade receivables, current 794,404-794,404784,422-784,422
Prepayments, current94,507-94,50774,630-74,630
Other receivables, current12,8431,90414,74718,1632,55920,722
Guarantee deposits (1)29,134-29,13429,966-29,966
Total trade and other receivables930,8881,904932,792907,1812,559909,740
See discussion about credit risk in Note 4.2.
Trade and other receivables As of March 31, 2024As of December 31, 2023
Gross receivablesImpairment provision for doubtful receivablesTrade receivables, netGross receivablesImpairment provision for doubtful receivablesTrade receivables, net
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Trade receivables, current 797,780(3,376)794,404787,667(3,245)784,422
Prepayments, current95,291(784)94,50775,414(784)74,630
Other receivables, current15,661(2,818)12,84321,209(3,046)18,163
Guarantee deposits (1)29,134-29,13429,966-29,966
Other receivables, non-current1,904-1,9042,559-2,559
Total trade and other receivables939,770(6,978)932,792916,815(7,075)909,740
(1) During the third quarter of 2022, the Company signed an agreement for an option to potentially acquire a battery-grade lithium hydroxide monohydrate plant with a production capacity of approximately 20,000 tons per year from lithium sulfate salts. In addition, the transaction secures rights to adjacent land for future expansion.
The acquisition cost totals CNY 869 million (ThUS$ 119,575) from which a deposit was paid in advance amounting CNY 204.5 million (ThUS$ 28,152) in the first quarter of 2023. The disbursement of the remaining amounts is subject to compliance with various conditions. The Company´s payments would be backed by various guarantees granted by the seller and any failure to fulfil the conditions required by the contract would be considered a material breach of contract, giving the Company the right to demand the restitution of the amounts already paid.
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As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the renegotiated portfolio represented 0% of total trade receivables.

(a)Impairment provision for doubtful receivables

As of March 31, 2024
Trade and other receivablesTrade accounts receivable days past dueTradeTrade receivables due from related parties
Current1 to 30 days31 to 60 days61 to 90 daysOver 90 days
ThUS$ThUS$
Expected Loss Rate on0%1%6%21%33%--
Total Gross Book Value759,03925,9227,5063334,980797,78019,974
Impairment Estimate1,039205415701,6473,376496
        

As of December 31, 2023
Trade and other receivablesTrade accounts receivable days past dueTradeTrade receivables due from related parties
Current1 to 30 days31 to 60 days61 to 90 daysOver 90 days
ThUS$ThUS$
Expected Loss Rate on0%2%7%2%39%--
Total Gross Book Value758,78118,7322,6843,5093,961787,66744,053
Impairment Estimate1,007422197671,5523,245800
        
As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, movements in provisions are as follows:
Provisions
As of
 March 31,
 2024
As of
 December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Impairment provision of Accounts receivable at the beginning of the year7,87510,193
Decrease impairment of accounts receivable (576)(202)
Write-off of receivables-(1,351)
Difference in exchange rate175(765)
Impairment provision of Accounts Receivable Provision at the end of the year7,4747,875
The allowance for impairment of accounts receivable is analyzed below
Trade and other Receivables Provision3,3763,245
Current Other Receivables Provision3,6023,830
Trade receivables with related parties, current Provision496800
   
Impairment provision of Accounts Receivable7,4747,875
  


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13.3     Hedging assets and liabilities
The balance represents derivative financial instruments measured at fair value which have been classified as hedges for exchange and interest rate risks relating to the total obligations with the public associated with bonds in UF and investments in Chilean pesos. (See more detail in Note 4.2 b).

As of March 31, 2024Assets LiabilitiesTotal RealizedHedging Reserve in Gross Equity
Type of Instrument: Cross currency interest rate swaps and Forwards    
Cash flow hedge derivatives    
Short term18,9557,910--
Long term1,27328,757--
Subtotal20,22836,667(16,514)75
Type of Instrument: Forwards  
Non-hedging derivatives disbursement SQM Australia Pty
  
Short term-277--
Long term-1,833-(2,110)
Subtotal-2,110-(2,110)
Underlying Investments Hedge20,22838,777(16,514)(2,035)
Type of Instrument: Forwards/Options    
Non-hedge derivatives with effect on income    
Short term6,7871,225--
Underlying Investments Hedge6,7871,22520,309-
Total Instruments27,01540,0023,795(2,035)
     
As of December 31, 2023Assets LiabilitiesTotal RealizedHedging Reserve in Gross Equity
Type of Instrument: Cross currency interest rate swaps and Forwards    
Cash flow hedge derivatives    
Short term7,03830,442--
Long term15,9938,368--
Subtotal23,03138,810(13,067)(2,712)
Type of Instrument: Forwards  
Non-hedging derivatives disbursement SQM Australia Pty
  
Short term1,489---
Long term-52-1,437
Subtotal1,48952-1,437
Underlying Investments Hedge24,52038,862(13,067)(1,275)
Type of Instrument: Forwards/Options    
Non-hedge derivatives with effect on income    
Short term51914,795--
Underlying Investments Hedge51914,7955,401-
Total Instruments25,03953,657(7,666)(1,275)
     
The Company recouponed the CCS with Santander Bank who had hedged the Series Q bond, by moving the UF/USD exchange rate upwards. This change increased the USD value of the bond by ThUS$16,440 and its interest payable. Santander Bank paid the company ThUS$17,320 on August 18, 2023 in exchange for this amendment.
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The balances in the “Total Realized” column consider the interim effects of the contracts in effect from January 1 to March 31, 2024, and from January 1 to December 31, 2023.
Reconciliation of asset and liability hedging derivativesAs of December 31, 2023Cash flowProfit (loss)Equity and other
As of
March 31,
2024
Debt hedging derivatives24,520-(23,247)-1,273
Investment hedging derivatives(18,300)(1,457)19,782(25)-
Hedging derivatives expenditure for SQM Australia Pty asset1,4371,921(1,921)(3,546)(2,109)
Non-hedging derivatives(14,275)(470)20,307-5,562
 
 
 
Derivative contract maturities are detailed as follows:
SeriesContract amount CurrencyMaturity date
ThUS$
H84,662UF01/05/2024
O58,748UF02/01/2030
P134,228UF01/15/2028
Q123,370UF06/01/2030
 
 
 
 

Effectiveness
The Company uses CCS, Forwards and IRS to hedge the potential financial risk associated with exchange rate and interest rate volatility. The objective is to hedge the exchange rate and inflation financial risks associated with bond obligations, exchange rate financial risks associated with investments in Chilean pesos, exchange rate financial risk associated with projects under construction in Australian dollars and interest rate financial risk associated with bank loans. Hedges are documented and qualitatively assessed to demonstrate their effectiveness based on a comparison of their critical terms.
The hedges used by the Company as of the reporting date are highly effective given that the amounts, currencies, exchange dates and rates of the hedged item and the hedge are aligned, maintaining a close economic relationship.









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13.4     Financial liabilities
Other current and non-current financial liabilities
As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the detail is as follows:
Other current and non-current financial liabilitiesAs of March 31, 2024As of December 31, 2023
CurrentsNon-CurrentTotalCurrentsNon-CurrentTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Liabilities at amortized cost
Bank borrowings1,186,542295,8071,482,3491,164,262295,5181,459,780
Unsecured obligations297,2242,613,9202,911,14446,9992,909,4852,956,484
Derivative financial instruments  
For hedging8,18730,59038,77730,4438,41938,862
Non-Hedging1,225-1,22514,795-14,795
Total1,493,1782,940,3174,433,4951,256,4993,213,4224,469,921

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a) Bank borrowings, current:
As of March 31, 2024, the detail of this caption is as follows:
DebtorCreditorCurrency or adjustment indexPayment of interestRepaymentEffective rateNominal rate
Tax ID No.CompanyCountryTax ID No.Financial institutionCountry
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.ChileO-EBank of Nova ScotiaUnited States of AmericaDollarUpon maturity06-21-20245.88%6.64%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.ChileO-EBanco Santander/KeximSpain/South KoreaDollarUpon maturity06-21-20244.49%6.36%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.043.000-8JP MorganChileDollarUpon maturity05-28-20246.69%6.69%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.036.000-KBanco SantanderChileDollarUpon maturity05-17-20245.95%5.95%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.036.000-KBanco SantanderChileDollarUpon maturity08-26-20246.88%6.88%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.018.000-1Scotiabank ChileChileDollarUpon maturity05-30-20246.19%6.19%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.030.000-7Banco EstadoChileDollarUpon maturity02-14-20255.95%5.95%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.030.000-7Banco EstadoChileDollarUpon maturity06-10-20246.19%6.19%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.006.000-6BCIChileDollarUpon maturity04-18-20246.01%6.01%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.006.000-6BCIChileDollarUpon maturity10-17-20246.46%6.46%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.006.000-6BCIChileDollarUpon maturity05-24-20246.17%6.17%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.023.000-9Banco ItauChileDollarUpon maturity07-05-20246.50%6.50%
79.947.100-0SQM Industrial S.A.Chile97.004.000-5Banco de ChileChileDollarUpon maturity05-16-20245.85%5.85%
79.947.100-0SQM Industrial S.A.Chile97.023.000-9Banco ItauChileDollarUpon maturity07-05-20246.50%6.50%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.023.000-9Banco ItauChileDollarUpon maturity07-05-20246.50%6.50%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.023.000-9Banco ItauChileDollarUpon maturity07-05-20246.50%6.50%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.018.000-1Scotiabank ChileChileDollarUpon maturity05-17-20246.07%6.07%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.018.000-1Scotiabank ChileChileDollarUpon maturity05-30-20246.19%6.19%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.030.000-7Banco EstadoChileDollarUpon maturity07-18-20246.15%6.15%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.030.000-7Banco EstadoChileDollarUpon maturity06-10-20246.19%6.19%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.004.000-5Banco de ChileChileDollarUpon maturity05-16-20245.85%5.85%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.004.000-5Banco de ChileChileDollarUpon maturity06-21-20246.25%6.25%
 






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DebtorCreditor
Nominal amounts as of March 31, 2024
Current amounts as of March 31, 2024
CompanyFinancial institutionUp to 90 days90 days to 1 yearCompanyFinancial institutionUp to 90 days90 days to 1 yearCompanyFinancial institution
ThUS$ThUS$MUS$MUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM S.A.Bank of Nova Scotia----3,7643,764-3,764
SQM S.A.Banco Santander120,000-120,000126,188-126,188-126,188
SQM S.A.Banco Santander-200,000200,000-208,103208,103-208,103
SQM S.A.Banco JP Morgan50,000-50,00051,134-51,134-51,134
SQM S.A.Banco Santander/Kexim----1,7861,786-1,786
SQM S.A.Scotiabank Chile25,000-25,00026,290-26,290-26,290
SQM S.A.Banco Estado-15,00015,000-15,09915,099-15,099
SQM S.A.Banco Estado-20,00020,000-21,00821,008-21,008
SQM S.A.BCI100,000-100,000105,696-105,696-105,696
SQM S.A.BCI-100,000100,000-102,871102,871-102,871
SQM S.A.BCI50,000-50,00052,605-52,605-52,605
SQM S.A.Banco Itau-10,00010,000-10,47310,473-10,473
SQM Industrial S.A.Banco de Chile30,000-30,00031,521-31,521-31,521
SQM Industrial S.A.Banco Itau-20,00020,000-20,94620,946-20,946
SQM Salar S.A.Banco Itau-10,00010,000-10,47510,475-10,475
SQM Salar S.A.Banco Itau-20,00020,000-20,94620,946-20,946
SQM Salar S.A.Scotiabank Chile50,000-50,00052,632-52,632-52,632
SQM Salar S.A.Scotiabank Chile50,000-50,00052,579-52,579-52,579
SQM Salar S.A.Banco Estado-70,00070,000-73,00273,002-73,002
SQM Salar S.A.Banco Estado-80,00080,000-84,03184,031-84,031
SQM Salar S.A.Banco de Chile40,000-40,00042,028-42,028-42,028
SQM Salar S.A.Banco de Chile-70,00070,000-73,36573,365-73,365
Total     515,000615,0001,130,000540,673645,8681,186,542-1,186,542




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As of December 31, 2023
DebtorCreditorCurrency or adjustment indexPayment of interestRepaymentEffective rateNominal rate
Tax ID No.CompanyCountryTax ID No.Financial institutionCountry
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.ChileO-EBank of Nova ScotiaUnited States of AmericaDollarUpon maturity06-21-20245.88%6.64%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.ChileO-EBanco Santander/KeximSpain/South KoreaDollarUpon maturity06-21-20244.49%6.36%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.043.000-8JP MorganChileDollarUpon maturity05-28-20246.69%6.69%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.036.000-KBanco SantanderChileDollarUpon maturity05-17-20245.95%5.95%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.036.000-KBanco SantanderChileDollarUpon maturity08-26-20246.88%6.88%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.018.000-1Scotiabank ChileChileDollarUpon maturity05-30-20246.19%6.19%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.030.000-7Banco EstadoChileDollarUpon maturity02-20-20246.18%6.18%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.030.000-7Banco EstadoChileDollarUpon maturity06-10-20246.19%6.19%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.006.000-6BCIChileDollarUpon maturity04-18-20246.01%6.01%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.006.000-6BCIChileDollarUpon maturity10-17-20245.84%6.46%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.006.000-6BCIChileDollarUpon maturity05-24-20246.17%6.17%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile97.023.000-9Banco ItaúChileDollarUpon maturity07-05-20246.50%6.50%
79.947.100-0SQM Industrial S.A.Chile97.004.000-5Banco de ChileChileDollarUpon maturity05-16-20245.85%5.85%
79.947.100-0SQM Industrial S.A.Chile97.023.000-9Banco ItaúChileDollarUpon maturity07-05-20246.50%6.50%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.023.000-9Banco ItaúChileDollarUpon maturity07-05-20246.50%6.50%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.023.000-9Banco ItaúChileDollarUpon maturity07-05-20246.50%6.50%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.018.000-1Scotiabank ChileChileDollarUpon maturity05-17-20246.07%6.07%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.018.000-1Scotiabank ChileChileDollarUpon maturity05-30-20246.19%6.19%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.030.000-7Banco EstadoChileDollarUpon maturity07-18-20245.92%6.15%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.030.000-7Banco EstadoChileDollarUpon maturity06-10-20246.19%6.19%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.004.000-5Banco de ChileChileDollarUpon maturity05-16-20245.85%5.85%
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.Chile97.004.000-5Banco de ChileChileDollarUpon maturity06-21-20246.25%6.25%
        






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DebtorCreditor
Nominal amounts as of December 31, 2023
Current amounts as of December 31, 2023
CompanyFinancial institutionUp to 90 days90 days to 1 yearTotalUp to 90 days90 days to 1 yearSubtotalBorrowing costsTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM S.A.Bank of Nova Scotia----406406-406
SQM S.A.Banco Santander-120,000120,000-124,383124,383-124,383
SQM S.A.Banco Santander-200,000200,000-204,625204,625-204,625
SQM S.A.Banco JP Morgan-50,00050,000-50,28850,288-50,288
SQM S.A.Banco Santander/Kexim----177177-177
SQM S.A.Scotiabank Chile-25,00025,000-25,89825,898-25,898
SQM S.A.Banco Estado15,000-15,00015,569-15,569-15,569
SQM S.A.Banco Estado-20,00020,000-20,69520,695-20,695
SQM S.A.BCI-100,000100,000-104,176104,176-104,176
SQM S.A.BCI-100,000100,000-101,238101,238-101,238
SQM S.A.BCI-50,00050,000-51,82551,825-51,825
SQM S.A.Banco Itaú-10,00010,000-10,30910,309-10,309
SQM Industrial S.A.Banco de Chile-30,00030,000-31,07731,077-31,077
SQM Industrial S.A.Banco Itaú-20,00020,000-20,61820,618-20,618
SQM Salar S.A.Banco Itaú-10,00010,000-10,31110,311-10,311
SQM Salar S.A.Banco Itaú-20,00020,000-20,61820,618-20,618
SQM Salar S.A.Scotiabank Chile-50,00050,000-51,86451,864-51,864
SQM Salar S.A.Scotiabank Chile-50,00050,000-51,79751,797-51,797
SQM Salar S.A.Banco Estado-70,00070,000-71,91371,913-71,913
SQM Salar S.A.Banco Estado-80,00080,000-82,77982,779-82,779
SQM Salar S.A.Banco de Chile-40,00040,000-41,43641,436-41,436
SQM Salar S.A.Banco de Chile-70,00070,000-72,26072,260-72,260
Total 15,0001,115,0001,130,00015,5691,148,6931,164,262-1,164,262






b) Unsecured obligations, current:
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As of March 31, 2024, the detail of current unsecured interest-bearing obligations is composed of promissory notes and bonds, as follows:
DebtorNumber of registration or ID of the instrumentSeriesMaturity dateCurrency or adjustment indexPeriodicityEffective rateNominal rate
Tax ID No.CompanyCountryPayment of interestRepayment
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-ThUS$250,00007/28/2024DollarSemiannualUpon maturity0.59%4.38%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-ThUS$450,00005/07/2024DollarSemiannualUpon maturity2.39%4.25%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-ThUS$400,00007/22/2024DollarSemiannualUpon maturity3.52%4.25%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-ThUS$700,00009/10/2024DollarSemiannualUpon maturity3.22%3.50%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-
ThUS$750,000
05/07/2024DollarSemiannualUpon maturity6.89%6.50%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile564H07/05/2024UFSemiannual
Semiannual
1.05%4.90%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile699O08/01/2024UFSemiannualUpon maturity1.59%3.80%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile563P07/15/2024UFSemiannualUpon maturity1.25%3.25%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile700Q06/01/2024UFSemiannualUpon maturity2.41%3.45%
           

Effective rates of bonds in Pesos and UF are expressed and calculated in Dollars based on the flows agreed in Cross Currency Swap Agreements.

CompanyCountrySeriesNominal amounts as of March 31, 2024Carrying amounts of maturities as of March 31, 2024
Up to 90 days90 days to 1 yearTotal Up to 90 days90 days to 1 yearSubtotalBorrowing costs Total
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM S.A.ChileThUS$250,000-251,914251,914-251,914251,914(361)251,553
SQM S.A.ChileThUS$450,0007,650-7,6507,650-7,650(677)6,973
SQM S.A.ChileThUS$400,000-3,2583,258-3,2583,258(235)3,023
SQM S.A.ChileThUS$700,000-1,4291,429-1,4291,429(555)874
SQM S.A.Chile
ThUS$750,000
19,500-19,50019,500-19,500(1,527)17,973
SQM S.A.ChileH -14,69314,693-14,69314,693(172)14,521
SQM S.A.ChileO -356356-356356(80)276
SQM S.A.ChileP-772772-772772(12)760
SQM S.A.ChileQ-1,2931,293-1,2931,293(22)1,271
Total27,150273,715300,86527,150273,715300,865(3,641)297,224



As of December 31, 2023
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DebtorNumber of registration or ID of the instrumentSeriesMaturity dateCurrency or adjustment indexPeriodicityEffective rateNominal rate
Tax ID No.CompanyCountryPayment of interestRepayment
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-ThUS$250,00001/28/2024DollarSemiannualUpon maturity0.80%4.38%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-ThUS$450,00005/07/2024DollarSemiannualUpon maturity2.39%4.25%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-ThUS$400,00001/22/2024DollarSemiannualUpon maturity3.62%4.25%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-ThUS$700,00003/10/2024DollarSemiannualUpon maturity3.30%3.50%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-
ThUS$750,000
05/07/2024DollarSemiannualUpon maturity6.89%6.50%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile564H01/05/2024UFSemiannual
Semiannual
1.58%4.90%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile699O02/01/2024UFSemiannualUpon maturity1.68%3.80%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile563P01/15/2024UFSemiannualUpon maturity1.41%3.25%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile700Q06/01/2024UFSemiannualUpon maturity2.41%3.45%
           

Effective rates of bonds in Pesos and UF are expressed and calculated in Dollars based on the flows agreed in Cross Currency Swap Agreements.
CompanyCountrySeriesNominal amounts as of December 31, 2023Carrying amounts of maturities as of December 31, 2023
Up to 90 days90 days to 1 yearTotal Up to 90 days90 days to 1 yearSubtotalBorrowing costs Total
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM S.A.ChileThUS$250,0004,648-4,6484,648-4,648(433)4,215
SQM S.A.ChileThUS$450,000-2,8692,869-2,8692,869(677)2,192
SQM S.A.ChileThUS$400,0007,508-7,5087,508-7,508(235)7,273
SQM S.A.ChileThUS$700,0007,554-7,5547,554-7,554(555)6,999
SQM S.A.Chile
ThUS$750,000
-7,3127,312-7,3127,312(1,521)5,791
SQM S.A.ChileH 17,599-17,59917,599-17,599(172)17,427
SQM S.A.ChileO 987-987987-987(82)905
SQM S.A.ChileP1,871-1,8711,871-1,871(12)1,859
SQM S.A.ChileQ-359359-359359(21)338
Total40,16710,54050,70740,16710,54050,707(3,708)46,999

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c) Classes of bank borrowings, non-current
The following table shows the details of bank borrowings as of March 31, 2024:
DebtorCreditorCurrency or adjustment indexType of amortizationEffective rateNominal rate
Tax ID No.CompanyCountryTax ID No.Financial institutionCountry
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.ChileO-EBank of Nova ScotiaCanadaDollarUpon maturity5.88%6.64%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.ChileO-EBanco Santander/KeximSpain/South KoreaDollarUpon maturity4.49%6.36%
 

DebtorCreditor
Nominal non-current maturities as of December 31, 2023
Carrying amounts of maturities as of December 31, 2023
CompanyFinancial institutionBetween 1 and 2Between 2 and 3Between 3 and 4TotalBetween 1 and 2Between 2 and 3Between 3 and 4SubtotalCosts of obtaining loansTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM S.A.Bank of Nova Scotia200,000--200,000200,000--200,000(1,438)198,562
SQM S.A.Banco Santander/Kexim--100,000100,000--100,000100,000(2,755)97,245
Total 200,000-100,000300,000200,000-100,000300,000(4,193)
295,807 
As of December 31, 2023
DebtorCreditorCurrency or adjustment indexType of amortizationEffective rateNominal rate
Tax ID No.CompanyCountryTax ID No.Financial institutionCountry
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.ChileO-EBank of Nova ScotiaCanadaDollarUpon maturity5.88%6.64%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.ChileO-EBanco Santander/KeximSpain/South KoreaDollarUpon maturity5.49%6.36%
 

DebtorCreditor
Nominal non-current maturities as of December 31, 2023
Carrying amounts of maturities as of December 31, 2023
CompanyFinancial institutionBetween 1 and 2Between 2 and 3Between 3 and 4TotalBetween 1 and 2Between 2 and 3Between 3 and 4SubtotalCosts of obtaining loansTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM S.A.Bank of Nova Scotia-200,000-200,000-200,000-200,000(1,648)198,352
SQM S.A.Banco Santander/Kexim--100,000100,000--100,000100,000(2,834)97,166
Total -200,000100,000300,000-200,000100,000300,000(4,482)295,518

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d) Unsecured obligations, non-current
The following table shows the details of “unsecured debentures that accrue non-current interest” as of March 31, 2024:
DebtorNumber of registration or ID of the instrumentSeriesMaturity dateCurrency or adjustment indexPeriodicityEffective rateNominal rate
Tax ID No.CompanyCountryPayment of interestRepayment
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-
ThUS$250,000
01/28/2025DollarSemiannualUpon maturity4.24%4.38%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-
ThUS$450,000
05/07/2029DollarSemiannualUpon maturity4.14%4.25%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-
ThUS$400,000
01/22/2050DollarSemiannualUpon maturity4.23%4.25%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-
ThUS$700,000
09/10/2051DollarSemiannualUpon maturity3.45%3.50%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-
ThUS$750,000
11/07/2033DollarSemiannualUpon maturity6.89%6.50%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile564H01/05/2030UFSemiannualSemiannual4.76%4.90%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile699O02/01/2033UFSemiannualUpon maturity3.69%3.80%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile563P01/15/2028UFSemiannualUpon maturity3.24%3.25%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile700Q06/01/2038UFSemiannualUpon maturity3.54%3.45%
           

SeriesNominal non-current maturities as of December 31, 2023Carrying amounts of maturities as of December 31, 2023
Over 1 year to 2Over 2 years to 3Over 3 Years to 4Over 4 Years to 5Over 5 yearsTotalOver 1 year to 2Over 2 years to 3Over 3 Years to 4Over 4 Years to 5Over 5 yearsSubtotalBond issuance costsTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
ThUS$250,000
--------------
ThUS$450,000
----450,000450,000----450,000450,000(2,821)447,179
ThUS$400,000
----400,000400,000----400,000400,000(5,820)394,180
ThUS$700,000
----700,000700,000----700,000700,000(14,649)685,351
ThUS$750,000
----750,000750,000----750,000750,000(13,093)736,907
H----68,70068,700----68,70068,700(819)67,881
O----56,67756,677----56,67756,677(639)56,038
P----113,353113,353----113,353113,353(37)113,316
Q----113,354113,354----113,354113,354(286)113,068
Total----2,652,0842,652,084----2,652,0842,652,084(38,164)2,613,920



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As of December 31, 2023
DebtorNumber of registration or ID of the instrumentSeriesMaturity dateCurrency or adjustment indexPeriodicityEffective rateNominal rate
Tax ID No.CompanyCountryPayment of interestRepayment
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-
ThUS$250,000
01/28/2025DollarSemiannualUpon maturity4.24%4.38%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-
ThUS$450,000
05/07/2029DollarSemiannualUpon maturity4.14%4.25%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-
ThUS$400,000
01/22/2050DollarSemiannualUpon maturity4.23%4.25%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-
ThUS$700,000
09/10/2051DollarSemiannualUpon maturity3.45%3.50%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile-
ThUS$750,000
11/07/2033DollarSemiannualUpon maturity6.89%6.50%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile564H01/05/2030UFSemiannualSemiannual4.76%4.90%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile699O02/01/2033UFSemiannualUpon maturity3.69%3.80%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile563P01/15/2028UFSemiannualUpon maturity3.24%3.25%
93.007.000-9SQM S.A.Chile700Q06/01/2038UFSemiannualUpon maturity3.54%3.45%
           

SeriesNominal non-current maturities as of December 31, 2023Carrying amounts of maturities as of December 31, 2023
Over 1 year to 2Over 2 years to 3Over 3 Years to 4Over 4 Years to 5Over 5 yearsTotalOver 1 year to 2Over 2 years to 3Over 3 Years to 4Over 4 Years to 5Over 5 yearsSubtotalBond issuance costsTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
ThUS$250,000
250,000----250,000250,000----250,000(36)249,964
ThUS$450,000
----450,000450,000----450,000450,000(2,991)447,009
ThUS$400,000
----400,000400,000----400,000400,000(5,879)394,121
ThUS$700,000
----700,000700,000----700,000700,000(14,787)685,213
ThUS$750,000
----750,000750,000----750,000750,000(13,437)736,563
H----83,88783,887----83,88783,887(861)83,026
O----62,91562,915----62,91562,915(659)62,256
P----125,830125,830----125,830125,830(40)125,790
Q----125,830125,830----125,830125,830(287)125,543
Total250,000---2,698,4622,948,462250,000---2,698,4622,948,462(38,977)2,909,485


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13.5     Trade and other payables
a) Details trade and other payables
Details trade and other payablesAs of March 31, 2024As of December 31, 2023
CurrentNon-currentCurrentCurrentNon-currentTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Accounts payable321,498-321,498441,780-441,780
Other accounts payable62,985-62,9852,163-2,163
Prepayments from customers7,389-7,3895,690-5,690
Total391,872-391,872449,633-449,633
As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, the balance of current and past due accounts payable is made up as follows:
Suppliers current on all payments

Type of SupplierAmounts according to payment periods as of March 31, 2024
Up to 30
Days
31 - 60
days
61 - 90
Days
91 - 120
days
121 - 365
days
366 and more
days
Total
ThUS$
Goods198,8843,4863672954-203,432
Services88,869341-81-88,985
Others33,761---5-33,766
Total321,5143,52037721,040-326,183


Type of SupplierAmounts according to payment periods as of December 31, 2023
Up to 30
Days
31 - 60
days
61 - 90
Days
91 - 120
days
121 - 365
days
366 and more
days
Total
ThUS$
Goods246,7892,6542-1,653-251,098
Services142,6252434-65-142,937
Others50,335---7-50,342
Total439,7492,8976-1,725-444,377


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Suppliers past due on payments
Type of SupplierAmounts according to payment periods as of March 31, 2024
Up to 30
Days
31 - 60
days
61 - 90
Days
91 - 120
days
121 - 365
days
366 and more
days
Total
ThUS$
Goods1,058267847341-1,721
Services6782119226-926
Others2135--1-57
Total1,7575131749368-2,704

Type of SupplierAmounts according to payment periods as of December 31, 2023
Up to 30
Days
31 - 60
days
61 - 90
Days
91 - 120
days
121 - 365
days
366 and more
days
Total
ThUS$
Goods8641587766185-1,350
Services1,5575724819-1,665
Others109--59-78
Total2,43122410174263-3,093
Purchase commitments held by the Company are recognized as liabilities when the goods and services are received by the Company. As of March 31, 2024, the Company has purchase orders amounting to ThUS$ 156,824 and ThUS$ 296,598 as of December 31, 2023.
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13.6     Financial asset and liability categories
a) Financial Assets
Description of financial assetsAs of March 31, 2024As of December 31, 2023
CurrentNon-currentTotalCurrentNon-currentTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Cash and cash equivalent1,315,737-1,315,7371,041,369-1,041,369
Trade receivables due from related parties at amortized cost19,478-19,47843,253-43,253
Financial assets measured at amortized cost939,06420939,0841,316,797201,316,817
Trade and other receivables930,8881,904932,792907,1812,559909,740
Total financial assets measured at amortized cost3,205,1671,9243,207,0913,308,6002,5793,311,179
Financial instruments for hedging purposes18,9551,27320,2288,52715,99324,520
Derivative financial instruments with effect in profit or loss (no hedge)6,787-6,787519-519
Financial assets classified as available for sale at fair value through other comprehensive income-218,938218,938-232,268232,268
Total financial assets at fair value25,742220,211245,9539,046248,261257,307
Total financial assets3,230,909222,1353,453,0443,317,646250,8403,568,486


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b) Financial Liabilities
Description of financial liabilitiesAs of March 31, 2024As of December 31, 2023
CurrentNon-currentTotalCurrentNon-currentTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
For hedging purposes through other comprehensive income8,18730,59038,77730,4438,41938,862
Held for trading at fair value through profit or loss1,225-1,22514,795-14,795
Financial liabilities at fair value9,41230,59040,00245,2388,41953,657
Bank loans1,186,542295,8071,482,3491,164,262295,5181,459,780
Unsecured obligations297,2242,613,9202,911,14446,9992,909,4852,956,484
Lease Liabilities17,80651,97969,78518,19256,96675,158
Trade and other payables391,872-391,872449,633-449,633
Total financial liabilities at amortized cost1,893,4442,961,7064,855,1501,679,0863,261,9694,941,055
Total financial liabilities1,902,8562,992,2964,895,1521,724,3243,270,3884,994,712

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13.7     Fair value measurement of finance assets and liabilities
The fair value hierarchy is detailed as follows:
(a)Level 1: The fair value of financial instruments traded in active markets (such as publicly traded derivatives, and equity securities) is based on quoted market prices at the end of the reporting period. The quoted market price used for financial assets held by the Company is the current bid price. These instruments are included in level 1.
(b)Level 2: The fair value of financial instruments that are not traded in an active market (for example, over-the-counter derivatives) is determined using valuation techniques which maximize the use of observable market data and rely as little as possible on entity-specific estimates. If all significant inputs required to fair value an instrument are observable, the instrument is included in level 2.
(c)Level 3: If one or more of the significant inputs is not based on observable market data, the instrument is included in level 3. This is the case for unlisted equity securities.
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Fair value measurement of assets and liabilitiesAs of March 31, 2024Measurement Methodology
Carrying Amount at Amortized Cost
Fair value
(disclosure purposes)
Fair Amount
registered
Level 1Level 2Level 3
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Financial Assets      
Cash and cash equivalents1,315,7371,315,737-1,315,737--
Other current financial assets      
- Time deposits939,064939,064--939,064-
- Derivative financial instruments
- Forwards
--6,402-6,402-
- Options
--385-385-
- Hedging assets
------
- Swaps
--18,955-18,955-
Non-current accounts receivable1,9041,904----
Other non-current financial assets:      
- Other2020--20-
- Equity instruments--218,938218,938--
- Hedging assets – Swaps--1,2731,273--
Other current financial liabilities     
- Bank borrowings1,186,5421,186,542--1,186,542-
- Derivative instruments------
          - Forwards
--1,108-1,108-
          - Options
--117-117-
          - Hedging liabilities – Swaps
--7,910-7,910-
          - Swaps hedges, investments
------
          - Cash flow hedges
--277-277
- Unsecured obligations297,224297,224--297,224-
Other non-current financial liabilities      
- Bank borrowings295,807295,807--295,807-
- Unsecured obligations2,613,9202,613,920--2,613,920-
- Non-current hedging liabilities--30,590-30,590-
       

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Fair value measurement of assets and liabilitiesAs of December 31, 2023Measurement Methodology
Carrying Amount at Amortized Cost
Fair value
(disclosure purposes)
Fair Amount
registered
Level 1Level 2Level 3
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Financial Assets      
Cash and cash equivalents1,041,3691,041,369-1,041,369--
Other current financial assets      
- Time deposits1,316,7971,316,797--1,316,797-
- Derivative financial instruments
- Forwards
--324-324-
- Options
--195-195-
- Hedging assets
--8,527-8,527-
- Swaps
------
Non-current accounts receivable2,5592,559----
Other non-current financial assets:      
- Other2020--20-
- Equity instruments--232,268232,268--
- Hedging assets – Swaps--15,99315,993--
Other current financial liabilities     
- Bank borrowings1,164,2621,164,262--1,164,262-
- Derivative instruments------
          - Forwards
--14,525-14,525-
          - Options
--270-270-
          - Hedging liabilities – Swaps
--12,143-12,143-
          - Swaps hedges, investments
--18,300-18,300-
- Unsecured obligations-----
- Lease liabilities, current46,99946,999--46,999-
Other non-current financial liabilities      
- Bank borrowings295,518295,518--295,518-
- Unsecured obligations2,909,4852,909,485--2,909,485-
- Non-current hedging liabilities--8,419-8,419-
       
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13.8     Reconciliation of net debt/cash and lease liabilities.
This section presents an analysis of net debt/cash plus lease liabilities and their movements for each of the reported periods. The table below presents net debt/cash ass described in Note 20. plus current and non-current lease liabilities to complete its analysis.
Net debt
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31, 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Cash and cash equivalents1,315,7371,041,369
Other current financial assets964,8061,325,843
Other non-current financial hedge assets1,27315,993
Other current financial liabilities(1,493,178)(1,256,499)
Lease liabilities, current(17,806)(18,192)
Other non-current financial liabilities(2,940,317)(3,213,422)
Non-current Lease liabilities(51,979)(56,966)
Total(2,221,464)(2,161,874)
Cash and cash equivalents
As of
December 31,
              2023
From cash flowNot from cash flow
As of
March 31,
2024
Amounts from loans
Amounts from loansAmounts from interestsOther cash (inflows)/outflowsIncome statementEquity amd others
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Obligations with the public and bank loans(4,416,264)7,57132,37442(17,216)-(4,393,493)
Financial instruments derived from hedging(22,000)(516)2,222-(19,185)2,811(36,668)
Derivatives for investment hedges(18,300)--(1,457)19,782(25)-
Non-hedging Derivatives in Other financial liabilities(14,795)---13,570-(1,225)
Current and non-current lease liabilities(75,158)4,785578-10-(69,785)
Hedging derivatives reimbursement of SQM Australia asset1,437--1,921(1,921)(3,546)(2,109)
Current and Non-Current Financial Liabilities(4,545,080)11,84035,174506(4,960)(760)(4,503,280)
Cash and cash equivalents1,041,369-(11,403)259,85725,914-1,315,737
Deposits that do not qualify as cash and cash equivalents1,316,797-(15,175)(340,195)(22,363)-939,064
Debt Hedging Derivative Financial Instruments24,520---(23,247)-1,273
Derivatives for investment hedges----18,955-18,955
Non-hedging derivatives on other financial assets520--(470)6,737-6,787
Current and Non-Current Financial Assets2,383,206-(26,578)(80,808)5,996-2,281,816
Total(2,161,874)11,8408,596(80,302)1,036(760)(2,221,464)
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Cash and cash equivalents
As of
December 31,
              2022
From cash flowNot from cash flow
As of
December 31,
2023
Amounts from loansAmounts from interestsOther cash (inflows)/outflowsIncome statementEquity and others
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Obligations with the public and bank loans(2,848,875)(1,534,282)117,14518,346(168,598)-(4,416,264)
Financial instruments derived from hedging(39,681)(18,927)4,077-11,73120,800(22,000)
Derivatives for investment hedges(29,984)--(10,082)18,1713,595(18,300)
Non-hedging Derivatives in Other financial liabilities(5,816)---(8,979)-(14,795)
Current and non-current lease liabilities(61,734)15,9142,038-(31,376)-(75,158)
Current and Non-Current Financial Liabilities(2,986,090)(1,537,295)123,2608,264(179,051)24,395(4,546,517)
Cash and cash equivalents2,655,236-(53,539)(1,615,863)55,535-1,041,369
Deposits that do not qualify as cash and cash equivalents950,167-(49,226)341,74274,114-1,316,797
Debt Hedging Derivative Financial Instruments29,620---(5,100)-24,520
Derivatives for investment hedges-------
Non-hedging derivatives on other financial assets4,174--(18,034)14,380-520
Hedging derivatives reimbursement of SQM Australia asset7,139--1,183(1,183)(5,702)1,437
Current and Non-Current Financial Assets3,646,336-(102,765)(1,290,972)137,746(5,702)2,384,643
Total660,246(1,537,295)20,495(1,282,708)(41,305)18,693(2,161,874)
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Note 14 Right-of-use assets and lease liabilities
14.1     Right-of-use assets
Reconciliation of changes in right-of-use assets as of
March 31, 2024, net value
LandBuildingsOther property, plant and equipmentTransport equipmentMachinery, plant and equipmentTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Opening Balance18,29925,458-85528,58173,193
Additions102--107135344
Depreciation expenses(177)(1,761)-(358)(2,782)(5,078)
Transfer to property, plant and equipment------
Other increases (decreases)-1,037-297(19)1,315
Total changes(75)(724)-46(2,666)(3,419)
Closing balance18,22424,734-90125,91569,774

Reconciliation of changes in right-of-use assets as of
December 31, 2023, net value
LandBuildingsOther property, plant and equipmentTransport equipmentMachinery, plant and equipmentTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Opening Balance18,32017,839-1,80522,90360,867
Additions89413,714-3718,68633,331
Depreciation expenses(687)(4,509)-(987)(11,088)(17,271)
Transfer to property, plant and equipment------
Other increases (decreases)(228)(1,586)--(1,920)(3,734)
Total changes(21)7,619-(950)5,67812,326
Closing balance18,29925,458-85528,58173,193
The Company’s lease activities included the following aspects:
(a) The nature of the Company’s lease activities is related to contracts focused primarily on business operations, mainly rights-of-use to equipment and real estate,
(b) The Company does not estimate any significant future cash outflows that would potentially expose the Company, and these are likewise not reflected in the measurement of lease liabilities, related to concepts such as: (i) Variable lease payments, (ii) Expansion options and termination options, (iii) Guaranteed residual value and (iv) Leases not yet undertaken but committed by the Company.
(c) These are not subject to restrictions or agreements imposed by contracts.
There were no sales transactions with leasebacks in the period.
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14.2     Lease liabilities
Lease liabilitiesAs of March 31, 2024As of December 31, 2023
CurrentNon-CurrentCurrentNon-Current
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Lease liabilities17,80651,97918,19256,966
Total17,80651,97918,19256,966
(a) As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, current lease liabilities are analyzed as follows:
DebtorCreditorContract indexation unitEffective rateNominal amounts as of March 31,2024Amounts at amortized cost as of March 31, 2024
Tax ID No.CompanyCountrySupplierUp to 90 days90 days to 1 yearTotalUp to 90 days90 days to 1 yearTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
93.007.00-9SQM S.A.ChileContract supplierUF3.50%202646202646
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.ChileContract supplierpeso2.86%1,3313,9355,2661,2523,6754,927
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.ChileContract supplierUF2.26%3971,0821,4793691,0121,381
79.947.100-0SQM Industrial S.A.ChileContract supplierPeso1.02%5115420551153204
79.947.100-0SQM Industrial S.A.ChileContract supplierUF3.11%6761,4982,1745981,2881,886
96.592.190-7SQM Nitratos S.A.ChileContract supplierUF3.50%182442182442
79.768.170-9Soquimich Comercial S.A.ChileContract supplierUF3.75%3741,1231,4973169651,281
76.359.919-1Orcoma SpA ChileContract supplierpeso6.80%279145
76.359.919-1Orcoma SpA ChileContract supplierUF2.53%1-11-1
ForeignSQM Australia PtyAustraliaContract supplierAustralian dollar5.61%6611,8742,5356581,8652,523
ForeignSQM Comercial de México S.A. de C.V.MexicoContract supplierDollar5.05%7192,1562,8756421,9802,622
ForeignSQM Comercial de México S.A. de C.V.MexicoContract supplierMexican peso9.73%263653916244628872
ForeignSQM Europe N.V.BelgiumContract supplierEuro3.07%12136448595289384
ForeignSQM North América Corp.United StatesContract supplierDollar4.34%110245355100223323
ForeignSQM África PtySouth AfricaContract supplierRand9.20%3491,0261,3752778591,136
ForeignSQM Colombia S.A.S.ColombiaContract supplier
Colombian
Peso
6.83%7222972229
ForeignSQM IberianSpainContract supplierEuro3.25%154661144458
ForeignSQM Vitas PerúPeruContract supplierDollar8.25%236588226486
Total5,13814,30019,4384,68513,12117,806

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DebtorCreditorContract indexation unitEffective rateNominal amounts as of December 31,2023Amounts at amortized cost as of December 31, 2023
Tax ID No.CompanyCountrySupplierUp to 90 days90 days to 1 yearTotalUp to 90 days90 days to 1 yearTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
93.007.00-9SQM S.A.ChileContract supplierUF3.49%204666194665
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.ChileContract supplierPeso3.02%3441,0341,3783219771,298
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.ChileContract supplierUF2.54%1,4924,0405,5321,4003,7185,118
79.947.100-0SQM Industrial S.A.ChileContract supplierUF2.58%7261,8632,5896451,6402,285
96.592.190-7SQM Nitratos S.A.ChileContract supplierUF3.49%184361184260
79.768.170-9Soquimich Comercial S.A.ChileContract supplierUF2.97%3741,1231,4973369561,292
76.359.919-1Orcoma SpA ChileContract supplierPeso6.16%279224
76.359.919-1Orcoma SpA ChileContract supplierUF6.80%123123
ForeignSQM Australia PtyAustraliaContract supplierAustralian dollar4.93%7251,8962,6217211,8842,605
ForeignSQM Comercial de México S.A. de C.V.MexicoContract supplierDollar3.74%7112,1312,8426331,9532,586
ForeignSQM Comercial de México S.A. de C.V.MexicoContract supplierMexican peso9.73%2627891,051240747987
ForeignSQM Europe N.V.BelgiumContract supplierEuro1.30%12136448594287381
ForeignSQM North América Corp.United StatesContract supplierDollar3.67%10626737397244341
ForeignSQM África PtySouth AfricaContract supplierRand9.20%3441,0071,3512678201,087
ForeignSQM Colombia S.A.S.ColombiaContract supplier
Colombian
Peso
2.45%5172251722
ForeignSQM IberianSpainContract supplierEuro3.25%154863144458
Total5,26614,67719,9434,81313,37918,192







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(b) As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, the non-current lease liabilities are analyzed as follows:

DebtorCreditorContract indexation unitEffective rateNominal amounts as of March 31, 2024Amounts at amortized cost as of March 31, 2024
Tax ID No.CompanyCountrySupplier1-2 Years2-3 Years3-4 YearsTotal1-2 Years2-3 Years3-4 YearsTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.ChileContract supplierPeso2.55%1,6624,221-5,8832,8364,482-7,318
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.ChileContract supplierUF2.26%1,3171,623-2,9401,2561,572-2,828
79.947.100-0SQM Industrial S.A.ChileContract supplierPeso1.02%17--1717--17
79.947.100-0SQM Industrial S.A.ChileContract supplierUF3.10%3,7305,439-9,1693,3065,197-8,503
79.768.170-9Soquimich Comercial S.A.ChileContract supplierUF3.75%1,8439461622,9511,7299221552,806
76.359.919-1Orcoma SpA ChileContract supplierPeso6.80%172635788124060
ExtranjeroSQM North América Corp.United StatesContract supplierDollar5.20%561206-767522204-726
ExtranjeroSQM Comercial de México S.A. de C.V.MexicoContract supplierMexican peso9.75%85--8582--82
ExtranjeroSQM Comercial de México S.A. de C.V.MexicoContract supplierDollar5.05%2,733753-3,4862,618742-3,360
ExtranjeroSQM Australia PtyAustraliaContract supplierAustralian dollar5.33%4,93217,934-22,8664,38516,615-21,000
ExtranjeroSQM África PtySouth AfricaContract supplierRand9.20%1,0716025072,1809915064411,938
ExtranjeroSQM Colombia S.A.S.ColombiaContract supplierColombian peso12.66%30--3028--28
ExtranjeroSQM Europe N.V.BelgiumContract supplierEuro3.07%4854852,4653,4353964082.2793,083
ExtranjeroSQM IberianSpainContract supplierEuro3.25%6163-1245862-120
ExtranjeroSQM Vitas PerúPeruContract supplierDollar8.25%111--111110--110
Total18,65532,2983,16954,12218,34230,7222,91551,979






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DebtorCreditorContract indexation unitEffective rateNominal amounts as of December 31,2023Amounts at amortized cost as of December 31, 2023
Tax ID No.CompanyCountrySupplier1-2 Years2-3 Years3-4 YearsTotal1-2 Years2-3 Years3-4 YearsTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.ChileContract supplierPeso2.61%1,1761,079-2,2551,1331,064-2,197
79.626.800-KSQM Salar S.A.ChileContract supplierUF2.88%6,1853,728-9,9135,9013,630-9,531
79.947.100-0SQM Industrial S.A.ChileContract supplierUF2.06%3,7995,5943119,7043,3485,3123108,970
79.768.170-9Soquimich Comercial S.A.ChileContract supplierUF2.97%1,8449691812,9942,0209381733,131
76.359.919-1Orcoma SpA ChileContract supplierPeso6.80%182637818124161
ForeignSQM North América Corp.United StatesContract supplierDollar4.99%524265-789484260-744
ForeignSQM Comercial de México S.A. de C.V.MexicoContract supplierMexican peso6.79%91--9190--90
ForeignSQM Comercial de México S.A. de C.V.MexicoContract supplierDollar5.25%3,1971,131-4,3283,0401,105-4,145
ForeignSQM Australia PtyAustraliaContract supplierAustralian dollar4.92%5,62418,236-23,8605,61816,916-22,534
ForeignSQM África PtySouth AfricaContract supplierRand9.20%1,2765916592,5261,1824835812,246
ForeignSQM Colombia S.A.S.ColombiaContract supplierColombian peso2.17%1--11--1
ForeignSQM Europe N.V.BelgiumContract supplierEuro1.30%4854852,5863,5563934052,3833,181
ForeignSQM IberianSpainContract supplierEuro3.25%616116138586017135
Total24,28132,1653,79060,23623,27630,1853,50556,966




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Other lease disclosures
Total lease expenses related to leases that did not qualify under the scope of IFRS 16 were ThUS$ 22,270 and ThUS$ 23,816 for the periods ended March 31, 2024, and 2023. See Note 22.8.
Expenses related to variable payments not included in lease liabilities that qualified under IFRS 16 amounted to were ThUS$ 1,535 and ThUS$ 1,204 for the periods ending March 31, 2024, and 2023.
Payments for contractual operating leases are disclosed in Note 4.2 Liquidity Risk.
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Note 15    Intangible assets and goodwill
15.1     Reconciliation of changes in intangible assets and goodwill
As of March 31, 2024
Intangible assets and goodwillUseful lifeNet Value
ThUS$
IT programsFinite2,810
Mining rightsFinite134,624
Water rights and rights of wayIndefinite4,909
Water rightsFinite6,632
Intellectual propertyFinite5,254
Other intangible assetsFinite239
Intangible assets other than goodwill154,468
GoodwillIndefinite958
Total Intangible Asset155,426

As of December 31, 2023
Intangible assets and goodwillUseful lifeNet Value
ThUS$
IT programsFinite3,190
Mining rightsFinite134,924
Water rights and rights of wayIndefinite4,909
Water rightsFinite7,580
Intellectual propertyFinite5,201
Other intangible assetsFinite70
Intangible assets other than goodwill155,874
GoodwillIndefinite958
Total Intangible Asset156,832







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(a) Movements in identifiable intangible assets as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023:
Movements in Identifiable intangible assetsIT programsMining rights, FiniteWater rights, and rights of way, IndefiniteWater rightsIntellectual propertyOther intangible assetsGoodwillTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
At January 1, 20243,190134,9244,9097,5805,20170958156,832
Additions13----180-193
Amortization for the period(341)(300)-(948)-(10)-(1,599)
Impairment losses recognized in income for the period--------
Other increases / decreases for foreign currency exchange rates(15)----(1)-(16)
Other increases (decreases)(37)---53--16
Subtotales(380)(300)-(948)53169-(1,406)
As of March 31, 20242,810134,6244,9096,6325,254239958155,426
Historical cost37,142162,6897,42018,0007,2682,4794,501239,499
Accumulated amortization(34,332)(28,065)(2,511)(11,368)(2,014)(2,240)(3,543)(84,073)
 
At January 1, 20233,249140,8734,90911,3695,85086967167,303
Additions197196---15-408
Amortization for the year(1,451)(4,684)-(3,789)(649)(28)-(10,601)
Impairment losses recognized in income for the year (1)------(9)(9)
Other increases / decreases for foreign currency exchange rates6----(3)-3
Other increases (decreases)1,189(1,461)-----(272)
Subtotales(59)(5,949)-(3,789)(649)(16)(9)(10,471)
As of December 31, 20233,190134,9244,9097,5805,20170958156,832
Historical cost37,181162,6897,42018,0007,2152,3004,501239,306
Accumulated amortization(33,991)(27,765)(2,511)(10,420)(2,014)(2,230)(3,543)(82,474)
 
(a)See Note 22.5







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(b) Movements in identifiable goodwill as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023:
Accumulated impairment
Movements in identifiable goodwill
Goodwill at the beginning of period
January 1, 2024
Additional
recognition
Impairment losses recognized in income for the period (-)Total increase
(decrease)
Total
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Iberian S.A.148---148
SQM Investment Corporation86---86
Soquimich European Holding B.V. (*)-----
SQM Potasio S.A.724---724
Total Increase (decreases)958---958
Ending balance958---958

Accumulated impairment
Movements in identifiable goodwill
Goodwill at the beginning of period
January 1, 2023
Additional
recognition
Impairment losses recognized in income for the period (-)Total increase
(decrease)
Total
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Iberian S.A.148---148
SQM Investment Corporation86---86
Soquimich European Holding B.V. (*)9-(9)(9)-
SQM Potasio S.A.724---724
Total Increase (decreases)967-(9)(9)958
Ending balance967-(9)(9)958
(*) Based on an impairment analysis conducted by management, this goodwill was adjusted for based on the assessment that its partial or total book value is not recoverable.

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Note 16 Property, plant and equipment
As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, the detail of property, plant and equipment is as follows:
16.1     Types of property, plant and equipment
Description of types of property, plant and equipment
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31, 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Property, plant and equipment, net
Land40,70523,481
Buildings290,121285,487
Other property, plant and equipment62,15162,739
Transport equipment8,9299,165
Supplies and accessories3,8824,139
Office equipment1,1531,158
Network and communication equipment1,4481,605
Mining assets152,016154,715
IT equipment1,9162,092
Energy generating assets2,7322,893
Constructions in progress1,812,1571,834,041
Machinery, plant and equipment1,348,3241,228,422
Total3,725,5343,609,937
Property, plant and equipment, gross  
Land40,70523,481
Buildings865,763851,706
Other property, plant and equipment293,345291,053
Transport equipment22,14122,143
Supplies and accessories31,15731,132
Office equipment13,39013,346
Network and communication equipment11,64411,644
Mining assets344,269341,837
IT equipment29,10829,384
Energy generating assets38,92938,929
Constructions in progress1,812,1571,834,041
Machinery, plant and equipment4,371,1964,189,794
Total7,873,8047,678,490
Accumulated depreciation and value impairment of property, plant and equipment, total  
Accumulated depreciation and impairment of buildings(575,642)(566,219)
Accumulated depreciation and impairment of other property, plant and equipment(231,194)(228,314)
Accumulated depreciation and impairment of transport equipment(13,212)(12,978)
Accumulated depreciation and impairment of supplies and accessories(27,275)(26,993)
Accumulated depreciation and impairment of office equipment(12,237)(12,188)
Accumulated depreciation and impairment of network and communication equipment(10,196)(10,039)
Accumulated depreciation and impairment of mining assets(192,253)(187,122)
Accumulated depreciation and impairment of IT equipment(27,192)(27,292)
Accumulated depreciation and impairment of energy generating assets(36,197)(36,036)
Accumulated depreciation and impairment of machinery, plant and equipment(3,022,872)(2,961,372)
Total(4,148,270)(4,068,553)




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Description of classes of property, plant and equipment
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31, 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Property, plant and equipment, net
Pumps58,61661,385
Conveyor Belt16,02516,589
Crystallizer55,48856,930
Plant Equipment274,539285,653
Tanks38,26539,422
Filter67,17369,246
Electrical equipment/facilities106,214110,255
Other Property, Plant & Equipment218,45268,967
Site Closure39,20640,696
Piping136,555142,013
Well142,571156,621
Pond33,36634,957
Spare Parts (1)161,854145,688
Total1,348,3241,228,422
(a)The reconciliation of the spare parts provisions as of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023 is as follows:
Reconciliation
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31, 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Opening balance58,60052,072
Increase in provision1,7886,528
Closing balance60,38858,600
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16.2     Reconciliation of changes in property, plant and equipment by type:
Reconciliation of changes in property, plant and equipment by class as of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023:
Reconciliation of changes in property, plant and equipment by classLandBuildingsOther property, plant and equipmentTransport equipmentSupplies and accessoriesEquipment officeNetwork and communication equipmentMining assetsIT equipmentEnergy generating assetsAssets under constructionMachinery, plant and equipmentTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Equity at January 1, 202423,481285,48762,7399,1654,1391,1581,605154,7152,0922,8931,834,0411,228,4223,609,937
Additions--202-419--62-167,27251167,610
Disposals-------------
Depreciation for the year-(9,333)(2,936)(236)(285)(54)(157)(5,131)(226)(162)-(53,763)(72,283)
Impairment (2)-----------(9,918)(9,918)
Increase (decrease) in foreign currency translation difference-(1)---------(29)(30)
Reclassifications15,8919,4822,102--9-2,432(25)-(197,098)167,207-
Other increases (decreases) (1)1,3334,48644-2421--1317,94216,35430,218
Decreases for classification as held for sale-------------
Subtotal17,2244,634(588)(236)(257)(5)(157)(2,699)(176)(161)(21,884)119,902115,597
Equity as of March 31, 202440,705290,12162,1518,9293,8821,1531,448152,0161,9162,7321,812,1571,348,3243,725,534
Historical cost40,705865,763293,34522,14131,15713,39011,644344,26929,10838,9291,812,1574,371,1967,873,804
Accumulated depreciation-(575,642)(231,194)(13,212)(27,275)(12,237)(10,196)(192,253)(27,192)(36,197)-(3,022,872)(4,148,270)
 
Equity at January 1, 202323,482273,91334,9609,4874,7981,3551,87260,2843,1473,2531,328,508981,7792,726,838
Additions--545-528208-207-1,091,8402,3471,095,207
Disposals--------(1)--(17)(18)
Depreciation for the year-(37,315)(13,337)(1,155)(1,809)(230)(670)(16,603)(890)(749)-(179,989)(252,747)
Impairment (2)-----------(47,059)(47,059)
Increase (decrease) in foreign currency translation difference(6)(7)(35)(1)-(7)--(3)--(39)(98)
Reclassifications-48,67740,6578011,09931195111,059(447)389(588,635)386,174-
Other increases (decreases) (1)5219(51)33(1)1-(25)79-2,32885,22687,814
Decreases for classification as held for sale-------------
Subtotal(1)11,57427,779(322)(659)(197)(267)94,431(1,055)(360)505,533246,643883,099
Equity as of December 31, 202323,481285,48762,7399,1654,1391,1581,605154,7152,0922,8931,834,0411,228,4223,609,937
Historical cost23,481851,706291,05322,14331,13213,34611,644341,83729,38438,9291,834,0414,189,7947,678,490
Accumulated depreciation-(566,219)(228,314)(12,978)(26,993)(12,188)(10,039)(187,122)(27,292)(36,036)-(2,961,372)(4,068,553)
 
(1) The net balance of “Other Increases (Decreases)” corresponds to all those items that are reclassified to or from “Property, Plant and Equipment” and they can have the following origin: (i) work in progress which is expensed to statement of income, forming part of operating costs or other expenses per function, as appropriate; (ii) the variation representing the purchase and use of materials and spare parts; (iii) projects corresponding mainly to exploration expenditures and ground studies that are reclassified to the item other non-current financial assets; (iv) software that is reclassified to “Intangibles (v) Provisions related to the investment plan and assets related to closing the site. (2) See note 23.5. This impairment correspond to identified assets identified that will not be used in the operation due to their specific characteristics relating to the iodine and nitrate segments.
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16.3     Detail of property, plant and equipment pledged as guarantee
There are no restrictions in title or guarantees for compliance with obligations that affect property, plant and equipment.
16.4    Cost of capitalized interest, property, plant and equipment
The rates and costs for capitalized interest in the period, of property, plant and equipment are detailed as follows:
Capitalized interest costs
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
March 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Weighted average capitalization rate of capitalized interest costs5%4%
Amount of interest costs capitalized period ThUS$16,5588,519
  

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Note 17 Other current and non-current non-financial assets
As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, the detail of “Other Current and Non-current Assets” is as follows:
Other non-financial assets, current
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Domestic Value Added Tax37,54163,973
Foreign Value Added Tax10,54724,889
Prepaid mining licenses20,2071,299
Prepaid insurance17,85015,022
Other prepayments4,1603,204
Reimbursement of Value Added Tax to exporters1,17219,929
Other taxes3,3176,142
Other assets1,9512,292
Total96,745136,750

Other non-financial assets, non-current
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Exploration and evaluation expenses 58,41257,458
Guarantee deposits 862  950
Foreign VAT (1)297,490308,084
Other non-current assets7,4657,208
Total364,229373,700
(a)Value-added taxes to be recovered from the commercial office of SQM Shanghai Chemicals Co. Ltd., where that recovery is expected to take longer than 12 months.
Movements in expenditure on exploration projects and ground studies as of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023:
Conciliation
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Opening balance57,45844,023
Changes 
Additions1,69512,002
Reclassifications from/to short-term (inventory)(578)1,049
Amortization of ground studies(211)(2,131)
Reclassification from construction in progress482,515
Total changes95413,435
Ending balance (*)58,41257,458
As of the presentation date, no reevaluations of assets for exploration and assessment of mineral resources have been conducted.

(*) This corresponds to the sum of expenditures for economically feasible exploration and exploration under operation (long-term).
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Mineral resource exploration, evaluation and Exploitation expenditure
Given the nature of operations of the Company and the type of exploration it undertakes, disbursements for exploration can be found in 4 stages: Execution, economically feasible, not economically feasible and in exploitation:
(a) Not economically feasible: Exploration and evaluation disbursements, once finalized and concluded to be not economically feasible, will be charged to income. As of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, there were no disbursements for this concept.

(b) Execution: Disbursements for exploration and evaluation under implementation and therefore prior to determination of economic feasibility, are presented as part of property, plant and equipment as constructions in progress. As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, this amounts to ThUS$10,823 and ThUS$9,062.

(c) Economically feasible: Exploration and assessment expenditures resulting in studies concluding that their economic feasibility is viable are classified under “Other non-current non-financial assets”.
ProspectingType of Exploration
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Chile (1)Metallic/Non-Metallic52,58750,844
Total52,58750,844
(1) The value presented for Chile is composed as of March 2024 for ThUS 13,851 corresponding to non-metallic explorations and evaluations and ThUS$ 38,736 associated with metallic explorations. In December 2023, the amounts of non-metallic and metallic explorations were ThUS$ 13,803 ThUS$ 37,041, respectively.
Prospecting conciliation
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Opening balance50,84436,327
Additions1,69512,002
Reclassifications from Exploration in execution - Chile482,515
Reclassifications to Exploration in Exploitation - Chile--
Total changes1,74314,517
Total52,58750,844

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(d) In Exploitation: Caliche exploration disbursements that are found in this area are amortized based on the material exploited, the portion that is expected to be exploited in the following 12 months is presented as current assets in the “Inventories in process” and the remaining portion is classified as “Other Non-current Non-Financial Assets”.
Short-term exploitation reconciliation
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Opening balance6511,700
Amortization of ground studies--
Reclasifications from/to short term (inventories)578(1,049)
Total changes578(1,049)
Total1,229651

Long-term exploitation reconciliation
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Opening balance6,6147,696
Amortization of ground studies(211)(2,131)
Reclasifications from/to short term (inventories)(578)1,049
Total changes(789)(1,082)
Total5,8256,614

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Note 18     Employee benefits
18.1     Provisions for employee benefits
Classes of benefits and expenses by employee
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Current
Performance bonds and operational targets9,91923,946
Total9,91923,946
Non-current
Profit sharing and bonuses19,80918,428
Severance indemnity payments35,43543,578
Total55,24462,006
18.2     Policies on defined benefit plan
This policy is applied to all benefits received for services provided by the Company's employees. This is divided as follows:
(a)Short-term benefits for active employees are represented by salaries, social welfare benefits, paid time off, sickness and other types of leave, profit sharing and incentives and non-monetary benefits; e.g., healthcare service, housing, subsidized or free goods or services. These will be paid in a term which does not exceed twelve months. The Company maintains incentive programs for its employees, which are calculated based on the net result at the close of each period by applying a factor obtained from an evaluation based on their personal performance, the Company’s performance and other short-term and long-term indicators.

(b)Staff severance indemnities are agreed and payable based on the final salary, calculated in accordance with each year of service to the Company, with certain maximum limits in respect of either the number of years or in monetary terms. In general, this benefit is payable when the employee or worker ceases to provide his/her services to the Company and there are a number of different circumstances through which a person can be eligible for it, as indicated in the respective agreements; e.g. retirement, dismissal, voluntary retirement, incapacity or disability, death, etc. See Note 18.3.

(c)Obligations after employee retirement, described in Note 18.4.

(d)Retention bonuses for a group of Company executives, described in Note 18.6.

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18.3     Other long-term benefits
The actuarial assessment method has been used to calculate the Company’s obligations with respect to staff severance indemnities, which relate to defined benefit plans consisting of days of remuneration per year served at the time of retirement under conditions agreed in the respective agreements established between the Company and its employees.
Under this benefit plan, the Company retains the obligation to pay staff severance indemnities related to retirement, without establishing a separate fund with specific assets, which is referred to as not funded.
Benefit payment conditions
The staff severance indemnity benefit relates to remuneration days for years worked for the Company without a limit being imposed in regard of amount of salary or years of service. It applies when employees cease to work for the Company because they are made redundant or in the event of their death. This benefit is applicable up to a maximum age of 65 for men and 60 for women, which are the usual retirement ages according to the Chilean pensions system as established in Decree Law 3,500 of 1980.
Methodology
The determination of the defined benefit obligation is made under the requirements of IAS 19 “Employee benefits”.
18.4     Post-employment benefit obligations
Our subsidiary SQM NA, together with its employees established a pension plan until 2002 called the “SQM North America Retirement Income Plan”. This obligation is calculated measuring the expected future forecast staff severance indemnity obligation using a net salary gradual rate of restatements for inflation, mortality and turnover assumptions, discounting the resulting amounts at present value using the interest rate defined by the authorities.
For workers under contract, since 2003, SQM NA offers benefits related to pension plans based on the 401-K system to its employees, which does not generate obligations for the Company.
A settlement was reflected in the last quarter of 2023 for the purchase of annuities by the pension plan for all its inactive participants.
As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, the value of assets associated with the SQM NA pension plan amounts to ThUS$5,095.









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18.5     Staff severance indemnities
As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, severance indemnities calculated at the actuarial value are as follows:

Staff severance indemnities
As of
March 31, 2024
As of
December 31, 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Opening balance(43,578)(34,899)
Current cost of service(353)(4,624)
Interest cost(647)(2,236)
Actuarial gain loss4,915(5,947)
Exchange rate difference4,560769
Benefits paid during the year(332)3,359
Total(35,435)(43,578)

(a) Actuarial assumptions
The liability recorded for staff severance indemnity is valued at the actuarial value method, using the following actuarial assumptions:
Actuarial assumptions
As of
March 31, 2024
As of
December 31, 2023
Annual/Years
Mortality rateRV–2020/CB–2020RV – 2020/CB-2020 
Discount interest rate5.70%5.32%
Inflation rate3.00%3.00%
Voluntary retirement rate:
Men3.82%3.82%Annual
Women3.82%3.82%Annual
Salary increase4.01%4.01%Annual
Retirement age:
Men6565Years
Women6060Years
 

(b) Sensitivity analysis of assumptions
As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, the Company has conducted a sensitivity analysis of the main assumptions of the actuarial calculation, determining the following:
Sensitivity analysis as of March 31, 2024Effect + 100 basis pointsEffect - 100 basis points
ThUS$ThUS$
Discount rate(2,300)2,589
Employee turnover rate (302)337
   
Sensitivity analysis as of December 31, 2023Effect + 100 basis pointsEffect - 100 basis points
ThUS$ThUS$
Discount rate(2,575)2,898
Employee turnover rate (338)378
   
Sensitivity relates to an increase/decrease of 100 basis points.
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18.6     Executive compensation plan
The Company currently has a compensation plan with the purpose of motivating the Company’s executives and encouraging them to remain with the Company. There are two compensation plans in effect as of March 31, 2024:
(a)Financial target compensation plan

(a)Plan characteristics

This compensation plan is paid in cash.

(b)Plan participants and payment dates

A total of 41 Company executives are entitled to this benefit, provided they remain with the Company until year end of 2025. The payment dates, where relevant, will be during the first quarter of 2026.
This compensation plan was approved by the Board and was first applied on January 1, 2022. The liability related to this compensation plan amounts to ThUS$ 19,809 and ThUS$ 18,428 as of March 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023 respectively. The income statement was charged with ThUS$ 1,381 and ThUS$ 3,232 during the periods ended March 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively.




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Note 19 Provisions and other non-financial liabilities
19.1     Types of provisions
Types of provisionsAs of March 31, 2024As of December 31, 2023
CurrentNon-currentTotalCurrentNon-currentTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Provision for legal complaints (1)3,1062243,3301061,1951,301
Provision for dismantling, restoration and rehabilitation cost (2)-55,46255,462-58,45958,459
Other provisions (3)350,8071,157351,964392,216796393,012
Total353,91356,843410,756392,32260,450452,772

(1) These provisions correspond to legal processes that are pending resolution or that have not yet been disbursed, these provisions are mainly related to litigation involving the subsidiaries located in Chile, Brazil and the United States (see note 21.1).
(2) Sernageomin commitments for the restoration of the location of the production sites have been incorporated. This cost value is calculated at discounted present value, using flows associated with plans with an evaluation horizon that fluctuates between 8 and 25 years for potassium-lithium operations and 11 to 22 years for nitrate-iodine operations. The rates used to discount future cash flows are based on market rates for the aforementioned terms.
(3) See Note 19.2.
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19.2     Description of other provisions
Current provisions, other short-term provisions
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Rent under Lease contract (1)326,630354,205
Provision for additional tax related to foreign loans2,4531,641
End of agreement bonus1,3146,979
Other bonuses to workers3,4786,933
Directors’ per diem allowance5,9614,676
Miscellaneous provisions10,97117,782
Total350,807392,216
(1) Payment Obligations for the lease contract with CORFO: These correspond to obligations assumed in the Lease Agreement. Our subsidiary SQM Salar holds exclusive rights to exploit the mineral resources in an area covering approximately 140,000 hectares of land in the Salar de Atacama in northern Chile, of which SQM Salar is only entitled to exploit the mineral resources in 81,920 hectares. These rights are owned by Corfo and leased to SQM Salar pursuant to the Lease Agreement. Corfo cannot unilaterally amend the Lease Agreement and the Project Agreement, and the rights to exploit the resources cannot be transferred. The Lease Agreement establishes that SQM Salar is responsible for making quarterly lease payments to Corfo according to specified percentages of the value of production of minerals extracted from the Salar de Atacama brines, maintaining Corfo’s rights over the Mining Exploitation Concessions and making annual payments to the Chilean government for such concession rights. The Lease Agreement was entered into in 1993 and expires on December 31, 2030. On January 17, 2018, SQM and CORFO reached an agreement to end an arbitration process directed by the arbitrator, Mr. Héctor Humeres Noguer, in case 1954-2014 of the Arbitration and Mediation Center of Santiago Chamber of Commerce and other cases related to it.
The agreement signed in January 2018, includes important amendments to the lease agreement and project agreement signed between CORFO and SQM in 1993. The main modifications became effective on April 10, 2018 and require (i) higher lease payments as a result of increased lease rates associated with the sale of the different products produced in the Salar de Atacama, including lithium carbonate, lithium hydroxide and potassium chloride; (ii) SQM Salar commits to contribute between US$10.8 and US$18.9 million per year to research and development efforts, between US$10 and US$15 million per year to the communities near the Salar de Atacama basin, and to annually contribute 1.7% of SQM Salar’s total annual sales to regional development; (iii) Corfo authorization for CCHEN to establish a total production and sales limit for lithium products produced in the Salar de Atacama of up to 349,553 metric tons of lithium metal equivalent (1,860,671 tons of lithium carbonate equivalent), which is in addition to the approximately 64,816 metric tons of lithium metal equivalent (345,015 tons of lithium carbonate equivalent) remaining from the originally authorized amount; (iv) provisions relating to the return of real estate and movable property leased to Corfo, the transfer of environmental permits to Corfo at no cost and the granting of purchase options to Corfo for production facilities and water rights in the Salar de Atacama upon termination of Corfo agreements; and (v) prohibitions on the sale of lithium brine extracted from leased mining concessions.





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The fee structure is as follows:

Price US$/MT Li2CO3Lease rental rate
$0 - $4,0006.8%
$4,000 - $5,0008.0%
$5,000 - $6,00010.0%
$6,000 - $7,00017.0%
$7,000 - $10,00025.0%
> $10,00040.0%
  
Price US$/MT LiOHLease rental rate
$0 - $5,0006.8%
Over $5,000 - $6,0008.0%
Over $6,000 - $7,00010.0%
Over $7,000 - $10,00017.0%
Over $10,000 - $12,00025.0%
Over $12,00040.0%
  
Price US$/MT KClLease rental rate
$0 - $3003.0%
Over $300 - $400
7.0%
Over $400 - $500
10.0%
Over $500 - $600
15.0%
Over $600
20.0%
  

The Lease Agreement and the Project Agreement are subject to early termination in the case of certain default events. Under these, Corfo is obliged to use its best efforts to initiate a public bidding process or the corresponding contracting procedure for the execution of an act or contract for the exploitation of the OMA mining properties currently leased by SQM no later than June 30, 2027, and to resolve it no later than July 30, 2029.



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19.3     Changes in provisions
Description of items that gave rise to changes
as of March 31, 2024
Legal complaintsProvision for dismantling, restoration and rehabilitation costOther provisionsTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Total provisions, initial balance1,30158,459393,012452,772
Changes    
Additional provisions3,055334223,199226,588
Provision used--(263,142)(263,142)
Increase(decrease) in foreign currency exchange--(465)(465)
Others(1,026)(3,331)(640)(4,997)
Total Increase (decreases)2,029(2,997)(41,048)(42,016)
Total3,33055,462351,964410,756

Description of items that gave rise to changes
as of December 31, 2023
Legal complaintsProvision for dismantling, restoration and rehabilitation costOther provisionsTotal
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Total provisions, initial balance53,70953,9951,253,4951,361,199
Changes    
Additional provisions26612,1271,922,6661,935,059
Provision used(52,707)-(2,771,422)(2,824,129)
Increase(decrease) in foreign currency exchange33-(871)(838)
Others-(7,663)(10,856)(18,519)
Total Increase (decreases)(52,408)4,464(860,483)(908,427)
Total1,30158,459393,012452,772



















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19.4     Other non-financial liabilities, Current
Description of other liabilities
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Tax withholdings4,9588,750
Other non-income taxes payable482-
VAT payable 4,10133,782
Guarantees received1,0211,021
Accrual for dividend5,90667,219
Monthly tax provisional payments46,32226,160
Deferred income11,9614,144
Withholdings from employees and salaries payable9,7449,333
Accrued vacations27,66535,902
Other current liabilities458994
Total112,618187,305



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Note 20    Disclosures on equity
The detail and movements of equity accounts are shown in the consolidated statement of changes in equity.
20.1     Capital management
The main object of capital management relative to the administration of the Company’s financial debt and equity is to ensure the regular conduct of operations and business continuity in the long term, with the constant intention of maintaining an adequate level of liquidity and in compliance with the financial safeguards established in the debt contracts in force. Within this framework, decisions are made in order to maximize the value of the company.
Capital management must comply with, among others, the limits contemplated in the Financing Policy approved by the Shareholders’ Meeting, which establishes a maximum consolidated indebtedness level of 1 times the debt to equity ratio. This limit can be exceeded only if the Company’s management has first obtained express approval at an Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting.
The Company’s controls over capital management are based on the following ratios:
Capital Management
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31, 2023
Description (1)
Calculation (1)
Net Financial Debt/cash (ThUS$)
2,151,6792,086,717Financial Debt – Financial ResourcesOther current Financial Liabilities + Other Non-Current Financial Liabilities – Cash and Cash Equivalents – Other Current Financial Assets – Hedging Assets, non-current
Liquidity2.342.50Current Assets divided by Current LiabilitiesTotal Current Assets / Total Current Liabilities
ROE(14.72) %36.28%Net income for the year divided by Total EquityNet income for the year / Equity
Adjusted EBITDA (ThUS$)403,5943,180,071Adjusted EBITDA EBITDA – Other income – Other gains (losses) - Share of Profit of associates and joint ventures accounted for using the equity method + Other expenses by function + Net impairment gains on reversal (losses) of financial assets – Finance income – Currency differences,
EBITDA (ThUS$)420,4013,226,202EBITDANet income + Depreciation and Amortization Expense adjustments + Finance Costs + Income Tax
ROA27.56%32.20%Adjusted EBITDA – Depreciation divided by Total Assets net of financial resources less related parties’ investments(Gross Profit – Administrative Expenses) / (Total Assets – Cash and Cash Equivalents – Other Current Financial Assets – Other Non-Current Financial Assets – Equity accounted Investments) (LTM)
Indebtedness0.460.37
Net Financial Debt on Equity
Net Financial Debt / Total Equity
     
The Company’s capital requirements change according to variables such as: working capital needs, new investment financing and dividends, among others. The SQM Group manages its capital structure and makes adjustments based on the predominant economic conditions so as to mitigate the risks associated with adverse market conditions and take advantage of the opportunities there may be to improve the liquidity position of the SQM Group.
There have been no changes in the capital management objectives or policy within the years reported in this document, no breaches of external requirements of capital imposed have been recorded. There are no contractual capital investment commitments.





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20.2     Operational restrictions and financial limits
Bond issuance contracts in the local market require the Company to maintain a Total Borrowing Ratio no higher than 1 for Series H, Series O and Series Q bonds, calculated over the last consecutive 12 months.
Capital management must ensure that the Borrowing Ratio remains below 1.0. As of March 31, 2024 this ratio was 0.46.
The financial restrictions with respect to the bonds issued by the Company for the periods ended March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023.
As of March 31, 2024
Financial restrictions
Financial restrictions Financial restrictions Financial restrictions Financial restrictions
Instrument with restrictionBondsBondsBondsBank loans
Reporting party or subsidiary restriction
CreditorBondholdersBondholdersBondholdersScotiabank
Registration numberHQOPB 70M
Name of financial indicator or ratio (See definition in Note 20.1)NFD/EquityNFD/EquityNFD/EquityNFD/Equity
Measurement frequencyQuarterlyQuarterlyQuarterlyQuarterly
Restriction (Range, value and unit of measure)Must be less than 1.00Must be less than 1.00Must be less than 1.00Must be less than 1.00
Indicator or ratio determined by the company0.460.460.460.46
Fulfilled YES/NOyesyesyesyes
 

As of December 31, 2023
Financial restrictions
Financial restrictions Financial restrictions Financial restrictions Financial restrictions
Instrument with restrictionBondsBondsBondsBank loans
Reporting party or subsidiary restriction
CreditorBondholdersBondholdersBondholdersScotiabank
Registration numberHQOPB 70M
Name of financial indicator or ratio (See definition in Note 20,1)NFD/EquityNFD/EquityNFD/EquityNFD/Equity
Measurement frequencyQuarterlyQuarterlyQuarterlyQuarterly
Restriction (Range, value and unit of measure)Must be less than 1.00Must be less than 1.00Must be less than 1.00Must be less than 1.00
Indicator or ratio determined by the company0.370.370.370.37
Fulfilled YES/NOyesyesyesyes
 
Bond issuance contracts in foreign markets require that the Company does not merge, or dispose of, or encumber all or a significant portion of its assets, unless all of the following conditions are met: (i) the legal successor is an entity constituted under the laws of Chile or the United States, which assumes all the obligations of the Company in a supplemental indenture, (ii) immediately after the merger or disposal or encumbrance there is no default by the issuer, and (iii) the issuer has provided a legal opinion indicating that the merger or disposal or encumbrance and the supplemental indenture comply with the requirements of the original indenture.
The Company and its subsidiaries are complying with all the aforementioned limitations, restrictions and obligations.

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20.3     Disclosures on preferred share capital
Issued share capital is divided into Series A shares and Series B shares. All such shares are nominative, have no par value and are fully issued, subscribed and paid.
Series B shares may not exceed 50% of the total issued, subscribed and paid-in shares of the Company and have a limited voting right, in that all of them can only elect one director of the Company, regardless of their equity interest and preferences:
(a)    require the calling of an Ordinary or Extraordinary Shareholders' Meeting when so requested by Series B shareholders representing at least 5% of the issued shares thereof; and
(b)    require the calling of an extraordinary meeting of the board of directors, without the president being able to qualify the need for such a request, when so requested by the director who has been elected by the shareholders of said Series B.
The limitation and preferences of Series B shares have a duration of 50 consecutive and continuous years as of June 3, 1993.
The Series A shares have the preference of being able to exclude the director elected by the Series B shareholders in the voting process in which the president of the board of directors and of the Company must be elected and which follows the one in which the tie that allows such exclusion resulted.
The preference of the Series A shares will have a term of 50 consecutive and continuous years as of June 3, 1993. The form of the titles of the shares, their issuance, exchange, disablement, loss, replacement, assignment and other circumstances thereof shall be governed by the provisions of Law No, 18,046 and its regulations.
Detail of capital classes in shares:
Type of capital in preferred shares
As of March 31, 2024
As of December 31, 2023
Series ASeries BSeries ASeries B
Description of type of capital in shares
Number of authorized shares142,818,904142,818,904142,819,552142,818,904
Number of fully subscribed and paid shares142,818,904142,818,904142,819,552142,818,904
Number of subscribed, partially paid shares----
Increase (decrease) in the number of current shares----
Number of outstanding shares142,818,904142,818,904142,818,904142,818,904
Number of shares owned by the Company or its subsidiaries or associates--648-
Number of shares whose issuance is reserved due to the existence of options or agreements to dispose shares----
Capital amount in shares ThUS$134,7301,442,893134,7501,442,893
Total number of subscribed shares142,818,904142,818,904142,819,552142,818,904

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20.4     Disclosures on reserves in Equity
As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023 the composition is as follows:
Disclosure of reserves within shareholders' equity
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Reserve for currency exchange conversion (1)(5,741)(4,921)
Reserve for cash flow hedges (2)(1,485)(930)
Reserve for gains and losses from financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (3)110,313122,294
Reserve for actuarial gains or losses in defined benefit plans (4)(9,852)(13,454)
Other reserves11,92711,881
Total105,162114,870
(1) This balance reflects retained earnings for changes in the exchange rate when converting the financial statements of subsidiaries whose functional currency is different from the US dollar.
(2) The Company maintains, as hedge instruments, financial derivatives related to obligations with the public issued in UF and Chilean pesos, Changes from the fair value of derivatives designated and classified as hedges are recognized under this classification.
(3) This caption includes the fair value of equity investments that are not held for trading and that the group has irrevocably opted to recognize in this category upon initial recognition. In the event that such equity instruments are fully or partially disposed of, the proportional accumulated effect of accumulated fair value will be transferred to retained earnings.
(4) This caption reflects the effects of changes in actuarial assumptions, mainly changes in the discount rate.
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Movements in other reserves and changes in interest were as follows:
Movements
Foreign currency translation difference
(1)
Reserve for cash flow hedgesReserve for actuarial gains and losses from defined benefit plans Reserve for gains (losses) from financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive incomeOther reservesTotal reserves
Before
taxes
Before
taxes
Tax
Before
taxes
Deferred taxes
Before
Taxes
Deferred taxes
Before
 taxes
ReservesDeferred taxesTotal reserves
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
As of January 1, 2023(8,042)(19,967)5,392(12,155)2,957(15,081)4,10811,663(43,582)12,457(31,125)
Movement of reserves3,121126-(5,836)-190,509-218188,138-188,138
Reclassification income statements
-18,566------18,566-18,566
Related taxes--(5,047)-1,580-(57,242)--(60,709)(60,709)
As of December 31, 2023(4,921)(1,275)345(17,991)4,537175,428(53,134)11,881163,122(48,252)114,870
Movement of reserves(820)3,448-4,944-(12,074)-46(4,456)-(4,456)
Reclassification income statements
-(4,208)------(4,208)-(4,208)
Related taxes--205-(1,342)-93--(1,044)(1,044)
Balances as of March 31, 2024(5,741)(2,035)550(13,047)3,195163,354(53,041)11,927154,458(49,296)105,162
(1) See details on reserves for foreign currency translation differences on conversion in Note 24, letter a).
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Other reserves
This caption corresponds to the legal reserves reported in the stand-alone financial statements of the subsidiaries and associates that are mentioned below and that have been recognized in SQM’s equity through the application of the equity method.
Subsidiary – Associate
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Iberian S.A.9,4649,464
SQM Europe NV1,9571,957
Soquimich European holding B.V.828828
Soquimich Comercial S.A.(393)(393)
SQM Vitas Fzco.8585
Pavoni & C. Spa77
SAS Adionics123116
SQM Australia Pty Ltd11394
Other(701)(721)
SQM Iberian S.A.(1,677)(1,677)
Orcoma Estudios SPA2,1212,121
Total Other reserves11,92711,881
20.5     Dividend policies
As required by Article 79 of the Chilean Companies Act, unless otherwise decided by unanimous vote of the holders of issued and subscribed shares, a publicly traded corporation must annually distribute a cash dividend to its shareholders, prorated based on their shares or the proportion established in the company’s bylaws if there are preferred shares, with at least 30% of our consolidated net income for each year.

Dividend policy for commercial year 2024
Company’s dividend policy for the 2024 business year was agreed upon by the Board of Directors on April 25, 2024. On that occasion, the following was decided:
(a) Distribute and pay a dividend to the respective shareholders as a percentage of the profits representing 30% of profits for 2024.

(b) Notwithstanding the aforementioned, the percentage indicated in (a) above may be increased if the Company’s Board of Directors deems that such increase does not materially and adversely affect the Company’s ability to make its investments and to comply with the estimates on future cash use, also considering the following financial parameters:


(a)100% of the net income for 2024 if all the following financial parameters are met: (a) “all current assets” divided by “all current liabilities” is equal to or greater than 2.5 times, and (b) the sum of “all current liabilities” and “all non-current liabilities”, less “cash equivalents”, less “other current financial assets”, all of the above divided by “total equity” in equal or less than 0.8 times.

(b)80% of the net income for 2024 if all the following financial parameters are met: (a) “all current assets” divided by “all current liabilities” is equal to or greater than 2.0 times, and (b) the sum of “all current liabilities” and “all non-current liabilities”, less “cash equivalents”, less “other current financial assets”, all of the above divided by “total equity” in equal or less than 0.9 times.
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(c)60% of the net income for 2024 if all the following financial parameters are met: (a) “all current assets” divided by “all current liabilities” is equal to or greater than 1.5 times, and (b) the sum of “all current liabilities” and “all non-current liabilities”, less “cash equivalents”, less “other current financial assets”, all of the above divided by “total equity” in equal or less than 1.0 times.

(c) Distribute and pay interim dividends in 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, interim dividends, which will be charged against the aforementioned final dividend.

(d) In the ordinary meeting to be held in 2025, the Company’s Board of Directors will propose a final dividend discounting the amount of interim dividends previously distributed, considering that it does not materially and negatively affect the Company’s ability to make its investments, meet its obligations and, in general, comply with the investment and financing policy approved by the ordinary shareholders’ meeting.

(e) Any remaining amount from the net income from 2024 can be retained and used to finance the Company’s own operations or one or more of its investment projects, notwithstanding a possible distribution of dividends charged to accumulated earnings that might be approved by the shareholders’ meeting or the possible future capitalization of all or part of it.

(f) The payment of additional dividends is not being considered.
It must be expressly stated that this dividends policy details the intention of the Company’s Board of Directors and its fulfillment depends on the actual net income obtained, as well as on the results indicated by the projections the Company makes from time to time or on the existence of particular conditions, as appropriate. In any case, if the dividend policy set forth by the Board of Directors should undergo any substantial change, the Company must communicate it as a material event.
20.6     Interim and provisional dividends
As of March 31, 2024 there is no information to disclose.













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20.7     Potential and provisional dividends
Dividends discounted from equity were as follows:
Dividends
As of
March 31,
 2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Interim dividend-542,847
Final dividend-920,819
Dividend according to policy-60,953
Owners of the Parent-1,524,619
Dividend eventual--
Dividend according to policy2476,266
Non-controlling interests2476,266
Dividends discounted from equity for the period2471,530,885


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Note 21 Contingencies and restrictions
In accordance with note 19.1, the Company recognizes a provision for those lawsuits in which there is a probability that the judgments will be unfavorable to the Company. The Company is party to the following lawsuits and other relevant legal actions:
21.1     Lawsuits and other relevant events
(a)In 1995, Nitratos Naturais do Chile Ltda. was sanctioned by the Fazenda do Estado de Sao Paulo for shipping goods to a different branch without proper authorization. The Sao Paulo State Treasury initiated legal proceedings to collect almost ThUS$ 352. There has been no movement with respect to this case since May 2017.

(b)In August 1996, Nitratos Naturais do Chile Ltda. was fined by Fazenda do Estado de Sao Paulo for concluding activities without attaching the necessary documentation for submission to the competent authorities. The treasury of the State of Sao Paulo initiated legal actions to collect close to ThUS$ 492. Nitratos Naturais do Chile has presented a case to the federal court of Brazil to request a reduction in the fine, which is currently pending.

(c)In August 2004, Nitratos Naturais do Chile Ltda. was fined by Fazenda do Estado de Sao Paulo for failing to report trade activities. The treasury of the State of Sao Paulo initiated legal actions to collect close to ThUS$ 265. In 2018, the Court of Appeals agreed to a reduction in the fine and the Fazenda do Estado de Sao Paulo appealed to the Court of Brazil, and this appeal is still pending.

(d)In December 2010, the city of Lindsay in the state of California, United States, filed a claim against SQM NA, which was heard before the US District Court for the Central District of California. The plaintiff requested the payment of expenses and other values related to treatment of groundwater to make it apt for consumption, which involved the extraction of perchlorate in this water, which allegedly came from Chilean fertilizers. On February 5, 2024, the Court ordered the resumption of proceedings, as they had been suspended.

(e)In May 2014, a claim of compensation for damages was filed against SQM Nitratos for its alleged liability derived from an explosion occurring in 2010 in the vicinity of the town of Baquedano, which caused the death of six workers. The portion of the claim that has not been settled in court is approximately US$ 1.2 million. On May 7, 2019, the 18th Civil Court of Santiago dismissed the claim. On February 1, 2024, the Santiago Court of Appeals revoked the first instance ruling and issued another one in its place, partially accepting the claim, ordering the Company to pay the total amount of ThUS$52. The Company has filed an appeal on the merits, which is pending.

(f)In January 2018, the company Transportes Buen Destino S.A. filed an arbitration claim under CAM rules against SQM Salar for controversies resulting from the execution of transport contracts for lithium brine and transport of salts. The amount of the claim is close to US$ 3 million. The arbitration is currently awaiting a ruling.


(g)The Company and FPC Ingeniería y Construcción SpA were sued in May 2019 for compensation for damages resulting from alleged extracontractual liability derived from the traffic accident occurring on March 5, 2018, involving the overturn of a truck owned by FPC and the subsequent death of its two occupants, both employees of FPC. The four children of one of the deceased workers are the plaintiffs in this case and are seeking compensation for moral damages. The case is in the 19th Civil Court of Santiago and is in the evidence stage. The amount of the claim is close to US$ 1.2 million.
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(h)Through resolution dated April 14, 2020, the General Water Bureau (DGA) fined SQM Salar S.A. an amount of 4,180 UTM for the alleged violation of article 294 of the Water Code. This resolution was appealed for reconsideration, and its resolution is currently pending.

(i)On April 6, 2021, Empresa Eléctrica Cochrane SpA requested the constitution of arbitration to resolve a dispute in relation to electricity supply contracts signed on March 30, 2012, and February 1, 2013. The trial is currently in the discussion stage. On January 17, 2022, the Company filed a claim for early termination of the electricity supply contracts against Empresa Eléctrica Cochrane SpA. Both proceedings are awaiting a ruling.

(j)In October 2021, the Company requested the constitution of an arbitration against Chilena Consolidada Seguros Generales S.A. to resolve differences in relation to the interpretation and execution of the directors' and officers' liability insurance policy. On December 14, 2023, the arbitrator accepted the Company's claim in its entirety and ordered the defendant to pay US$ 32.2 million. The case is currently before the Court of Appeals to hear the appeals and the to hear the cassation and appeal appeals filed by the defendant.

(k)In February 2022, the company Montajes Eléctricos y Construcciones RER Limitada filed a claim for damages before the 21st Civil Court of Santiago against SQM Industrial S.A. for its alleged liability derived from the breach of an electrical installation contract. The case has reached the evidence stage. The amount of the lawsuit is approximately ThUS$ 542.

(l)In March 2023, Mr. Josué Merari Trujillo Montejano filed a lawsuit against SQM Comercial de México, S.A. de C.V. for damages for third-party civil liability for the death of his brother Mr. Manuel Agustín Trujillo Montejano, before the First Instance Judge of the Civil Branch of the city of Zapopan, Mexico. The lawsuit is currently under discussion. The amount of the lawsuit is approximately ThUS$ 330.

(m)In May 2023, the heirs of Sami Al Taweel, a shareholder of Abu Dhabi Fertilizer Industries Company LLC ("Adfert"), filed a claim against SQM Corporation NV, other shareholders and former officers and directors of Adfert appointed by SQM Corporation NV, with the Settlement Center of the Abu Dhabi Commercial Court of First Instance, which alleges a debt of AED 73.5 million. The lawsuit is being heard by the Abu Dhabi Commercial Court of First Instance and is awaiting the report of the expert appointed by the court.

(n)In May 2023, Mr. Luis Guillermo Benítez Peña and 17 other employees filed a lawsuit against a contractor, the Company and six other companies with the Labor Court of San Miguel for indirect dismissal, annulment of dismissal and payment of employment benefits. The case has reached the evidence stage. The lawsuit totals approximately ThUS$ 358.

(o)In January 2024, Mr. José Luis Carreño Soto filed a lawsuit for protection of fundamental rights against a contractor company and the Company before the Labor Court of Antofagasta. The case is currently under discussion. The lawsuit totals approximately ThUS$ 227.

(p)In February 2024, Mr. Emiliano Malebrán Pallauta, Mr. Rubén Valenzuela González and Mr. José Aguilera Flores filed a lawsuit against the Company through the Labor Court of Iquique for protection of fundamental rights and secondarily for wrongful dismissal and collection of unpaid wages and severance pay. The case is currently in the evidentiary stage. The lawsuit totals approximately ThUS$369.

(q)In February 2024, Mr. Manuel Jesús Lobos Cortés filed a lawsuit against the Company through the Labor Court of Iquique for damages caused by occupational illness. The case is currently under discussion. The lawsuit totals approximately ThUS$279.
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The Company and its subsidiaries have been involved and will probably continue to be involved either as plaintiffs or defendants in certain judicial proceedings that have been and will be heard by the arbitration or ordinary courts of justice that will make the final decision. Those proceedings that are regulated by the appropriate legal regulations are intended to exercise or oppose certain actions or exceptions related to certain mining claims either granted or to be granted and that do not or will not affect in an essential manner the development of the Company and its subsidiaries.
Soquimich Comercial S.A., subsidiaries has been involved and will probably continue being involved either as plaintiff or defendant in certain judicial proceedings through which it intends to collect and receive the amounts owed, the total nominal value of which is approximately US$ 1.05 million.
The Company and its subsidiaries have made efforts and continues making efforts to obtain payment of certain amounts that are still owed to the Company due to its activities. Such amounts will continue to be required using judicial or non-judicial means by the plaintiffs, and the actions and exercise related to these are currently in full force and effect.
21.2     Environmental contingencies
Through a ruling dated November 28, 2016, which was amended by a ruling dated December 23, 2016, the SMA filed charges against SQM Salar for extracting brine in excess of authorized amounts, progressively impacting the vitality of algarrobo trees, delivering incomplete information, modifying variables in the follow-up plan, and other matters. SQM Salar submitted a compliance program that was accepted by the SMA, although rendered null and void by the Environmental Court of Antofagasta in December 2019. In October 2020, the SMA made further observations to the compliance program, which were addressed through the submission of a reformulated compliance program, incorporating improvements in line with the Antofagasta Environmental Court ruling. On August 29, 2022, the SMA approved the compliance program submitted by SQM Salar, which was subjected to a claim filed by the Council of Atacameño Peoples with the Antofagasta Environmental Court. If the Council of Atacameño Peoples’ claim against SMA’s resolution that approved the compliance program is accepted and the program is annulled, the sanction process against SQM Salar could be resumed. This process may conclude with the application of fines up to US$ 9 million, temporary or permanent closure of facilities and in extreme circumstances, revocation of the respective environmental permit.
22.3     Tax Contingencies
Claims for the application of the specific tax on mining activities associated with lithium exploitation.
The Chilean IRS wants to extend the specific mining tax to lithium mining, which cannot be concessioned under the legal system. As of December 31, 2023, the Chilean IRS has charged SQM a total of US$986.3 million, which SQM has paid, for the specific mining tax applied to lithium, corresponding to tax years 2012 to 2023 (business years 2011 to 2022). SQM Salar has filed seven tax claims against the Chilean IRS. The total amount associated with tax claims is US$201.3 million and it has a pending claim for US$785.0 million. Both amounts, already paid by SQM Salar, totaled US$986.3 million as of December 31, 2023, including an overpaid amount of US$59.5 million, US$818.0 million in taxes claimed (net of corporate income tax effect) and US$108.8 million in interest and fines. On April 5, 2024, the Santiago Court of Appeals issued a judgment in one of the claims (tax case No. 312-2022) and reversed the judgment that had previously been issued by the Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region, which upheld the annulment suit filed by SQM Salar, corresponding to liquidations for tax years 2017 and 2018. Although the ruling of the Santiago Court of Appeals does not affect the rest of the claims filed by SQM Salar against the Chilean IRS—and is still subject to appeal by SQM Salar—it prompted the Company’s Board of Directors to review the accounting treatment of the tax claims. Consequently, the Company recognized a tax expense of US$1,097.6 million for the period ended March 31, 2024 (US$926.7 million for business years 2011 to 2022, US$162.7 million for business year 2023 and US$8.2 million for the first quarter of 2024), which corresponds to the impact that the interpretation of the ruling of the Santiago Court of Appeals could have on the Claims. As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, the Company has non-current tax receivables of US$59.5 million and US$986.3 million, respectively.
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The claims are as follows.
(a)On August 26, 2016, a tax claim was filed before the Third Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region against IRS assessments 169, 170, 171 and 172, for the tax years 2012 to 2014. The amount in dispute is US$ 17.8 million, where (i) US$ 11.5 million is the tax claim, after its effect on corporate income taxes and (ii) US$ 6.3 million is associated interest and penalties. The case is currently in the evidentiary stage.

(b)On March 24, 2017, a tax claim was filed before the Third Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region against resolution 156 issued by the Chilean IRS for the tax year 2015. The amount in dispute is US$ 3.2 million is the tax claim, after its effect on corporate income taxes. The case is currently in the evidentiary stage.

(c)On March 24, 2017, a tax claim was filed before the Third Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region against assessment 207 issued by the Chilean IRS for the tax year 2016. The amount in dispute is US$ 5.5 million, where (i) US$ 1.2 million is overpaid taxes, (ii) US$ 3.8 million is the tax claim, after its effect on corporate income taxes and (iii) US$0.5 million is associated interest and penalties. The case is currently in the evidentiary stage.

(d)On July 15, 2021, SQM Salar filed before the First Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region a tax annulment and claim against assessments 65 and 66 for the tax years 2017 and 2018. The amount in dispute is US$ 63.9 million, where (i) US$ 17.6 million is overpaid taxes, (ii) US$ 30.2 million is tax claimed net of corporate income tax, and (iii) US$ 16.1 million is associated interest and penalties. On November 7, 2022, the First Tax and Customs Court upheld SQM Salar's claim and ordered the annulment of these tax assessments. On April 5, 2024, the Santiago Court of Appeals reversed the first instance ruling insofar as it accepted the annulment suit aimed at challenging the liquidations, accepting the claim only in terms of the miscalculated items recognized by the Chilean IRS.

(e)On June 30, 2023, SQM Salar filed before the First Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region a tax annulment and claim against assessment 23 for the tax year 2019. The amount in dispute is US$ 36.7 million, where (i) US$ 9.7 million is overpaid taxes, and (ii) US$ 27.0 million is the tax claim, after its effect on corporate income taxes. The trial is currently at the discussion stage.

(f)On January 19, 2024, SQM Salar filed with the Third Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region, a tax annulment and claim against Resolution No. 56/2023 for the tax years 2020 and 2021. The amount in dispute is US$ 20.7 million, where US$ 5.6 million is overpaid taxes and US$ 15.1 million is the tax claim, after its effect on corporate income taxes. The case is currently at the discussion stage.


(g)On January 19, 2024, SQM Salar filed before the Third Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region a tax annulment and claim against assessment 1 for the tax year 2022. The amount in dispute is US$ 53.5 million, restated to the date of payment, of which US$ 14.4 million is overpaid taxes, US$ 36.1 million is the tax claim, after its effect on corporate income taxes and US$ 3 million is associated interest and penalties. The trial is currently at the discussion stage.

The assessments and pending claims are as follows:

On December 19, 2023, the Chilean IRS invoiced the Company for a sum of US$785 million for the tax year 2023 (covering the 2022 business year), pertaining to the specific tax on mining activities. Within this total, US$785 million represents the tax claimed net of corporate income tax, while US$10.9 million accounts for excess tax payments, and US$ 774.1 million corresponds to the tax claimed net of corporate income tax.
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The Chilean IRS has not issued a settlement for differences on specific mining tax with respect to the 2024 tax year (2023 business year). If the Chilean IRS uses criteria similar to that used in previous years, then it may issue settlements in the future covering this year. The Company estimates that the Chilean IRS settlement for 2023 will be US$ 170.9 million is the tax claim, after its effect on corporate income taxes, but excluding interest and penalties.
Others claims.
(a)Exploraciones Mineras S.A. has filed a tax claim with the First Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region against Resolution Ex. No. 1130 issued by the Tax Department No. 2 of the Chilean IRS for East Santiago on April 30, 2019, which disallowed the tax loss of US$3.8 million declared in the 2016 tax year. The case is awaiting sentencing.
(b)SQM Salar maintains a tax claim with the Fourth Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region, due to the rejection of expenses for donations in the amount of ThUS$209.1. The case is awaiting resolution to commence the evidentiary stage.
(c)SQM Salar has filed a tax claim with the First Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region against Resolution Ex. DGC 17200 No. 152 of August 30, 2022, which disallowed the donation expense under Article 21 of the Income Tax Law. The case amounts to ThUS$319.4 million and is awaiting resolution to commence the evidentiary stage.
(d)The Company has filed a tax claim with the First Tax and Customs Court of the Metropolitan Region against Assessment No. 16 of August 30, 2022, which disallowed the donation expense under Article 21 of the Income Tax Law. The questioned donations were made to the same beneficiary institutions referred to in the previous liquidation. The case amounts to ThUS$511 million and is awaiting resolution to commence the evidentiary stage.

21.4     Other matters
The Company must comply with applicable Chilean and foreign anti-corruption, money laundering and other regulatory laws and regulations, including the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (“FCPA”). The Company received an information request and subpoena from the SEC requesting information regarding our business operations, compliance program and allegations of possible violations of the FCPA and other anti-corruption laws. The SEC has indicated that the investigation is not public and we are not aware of any findings to date. Management has initiated an internal review to identify information that responds to the SEC’s request and to actively cooperate in the SEC’s investigation.

21.5     Indirect guarantees
As of March 31, 2024, there are no indirect guarantees.
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Note 22    Gains (losses) from operating activities in the statement of income of expenses, included according to their nature.
22.1     Revenue from operating activities customer activities
The Group derives revenues from the sale of goods (which are recognized at one point in time) and from the provision of services (which are recognized over time) and are distributed among the following geographical areas and main product and service lines:
(a)Geographic areas:
For the period ended March 31, 2024
Geographic areasSpecialty plant nutritionIodine and derivativesLithium and derivativesPotassiumIndustrial chemicalsOtherTotal
ThUS$
Chile14,274408-3,8233403,36022,205
Latin America and the Caribbean21,5665,71060922,1751,7712151,852
Europe33,869101,61935,49913,7856,404140191,316
North America89,07338,47813,27515,33511,690158168,009
Asia and Others48,96993,887498,0148,5171,645103651,135
Total207,751240,102547,39763,63521,8503,7821,084,517

For the period ended March 31, 2023
Geographic areasSpecialty plant nutritionIodine and derivativesLithium and derivativesPotassiumIndustrial chemicalsOtherTotal
ThUS$
Chile16,7702131,3913,4374253,47125,707
Latin America and the Caribbean14,8406,8763,25241,6243,38612670,104
Europe30,831101,475120,09712,9027,263331272,899
North America109,36939,90245,49820,11113,011200228,091
Asia and Others49,13191,1821,475,9848,85841,851431,667,049
Total220,941239,6481,646,22286,93265,9364,1712,263,850


































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(b)Main product and service lines:
Products and ServicesFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Specialty plant nutrition207,751220,941
- Sodium Nitrates10,04210,491
- Potassium nitrate and sodium potassium nitrate119,709117,763
- Specialty Blends43,22749,897
- Other specialty fertilizers34,77342,790
Iodine and derivatives240,102239,648
Lithium and derivatives547,3971,646,222
Potassium63,63586,932
Industrial chemicals21,85065,936
Other3,7824,171
Total1,084,5172,263,850


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22.2     Cost of sales
Cost of sales broken down by nature of expense:
Nature of expense For the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Raw materials and consumables used(175,874)(162,887)
Classes of employee benefit expenses(61,864)(67,444)
Depreciation expense(66,783)(56,088)
Depreciation of Right-of-use Assets (IFRS 16)(3,626)(2,096)
Amortization expense(1,724)(4,676)
Investment plan expenses(10,440)(1,228)
Provision for materials, spare parts and supplies1,410(1,742)
Contractors(58,419)(57,668)
Operating leases(20,419)(22,246)
Mining patents(3,145)(1,655)
Operational transportation(21,099)(26,055)
Freight / product transportation costs(18,663)(21,468)
Purchase of products from third parties(71,442)(102,279)
Insurance(10,626)(14,615)
Corfo rights and other agreements(118,609)(721,393)
Export costs(40,549)(30,465)
Expenses related to variable lease payments (contracts under IFRS 16)(1,535)(1,204)
Variation in gross inventory(39,369)112,287
Variation in inventory provision21,542572
Other(14,754)(15,900)
Total(715,988)(1,198,250)


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22.3     Other income
Other incomeFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Discounts obtained from suppliers491389
Fines charged to suppliers(15)3,630
Amounts recovered from insurance53589
Overestimate of provisions for third-party obligations153357
Sale of assets classified as property, plant and equipment-2
Sales of materials, spare parts and supplies27350
Options on mining properties29-
Government Grants (1)-12,243
Others307401
Total1,29117,661

(1) The Company received an unconditional government grant for US$ 12,243 in March 2023, related to the permanence of its commercial office of SQM Shanghai Chemicals Co. Ltd. in the current district, which was recognized as part of this category.    

22.4     Administrative expenses
Administrative expensesFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Employee benefit expenses(17,414)(22,417)
Marketing costs(1,699)(1,512)
Amortization expenses(116)(88)
Entertainment expenses(1,166)(978)
Advisory services(4,952)(4,229)
Lease of buildings and facilities(316)(366)
Insurance (776)(858)
Office expenses(3,549)(3,227)
Contractors(2,456)(2,515)
Depreciation of Right-of-use Assets (contracts under IFRS 16)(1,137)(669)
Other expenses(4,740)(4,613)
Total(38,321)(41,472)


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22.5     Other expenses
Other expensesFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Impairment losses / reversals of impairment losses recognized in income for the year  
Properties, plant and equipment(9,918)-
Goodwill--
Subtotal(9,918)-
Other expenses, by nature  
Legal expenses(2,428)(1,227)
VAT and other unrecoverable taxes(401)(872)
Fines paid(79)(104)
Investment plan expenses(1,667)(2,362)
Contributions and donations (1,753)(11,100)
Contract expenses in locations(1,340)(213)
Other operating expenses1,385(81)
Subtotal(6,283)(15,959)
Total(16,201)(15,959)
22.6     Other (losses)
Other (losses)For the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Adjustment to prior periods due to applying the equity method54(286)
Effects from acquisition of subsidiary(4,075)-
Others1,985(1)
Total(2,036)(287)

22.7     Impairment losses and reversals for financial assets
(Impairment) reversal of value of financial assets
For the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
(Impairment) reversal of value of financial assets (See Note 13.2)
576(977)
Total576(977)




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22.8     Summary of expenses by nature    
The following summary considers notes 22.2, 22.4 and 22.5
Expenses by natureFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Raw materials and consumables(175,874)(162,887)
Employee benefit expenses(79,278)(89,861)
Depreciation expense(66,783)(56,088)
Depreciation of right-of-use assets(4,763)(2,765)
Impairment of properties, plant and equipment, intangible and Goodwill(9,918)-
Amortization expense(1,840)(4,764)
Legal expenses(2,428)(1,227)
Investment plan expenses(12,107)(3,590)
Provision for materials, spare parts and supplies1,410(1,742)
Contractors(62,215)(60,396)
Operational leases
(20,735)(22,612)
Mining patents(3,145)(1,655)
Operational transportation(21,099)(26,055)
Freight and product transportation costs(18,663)(21,468)
Purchase of products from third parties(71,442)(102,279)
Corfo rights and other agreements(118,609)(721,393)
Export costs(40,549)(30,465)
Expenses related to variable lease payments (contracts under IFRS 16)(1,535)(1,204)
Insurance(11,402)(15,473)
Consultant and advisor services(4,952)(4,229)
Variation in gross inventory(39,369)112,287
Variation in inventory provision21,542572
Other expenses(26,756)(38,387)
Total expenses by nature(770,510)(1,255,681)

22.9     Finance expenses
Finance expensesFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Interest expense from bank borrowings and overdrafts(1,212)(1,042)
Interest expense from bonds(37,015)(27,022)
Interest expense from loans(23,234)(4,676)
Reversal of capitalized interest expenses16,5588,519
Financial expenses for restoration and rehabilitation provisions1,617(919)
Interest on lease agreement(578)(360)
Other finance costs(2,975)(1,848)
Total (46,839)(27,348)


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22.9     Finance income
Finance incomeFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Interest from term deposits16,08121,015
Interest from marketable securities5,5418,054
Interest from maintenance of minimum bank balance in current account8443
Other finance income3,719782
Other finance interests135840
Total 26,32030,694

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Note 23    Reportable segments
23.1     Reportable segments
(a)General information:
The amount of each item presented in each operating segment is equal to that reported to the highest authority that makes decisions regarding the operation, in order to decide on the allocation of resources to the defined segments and to assess its performance.
These operating segments mentioned are consistent with the way the Company is managed and how results will be reported by the Company. These segments reflect separate operating results that are regularly reviewed by the executive responsible for operational decisions in order to make decisions about the resources to be allocated to the segment and assess its performance (See Note 23.2).
The performance of each segment is measured based on net income and revenues. Inter-segment sales are made using terms and conditions at current market rates.
(b)Factors used to identify segments on which a report should be presented:
The segments covered in the report are strategic business units that offer different products and services. These are managed separately because each business requires different technology and marketing strategies.
(c)Description of the types of products and services from which each reportable segment obtains its income from ordinary activities
The operating segments are as follows:
i.Specialty plant nutrients
ii.Iodine and its derivatives
iii.Lithium and its derivatives
iv.Industrial chemicals
v.Potassium
vi.Other products and services

(d)Description of income sources for all the other segments
Information regarding assets, liabilities, profits and expenses that cannot be assigned to the segments indicated in Note 23.2 and 23.3 due to the nature of production processes, is included under the "Unallocated amounts” category of the disclosed information.

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(e)Description of the nature of the differences between measurements of results of reportable segments and the result of the entity before the expense or income tax expense of incomes and discontinued operations
The information reported in the segments is extracted from the Company’s consolidated financial statements and therefore there is no need to prepare reconciliations between the data mentioned above and those reported in the respective segments, according to what is stated in paragraph 28 of IFRS 8, "Operating Segments".
For the allocation of inventory valuation costs, we identify the direct expenses (can be directly allocated to products) and the common expenses (belong to co-    production processes, for example common leaching expenses for production of Iodine and Nitrates), Direct costs are directly allocated to the product and the common costs are distributed according to percentages that consider different variables in their determination, such as margins, rotation of inventories, revenue, production etc.
The allocation of other common costs that are not included in the inventory valuation process, but go straight to the cost of sales, use similar criteria: the costs associated with a product or sales in particular are assigned to that particular product or sales, and the common costs associated with different products or business lines are allocated according to the sales.
(f)Description of the nature of the differences between measurements of assets of reportable segments and the Company´s assets
Assets are not shown classified by segments, as this information is not readily available, some of these assets are not separable by the type of activity by which they are affected since this information is not used by management in decision-making with respect to resources to be allocated to each defined segment. All assets are disclosed in the "unallocated amounts" category.
(g)Description of the nature of the differences between measurements of liabilities of reportable segments and the Company’s liabilities
Liabilities are not shown classified by segments, as this information is not readily available, some of these liabilities are not separable by the type of activity by which they are affected, since this information is not used by management in decision-making regarding resources to be allocated to each defined segment. All liabilities are disclosed in the "unallocated amounts" category.
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23.2     Reportable segment disclosures:
Operating segment items for as of March 31, 2024Specialty plant nutrientsIodine and its derivativesLithium and its derivativesIndustrial chemicalsPotassium Other products and servicesReportable segmentsOperating segmentsUnallocated amountsTotal as of March 31, 2024
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Revenue207,751240,102547,39721,85063,6353,7821,084,5171,084,517-1,084,517
Revenues from transactions with other operating segments of the same entity----------
Revenues from external customers and transactions with other operating segments of the same entity207,751240,102547,39721,85063,6353,7821,084,5171,084,517-1,084,517
Costs of sales(164,889)(100,828)(376,003)(13,160)(57,168)(3,940)-(715,988)-(715,988)
Administrative expenses--------(38,321)(38,321)
Finance expense--------(46,839)(46,839)
Depreciation and amortization expense(15,170)(13,741)(36,727)(1,258)(6,468)(22)(73,386)(73,386)-(73,386)
The entity’s interest in the profit or loss of associates and joint ventures accounted for by the equity method--------4,5554,555
Income before taxes42,862139,274171,3948,6906,467(158)368,529368,529(68,353)300,176
Income tax expense--------(1,168,843)(1,168,843)
Net income (loss)42,862139,274171,3948,6906,467(158)368,529368,529(1,237,196)(868,667)
Assets--------10,587,63610,587,636
Equity-accounted investees--------84,90484,904
Incorporation of non-current assets other than financial instruments, deferred tax assets, net defined benefit assets and rights arising from insurance contracts--------463,748463,748
Liabilities--------5,899,1945,899,194
Impairment loss of financial assets recognized in profit or loss--------576576
Impairment loss of non-financial assets recognized in profit or loss--------(9,918)(9,918)
Cash flows          
Cash flows from operating activities--------150,566150,566
Cash flows used in investing activities--------150,761150,761
Cash flows from financing activities--------(12,447)(12,447)
 

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Operating segment items for as of March 31, 2023Specialty plant nutrientsIodine and its derivativesLithium and its derivativesIndustrial chemicalsPotassium Other products and servicesReportable segmentsOperating segmentsUnallocated amountsTotal as of March 31, 2023
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Revenue220,941239,6481,646,22265,93686,9324,1712,263,8502,263,850-2,263,850
Revenues from transactions with other operating segments of the same entity----------
Revenues from external customers and transactions with other operating segments of the same entity220,941239,6481,646,22265,93686,9324,1712,263,8502,263,850-2,263,850
Costs of sales(146,428)(86,818)(851,139)(52,395)(56,730)(4,740)(1,198,250)(1,198,250)-(1,198,250)
Administrative expenses--------(41,472)(41,472)
Finance expense--------(27,348)(27,348)
Depreciation and amortization expense(15,802)(13,032)(27,133)(3,588)(4,034)(28)(63,617)(63,617)-(63,617)
The entity’s interest in the profit or loss of associates and joint ventures accounted for by the equity method--------425425
Income before taxes74,512152,830795,08313,54130,202(568)1,065,6001,065,600(32,161)1,033,439
Income tax expense--------(281,901)(281,901)
Net income (loss)74,512152,830795,08313,54130,202(568)1,065,6001,065,600(314,062)751,538
Assets--------11,167,93511,167,935
Equity-accounted investees--------69,50869,508
Incorporation of non-current assets other than financial instruments, deferred tax assets, net defined benefit assets and rights arising from insurance contracts--------2,315,4322,315,432
Liabilities--------5,702,4185,702,418
Impairment loss of financial assets recognized in profit or loss--------(977)(977)
Impairment loss of non-financial assets recognized in profit or loss----------
Cash flows
Cash flows from operating activities--------(618,811)(618,811)
Cash flows used in investing activities--------(32,258)(32,258)
Cash flows from financing activities--------24,81124,811
 


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23.3     Statement of comprehensive income classified by reportable segments based on groups of products
Items in the statement of comprehensive income as of March 31, 2024Specialty plant nutrientsIodine and its derivativesLithium and its derivativesIndustrial chemicalsPotassium Other products and servicesCorporate Unit Total segments and corporate unit
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Revenue207,751240,102547,39721,85063,6353,782-1,084,517
Costs of sales(164,889)(100,828)(376,003)(13,160)(57,168)(3,940)-(715,988)
Gross profit42,862139,274171,3948,6906,467(158)-368,529
Other incomes by function------1,2911,291
Administrative expenses------(38,321)(38,321)
Other expenses by function------(16,201)(16,201)
Impairment of gains and review of impairment losses (impairment losses) determined in accordance with IFRS 9------576576
Other (losses)------(2,036)(2,036)
Financial income ------26,32026,320
Financial costs------(46,839)(46,839)
Interest in the profit (loss) of associates and joint ventures accounted for by the equity method------4,5554,555
Exchange differences------2,3022,302
Profit (loss) before taxes42,862139,274171,3948,6906,467(158)(68,353)300,176
Income tax expense------(1,168,843)(1,168,843)
Profit (loss) net42,862139,274171,3948,6906,467(158)(1,237,196)(868,667)
 










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Items in the statement of comprehensive income as of March 31, 2023Specialty plant nutrientsIodine and its derivativesLithium and its derivativesIndustrial chemicalsPotassium Other products and servicesCorporate Unit Total segments and corporate unit
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Revenue220,940239,6481,646,22265,93686,9324,172-2,263,850
Costs of sales(146,428)(86,818)(851,139)(52,395)(56,730)(4,740)-(1,198,250)
Gross profit74,512152,830795,08313,54130,202(568)-1,065,600
Other incomes by function------17,66117,661
Administrative expenses------(41,472)(41,472)
Other expenses by function------(15,959)(15,959)
Impairment of gains and review of impairment losses (impairment losses) determined in accordance with IFRS 9------(977)(977)
Other losses------(287)(287)
Financial income ------30,69430,694
Financial costs------(27,348)(27,348)
Interest in the profit (loss) of associates and joint ventures accounted for by the equity method------425425
Exchange differences------5,1025,102
Profit (loss) before taxes74,512152,830795,08313,54130,202(568)(32,161)1,033,439
Income tax expense------(281,901)(281,901)
Profit (loss) net74,512152,830795,08313,54130,202(568)(314,062)751,538
 

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23.4     Disclosures on geographical areas
As indicated in paragraph 33 of IFRS 8, the entity discloses geographical information on its revenue from operating activities with external customers and from non-current assets that are not financial instruments, deferred income tax assets, assets related to post-employment benefits or rights derived from insurance contracts.
23.5     Disclosures on main customers
With respect to the degree of dependency of the Company on its customers, in accordance with paragraph 34 of IFRS 8, the Company has no external customers who individually represent 10% or more of its revenue.

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23.6     Segments by geographical areas
Segments by geographical areasChileLatin America and the CaribbeanEuropeNorth America Asia and others Total
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Revenue as of March 31, 202422,20551,852191,316168,009651,1351,084,517
Non-current assets at March 31, 2024
      
Investment accounted for under the equity method--50,07823,02211,80484,904
Intangible assets other than goodwill66,6215206,35375780,217154,468
Goodwill-86148724-958
Property, plant and equipment, net2,959,0536,83414,2186,280739,1493,725,534
Right-of-use assets29,6512453,5958,61727,66669,774
Other non-current assets61,49118-5,099297,621364,229
Non-current assets3,116,8167,70374,39244,4991,156,4574,399,867
       

Segments by geographical areasChileLatin America and the CaribbeanEuropeNorth America Asia and others Total
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Revenue as of March 31, 202325,70770,104272,899228,0911,667,0492,263,850
Non-current assets at December 31, 2023
      
Investment accounted for under the equity method-22,49042,72617,6573,54486,417
Intangible assets other than goodwill67,6713606,44087680,527155,874
Goodwill-86148724-958
Property, plant and equipment, net2,888,77877614,4856,322699,5763,609,937
Right-of-use assets32,359193,7168,61928,48073,193
Other non-current assets60,36318-5,099308,220373,700
Non-current assets3,049,17123,74967,51539,2971,120,3474,300,079
       

    
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Note 24 Effect of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates
(a)Reserves for foreign currency exchange differences:

For the periods ended March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, are detailed as follows:
Details
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Changes in equity generated by the equity method value through conversion:
Comercial Hydro S.A. 1,0041,004
SQMC Internacional Ltda. (9)(9)
Proinsa Ltda. (10)(10)
Comercial Agrorama Ltda.192188
Isapre Norte Grande Ltda.(228)(147)
Almacenes y Depósitos Ltda.653662
Sacal S.A.(3)(3)
Sociedad Prestadora de Servicios de Salud Cruz del Norte S.A.(61)(41)
Agrorama S.A.860730
SQM Vitas Fzco(1,712)(1,164)
Ajay Europe (1,846)(1,529)
SQM Oceanía Pty Ltd.(579)(579)
SQM Indonesia S.A.(124)(124)
SQM Holland B.V.9999
SQM Thailand Limited(68)(68)
SQM Europe(1,983)(1,983)
SQM Australia Pty Ltd.(1,511)(1,643)
Pavoni & C. Spa(335)(224)
SQM Colombia SAS(80)(80)
Total(5,741)(4,921)

(b)Functional and presentation currency

The functional currency of these companies corresponds to the currency of the country of origin of each entity, and its presentation currency is the dollar.

(c)Reasons to use one presentation currency and a different functional currency

A relevant portion of the revenues of these subsidiaries are associated with the local currency.
The cost structure of these companies is affected by the local currency.

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Note 25 Disclosures on the effects of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates
(a)Assets held in foreign currency subject to fluctuations in exchange rates are detailed as follows:
Class of assetsCurrency
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Cash and cash equivalentsUSD1,002,022855,001
Cash and cash equivalentsCLP6,2863,425
Cash and cash equivalentsCNY183,96931,362
Cash and cash equivalentsEUR3,92411,183
Cash and cash equivalentsGBP1026
Cash and cash equivalentsAUD94,610108,883
Cash and cash equivalentsMXN277649
Cash and cash equivalentsAED26
Cash and cash equivalentsJPY680899
Cash and cash equivalentsNOK58
Cash and cash equivalentsZAR6,11110,559
Cash and cash equivalentsKRW17,83719,364
Cash and cash equivalentsIDR33
Cash and cash equivalentsPLN11
Subtotal cash and cash equivalents1,315,7371,041,369
Other current financial assetsUSD641,352879,612
Other current financial assetsBRL8410
Other current financial assetsCLP323,370446,221
Subtotal other current financial assets964,8061,325,843
Other current non-financial assetsUSD40,28622,092
Other current non-financial assetsAUD3,9124,870
Other current non-financial assetsCLF112227
Other current non-financial assetsCLP39,99285,079
Other current non-financial assetsCNY494529
Other current non-financial assetsEUR5211,304
Other current non-financial assetsCOP317294
Other current non-financial assetsMXN2,7392,014
Other current non-financial assetsTHB22
Other current non-financial assetsJPY2,4632,267
Other current non-financial assetsZAR1,30441
Other current non-financial assetsKRW4,60318,031
Subtotal other non-financial current assets96,745136,750
Trade and other receivablesUSD577,222516,261
Trade and other receivablesBRL548
Trade and other receivablesCLF1,1891,330
Trade and other receivablesCLP44,57761,146
Trade and other receivablesCNY243,655282,117
Trade and other receivablesEUR42,83925,542
Trade and other receivablesGBP423147
Trade and other receivablesMXN780670
Trade and other receivablesAED2,2801,467
Trade and other receivablesJPY472382
Trade and other receivablesAUD3,2752,598
Trade and other receivablesZAR10,81412,295
Trade and other receivablesCOP2,9293,210
Trade and other receivablesKRW3798
Subtotal trade and other receivables 930,888907,181
Receivables from related partiesUSD15,86940,236
Receivables from related partiesEUR3,6093,017
Subtotal receivables from related parties19,47843,253
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Class of assetsCurrency
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Current inventoriesUSD1,756,7671,774,594
Subtotal Current Inventories1,756,7671,774,594
Current tax assetsUSD530,715611,841
Current tax assetsBRL22
Current tax assetsCLP5,6913,637
Current tax assetsCNY--
Current tax assetsEUR8,98413,556
Current tax assetsMXN6,7245,216
Current tax assetsPEN1,901-
Current tax assetsJPY-11
Current tax assetsZAR63829
Current tax assetsCOP2,5852,741
Subtotal current tax assets557,240637,033
Non-current assets or groups of assets classified as held for saleUSD118118
Subtotal Non-current assets or groups of assets classified as held for sale118118
Total current assets 5,641,7795,866,141
Other non-current financial assetsUSD220,231248,281
Subtotal Other non-current financial assets220,231248,281
Other non-current non-financial assetsUSD66,73965,616
Other non-current non-financial assetsCNY297,490308,084
Subtotal Other non-current non-financial assets364,229373,700
Other receivables, non-currentUSD707705
Other receivables, non-currentCLF649
Other receivables, non-currentMXN339179
Other receivables, non-currentKRW271667
Other receivables, non-currentCLP523999
Subtotal Other receivables, non-current1,9042,559
Investments classified using the equity method of accountingUSD69,37276,532
Investments classified using the equity method of accountingAED2,4172,778
Investments classified using the equity method of accountingEUR13,1157,107
Subtotal Investments classified using the equity method of accounting84,90486,417
Intangible assets other than goodwillUSD154,468155,874
Subtotal intangible assets other than goodwill154,468155,874
Purchases goodwill, grossUSD958958
Subtotal Purchases goodwill, gross958958
Property, plant and equipmentUSD
3,725,534
3,609,937
Subtotal property, plant and equipment3,725,534
3,609,937
Right-of-use assetsUSD
69,774
73,193
Subtotal Right-of-use assets69,774
73,193
Non-current tax assetsUSD
59,540
986,274
Subtotal non-current tax assets59,540
986,274
Deferred Tax AssetsUSD264,315302,236
Subtotal Deferred Tax Assets264,315302,236
Total non-current assets 4,945,8575,839,429
Total assets10,587,63611,705,570




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Class of liability As of March 31, 2024As of December 31, 2023
CurrencyUp to 90 daysMore than 90 days to 1 yearTotalUp to 90 daysMore than 90 days to 1 yearTotal
 ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Current liabilities
Other current financial liabilitiesUSD550,085926,2651,476,350773,314462,6561,235,970
Other current financial liabilitiesCLF-16,82816,82820,19133820,529
Subtotal other current financial liabilities550,085943,0931,493,178793,505462,9941,256,499
Lease liabilities, currentUSD-9,2589,258-9,2939,293
Lease liabilities, currentCLF-2,0902,090-2,2842,284
Lease liabilities, currentMXN-3,4943,494-3,5733,573
Lease liabilities, currentEUR-441441-438438
Lease liabilities, currentAUD-2,5232,523-2,6042,604
Subtotal Lease liabilities, current-17,80617,806-18,19218,192
Trade and other payablesUSD125,5297,026132,55587,0437,31094,353
Trade and other payablesCLF1,831-1,8313,614-3,614
Trade and other payablesBRL13-1312-12
Trade and other payablesTHB4-44-4
Trade and other payablesCLP139,6051,548141,153227,99052228,042
Trade and other payablesCNY25,407-25,40728,562-28,562
Trade and other payablesEUR50,6555,85656,51152,8836,39959,282
Trade and other payablesGBP18-1818-18
Trade and other payablesMXN1,718-1,7181,499-1,499
Trade and other payablesAUD30,996-30,99632,439732,446
Trade and other payablesZAR1,240-1,240984-984
Trade and other payablesAED------
Trade and other payablesCHF23-2321-21
Trade and other payablesCOP242-242302-302
Trade and other payablesCAD10-102-2
Trade and other payablesKRW151-151492-492
Subtotal trade and other payables377,44214,430391,872435,86513,768449,633
Trade payables due to related partiesUSD-5,7635,763---
Trade payables due to related partiesAUD1,133-1,1332,346-2,346
Subtotal Trade payables due to related parties1,1335,7636,8962,346-2,346
Other current provisionsUSD232,995120,454353,449384,9726,793391,765
Other current provisionsCLP242-242332-332
Other current provisionsJPY222-222225-225
Subtotal other current provisions233,459120,454353,913385,5296,793392,322

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Class of liability As of March 31, 2024As of December 31, 2023
CurrencyUp to90 days91 days to 1 yearTotalUp to90 days91 days to 1 yearTotal
 ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Current tax liabilitiesUSD-10,91310,913-9,8059,805
Current tax liabilitiesCLP-2,5502,550-513513
Current tax liabilitiesEUR-4,8144,814-4,8504,850
Current tax liabilitiesCNY-274274-356356
Current tax liabilitiesJPY-1515---
Current tax liabilitiesAUD-194194-169169
Current tax liabilitiesZAR-786786---
Current tax liabilitiesKRW-547547-5,1975,197
Subtotal current tax liabilities-20,09320,093-20,89020,890
Provisions for employee benefits, currentUSD8,479-8,47921,575-21,575
Provisions for employee benefits, currentAUD657-657492-492
Provisions for employee benefits, currentEUR474-474560-560
Provisions for employee benefits, currentMXN206-206202-202
Provisions for employee benefits, currentPEN37-37---
Provisions for employee benefits, currentCLP66-661,117-1,117
Subtotal Provisions for employee benefits, current9,919-9,91923,946-23,946
Other current non-financial liabilitiesUSD74,92630175,22757,11461,037118,151
Other current non-financial liabilitiesBRL13-1317-17
Other current non-financial liabilitiesCLP30,29743630,73332,78024,78757,567
Other current non-financial liabilitiesCNY62-62134-134
Other current non-financial liabilitiesEUR2,1117672,8786699691,638
Other current non-financial liabilitiesMXN1,134-1,13496616982
Other current non-financial liabilitiesPEN93-93---
Other current non-financial liabilitiesJPY40105049-49
Other current non-financial liabilitiesCOP86-86202-202
Other current non-financial liabilitiesARS-482482---
Other current non-financial liabilitiesZAR66-66550-550
Other current non-financial liabilitiesKRW1,794-1,7948,015-8,015
Subtotal other current non-financial liabilities110,6221,996112,618100,49686,809187,305
Total current liabilities 1,282,6601,123,6352,406,2951,741,687609,4462,351,133


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Class of liability As of March 31, 2024
CurrencyOver 1 year to 2 yearsOver 2 years to 3 yearsOver 3 years to 4 yearsOver 4 years to 5 yearsOver 5 yearsTotal
 ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Non-current liabilities
Other non-current financial liabilitiesUSD198,562-97,245-2,294,2072,590,014
Other non-current financial liabilitiesCLF----350,303350,303
Subtotal Other non-current financial liabilities198,562-97,245-2,644,5102,940,317
Non-current lease liabilitiesUSD-10,159-5,645-15,804
Non-current lease liabilitiesCLP---20-20
Non-current lease liabilitiesCLF-8,520---8,520
Non-current lease liabilitiesMXN---3,443-3,443
Non-current lease liabilitiesEUR---3,203-3,203
Non-current lease liabilitiesAUD---20,989-20,989
Subtotal non-current lease liabilities
-18,679-33,300-51,979
Other non-current provisionsUSD-25,070--31,77356,843
Subtotal Other non-current provisions-25,070--31,77356,843
Deferred tax liabilitiesUSD-388,516---388,516
Subtotal Deferred tax liabilities-388,516---388,516
Provisions for employee benefits, non-currentUSD2317,707--11,95719,895
Provisions for employee benefits, non-currentCLP34,670----34,670
Provisions for employee benefits, non-currentMXN319----319
Provisions for employee benefits, non-currentAUD----102102
Provisions for employee benefits, non-currentJPY203----203
Provisions for employee benefits, non-currentEUR55----55
Subtotal Provisions for employee benefits, non-current 35,4787,707--12,05955,244
Total non-current liabilities 234,040439,97297,24533,3002,688,3423,492,899
Total liabilities5,899,194


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Class of liability As of December 31, 2023
CurrencyOver 1 year to 2 yearsOver 2 years to 3 yearsOver 3 years to 4 yearsOver 4 years to 5 yearsOver 5 yearsTotal
 ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Non-current liabilities
Other non-current financial liabilitiesUSD249,963195,83399,685-2,271,3262,816,807
Other non-current financial liabilitiesCLF----396,615396,615
Subtotal Other non-current financial liabilities249,963195,83399,685-2,667,9413,213,422
Non-current lease liabilitiesUSD-13,059-4,843-17,902
Non-current lease liabilitiesCLP---21-21
Non-current lease liabilitiesCLF-8,971---8,971
Non-current lease liabilitiesMXN---4,235-4,235
Non-current lease liabilitiesEUR---3,315-3,315
Non-current lease liabilitiesAUD---22,522-22,522
Subtotal non-current lease liabilities
-22,030-34,936-56,966
Other non-current provisionsUSD-27,599--32,85160,450
Subtotal Other non-current provisions-27,599--32,85160,450
Deferred tax liabilitiesUSD-394,688---394,688
Subtotal Deferred tax liabilities-394,688---394,688
Provisions for employee benefits, non-currentUSD10,0088,066--44018,514
Provisions for employee benefits, non-currentCLP42,813----42,813
Provisions for employee benefits, non-currentMXN314----314
Provisions for employee benefits, non-currentAUD----9191
Provisions for employee benefits, non-currentJPY218----218
Provisions for employee benefits, non-currentEUR56----56
Subtotal Provisions for employee benefits, non-current 53,4098,066--53162,006
Total non-current liabilities 303,372648,21699,68534,9362,701,3233,787,532
Total liabilities6,138,665

(a)Effects of changes in foreign currency exchange rates on the statement of net income and other comprehensive income.
Foreign currency exchange rate changesFor the period from January to March of the year
20242023
ThUS$ThUS$
Foreign currency loss2,3025,102
Foreign currency translation reserve(636)651
Total1,6665,753

The average and closing exchange rate for foreign currency is disclosed in Note 3.3
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Note 26 Income tax and deferred taxes
Tax receivables as of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, are as follows:
26.1     Current and non-current tax assets
(a)    Current
Current tax assets
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Monthly provisional income tax payments, Chilean companies508,144584,382
Monthly provisional income tax payments, foreign companies22,93026,741
Corporate tax credits (1)2,1481,918
1st category tax absorbed by tax losses (2)1,8971,872
Taxes in recovery process22,12122,120
Total557,240637,033
(b) Non-current
Non-current tax assets
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Total tax paid by SQM Salar (see note 21.3)59,540986,274
Total
59,540
986,274

(1) The monthly provisional tax payments (PPM in Spanish) of Chilean companies are presented net of the lithium mining specific tax liability in the amount of ThUS$170.9. See note 21.3 Tax contingencies.

(2) These credits are available for companies and are related to corporate tax payments in April of the following year. These credits include, among others, credits for training expenses (SENCE) and credits in Chile for taxes paid abroad.

(3) This concept corresponds to the tax loss absorption determined by the company at the end of the year, which must be attributed to the dividends received during the year.

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26.2     Current tax liabilities
Current tax liabilities
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Chilean income tax6,525636
Foreign company income tax13,56820,254
Total20,09320,890

Income tax is calculated based on the profit or loss for tax purposes that is applied to the effective tax rate applicable in Chile. As established by Law No. 20,780 is 27%.
The royalty is determined by applying the taxable rate to the net operating income obtained, according to the chart in force. The Company currently provisioned 6.10% for mining royalties that involve operations in the Salar de Atacama the SQM Salar S.A., and 5% for caliche the SQM Nitratos S.A. extraction operations.
The income tax rate for the main countries where the Company operates is presented below:

CountryIncome taxIncome tax
20242023
Spain25%25%
Belgium25%25%
Mexico30%30%
United States 21% +3%21% + 3%
South Africa27%27%
South Korea
24% (2)
24%
China
25%+12% (1)
25%+12% (1)
 
(a)Additional tax of 12% on VAT payable.
(b)Sliding scale from 9% to 24% of taxable income.

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26.3     Income tax and deferred taxes
(a)Deferred tax assets and liabilities as of March 31, 2024
Description of deferred tax assets and liabilities as of March 31, 2024Net liability position
AssetsLiabilities
ThUS$ThUS$
Unrealized loss277,937-
Property, plant and equipment and capitalized interest (1)-(242,692)
Restoration and rehabilitation provision4,443-
Manufacturing expenses-(172,808)
Employee benefits and unemployment insurance-(8,495)
Vacation accrual7,544-
Inventory provision29,430-
Materials provision14,103-
Others employee benefits6,849-
Research and development expenses-(16,950)
Bad debt provision541-
Provision for legal complaints and expenses3,584-
Loan acquisition expenses-(13,199)
Financial instruments recorded at market value-(47,732)
Specific tax on mining activity-(3,112)
Tax loss benefit39,384-
Other-(4,965)
Foreign items (other)1,937-
Balances to date385,752(509,953)
Net balance(124,201)
(a)This includes right-of-use assets.

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(b)Deferred tax assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2023

Description of deferred tax assets and liabilities as of December 31, 2023Net liability position
AssetsLiabilities
ThUS$ThUS$
Unrealized loss321,340-
Property, plant and equipment and capitalized interest (1)-(240,056)
Restoration and rehabilitation provision6,336-
Manufacturing expenses-(159,879)
Employee benefits and unemployment insurance-(9,438)
Vacation accrual9,373-
Inventory provision34,718-
Materials provision14,405-
Others employee benefits6,561-
Research and development expenses-(16,046)
Bad debt provision3,060-
Provision for legal complaints and expenses2,932-
Loan acquisition expenses-(12,735)
Financial instruments recorded at market value-(52,016)
Specific tax on mining activity-(3,303)
Tax loss benefit23,340-
Other-(21,119)
Foreign items (other)75-
Balances to date422,140(514,592)
Net balance(92,452)
(a)This item includes right-of-use assets.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities in the consolidated statement of financial position as of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, are as follows:
Movements of deferred tax assets and liabilities
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Deferred tax assets264,315302,236
Deferred tax liabilities(388,516)(394,688)
Total(124,201)(92,452)





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(c)Reconciliation of changes in deferred tax assets (liabilities) as of March 31, 2024
Reconciliation of changes in deferred tax assets (liabilities) in deferred tax as of March 31, 2024
Deferred tax asset (liability) at beginning of periodDeferred tax (expense) benefit recognized in profit loss for the yearDeferred taxes related to items (credited) charged directly to equityTotal change in deferred taxesDeferred tax asset (liability) at end of period
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Unrealized loss321,340(43,403)-(43,403)277,937
Property, plant and equipment and capitalized interest(240,056)(2,636)-(2,636)(242,692)
Restoration and rehabilitation provision6,336(1,893)-(1,893)4,443
Manufacturing expenses(159,879)(12,929)-(12,929)(172,808)
Employee benefits and unemployment insurance(9,438)2,291(1,348)943(8,495)
Vacation accrual9,373(1,829)-(1,829)7,544
Inventory provision34,718(5,288)-(5,288)29,430
Materials provision14,405(302)-(302)14,103
Derivative financial instruments-(205)205--
Others employee benefits6,561288-2886,849
Research and development expenses(16,046)(904)-(904)(16,950)
Bad debt provision3,060(2,519)-(2,519)541
Provision for legal complaints and expenses2,932652-6523,584
Loan approval expenses(12,735)(464)-(464)(13,199)
Financial instruments recorded at market value(52,016)4,191934,284(47,732)
Specific tax on mining activity(3,303)1901191(3,112)
Tax loss benefit23,34016,044-16,04439,384
Others(21,119)16,154-16,154(4,965)
Foreign items (other)75(6)1,8681,8621,937
Total temporary differences, unused losses and unused tax credits(92,452)(32,568)819(31,749)(124,201)

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(d)    Reconciliation of changes in deferred tax assets (liabilities) as of December 31, 2023
Reconciliation of changes in deferred tax assets (liabilities) in deferred tax as of December 31, 2023
Deferred tax asset (liability) at beginning of periodDeferred tax (expense) benefit recognized in profit loss for the yearDeferred taxes related to items (credited) charged directly to equityTotal change in deferred taxesDeferred tax asset (liability) at end of period
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
Unrealized loss655,695(334,355)-(334,355)321,340
Property, plant and equipment and capitalized interest(244,560)4,504-4,504(240,056)
Restoration and rehabilitation provision4,6851,651-1,6516,336
Manufacturing expenses(139,383)(20,496)-(20,496)(159,879)
Employee benefits and unemployment insurance(8,995)(2,020)1,577(443)(9,438)
Vacation accrual7,6501,723-1,7239,373
Inventory provision27,5127,206-7,20634,718
Materials provision11,9152,490-2,49014,405
Derivative financial instruments-5,047(5,047)--
Others employee benefits1,1775,384-5,3846,561
Research and development expenses(12,294)(3,752)-(3,752)(16,046)
Bad debt provision7152,345-2,3453,060
Provision for legal complaints and expenses6,827(3,895)-(3,895)2,932
Loan approval expenses(8,793)(3,942)-(3,942)(12,735)
Financial instruments recorded at market value5,226-(57,242)(57,242)(52,016)
Specific tax on mining activity(5,799)2,49152,496(3,303)
Tax loss benefit10,05913,281-13,28123,340
Others2,913(24,032)-(24,032)(21,119)
Foreign items (other)96(21)-(21)75
Total temporary differences, unused losses and unused tax credits314,646(346,391)(60,707)(407,098)(92,452)

(e) Deferred taxes related to benefits for tax losses
The Company’s tax loss carryforwards were mainly generated by losses in Chile, which in accordance with current Chilean tax regulations have no expiration date.
As of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023, tax loss carryforwards are detailed as follows:
Deferred taxes related to benefits for tax losses
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Chile17,37116,087
Foreign22,0137,253
Total39,38423,340
The tax losses as of March 31, 2024, which are the basis for these deferred taxes correspond mainly to Servicios Integrales de Tránsitos y Transferencias S.A., SQM Potasio S.A., Comercial Hydro S.A., Orcoma SpA., SCM Búfalo, SQM Europe N.V, SQM North América Corp., SQM Holland B.V., SQM Comercial de Mexico S.A. de CV, SQM Iberian S.A., SQM Shanghai Chemicals Co, SQM Colombia S.A.A. and Soquimich LLC.




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(f)     Movements in deferred tax assets and liabilities
Movements in deferred tax assets and liabilities as of March 31, 2024, and December 31, 2023 are detailed as follows:
Movements in deferred tax assets and liabilitiesAssets (liabilities)
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Deferred tax assets and liabilities, net opening balance(92,452)314,646
Increase (decrease) in deferred taxes in profit or loss(32,568)(346,391)
Increase (decrease) deferred taxes in equity
819(60,707)
Total(124,201)(92,452)

(g)    Disclosures on income tax (expenses) benefit
Current and deferred tax (expenses) benefit are detailed as follows:
Disclosures on income tax (expense) benefits
(Expense) Income
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Current income tax (expense) benefit  
Current tax (expenses)(38,688)(384,179)
Deferred (expense) benefit from taxes related to the origination and reversal of temporary differences (32,568)102,278
Current income tax expense, net, total(71,256)(281,901)
(Expenses) for specific taxes on lithium-related mining activity (see note 21.3)(1,097,587)-
Income tax expense (1,168,843)(281,901)

Income tax (expenses) benefits for foreign and domestic parties are detailed as follows:
Income tax (expense) benefit
(Expense) Income
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
December 31,
 2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Current income tax benefit (expense) by foreign and domestic parties, net  
Current income tax (expenses), foreign parties, net(2,145)(64,434)
Current income tax (expenses), domestic, net(36,543)(319,745)
(Expenses) for specific taxes on lithium-related mining activity (see note 21.3)(1,097,587)-
Current income tax expense, net, total(1,136,275)(384,179)
Deferred tax benefit (expense) by foreign and domestic parties, net  
Current income tax (expense) benefit, foreign parties, net31,30814,986
Current income tax (expense) benefit, domestic, net(63,876)87,292
Deferred tax expense, net, total(32,568)102,278
Income tax expense(1,168,843)(281,901)




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(h)    Disclosures on the tax effects of other comprehensive income components:
Income tax related to other income and expense components with a charge or credit to net equityAs of March 31, 2024
Amount before taxes (expense) gain(Expense) income for income taxesAmount after taxes
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
(Losses) income from defined benefit plans4,944(1,347)3,597
Cash flow hedge(760)205(555)
Reserve for gains (losses) from financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income(12,074)93(11,981)
Total(7,890)(1,049)(8,939)

Income tax related to other income and expense components with a charge or credit to net equityAs of March 31, 2023
Amount before taxes (expense) gain(Expense) income for income taxesAmount after taxes
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
(Losses) income from defined benefit plans(1,724)705(1,019)
Cash flow hedges12,756(3,444)9,312
Reserve for gains (losses) from financial assets measured at fair value through other comprehensive income(1,619)437(1,182)
Total9,413(2,302)7,111

(i)     Explanation of the relationship between (expense) benefit for tax purposes and accounting income.
Based on IAS 12, paragraph 81, letter “c”, the company has estimated that the method that discloses the most significant information for users of the financial statements is the numeric conciliation between the tax benefit (expense) and the result of multiplying the accounting profit by the current rate in Chile. The aforementioned choice is based on the fact that the Company and subsidiaries established in Chile generate a large part of the Company’s tax benefit (expense). The amounts provided by subsidiaries established outside Chile have no relative importance in the overall context.

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Reconciliation between the tax benefit (expense) and the tax calculated by multiplying income before taxes by the Chilean corporate income tax rate.
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)(Expense) Benefit
As of
March 31,
2024
As of
March 31,
2023
ThUS$ThUS$
Consolidated income before taxes300,1761,033,439
Statutory Income tax rate in Chile27%27%
Tax expense using the statutory tax rate(81,048)(279,029)
Net effect of royalty tax payments (1,047)(7,755)
Net effect from payment of the specific tax on lithium-related mining activities (see note 21.3)(1,097,587)-
Tax effect of income from regular activities exempt from taxation and dividends from abroad(2,497)(335)
Tax rate effect of non-tax-deductible expenses for determining taxable profit (loss)(1,800)(354)
Effect due to the difference in tax rates related to abroad subsidiaries14,9166,010
Other tax effects of reconciliation of accounting income to tax expense220(438)
Tax expense using the effective tax rate(1,168,843)(281,901)

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(j)    Tax periods potentially subject to verification:
The Group’s Companies are potentially subject to income tax audits by tax authorities in each country. These audits are limited to a number of interim tax periods, which, in general, when they elapse, give rise to the expiration of these inspections.
Tax audits, due to their nature, are often complex and may require several years. Below, we provide a summary of tax periods that are potentially subject to verification, in accordance with the tax regulations in force in the country of origin:
(a)Chile
According to article 200 of Decree Law No 830, the taxes will be reviewed for any deficiencies in terms of payment and to generate any taxes that might arise. There is a 3-year prescriptive period for such review, dating from the expiration of the legal deadline when payment should have been made. This prescriptive period can be extended to 6 years for the revision of taxes subject to declaration, when such declaration has not been filed or has been presented with maliciously false information.
(b)United States
In the United States, the tax authority may review tax returns for up to 3 years from the expiration date of the tax return. In the event that an omission or error is detected in the tax return of sales or cost of sales, the review can be extended for a period of up to 6 years.
(c)Mexico:
In Mexico, the tax authority can review tax returns up to 5 years from the expiration date of the tax return.
(d)Spain:
In Spain, the tax authority can review tax returns up to 4 years from the expiration date of the tax return.
(e)Belgium:
In Belgium, the tax authority may review tax returns for up to 3 years from the expiration date of the tax return if no tax losses exist. In the event of detecting an omission or error in the tax return, the review can be extended for a period of up to 5 years.
(f)South Africa:
In South Africa, the tax authority may review tax returns for up to 3 years from the expiration date of the tax return. In the event that an omission or error in the tax return is detected, the review can be extended for a period of up to 5 years.
(g)China:
Tax returns up to 3 years old from the due date of the return can be reviewed, in special circumstances this can be extended to 5 years. When tax evasion or fraud is involved, the tax authorities will pursue the collection of tax and there is no time limit.
(h)South Korea:
Tax returns up to 5 years old from the due date of the return can be reviewed, but this can be extended to 7 years for cross-border transactions. Failure to file the tax return on the legal due date will result in this deadline being extended by up to 5 years and 10 years for cross-border transactions. When tax evasion or fraud is involved, it will be extended by up to 10 years and 15 years for cross-border transactions.
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Note 27 Environment
27.1     Disclosures of disbursements related to the environment
The Company is currently operating under an Environmental Management System (EMS) that has allowed it to strengthen its environmental performance through the effective application of the Company’s Sustainable Development Policy. In 2020, the company announced an ambitious Sustainable Development Plan, which establishes specific measurable internal goals that seek to make SQM a leader in sustainability around the world. The main goals proposed are:
(a)A 65% reduction in the use of fresh water by the year 2040 and 40% by 2030, with respect to BAU (Business as usual).
(b)A 50% reduction in brine extraction from the Salar de Atacama by 2030, starting with 20% by November 2020, compared to the environmental permit.
(c)Ensure that all our products are carbon neutral by 2040 and in the case of lithium, iodine and potassium chloride, this goal is for 2030.
(d)Stimulate more and better instances for dialog with the communities near the operations.

During the year 2024 we have been making progress with each of these goals, starting with quarterly management of sustainability indicators and monitoring them on a quarterly basis. This has helped us to identify initiatives that help us to achieve these goals.
The Company carries out environmental follow-up and monitoring plans based on specialized scientific studies. Follow-up on relevant variables defined for each project enables the Company to verify the status, for example, of vegetation, flora, fauna and aquatic life in the ecosystems to protect. Follow-up plans are supported by a broad control network that includes monitoring points such as meteorological stations and wells, satellite images, plots for recording the status of vegetation and fauna, etc. The activities comprised in these plans are reported regularly to authorities based on the Company’s commitments made through resolutions that approve different SQM projects. For the specific case of the Salar de Atacama, the Company has implemented an online platform (www.sqmsenlinea.com), which enables any person to access all the environmental information compiled by the Company in keeping with its commitments.
In this context, the Company maintains environmental monitoring across the systems where it operates, which is supported by numerous studies that integrate diverse scientific efforts from prestigious research centers on a national and international level, such as the Spanish National Research Council (CSIC) and the Universidad Católica del Norte.
27.2     Detailed information on disbursements related to the environment
The cumulative disbursements by the Company and its subsidiaries as of March 31, 2024, on investment projects associated with environmental issues that affect production processes and verify compliance with regulations and laws governing industrial processes and facilities total ThUS$ 13,658. The principal environmental expenses are as follows:
- Environmental departments 50%: Implementation of environmental commitments, Tente en el Aire project that applies bischofite on access roads to the town of Colonia Pintados, improvement of animal drinking troughs and corrals in Bellavista, and support for cultural activities
- Other environmental expenses 35%: Expenses associated with standardization, procedures, consultancy and compliance with business programs that minimize its effects on the environment.
- Water impeller system 15%: Expenses related to developing a 400 l/s seawater impulsion system for Pampa Orcoma.
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The main disbursements for the years by subsidiary and project are as follows:
Parent Company or SubsidiaryProject Name Associated with DisbursementDisbursement descriptionReason for Disbursement
                                               Asset / Expense
Amount disbursed during the period ended March 31, 2024Amount disbursed during the period ended December 31, 2023Future amount to be disbursedExact or Estimated Date of Disbursement
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
MiscellaneousEnvironment - Operating AreaEnvironment - Operating AreaNot classifiedExpense3,70316,32624,33912-31-2024
SQM S.A. 01-F000300 - Reopening of the Pampa Blanca Project - Iodide PlantThe project consists of the reopening of the Pampa Blanca iodide plant.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets42284616,95412-31-2024
SQM S.A. 01-I019400 - EIA Expansion of TEA and Seawater ImpulsionThe project consists of the preparation and processing of the Environmental Impact Study for Expansion of TEA and Impulsion.Environmental processingAssets-5197,05912-31-2024
SQM S.A. 01-I028200 - EIA LlamaraThe project consists of the preparation and processing of the Environmental Impact Study for Llamara.Environmental processingExpense9142285212-31-2024
SQM S.A. 01-I028300 - Implementation PDC 2019 - Llamara sanction processThe project involves the implementation of actions committed in the PDC. The implementation considers consulting with consultants (legal, hydrogeological and in processing with PDC), studies and additional follow-up.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense-34092612-31-2024
SQM S.A.
01-I03960
0 - New Warehouse Iodine Stock NV
The project involves improving NV's hazardous substances pond facilities, in accordance with the Adaptation Plan for Hazardous Substances Regulation DS 43.Environmental processingAssets-11132203-31-2024
SQM S.A. 01-I039700 - Adapting tanks for hazardous substances NVThe project involves constructing a new NV warehouse, in accordance with the Hazardous Substances Regulation DS 43.Environmental processingAssets-28803-31-2024
SQM S.A. 01-I054700 - Implementation of Sustainability Project (Storm petrel protection)The project consists of taking an inventory of the lights installed at the Nueva Victoria e Iris site with experts and design a program to replace the current lights with those recommended to prevent petrel fatalities.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets418397712-31-2024
SQM S.A. 01-I054800 - Implementation of Tente en el Aire Project’s environmental commitmentsThe environmental commitments set out in the project correspond to the application of bischofite on access roads to the locality of Colonia Pintados, improvements to livestock corrals and water troughs in Bellavista, support for cultural activities, Bellavista and Colonia Pintados livestock, and other actions.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense6,7781,8871,77312-31-2024
SQM S.A. 01-I062600 - Improved lighting at NV due to environmental and security standardsChange all exterior lighting in NV plant, ensuring the material is antiexplosive and in keeping with the environmental decree.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-55803-31-2024
SQM S.A. 01-I063000 - Installation of solar panels for NV new laboratoryThe project will install solar panels on the laboratory roof and the batteries to store energy and power lighting for the Nueva Victoria laboratory.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-2-12-31-2023
SQM S.A. 01-P010300 - Adapting tanks for hazardous substances PVThe project involves improving the hazardous substances pond facilities at PV, in accordance with the Adaptation Plan for Hazardous Substances Regulation DS 43.Environmental processingAssets615539312-31-2024
SQM S.A. 01-P010400 - Adapting dispatch warehouse PVThe project involves adapting the PV warehouse, in accordance with the Hazardous Substances Regulation DS 43.Environmental processingAssets-135403-31-2024
Subtotal11,00420,81153,795 
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Parent Company or SubsidiaryProject Name Associated with DisbursementDisbursement descriptionReason for Disbursement
                                               Asset / Expense
Amount disbursed during the period ended March 31, 2024Amount disbursed during the period ended December 31, 2023Future amount to be disbursedExact or Estimated Date of Disbursement
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM S.A.01-P012000 - Setting up infrastructure for Respel, maintenance workshopThe project consists of the manufacture and installation of structures for waste separation.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense-549812-31-2024
SQM S.A.01-I041400 - DIA New pits and stockpiles in Sur ViejoThe project includes the preparation and processing of an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) required to obtain environmental authorization for additional surface ponds, new scrap storage areas, increased transport of nitrate-rich salts to Coya Sur and increased BF portage (AFA) from Nueva Victoria to Sur Viejo.Environmental processingExpense--26012-31-2024
SQM S.A.01-F000100 - EIA Pampa Blanca Maritime ProjectEIA Pampa Blanca Maritime ProjectEnvironmental processingExpense2259769312-31-2024
SQM S.A.01-I050900 - Responsible BehaviorThe project involves improving the NV Iodine plant sectors aligned with the CR principles in each of the principles that this requires (safety, environment, waste).Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense4-14612-31-2024
SQM S.A.01-I067800 - Construction of injection wells at LlamaraConstruct 4 new injection wells, 3 at Puquio N4 and 1 at Puquio N2.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-22331712-31-2024
SQM S.A.01-I072300 - Environmental assessment of Llamara pipeline location modificationEnvironmental assessment of the location modification for part of the Llamara salt flats pipelineEnvironmental processingAssets-9517012-31-2025
SQM S.A.01-S015900 - SQM SustainabilitySQM SustainabilityEnvironmental processingExpense--50012-31-2024
SQM S.A.01-I063800 - SO2 gas abatement in NV plantSO2 gas abatement in NV plant to reduce emissions by 61%.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets4220937612-31-2024
SQM S.A.01-I066300 - Self-contained electrical back-up for Puquios de Llamara power systemSelf-contained electrical back-up for Puquios de Llamara power systemSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets9612212-31-2023
SIT S.A.03-T009900 - Air quality monitoring system at TocopillaThe project consists of the preparation of a detailed emissions inventory, particulate matter dispersion model and development of protocols. Measurement of fugitive emissions in Tocopilla Port operations and Air Quality Monitoring.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-33212-31-2024
SIT S.A.03-T011800 - Mechanized Plant AutomationThe objective of the project is to review and engineer all the equipment comprising this shipping circuit, conveyor belts, feeders and control system of the mechanized arm, in order to achieve automation.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-98912-31-2024
Subtotal2806962,803 


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Parent Company or SubsidiaryProject Name Associated with DisbursementDisbursement descriptionReason for Disbursement
                                               Asset / Expense
Amount disbursed during the period ended March 31, 2024Amount disbursed during the period ended December 31, 2023Future amount to be disbursedExact or Estimated Date of Disbursement
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SIT S.A. 03-T012900 - Reinforced Concrete Walls in Fields 6 and 12Undertake all civil works necessary to elevate the outside wall of field 6 to 2.1 meters to prevent product seepage between piles.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-58665912-31-2024
SIT S.A.03-T012400 - Port paving 2022 (paving stone levelling) Formerly Copex)The project will purchase and install 7,500 m2 of concrete new jersey barriers to protect pedestrians, and demarcate the pedestrian traffic areas.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-6255212-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-F001000 - PB commitments and regularizationObtaining sectoral permits for PB siteEnvironmental processingExpense-712012-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-I038600 - Monitoring NV ExtractionsThe project considers a monitoring and transmission system for effective extractions and dynamic levels in extraction wells owned by SQM, which supply the Nueva Victoria site.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-1850612-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-I046900 - Pilot Floating Photovoltaic Solar Plant (FPV-SV) - Conceptual EngineeringThe project considers the development of conceptual engineering studies for assessment of technical-economic feasibility for the implementation of a pilot floating photovoltaic solar plant in the Sur Viejo water ponds (FPV-SV).Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense--33112-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-I050100 - Engineering Seawater impulsion systemThe project involves constructing a 400 l/s seawater collection and impulsion system for watering the leach heap, iodide plant and evaporation pond.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets9-1,41312-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A. 04-J022800 - Adaptation light pollution (DS 43) INDUSTRIALThe project considers the installation and normalization of lighting in Coya Sur and María Elena.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets77503,93612-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A. 04-J023700 - Regularization Hazardous Substances Decree SQM IndustrialThe project involves improving the hazardous substance pond facilities at CS and improvements to the hazardous substance storage facilities at CS and ME, in accordance with the Adaptation Plan for Hazardous Substances Regulation DS 43.Environmental processingAssets1146212-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A. 04-J029100 - Sustainability program supportThe project includes the acquisition of equipment and machines for the separation and reuse of waste in Nueva Victoria.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets21714812-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A. 04-J029200 - Electric ground transportationThe project consists of an e-mobility pilot with an electric truck.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets21581,00812-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A. 04-J031700 - Standardization of Prilling and Drying Plant as per DS-43 and RCASwitching of lights in the prilling and drying plants to comply with DS43 requirements.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets216135512-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-I017700 - Basic Engineering and EIA for TEA industrial area and seawater impulsion N.VBasic Engineering and EIA for TEA industrial area and seawater impulsion N.VSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-110-12-31-2023
SQM Industrial S.A.04-P015300 - Standardization of well transfer linesDisintegrate salt crusts that are embedded in brine porting lines.Environmental processingAssets-4710004-30-2024
Subtotal521,8209,190


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Parent Company or SubsidiaryProject Name Associated with DisbursementDisbursement descriptionReason for Disbursement
                                               Asset / Expense
Amount disbursed during the period ended March 31, 2024Amount disbursed during the period ended December 31, 2023Future amount to be disbursedExact or Estimated Date of Disbursement
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Industrial S.A.04-M007900 Improvements to ME houses due to rainsReplace roofing, electrical and sanitary systemsSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-3,0012,77212-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-J013500 - Handling of equipment associated with PCBsThis project consists of dealing with all the oils and components that contain 50ppm or more of Polychlorobiphenyls (PCB) by 2025 at the latest.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets--1,42312-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-J015200 - Implement EconomizersThe project consists of the installation of heat recovery equipment for boiler exhaust gas and the implementation of associated structural improvements.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets--25612-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-J015700 - Update of Closure Plans SQM Industrial S.A.Update of Closure Plans SQM Industrial S.A.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense--3412-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-J015800 - Other 2019 industry regularizationsThe project will prepare and process sectorial permits for favorable reports to construct in Coya Sur (CS).Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense384412-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-J028800 - NPT2 economizers and structural improvementsThe projects consists of the mounting and implementation of economizers for NPT2 plant steam boilers.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets--33512-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-J029000 - Assembly of pilot solar thermal power plantThe project will implement a solar pilot plant to generate thermal energy for heating solutions in NPT3.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense-271,26812-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-M004300 - Industrial Waste ReductionThe project considers the removal of industrial waste to free up the sites defined for this purpose.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets--1112-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-M005400 - Rio Loa preventive monitoring (water and aquatic biota quality)The project involves developing the preliminary identification studies of the mine and PV heap area, identification of intake points and layouts for the sea water impulsion line.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense--11412-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-M005600 - N&Y Warehouse ImprovementsThe project involves improving electrical facilities in the storage warehouses, repairing structures and roofs, improving patio floors, reducing waste generation.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense--8712-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-S022100 - Recovery of Prill Heat in CS/Electric BusesRecovery of Prill Heat in CS/Electric BusesSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets--19012-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A. 04-F000200 - Pampa Blanca Project Reopening – Mining/ConveyorsThe project includes the reconstruction and repair of the Mine Operations Centers that treat the leaching process solutions, install the conveyor solutions at the Pampa Blanca site.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets15118111,51012-31-2024
Subtotal1893,21318,004 
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Parent Company or SubsidiaryProject Name Associated with DisbursementDisbursement descriptionReason for Disbursement
                                               Asset / Expense
Amount disbursed during the period ended March 31, 2024Amount disbursed during the period ended December 31, 2023Future amount to be disbursedExact or Estimated Date of Disbursement
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Industrial S.A. 04-G000700 - Pampa Orcoma Seawater ImpulsionDevelop a 400 l/s seawater impulsion system for Pampa Orcoma.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets1,45111,1465,86012-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A. 04-I055800 - Elena 13 Energy ModificatonThe project consists of removing power lines and posts.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets301127512-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A. 04-I061300 - Reduction of water lost due to solar evaporationThe project will install a floating recycled polypropylene protective cover (Hexa-cover) over three water storage ponds in SV that will reduce water losses.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-785509-30-2024
SQM Industrial S.A. 04-I061600 - Improvements and Cleaning Nueva Victoria Industrial YardThe project will clean two industrial yards in Nueva Victoria; the first is the operative yard, while the second is a non-standard yard.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense-14822712-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A. 04-I062400 - NV Tarp Analytic VideoThe project will install cameras to visually register drivers in the Nueva Victoria coating machine area.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-131512-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A. 04-J022700 - DIA integration of Coya Sur siteThe project consists of the preparation and processing of an Environmental Impact Declaration (DIA) to extend the useful life of the NPT2 plant and incorporate fuel with KNO3. Prepare and process a DIA for the expansion and updating of Coya Sur.Environmental processingExpense2421158412-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-S035500 - Field and Prefeasibility Studies Green NH3 ProjectFEL 1 profile study for ThUS$200, field studies for ThUS$75 and a prefeasibility study for an estimated amount of ThUS$250Environmental processingAssets18831,49212-31-2024
SQM Industrial S.A.04-I038200 - Well Water Efficiency - Nueva Victoria Water Resource. Etapa IIWell Water Efficiency - Nueva Victoria Water Resource. Phase IISustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-21-12-31-2023
SQM Nitratos S.A.12-I061400 - Installation of fuel catalysts in 16 mining machinesThe project involves installing catalytic converters on 16 pieces of mining equipment that could reduce CO2 emissions by 300 to 450 tons CO2eq per year.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense--21612-31-2024
SQM Nitratos S.A.12-I072900 - Soronal CampThe project involves of the expansion of housing capacity at NV siteSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-964,80312-31-2024
SQM Nitratos S.A. 12-F000400 - Reopening of Pampa Blanca Project - Mine workshop
The project involves of the reopening the mine facilities of the mining project.
Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets71713,40312-31-2024
SQM Nitratos S.A. 12-I061800 - Construction of RINP Waste Collection SitesThe project will commission two non-hazardous waste collection sites, one at the TEA Mine and the other at Entorno Nueva Victoria.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-10942612-31-2024
SQM Potasio S.A. 14-I039400 - Adapting Pond IrisThe project involves improving Iris's hazardous substances pond facilities, in accordance with the Adaptation Plan for Hazardous Substances Regulation DS 43.Environmental processingAssets-2-12-31-2023
Subtotal1,76411,90917,356



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Parent Company or SubsidiaryProject Name Associated with DisbursementDisbursement descriptionReason for Disbursement
                                               Asset / Expense
Amount disbursed during the period ended March 31, 2024Amount disbursed during the period ended December 31, 2023Future amount to be disbursedExact or Estimated Date of Disbursement
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Potasio S.A. 14-I039800 - Adapting hazardous substances warehouse IRISThe project involves adapting the hazardous substances warehouse at the NV Iodine Plant, in accordance with Hazardous Substances Regulation DS 43.Environmental processingAssets-48-12-31-2023
Minera Búfalo 20-A010300 - Búfalo Project Monitoring and Follow up CommitmentsThe project consists of the implementation and execution of commitments acquired in the Búfalo Project environmental assessment.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense--30012-31-2024
Orcoma Spa16-I039100 - Sectoral Permits and compliance EIA Orcoma ProjectThe project consists of obtaining sectoral and environmental sectoral permits for the Orcoma Project.Environmental processingExpense221,6791,70012-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-C013700 - Thermosolar plant studyThis project consists of evaluating thermal solar energy use in VPOPL operations as a replacement to fossil fuels.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense--2912-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-C014600 - Support and Improvements to Plant Electrical Circuits and LightingThe project consists of improving lighting in the Lithium Carbonate plant, improving electrical circuits, updating them and improving the lights.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets--6612-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L024200 - Environmental and Operational Risk Analysis Study of Salar de AtacamaEnvironmental and Operational Risk Analysis Study of Salar de AtacamaSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense--6612-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-S016500 - Incorporation of Artificial Intelligence prediction modelsIncorporation of Artificial Intelligence prediction modelsSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets--1812-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L024200 - Environmental and Operational Risk Analysis Study of Salar de AtacamaEnvironmental and Operational Risk Analysis Study of Salar de AtacamaSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense--7212-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L025800 - Energy Management System standardizationEnergy Management System standardizationSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets1-7912-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L028200 - Environmental Monitoring 2020Environmental Monitoring 2020Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense--6009-30-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L029800 - Adapting to DS43Adapting to DS43Environmental processingAssets25-34512-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L030100 - Compliance with Sectoral Environmental Permit 136 at Salar de Atacama siteCompliance with Sectoral Environmental Permit 136 at Salar de Atacama siteEnvironmental processingExpense--3001-01-2025
SQM Salar S.A.19-L030200 - Removal and final disposal of non-hazardous waste at the Salar de Atacama landfill siteRemoval and final disposal of non-hazardous waste at the Salar de Atacama landfill siteSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets--24009-30-2024
Subtotal481,7273,005

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Parent Company or SubsidiaryProject Name Associated with DisbursementDisbursement descriptionReason for Disbursement
                                               Asset / Expense
Amount disbursed during the period ended March 31, 2024Amount disbursed during the period ended December 31, 2023Future amount to be disbursedExact or Estimated Date of Disbursement
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Salar S.A.19-L034000 - Environmental Projects EIA + EIS 2021, 2022Environmental Projects EIA + EIS 2021, 2022Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets--34612-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-19-L035200 - Environmental and personal risk preventionEnvironmental and personal risk preventionSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets--11512-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L035600 - Energize the P reservoir wells with a medium voltage supplyThis project will migrate from using generators to supply electricity, to using a medium voltage supply that can continuously support the wells.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets233912112-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L053600 - Semi-trailer with electric water tankSemi-trailer with electric water tankSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets--9006-30-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L045100 - Salt-brine interface positionExperimental testing of a new method for determining the salt-brine interface positionSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense-35012-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L046100 - EIA 2022 2023Respond using the ICSARA addenda for projects being processed by the SEIA. Conduct environmental assessments of new initiatives, covering relevance consultations and new SEIA applications.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense-1,34761306-30-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L046700 - Industrial waste management and peripheral cleaning of storage RI SdAManage the tire removal contract for disposal at sites authorized by resolution. Provide machines to clean the waste storage periphery and keep it in suitable environmental condition.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense11014229012-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L046800 - Transfer of non-hazardous material to waste dump using boom truckProvide a boom truck service to remove non-hazardous industrial waste from generating areas.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense5410322112-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L048200 - Lithium mitigation projectOver 10,000 native trees would be needed to mitigate the emissions generated by transport between the Salar de Atacama and the El Carmen Chemical Plant. These trees would help absorb and offset CO2 emissions and reduce the environmental impact of this transport.Environmental processingExpense-5611212-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L048400 - Andino camp overhaulRehabilitate out of service blocks and recover those that need an overhaul, due to the passage of timeSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-467-03-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-S016200 - Acquisition of 2020 Hardware- SoftwareAcquire GHS data optimization and traceability technology.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-2-03-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-C012800 - Capture of CO2This project consists of taking advantage of CO2 emissions for the production and/or purification of Lithium Carbonate.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets721,6422,20512-31-2024
Subtotal2593,8014,163


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Parent Company or SubsidiaryProject Name Associated with DisbursementDisbursement descriptionReason for Disbursement
                                               Asset / Expense
Amount disbursed during the period ended March 31, 2024Amount disbursed during the period ended December 31, 2023Future amount to be disbursedExact or Estimated Date of Disbursement
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Salar S.A. 19-C016500 - Pond flowmeters and levelsThis project takes responsibility for an opportunity to improve the speed of data analysis and efficiency in decision-making.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets42517112-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-C018600 - Facility Improvements, Automation and controlThe project will automate the control systems for monitoring the Lithium Carbonate plant.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets - 51812-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-C022800 – Implementation of Restrooms in TAR PlantThe project involves the implementation of definitive bathrooms in the TAR plant, which must include bathrooms, showers and a men’s and women’s changing room.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets - 243512-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-C022900 - Improved Safety Conditions in Lithium Carbonate Plant ISO 45001The project consists of improving the conditions and operability of emergency showers in PQL and other safety devices necessary for ISO 45001 certification.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-61-03-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-C023000 - Structural modification and compliance with standard DS43Comply with DS43 through structural modifications and union of both warehouses, installation of new ventilation points, certifications and engineering at the Carmen Chemical Plant.Environmental processingAssets - 39883212-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-C023500 - Compliance with standard DS594 - Li2CO3 and modification of PT constructionComply with DS594 through structural modifications that allow the facilities to provide the sanitary conditions to support the increase in staffing at the El Carmen Lithium Chemical Plant.Environmental processingAssets - 16747012-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-C023800 - Installation and structural adaptations L3 - DS43Comply with DS43 through structural, electrical and access modifications and the creation of rack support for satellite carts at the Carmen Chemical Plant.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets - 15057412-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-L018900 - Evaporation 2018-2019It includes improving the current lysimeter stations and implementing new stations in important sectors that are not currently measured, with the ability to remotely transmit information. Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-23-03-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-L021400 - Environmental monitoring 2019 PSAThe project consists of implementing a 2019 environmental follow up plan, monitoring optimal compliance with current environmental provisions.Environmental processingExpense - -2109-30-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-L025300 - Compliance with health department water permit This considers the regularization of the potable water system and the disposal of sewage waters from management.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets157315009-30-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-L031300 - Global FM Compliance for Maintenance AreaThis considers generating protection and backup systems to ensure reliable operation of medium voltage equipment.Environmental processingExpense - 4023009-30-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-L034700 - Electrification of Ponds- Stage III (15 ponds)The project seeks to electrify the 15 wells medium-tension line, decreasing the use of generators that cause a greater impact in terms of CO2 emissions, diesel fuel consumption and maintenance costs.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-28-03-31-2024
Subtotal199942,501


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Parent Company or SubsidiaryProject Name Associated with DisbursementDisbursement descriptionReason for Disbursement
                                               Asset / Expense
Amount disbursed during the period ended March 31, 2024Amount disbursed during the period ended December 31, 2023Future amount to be disbursedExact or Estimated Date of Disbursement
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Salar S.A. 19-L035100 - MOP G III Critical equipment overhaulThis project consists of the overhaul of collectors 4 and 5 and includes both equipment and associated ductwork.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense-3-03-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-S013400 - Online monitoringThe project involves showing information online regarding extractions and reinjections from the Salar. Additionally, it includes biotic and hydrogeological information to show authorities and the community the actions implemented by SQM for the environmental variable it has committed to.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense1222333812-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-L042300 - Energy Efficiency Project in Wells with Direct Start and RegulationEnergy efficiency in wells with direct start and regulation, reducing energy consumption, operating costs and CO2 emissions into the environment.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-40-03-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-L042400 - SdA Sustainability - Solar EnergyThe project will install solar systems, renewable energy systems and reduce consumption by implementing energy efficiency systems.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets - 6230212-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-L042900 - Organization, Removal and Cleaning of SdA Industrial Waste DepositOrganization, Removal and Cleaning of Salar de Atacama Industrial Waste Deposit.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets - 23171012-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-L045400 - New DEL technologiesMonitor new direct lithium extraction (DLE) technologies that resolve the new challenges and demands, which include solvent extraction, ion exchange, adsorption and nanofiltration.Environmental processingAssets319831906-30-2025
SQM Salar S.A. 19-L045600 - Brine Water Reclamation Project Phase IIDesign, build and operate a pilot plant that uses solar energy to evaporate SQM brine, which can recover at least 90% of the evaporated water and comply with the chemical specifications that apply to the water and the concentrated brine.Environmental processingAssets - 9635012-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-L048500 - Andino paddle courtsProvide the Andean camp with 2 paddle tennis courtsSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-198-03-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-L048600 - Andean camp electrical certificationModify the electrical system for the penultimate stage of the blocks to achieve SEC certificationEnvironmental processingExpense-385-03-31-2024
Subtotal431,3362,019 






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Parent Company or SubsidiaryProject Name Associated with DisbursementDisbursement descriptionReason for Disbursement
                                               Asset / Expense
Amount disbursed during the year ended December 31, 2023Amount disbursed during the year ended December 31, 2022Future amount to be disbursedExact or Estimated Date of Disbursement
ThUS$ThUS$ThUS$
SQM Salar S.A. 19-S016300 - Consultancy 2020The project contains measurement methodology for different terrain parameters and subsequent conceptual modeling.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-3-03-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-S016900 - Monitoring water-vegetation dynamics in the Aguas de Quelana sectorThe project seeks to improve understanding of the dynamic between vegetation and water bodies in the Aguas de Quelana sector by applying spectral indicators with high resolution satellite images.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-34-03-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-S021500 - SK Improvements -1300 2021The project includes improvements to practices and reportability under the SK-1300 international standard to maintain the standard for audits and to fulfill annual SEC requirementsEnvironmental processingExpense-11812-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A.19-C029100 - Purchase of electric Volvo FH truck.An electromobility pilot using an electric truck to transport lithium solution.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-39046512-31-2025
SQM Salar S.A.19-L047700 - Expansion of the Salar de Atacama Interplant campExpansion of the Salar de Atacama Interplant campSustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionAssets-2671,30303-31-2024
SQM Salar S.A. 19-S024200 - LCA Lithium UpgradeThe project consists of developing an LCA to understand the water footprint, considering the need to validate this information with third parties.Sustainability: Environment and Risk PreventionExpense-2312612-31-2024
Subtotal-7181,912 
Total13,65847,025114,748 







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Note 28 Events occurred after the reporting date
28.1     Authorization of the financial statements
The Company and its subsidiaries’ consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with IFRS for the year ended March 31, 2024, and they were approved for issue by the Board of Directors on May 22, 2024.
28.2     Disclosures on events occurring after the reporting date
(a)On April 7, 2024, the Company reported that the Santiago Court of Appeals ruled against the Company in one of the tax claims filed by SQM Salar, due to the erroneous application of the specific tax on mining activities, as reported in note 21.3 of the latest financial statements reported in Chile by the Company (the “Claims”). The Company reported that for 2024 first quarter accounting purposes, it could recognize lower profit close to US$1,100 million, which corresponds to the impact that the Court of Appeals ruling could have on the Claims.

(b)On April 25, 2024, the Company reported on its 49th ordinary general meeting of shareholders and the matters that were resolved therein. In addition, a Board meeting was held on the same date and included the election of Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Company, as well as the composition of the various Board of Directors’ committees.

(c)On April 29, 2024, the Company reported that it filed its annual report with the SEC on Form 20-F (the “20-F”) for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.

(d)On April 29, 2024, the Company reported on the Board’s review of the Company’s accounting for Claims, among others. As a result of this review, the Company’s financial statements that covered the 20-F filing included differences with respect to the last financial statements issued in Chile, which included (i) settled taxes (net of corporate income tax plus interest) presented as an adjustment of US$926.7 million to “tax assets, non-current”; (ii) accrued taxes (net of corporate income tax) presented as an adjustment of US$162.7 million to “current tax liabilities” and (iii) overcharges (including interest) of US$59.5 million maintained in “tax assets, non-current”. The Company also reported that the impact of this adjustment will be reflected in these consolidated financial statements for the period ended March 31, 2024.

(e)On May 2, 2024, the Company reported that on that date, the Australian company Azure Minerals Limited (“Azure”) submitted a copy to the Australian Securities and Investments Commission of the Supreme Court of Western Australia resolution approving the joint acquisition with Hancock Prospecting Pty Ltd for up to 100% of the shares they do not own in Azure. With this, they met all the conditions of the scheme of arrangement for the acquisition of the Azure shares. The acquisition was made on May 09, 2024.
Management is not aware of any significant events that occurred between March 31, 2024 and the date of issuance of these consolidated financial statements that may significantly affect them.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

CHEMICAL AND MINING COMPANY OF CHILE INC.
(Registrant)
Date: June 18, 2024/s/ Gerardo Illanes
By: Gerardo Illanes
CFO

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