Ammonium nitrate fertilizer trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in ammonium nitrate fertilizer was worth $3.24 billion in 2024, about 8.55 million tonnes. That is an increase of 52% since 2017, and down 15% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.24B | 8.55M t |
| 2023 | $3.80B | 8.35M t |
| 2022 | $4.69B | 6.86M t |
| 2021 | $3.38B | 9.48M t |
| 2020 | $2.14B | 9.53M t |
| 2019 | $2.43B | 9.43M t |
| 2018 | $2.44B | 8.95M t |
| 2017 | $2.13B | 8.42M t |
Top ammonium nitrate fertilizer exporting countries
Exports are led by Russia (31%), the United States (9%) and Bulgaria (6%). 93 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 46%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $989.1M | 31% |
| United States | $298.6M | 9.2% |
| Bulgaria | $189.9M | 5.9% |
| Sweden | $163.9M | 5.1% |
| Lithuania | $161.2M | 5% |
| Georgia | $136.6M | 4.2% |
| South Africa | $117.8M | 3.6% |
| Egypt | $115.7M | 3.6% |
| Poland | $106.7M | 3.3% |
| Uzbekistan | $87.9M | 2.7% |
| South Korea | $86.4M | 2.7% |
| Canada | $72.4M | 2.2% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Brazil is the biggest buyer with 9% of world imports, ahead of Peru and India. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 20% across 168 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $299.4M | 9.3% |
| Peru | $177.6M | 5.5% |
| India | $155.2M | 4.8% |
| Mexico | $155.0M | 4.8% |
| Canada | $150.7M | 4.7% |
| Ukraine | $125.6M | 3.9% |
| Romania | $103.6M | 3.2% |
| Zambia | $95.7M | 3% |
| Australia | $95.5M | 3% |
| United States | $94.3M | 2.9% |
| Morocco | $91.3M | 2.8% |
| Kazakhstan | $82.7M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.38 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Africa averaged $0.67 per kg and Russia $0.31 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 3102.30: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution. HS 3102 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
Russia exported $989.1 million in 2024, 31% of the world total, followed by the United States (9%) and Bulgaria (6%). In all, 93 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
Brazil imported $299.4 million in 2024, 9% of world imports, ahead of Peru (5%) and India (5%). The top three importers together take 20%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
It was worth $3.24 billion in 2024, about 8.55 million tonnes. That is an increase of 52% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $4.69 billion. 93 countries reported exports and 168 reported imports.
What is the average price of ammonium nitrate fertilizer per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.38 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, South Africa averaged $0.67 per kg and Russia $0.31 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
The HS code for ammonium nitrate fertilizer is subheading 3102.30, in chapter 31 (fertilizers). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3102 page.
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