Nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer was worth $4.55 billion in 2024, about 9.44 million tonnes. That is an increase of 94% since 2017, and down 3% 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 | $4.55B | 9.44M t |
| 2023 | $4.68B | 9.03M t |
| 2022 | $6.83B | 8.98M t |
| 2021 | $4.59B | 8.63M t |
| 2020 | $2.71B | 9.21M t |
| 2019 | $2.63B | 7.51M t |
| 2018 | $2.47B | 6.54M t |
| 2017 | $2.35B | 7.32M t |
Top nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer exporting countries
Exports are led by China (24%), Morocco (22%) and the United States (19%). 86 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 64%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.08B | 24% |
| Morocco | $997.0M | 22% |
| United States | $852.2M | 19% |
| Russia | $343.2M | 7.6% |
| Saudi Arabia | $181.2M | 4% |
| Kazakhstan | $181.0M | 4% |
| South Korea | $137.4M | 3% |
| Lithuania | $110.0M | 2.4% |
| Greece | $104.5M | 2.3% |
| Spain | $90.9M | 2% |
| Belgium | $88.3M | 1.9% |
| Turkey | $57.6M | 1.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Brazil is the biggest buyer with 30% of world imports, ahead of Djibouti and Thailand. Demand is concentrated: the top three take 59% across 162 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $1.35B | 30% |
| Djibouti | $820.1M | 18% |
| Thailand | $526.5M | 12% |
| Canada | $261.5M | 5.8% |
| Argentina | $161.1M | 3.5% |
| India | $151.9M | 3.3% |
| Ukraine | $121.1M | 2.7% |
| Romania | $95.2M | 2.1% |
| Philippines | $74.4M | 1.6% |
| Bulgaria | $66.4M | 1.5% |
| France | $66.1M | 1.5% |
| United States | $62.5M | 1.4% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.48 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Lithuania averaged $0.70 per kg and South Korea $0.38 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 3105.59: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the two fertilizing elements nitrogen and phosphorus, other than nitrates and phosphates. HS 3105 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer?
China exported $1.08 billion in 2024, 24% of the world total, followed by Morocco (22%) and the United States (19%). In all, 86 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer?
Brazil imported $1.35 billion in 2024, 30% of world imports, ahead of Djibouti (18%) and Thailand (12%). The top three importers together take 59%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer?
It was worth $4.55 billion in 2024, about 9.44 million tonnes. That is an increase of 94% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $6.83 billion. 86 countries reported exports and 162 reported imports.
What is the average price of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.48 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Lithuania averaged $0.70 per kg and South Korea $0.38 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 nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer?
The HS code for nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer is subheading 3105.59, 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 3105 page.
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