Phosphate fertilizers (other) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in phosphate fertilizers (other) was worth $620.5 million in 2024, about 2.26 million tonnes. That is an increase of 69% since 2017, and down 10% 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 | $620.5M | 2.26M t |
| 2023 | $691.6M | 2.26M t |
| 2022 | $686.5M | 2.85M t |
| 2021 | $444.9M | 3.43M t |
| 2020 | $273.6M | 1.90M t |
| 2019 | $285.5M | 3.12M t |
| 2018 | $332.7M | 2.27M t |
| 2017 | $367.5M | 2.49M t |
Top phosphate fertilizers (other) exporting countries
Exports are led by Egypt (28%), China (26%) and Russia (9%). 82 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 62%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $171.0M | 28% |
| China | $159.1M | 26% |
| Russia | $55.3M | 8.9% |
| Australia | $46.3M | 7.5% |
| Morocco | $34.7M | 5.6% |
| Vietnam | $20.7M | 3.3% |
| Jordan | $18.1M | 2.9% |
| Peru | $14.2M | 2.3% |
| South Africa | $8.6M | 1.4% |
| United States | $8.1M | 1.3% |
| Spain | $8.0M | 1.3% |
| Tanzania | $8.0M | 1.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are Brazil (43%), Indonesia (13%) and the United States (11%). 146 countries imported it, and the top three take 67% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Brazil | $265.6M | 43% |
| Indonesia | $78.6M | 13% |
| United States | $68.8M | 11% |
| Cambodia | $32.0M | 5.2% |
| Romania | $30.7M | 5% |
| Turkey | $20.7M | 3.3% |
| Malaysia | $16.7M | 2.7% |
| Spain | $11.0M | 1.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | $9.2M | 1.5% |
| Burundi | $7.4M | 1.2% |
| France | $6.0M | 1% |
| Japan | $5.4M | 0.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $0.28 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Egypt averaged $0.68 per kg and Jordan $0.10 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 3103.90: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: phosphatic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3103. HS 3103 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most phosphate fertilizers (other)?
Egypt exported $171.0 million in 2024, 28% of the world total, followed by China (26%) and Russia (9%). In all, 82 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most phosphate fertilizers (other)?
Brazil imported $265.6 million in 2024, 43% of world imports, ahead of Indonesia (13%) and the United States (11%). The top three importers together take 67%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in phosphate fertilizers (other)?
It was worth $620.5 million in 2024, about 2.26 million tonnes. That is an increase of 69% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $691.6 million. 82 countries reported exports and 146 reported imports.
What is the average price of phosphate fertilizers (other) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $0.28 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Egypt averaged $0.68 per kg and Jordan $0.10 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for phosphate fertilizers (other)?
The HS code for phosphate fertilizers (other) is subheading 3103.90, 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 3103 page.
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