Phosphate and potassium fertilizer imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $3.8 million of phosphate and potassium fertilizer in 2024 (1.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 27% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3.8M | 1.7K t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $4.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $2.2M | 948 t |
| 2020 | $2.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 1,000 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 705 t |
| 2017 | $1.7M | 847 t |
Where Egypt imports phosphate and potassium fertilizer from
The largest suppliers were Spain (36%), United Kingdom (17%), Italy (8%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+200% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $1.4M | 36% |
| United Kingdom | $651K | 17% |
| Italy | $302K | 7.9% |
| United States | $288K | 7.6% |
| China | $242K | 6.4% |
| Jordan | $222K | 5.8% |
| Australia | $179K | 4.7% |
| Germany | $159K | 4.2% |
| Russia | $139K | 3.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $105K | 2.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.23 per kg, 228% above the world average of $0.68. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Phosphate and potassium fertilizer exports from Egypt
Exports of phosphate and potassium fertilizer by Egypt reached $1.7 million in 2024 (842 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Libya (20%), Sudan (20%), Pakistan (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Libya grew fastest (+168% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Libya | $339K | 20% |
| Sudan | $331K | 20% |
| Pakistan | $225K | 14% |
| United States | $126K | 7.6% |
| Algeria | $90K | 5.4% |
| Saudi Arabia | $85K | 5.1% |
| Djibouti | $80K | 4.8% |
| Morocco | $75K | 4.5% |
| Jordan | $63K | 3.8% |
| Greece | $48K | 2.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt phosphate and potassium fertilizer imports (HS 3105.60): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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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 3105.60: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the two fertilizing elements phosphorus and potassium.
Common questions
What is the value of phosphate and potassium fertilizer imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported phosphate and potassium fertilizer worth $3.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 171 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply phosphate and potassium fertilizer to Egypt?
Spain was the largest supplier with 36% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (17%) and Italy (8%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 200% on the year.
What is the average import price of phosphate and potassium fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $2.23 per kg in 2024, 228% above the world average of $0.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of phosphate and potassium fertilizer to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.7 million in 2017 to $3.8 million in 2024, an increase of 130%. The peak was 2022 at $4.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.7 million a year.
Does Egypt also export phosphate and potassium fertilizer?
Yes. Egypt exported $1.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Libya, Sudan and Pakistan. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $2.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for phosphate and potassium fertilizer?
The HS code for phosphate and potassium fertilizer is subheading 3105.60. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3105 page.
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