Phosphate and potassium fertilizer exports from Israel: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Israel exported phosphate and potassium fertilizer worth $53.6 million (36.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 99 countries. That is 19% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $129.1 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $53.6M | 36.7K t |
| 2023 | $45.1M | 22.6K t |
| 2022 | $129.1M | 78.4K t |
| 2021 | $80.3M | 65.1K t |
| 2020 | $68.7M | 61.0K t |
| 2019 | $72.1M | 58.6K t |
| 2018 | $57.8M | 41.4K t |
| 2017 | $44.0M | 29.9K t |
Where Israel exports phosphate and potassium fertilizer to
The largest buyer markets were India (31%), United States (23%), France (6%). Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $16.7M | 31% |
| United States | $12.6M | 23% |
| France | $3.4M | 6.4% |
| Brazil | $3.4M | 6.3% |
| Switzerland | $2.9M | 5.4% |
| China | $2.8M | 5.3% |
| Canada | $1.8M | 3.4% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $859K | 1.6% |
| Guatemala | $764K | 1.4% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.46 per kg, 115% 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 imports to Israel
Israel imported $451 thousand of phosphate and potassium fertilizer in 2024 (263 tonnes). One supplier dominates: Switzerland accounted for 72% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+508% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $324K | 72% |
| United States | $88K | 20% |
| Italy | $13K | 2.9% |
| Spain | $13K | 2.8% |
| Turkey | $4K | 1% |
| France | $4K | 0.9% |
| Jordan | $3K | 0.7% |
| Netherlands | $2K | 0.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in Israel?
The shipment records behind Israel phosphate and potassium fertilizer exports (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 exported by Israel?
Israel exported phosphate and potassium fertilizer worth $53.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 36.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 99 countries worldwide, with 11% of world exports. The value was up 19% on 2023.
Which countries buy phosphate and potassium fertilizer from Israel?
India was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($16.7 million), followed by the United States (23%) and France (6%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 55 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 92% on the year.
What is the average export price of phosphate and potassium fertilizer per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.46 per kg in 2024, 115% above the world average of $0.68 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of phosphate and potassium fertilizer from Israel changed since 2017?
Exports went from $44.0 million in 2017 to $53.6 million in 2024, an increase of 22%. The peak was 2022 at $129.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $68.8 million a year.
Does Israel also import phosphate and potassium fertilizer?
Yes. Israel imported $451 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Switzerland, the United States and Italy. On balance Israel is a net exporter of this product, by about $53.2 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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