Ammonium nitrate fertilizer imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $3.9 million of ammonium nitrate fertilizer in 2024 (8.2 thousand tonnes). Value fell 37% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $6.4 million.
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 | $3.9M | 8.2K t |
| 2023 | $6.2M | 16.8K t |
| 2022 | $6.4M | 7.1K t |
| 2021 | $3.3M | 9.2K t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $1.5M | 3.9K t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 6.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.0M | 6.3K t |
Where Kenya imports ammonium nitrate fertilizer from
One supplier dominates: Egypt accounted for 52% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $2.1M | 52% |
| India | $709K | 18% |
| Sweden | $455K | 12% |
| Turkey | $296K | 7.5% |
| Tanzania | $152K | 3.9% |
| China | $114K | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $110K | 2.8% |
| Uganda | $46K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.48 per kg, 26% above the world average of $0.38. 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.
Ammonium nitrate fertilizer exports from Kenya
Kenya exported $403 thousand of ammonium nitrate fertilizer in 2024 (262 tonnes). Rwanda alone took 93% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Rwanda | $374K | 93% |
| South Sudan | $28K | 7% |
| Tanzania | $0K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya ammonium nitrate fertilizer imports (HS 3102.30): 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 3102.30: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution.
Common questions
What is the value of ammonium nitrate fertilizer imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported ammonium nitrate fertilizer worth $3.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 86th of 168 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 37% on 2023.
Which countries supply ammonium nitrate fertilizer to Kenya?
Egypt was the largest supplier with 52% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by India (18%) and Sweden (12%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 9 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of ammonium nitrate fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.48 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $0.38 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ammonium nitrate fertilizer to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.0 million in 2017 to $3.9 million in 2024, an increase of 95%. The peak was 2022 at $6.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.3 million a year.
Does Kenya also export ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
Yes. Kenya exported $403 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Rwanda, South Sudan and Tanzania. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $3.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
The HS code for ammonium nitrate fertilizer is subheading 3102.30. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3102 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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