Monoammonium phosphate fertilizer imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Kenya imported $6.0 million of monoammonium phosphate fertilizer in 2024 (8.4 thousand tonnes). That is 227% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% 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 | $6.0M | 8.4K t |
| 2023 | $1.8M | 1.8K t |
| 2022 | $6.2M | 4.8K t |
| 2021 | $1.6M | 1.9K t |
| 2020 | $947K | 1.6K t |
| 2019 | $6.9M | 14.4K t |
| 2018 | $1.3M | 2.2K t |
| 2017 | $635K | 1.1K t |
Where Kenya imports monoammonium phosphate fertilizer from
Saudi Arabia alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $3.3M | 56% |
| China | $2.3M | 38% |
| Israel | $238K | 4% |
| Russia | $92K | 1.5% |
| India | $31K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $12K | 0.2% |
| South Africa | $12K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.72 per kg, close to the world average of $0.66.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Monoammonium phosphate fertilizer exports from Kenya
Exports of monoammonium phosphate fertilizer by Kenya reached $214 thousand in 2024 (165 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Ethiopia accounted for 96% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ethiopia | $206K | 96% |
| Rwanda | $8K | 3.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya monoammonium phosphate fertilizer imports (HS 3105.40): 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 3105.40: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: ammonium dihydrogenorthophosphate (monoammonium phosphate) and mixtures thereof with diammonium hydrogenorthophosphate (diammonium phosphate).
Common questions
What is the value of monoammonium phosphate fertilizer imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported monoammonium phosphate fertilizer worth $6.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 152 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 227% on 2023.
Which countries supply monoammonium phosphate fertilizer to Kenya?
Saudi Arabia was the largest supplier with 55% of the value ($3.3 million), followed by China (38%) and Israel (4%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 44% on the year.
What is the average import price of monoammonium phosphate fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.72 per kg in 2024, 9% above the world average of $0.66 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of monoammonium phosphate fertilizer to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $635 thousand in 2017 to $6.0 million in 2024, an increase of 845%. The peak was 2019 at $6.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does Kenya also export monoammonium phosphate fertilizer?
Yes. Kenya exported $214 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ethiopia and Rwanda. On balance Kenya is a net importer of this product, by about $5.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for monoammonium phosphate fertilizer?
The HS code for monoammonium phosphate fertilizer is subheading 3105.40. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3105 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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