Urea and ammonium nitrate solution imports in Kenya: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of urea and ammonium nitrate solution by Kenya reached $2.2 million in 2024 (7.7 thousand tonnes). That is 1700% more than in 2023. Over 2019-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 164% 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 | $2.2M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $123K | 66 t |
| 2022 | $66K | 36 t |
| 2021 | $227K | 69 t |
| 2020 | $47K | 37 t |
| 2019 | $17K | 10 t |
Where Kenya imports urea and ammonium nitrate solution from
One supplier dominates: Turkey accounted for 94% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | $2.1M | 94% |
| Jordan | $101K | 4.5% |
| China | $30K | 1.4% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.29 per kg, close to the world average of $0.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Urea and ammonium nitrate solution exports from Kenya
Exports of urea and ammonium nitrate solution by Kenya reached $4.6 million in 2024 (10.1 thousand tonnes). Tanzania alone took 99% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $4.6M | 99% |
| India | $26K | 0.6% |
| Djibouti | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya urea and ammonium nitrate solution imports (HS 3102.80): 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 3102.80: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, mixtures of urea and ammonium nitrate in aqueous or ammoniacal solution.
Common questions
What is the value of urea and ammonium nitrate solution imported by Kenya?
Kenya imported urea and ammonium nitrate solution worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 117 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports.
Which countries supply urea and ammonium nitrate solution to Kenya?
Turkey was the largest supplier with 94% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Jordan (5%) and China (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. Jordan grew fastest among the top ten, up 21% on the year.
What is the average import price of urea and ammonium nitrate solution per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.29 per kg in 2024, 7% above the world average of $0.27 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of urea and ammonium nitrate solution to Kenya changed since 2017?
Imports went from $17 thousand in 2019 to $2.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 6 years the average was $450 thousand a year.
Does Kenya also export urea and ammonium nitrate solution?
Yes. Kenya exported $4.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Tanzania, India and Djibouti. That compares with imports of $2.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for urea and ammonium nitrate solution?
The HS code for urea and ammonium nitrate solution is subheading 3102.80. 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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