Potassium fertilizer exports from Mozambique: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of potassium fertilizer by Mozambique reached $9.0 million in 2024 (13.0 thousand tonnes). Value fell 51% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 37% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $24.0 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 | $9.0M | 13.0K t |
| 2023 | $18.5M | 12.2K t |
| 2022 | $13.0M | 12.2K t |
| 2021 | $24.0M | 35.8K t |
| 2020 | $7.7M | 15.3K t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 6.2K t |
| 2018 | $5.0M | 9.9K t |
| 2017 | $1.0M | 5.0K t |
Where Mozambique exports potassium fertilizer to
Most of it went to Zimbabwe (45%), Zambia (42%), Mauritius (10%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $4.1M | 45% |
| Zambia | $3.8M | 42% |
| Mauritius | $909K | 10% |
| Madagascar | $206K | 2.3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
Product types under HS 3104
| 3104.30 | Potassium sulphate fertilizer | 75% |
| 3104.20 | Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, potassium chloride | 13% |
| 3104.90 | Potassium fertilizers (other) | 12% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3104.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.69 per kg, 130% above the world average of $0.30. 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.
Potassium fertilizer imports to Mozambique
Imports of potassium fertilizer by Mozambique reached $7.2 million in 2024 (12.6 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from Germany (37%), Russia (15%), Belgium (12%). Among the main suppliers, Taiwan grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $2.6M | 37% |
| Russia | $1.1M | 15% |
| Belgium | $862K | 12% |
| South Africa | $534K | 7.4% |
| Taiwan | $340K | 4.7% |
| United States | $339K | 4.7% |
| India | $306K | 4.2% |
| Israel | $276K | 3.8% |
| Uzbekistan | $235K | 3.3% |
| China | $198K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in Mozambique?
The shipment records behind Mozambique potassium fertilizer exports (HS 3104): 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 3104: Fertilizers; mineral or chemical, potassic.
Common questions
What is the value of potassium fertilizer exported by Mozambique?
Mozambique exported potassium fertilizer worth $9.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 41st of 117 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 51% on 2023.
Which countries buy potassium fertilizer from Mozambique?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 45% of the value ($4.1 million), followed by Zambia (42%) and Mauritius (10%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 5 buyer countries in total. Zimbabwe grew fastest among the top ten, up 28% on the year.
What is the average export price of potassium fertilizer per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.69 per kg in 2024, 130% above the world average of $0.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of potassium fertilizer from Mozambique changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.0 million in 2017 to $9.0 million in 2024, an increase of 784%. The peak was 2021 at $24.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.1 million a year.
Does Mozambique also import potassium fertilizer?
Yes. Mozambique imported $7.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Russia and Belgium. On balance Mozambique is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for potassium fertilizer?
The HS code for potassium fertilizer is heading 3104. In Mozambique the largest six-digit codes were 3104.30 (75% of the value) and 3104.20 (13%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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