Nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer exports from Saudi Arabia: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia exported nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer worth $181.2 million (413.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 86 countries. Value rose 56% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average.
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 | $181.2M | 413.9K t |
| 2023 | $116.0M | 237.5K t |
| 2022 | $186.1M | 229.8K t |
| 2021 | $72.7M | 178.6K t |
| 2020 | $30.6M | 102.6K t |
| 2019 | $16.8M | 43.1K t |
| 2018 | $52.8M | 96.4K t |
| 2017 | $29.1M | 79.5K t |
Where Saudi Arabia exports nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer to
The largest buyer markets were India (49%), Thailand (42%), Bulgaria (9%). Among the main buyer markets, Thailand grew fastest (+215% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $89.5M | 49% |
| Thailand | $75.8M | 42% |
| Bulgaria | $15.8M | 8.7% |
| Canada | $45K | 0% |
| Egypt | $40K | 0% |
| Sudan | $29K | 0% |
| Kenya | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.44 per kg, close to the world average of $0.48.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer imports to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia imported $22.9 million of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer in 2024 (26.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 0%. Most of the value came from Germany (31%), Jordan (29%), Belgium (13%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+81% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $7.1M | 31% |
| Jordan | $6.7M | 29% |
| Belgium | $3.0M | 13% |
| Spain | $2.9M | 13% |
| China | $1.9M | 8.4% |
| Lithuania | $465K | 2% |
| France | $355K | 1.6% |
| Poland | $182K | 0.8% |
| Turkey | $166K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $73K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer exports (HS 3105.59): 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 3105.59: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the two fertilizing elements nitrogen and phosphorus, other than nitrates and phosphates.
Common questions
What is the value of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer exported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia exported nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer worth $181.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 413.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 86 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 56% on 2023.
Which countries buy nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer from Saudi Arabia?
India was the largest buyer with 49% of the value ($89.5 million), followed by Thailand (42%) and Bulgaria (9%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 buyer countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 215% on the year.
What is the average export price of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.44 per kg in 2024, 8% below the world average of $0.48 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer from Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Exports went from $29.1 million in 2017 to $181.2 million in 2024, an increase of 523%. The peak was 2022 at $186.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $85.6 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also import nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer?
Yes. Saudi Arabia imported $22.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Jordan and Belgium. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net exporter of this product, by about $158.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer?
The HS code for nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer is subheading 3105.59. 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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