Urea fertilizer imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported urea fertilizer worth $3.2 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). Value rose 27% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 53% 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 | $3.2M | 2.9K t |
| 2023 | $2.5M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $454K | 267 t |
| 2020 | $137K | 254 t |
| 2019 | $302K | 229 t |
| 2018 | $219K | 124 t |
| 2017 | $159K | 181 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports urea fertilizer from
Most of the value came from Jordan (34%), Netherlands (14%), United Kingdom (14%). Among the main suppliers, Jordan grew fastest (+394% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Jordan | $1.1M | 34% |
| Netherlands | $450K | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $437K | 14% |
| China | $250K | 7.8% |
| Germany | $225K | 7.1% |
| Belgium | $167K | 5.2% |
| Italy | $158K | 4.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $112K | 3.5% |
| Spain | $99K | 3.1% |
| India | $80K | 2.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.08 per kg, 200% above the world average of $0.36. 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.
Urea fertilizer exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of urea fertilizer by Saudi Arabia reached $1.63 billion in 2024 (4.52 million tonnes). It ranks 4th of 129 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Thailand (24%), Australia (13%), Bangladesh (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 50%. Among the main buyer markets, South Korea grew fastest (+48% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Thailand | $384.7M | 24% |
| Australia | $218.1M | 13% |
| Bangladesh | $207.4M | 13% |
| India | $190.4M | 12% |
| United States | $164.8M | 10% |
| New Zealand | $113.0M | 6.9% |
| South Africa | $105.2M | 6.5% |
| Brazil | $82.2M | 5% |
| South Korea | $27.9M | 1.7% |
| Philippines | $20.2M | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia urea fertilizer imports (HS 3102.10): 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 3102.10: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution.
Common questions
What is the value of urea fertilizer imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported urea fertilizer worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 113th of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 27% on 2023.
Which countries supply urea fertilizer to Saudi Arabia?
Jordan was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($1.1 million), followed by the Netherlands (14%) and the United Kingdom (14%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Jordan grew fastest among the top ten, up 394% on the year.
What is the average import price of urea fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.08 per kg in 2024, 200% above the world average of $0.36 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of urea fertilizer to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $159 thousand in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $1.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export urea fertilizer?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.63 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Thailand, Australia and Bangladesh. That compares with imports of $3.2 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for urea fertilizer?
The HS code for urea fertilizer is subheading 3102.10. 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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