Ammonium nitrate fertilizer exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of ammonium nitrate fertilizer by South Africa reached $117.8 million in 2024 (177.0 thousand tonnes). It ranks 7th of 93 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 5% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $171.6 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 | $117.8M | 177.0K t |
| 2023 | $124.3M | 179.0K t |
| 2022 | $171.6M | 196.4K t |
| 2021 | $97.0M | 170.4K t |
| 2020 | $59.9M | 158.5K t |
| 2019 | $62.4M | 153.5K t |
| 2018 | $72.4M | 174.0K t |
| 2017 | $70.1M | 154.2K t |
Where South Africa exports ammonium nitrate fertilizer to
The largest buyer markets were Zambia (41%), DR Congo (17%), Namibia (13%). Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zambia | $48.5M | 41% |
| DR Congo | $20.3M | 17% |
| Namibia | $15.0M | 13% |
| Zimbabwe | $14.3M | 12% |
| Botswana | $10.6M | 9% |
| Angola | $2.8M | 2.4% |
| Eswatini | $2.3M | 1.9% |
| Lesotho | $1.9M | 1.6% |
| Senegal | $913K | 0.8% |
| Tanzania | $730K | 0.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.67 per kg, 76% above the world average of $0.38. 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.
Ammonium nitrate fertilizer imports to South Africa
South Africa imported $14.8 million of ammonium nitrate fertilizer in 2024 (38.1 thousand tonnes). The largest suppliers were Finland (32%), Sweden (29%), Norway (22%). Among the main suppliers, Finland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $4.7M | 32% |
| Sweden | $4.3M | 29% |
| Norway | $3.2M | 22% |
| Chile | $1.7M | 11% |
| Mauritius | $546K | 3.7% |
| China | $228K | 1.5% |
| Zambia | $172K | 1.2% |
| Namibia | $9K | 0.1% |
| Belgium | $9K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $3K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa ammonium nitrate fertilizer exports (HS 3102.30): 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 3102.30: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution.
Common questions
What is the value of ammonium nitrate fertilizer exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported ammonium nitrate fertilizer worth $117.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 177.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 93 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy ammonium nitrate fertilizer from South Africa?
Zambia was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($48.5 million), followed by the DR Congo (17%) and Namibia (13%). The top three together account for 71%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. Tanzania grew fastest among the top ten, up 111% on the year.
What is the average export price of ammonium nitrate fertilizer per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.67 per kg in 2024, 76% above the world average of $0.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of ammonium nitrate fertilizer from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $70.1 million in 2017 to $117.8 million in 2024, an increase of 68%. The peak was 2022 at $171.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $96.9 million a year.
Does South Africa also import ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
Yes. South Africa imported $14.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Finland, Sweden and Norway. On balance South Africa is a net exporter of this product, by about $103.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
The HS code for ammonium nitrate fertilizer is subheading 3102.30. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3102 page.
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