Ammonium nitrate fertilizer imports in Tanzania: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Tanzania imported ammonium nitrate fertilizer worth $21.7 million (51.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 44% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $46.9 million.
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 | $21.7M | 51.2K t |
| 2023 | $38.5M | 66.3K t |
| 2022 | $46.9M | 50.5K t |
| 2021 | $15.1M | 44.9K t |
| 2020 | $9.1M | 35.9K t |
| 2019 | $13.0M | 31.0K t |
| 2018 | $7.9M | 31.8K t |
| 2017 | $13.2M | 46.0K t |
Where Tanzania imports ammonium nitrate fertilizer from
The largest suppliers were Russia (47%), Turkey (10%), Georgia (9%). Among the main suppliers, Sweden grew fastest (+272% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Russia | $10.3M | 48% |
| Turkey | $2.2M | 10% |
| Georgia | $1.9M | 8.8% |
| Italy | $1.6M | 7.4% |
| Sweden | $1.6M | 7.4% |
| Bulgaria | $850K | 3.9% |
| South Africa | $730K | 3.4% |
| Lithuania | $701K | 3.2% |
| Spain | $643K | 3% |
| United Arab Emirates | $590K | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.42 per kg, close to the world average of $0.38.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ammonium nitrate fertilizer exports from Tanzania
In 2024, Tanzania exported ammonium nitrate fertilizer worth $10.4 million (12.0 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 85% of the value.
Who is behind these numbers in Tanzania?
The shipment records behind Tanzania ammonium nitrate fertilizer imports (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 imported by Tanzania?
Tanzania imported ammonium nitrate fertilizer worth $21.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 51.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 39th of 168 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 44% on 2023.
Which countries supply ammonium nitrate fertilizer to Tanzania?
Russia was the largest supplier with 47% of the value ($10.3 million), followed by Turkey (10%) and Georgia (9%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 17 supplier countries in total. Sweden grew fastest among the top ten, up 272% on the year.
What is the average import price of ammonium nitrate fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.42 per kg in 2024, 11% above the world average of $0.38 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ammonium nitrate fertilizer to Tanzania changed since 2017?
Imports went from $13.2 million in 2017 to $21.7 million in 2024, an increase of 65%. The peak was 2022 at $46.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.7 million a year.
Does Tanzania also export ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
Yes. Tanzania exported $10.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Zambia and Kenya. On balance Tanzania is a net importer of this product, by about $11.3 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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