Nitrogen fertilizer imports in Tunisia: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of nitrogen fertilizer by Tunisia reached $61.7 million in 2024 (88.8 thousand tonnes). That is 90% more than in 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 | $61.7M | 88.8K t |
| 2023 | $32.4M | 68.3K t |
| 2022 | $48.4M | 106.4K t |
| 2021 | $33.0M | 110.0K t |
| 2020 | $14.6M | 60.2K t |
| 2019 | $4.3M | 13.0K t |
| 2018 | $3.8M | 11.2K t |
| 2017 | $3.1M | 11.7K t |
Where Tunisia imports nitrogen fertilizer from
One supplier dominates: Russia accounted for 82% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Russia grew fastest (+155% on the year before).
Product types under HS 3102
| 3102.90 | Mixed nitrogen fertilizer | 82% |
| 3102.30 | Ammonium nitrate fertilizer | 6.2% |
| 3102.60 | Calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures | 5.4% |
| 3102.10 | Urea fertilizer | 3.7% |
| 3102.21 | Ammonium sulphate fertilizer | 2.5% |
| 3102.50 | Sodium nitrate fertilizer | 0.5% |
| 3102.40 | Ammonium nitrate with calcium carbonate | 0.1% |
| 3102.80 | Urea and ammonium nitrate solution | 0% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 3102.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.69 per kg, 116% above the world average of $0.32. 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.
Nitrogen fertilizer exports from Tunisia
Tunisia exported $1.0 million of nitrogen fertilizer in 2024 (1.1 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Malaysia accounted for 87% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | $876K | 87% |
| Taiwan | $100K | 10% |
| Libya | $30K | 3% |
| Slovenia | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Tunisia?
The shipment records behind Tunisia nitrogen fertilizer imports (HS 3102): 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: Fertilizers; mineral or chemical, nitrogenous.
Common questions
What is the value of nitrogen fertilizer imported by Tunisia?
Tunisia imported nitrogen fertilizer worth $61.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 88.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 78th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 90% on 2023.
Which countries supply nitrogen fertilizer to Tunisia?
Russia was the largest supplier with 82% of the value ($50.8 million), followed by Egypt (6%) and China (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 28 supplier countries in total. Russia grew fastest among the top ten, up 155% on the year.
What is the average import price of nitrogen fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.69 per kg in 2024, 116% above the world average of $0.32 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of nitrogen fertilizer to Tunisia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $3.1 million in 2017 to $61.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $25.2 million a year.
Does Tunisia also export nitrogen fertilizer?
Yes. Tunisia exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malaysia, Taiwan and Libya. On balance Tunisia is a net importer of this product, by about $60.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for nitrogen fertilizer?
The HS code for nitrogen fertilizer is heading 3102. In Tunisia the largest six-digit codes were 3102.90 (82% of the value) and 3102.30 (6%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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