Ammonium nitrate fertilizer exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of ammonium nitrate fertilizer by the United Arab Emirates reached $30.6 million in 2024 (47.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Value rose 31% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% 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 | $30.6M | 47.6K t |
| 2023 | $23.3M | 31.2K t |
| 2022 | $16.4M | 17.1K t |
| 2021 | $16.2M | 27.1K t |
| 2020 | $9.7M | 23.4K t |
| 2019 | $15.7M | 47.1K t |
| 2018 | $35.7M | 72.6K t |
| 2017 | $11.6M | 41.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports ammonium nitrate fertilizer to
One buyer market dominates: Zimbabwe accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+528% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbabwe | $20.3M | 66% |
| Namibia | $6.4M | 21% |
| Nigeria | $2.0M | 6.4% |
| Zambia | $1.3M | 4.3% |
| Tanzania | $590K | 1.9% |
| Bulgaria | $0K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.64 per kg, 68% 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 the United Arab Emirates
Imports of ammonium nitrate fertilizer by the United Arab Emirates reached $22.0 million in 2024 (48.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Sweden (48%), South Korea (21%), Kazakhstan (13%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $10.6M | 48% |
| South Korea | $4.6M | 21% |
| Kazakhstan | $2.9M | 13% |
| Egypt | $1.9M | 8.6% |
| India | $1.6M | 7.3% |
| Italy | $295K | 1.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $11K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates 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 the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported ammonium nitrate fertilizer worth $30.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 47.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 20th of 93 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 31% on 2023.
Which countries buy ammonium nitrate fertilizer from the United Arab Emirates?
Zimbabwe was the largest buyer with 66% of the value ($20.3 million), followed by Namibia (21%) and Nigeria (6%). The top three together account for 94%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. Zambia grew fastest among the top ten, up 528% on the year.
What is the average export price of ammonium nitrate fertilizer per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.64 per kg in 2024, 68% 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 the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.6 million in 2017 to $30.6 million in 2024, an increase of 163%. The peak was 2018 at $35.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $19.9 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $22.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Sweden, South Korea and Kazakhstan. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.6 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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