Compound fertilizers (other) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of compound fertilizers (other) by the United Arab Emirates reached $14.6 million in 2024 (12.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 34% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% 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 | $14.6M | 12.3K t |
| 2023 | $10.9M | 4.3K t |
| 2022 | $6.0M | 3.4K t |
| 2021 | $2.9M | 2.3K t |
| 2020 | $4.1M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $1.4M | 822 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 1.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 1.3K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports compound fertilizers (other) from
Most of the value came from China (32%), Spain (30%), Israel (17%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.6M | 32% |
| Spain | $4.4M | 30% |
| Israel | $2.5M | 17% |
| Italy | $933K | 6.4% |
| France | $515K | 3.5% |
| Bulgaria | $435K | 3% |
| Australia | $325K | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | $314K | 2.2% |
| United States | $190K | 1.3% |
| Poland | $87K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.19 per kg, 57% above the world average of $0.76. 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.
Compound fertilizers (other) exports from the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates exported $6.2 million of compound fertilizers (other) in 2024 (13.6 thousand tonnes). Myanmar alone took 62% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Zambia grew fastest (+240% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Myanmar | $3.9M | 63% |
| Zambia | $962K | 16% |
| Zimbabwe | $557K | 9% |
| India | $250K | 4% |
| Senegal | $139K | 2.3% |
| Mauritius | $92K | 1.5% |
| Saudi Arabia | $56K | 0.9% |
| Angola | $55K | 0.9% |
| Egypt | $50K | 0.8% |
| Pakistan | $48K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates compound fertilizers (other) imports (HS 3105.90): 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 3105.90: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105.
Common questions
What is the value of compound fertilizers (other) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported compound fertilizers (other) worth $14.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 12.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 210 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply compound fertilizers (other) to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($4.6 million), followed by Spain (30%) and Israel (17%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 823% on the year.
What is the average import price of compound fertilizers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.19 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $0.76 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of compound fertilizers (other) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $14.6 million in 2024, an increase of 872%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $5.4 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export compound fertilizers (other)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $6.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Myanmar, Zambia and Zimbabwe. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $8.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for compound fertilizers (other)?
The HS code for compound fertilizers (other) is subheading 3105.90. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3105 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
For the United Arab Emirates, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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