NPK fertilizer (compound) exports from the United Arab Emirates: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of npk fertilizer (compound) by the United Arab Emirates reached $59.2 million in 2024 (76.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 5% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2019, at $82.2 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 | $59.2M | 76.6K t |
| 2023 | $62.2M | 72.2K t |
| 2022 | $52.2M | 61.1K t |
| 2021 | $53.6M | 92.5K t |
| 2020 | $48.3M | 88.1K t |
| 2019 | $82.2M | 105.7K t |
| 2018 | $45.0M | 102.0K t |
| 2017 | $26.6M | 48.7K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates exports npk fertilizer (compound) to
One buyer market dominates: Malawi accounted for 59% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, India grew fastest (+46% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $34.9M | 59% |
| India | $7.9M | 13% |
| Zambia | $6.9M | 12% |
| North Macedonia | $2.4M | 4% |
| Kuwait | $1.5M | 2.6% |
| Burkina Faso | $1.1M | 1.9% |
| Saudi Arabia | $989K | 1.7% |
| Malaysia | $940K | 1.6% |
| Pakistan | $847K | 1.4% |
| Bahrain | $383K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.77 per kg, 45% above the world average of $0.53. 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.
NPK fertilizer (compound) imports to the United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates imported $14.9 million of npk fertilizer (compound) in 2024 (27.8 thousand tonnes). Most of the value came from India (31%), Saudi Arabia (19%), China (11%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+408% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.6M | 31% |
| Saudi Arabia | $2.9M | 19% |
| China | $1.7M | 11% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 11% |
| Belgium | $1.0M | 6.9% |
| United Kingdom | $551K | 3.7% |
| Germany | $514K | 3.4% |
| France | $479K | 3.2% |
| Italy | $469K | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $341K | 2.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates npk fertilizer (compound) exports (HS 3105.20): 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 3105.20: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the three fertilizing elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium.
Common questions
What is the value of npk fertilizer (compound) exported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates exported npk fertilizer (compound) worth $59.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 76.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 126 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 5% on 2023.
Which countries buy npk fertilizer (compound) from the United Arab Emirates?
Malawi was the largest buyer with 59% of the value ($34.9 million), followed by India (13%) and Zambia (12%). The top three together account for 84%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 46% on the year.
What is the average export price of npk fertilizer (compound) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.77 per kg in 2024, 45% above the world average of $0.53 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of npk fertilizer (compound) from the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Exports went from $26.6 million in 2017 to $59.2 million in 2024, an increase of 122%. The peak was 2019 at $82.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $53.7 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also import npk fertilizer (compound)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates imported $14.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from India, Saudi Arabia and China. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net exporter of this product, by about $44.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for npk fertilizer (compound)?
The HS code for npk fertilizer (compound) is subheading 3105.20. 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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