Potassium phosphate imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of potassium phosphate by the United Arab Emirates reached $11.5 million in 2024 (9.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 316% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $11.5M | 9.3K t |
| 2023 | $2.8M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $2.3M | 819 t |
| 2021 | $3.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $3.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2019 | $2.8M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $3.9M | 1.6K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 2.8K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports potassium phosphate from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 99% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+328% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.4M | 99% |
| Israel | $71K | 0.6% |
| United States | $27K | 0.2% |
| Germany | $21K | 0.2% |
| India | $8K | 0.1% |
| Spain | $7K | 0.1% |
| South Korea | $2K | 0% |
| Thailand | $2K | 0% |
| Malaysia | $1K | 0% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.25 per kg, 30% below the world average of $1.78, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Potassium phosphate exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported potassium phosphate worth $224 thousand (200 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Spain accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $224K | 100% |
| Egypt | $0K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates potassium phosphate imports (HS 2835.24): 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 2835.24: Phosphates: of potassium, whether or not chemically defined.
Common questions
What is the value of potassium phosphate imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported potassium phosphate worth $11.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 165 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 316% on 2023.
Which countries supply potassium phosphate to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 99% of the value ($11.4 million), followed by Israel (1%) and the United States (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. South Korea grew fastest among the top ten, up 475% on the year.
What is the average import price of potassium phosphate per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.25 per kg in 2024, 30% below the world average of $1.78 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of potassium phosphate to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $11.5 million in 2024, an increase of 361%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $4.1 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export potassium phosphate?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $224 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Spain, Egypt and Singapore. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $11.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for potassium phosphate?
The HS code for potassium phosphate is subheading 2835.24. It sits in HS chapter 28 (inorganic chemicals; organic and inorganic compounds of precious metals; of rare earth metals, of radio-active elements and of isotopes). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2835 page.
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