Sodium nitrate fertilizer imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported sodium nitrate fertilizer worth $16.3 million (21.4 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 139 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 47% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 89% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $52.4 million.
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 | $16.3M | 21.4K t |
| 2023 | $31.0M | 40.8K t |
| 2022 | $46.7M | 96.3K t |
| 2021 | $49.0M | 63.8K t |
| 2020 | $52.4M | 94.3K t |
| 2019 | $25.2M | 53.9K t |
| 2018 | $639K | 1.0K t |
| 2017 | $186K | 363 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports sodium nitrate fertilizer from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 98% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.0M | 98% |
| Netherlands | $276K | 1.7% |
| Belgium | $87K | 0.5% |
| India | $11K | 0.1% |
| Saudi Arabia | $1K | 0% |
| Namibia | $0K | 0% |
| South Korea | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.76 per kg, close to the world average of $0.94.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates sodium nitrate fertilizer imports (HS 3102.50): 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 3102.50: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, sodium nitrate.
Common questions
What is the value of sodium nitrate fertilizer imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported sodium nitrate fertilizer worth $16.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 21.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 139 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was down 47% on 2023.
Which countries supply sodium nitrate fertilizer to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 98% of the value ($16.0 million), followed by the Netherlands (2%) and Belgium (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 7 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of sodium nitrate fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.76 per kg in 2024, 19% below the world average of $0.94 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of sodium nitrate fertilizer to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $186 thousand in 2017 to $16.3 million in 2024. The peak was 2020 at $52.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $27.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for sodium nitrate fertilizer?
The HS code for sodium nitrate fertilizer is subheading 3102.50. 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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