Mixed nitrogen fertilizer exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of mixed nitrogen fertilizer by the United Kingdom reached $10.9 million in 2024 (6.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 45% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $24.2 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 | $10.9M | 6.8K t |
| 2023 | $19.9M | 21.0K t |
| 2022 | $24.2M | 24.7K t |
| 2021 | $17.0M | 17.5K t |
| 2020 | $9.9M | 11.5K t |
| 2019 | $10.1M | 10.4K t |
| 2018 | $10.1M | 12.2K t |
| 2017 | $17.9M | 23.5K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports mixed nitrogen fertilizer to
Most of it went to Netherlands (17%), Sweden (9%), Ireland (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+157% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 17% |
| Sweden | $998K | 9.1% |
| Ireland | $970K | 8.9% |
| South Africa | $716K | 6.6% |
| Costa Rica | $623K | 5.7% |
| France | $524K | 4.8% |
| United States | $447K | 4.1% |
| Ukraine | $441K | 4% |
| Germany | $399K | 3.7% |
| New Zealand | $385K | 3.5% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.62 per kg, 245% above the world average of $0.47. 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.
Mixed nitrogen fertilizer imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported mixed nitrogen fertilizer worth $10.5 million (22.2 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. The largest suppliers were Germany (48%), Poland (12%), United States (10%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $5.0M | 48% |
| Poland | $1.2M | 12% |
| United States | $1.0M | 10% |
| France | $972K | 9.3% |
| Finland | $947K | 9% |
| Italy | $338K | 3.2% |
| Australia | $337K | 3.2% |
| New Zealand | $167K | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $156K | 1.5% |
| Ireland | $116K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom mixed nitrogen fertilizer exports (HS 3102.90): 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 3102.90: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, other kinds including mixtures not specified in the foregoing subheadings.
Common questions
What is the value of mixed nitrogen fertilizer exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported mixed nitrogen fertilizer worth $10.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 19th of 100 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was down 45% on 2023.
Which countries buy mixed nitrogen fertilizer from the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest buyer with 17% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by Sweden (9%) and Ireland (9%). The top three together account for 35%, out of 64 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 157% on the year.
What is the average export price of mixed nitrogen fertilizer per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.62 per kg in 2024, 245% above the world average of $0.47 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of mixed nitrogen fertilizer from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $17.9 million in 2017 to $10.9 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2022 at $24.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import mixed nitrogen fertilizer?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $10.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Germany, Poland and the United States. That compares with exports of $10.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for mixed nitrogen fertilizer?
The HS code for mixed nitrogen fertilizer is subheading 3102.90. 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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