Nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer by the United Kingdom reached $2.8 million in 2024 (943 tonnes). That is 9% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 26% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $23.2 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 | $2.8M | 943 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $5.6M | 2.8K t |
| 2021 | $3.9M | 2.0K t |
| 2020 | $4.8M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $4.8M | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $4.9M | 4.2K t |
| 2017 | $23.2M | 13.8K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer to
The largest buyer markets were New Zealand (30%), China (11%), Chile (10%). Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+290% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | $828K | 30% |
| China | $292K | 11% |
| Chile | $270K | 9.8% |
| Spain | $251K | 9.1% |
| Qatar | $143K | 5.2% |
| United States | $141K | 5.1% |
| Ireland | $116K | 4.2% |
| Argentina | $106K | 3.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $73K | 2.6% |
| Russia | $63K | 2.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $2.93 per kg, 510% above the world average of $0.48. 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.
Nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer worth $962 thousand (921 tonnes). The largest suppliers were Belgium (33%), Netherlands (32%), Spain (17%). Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $317K | 33% |
| Netherlands | $309K | 32% |
| Spain | $160K | 17% |
| France | $89K | 9.2% |
| Lithuania | $28K | 2.9% |
| China | $24K | 2.5% |
| Germany | $13K | 1.3% |
| Canada | $12K | 1.3% |
| United States | $8K | 0.8% |
| Ireland | $3K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer exports (HS 3105.59): 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 3105.59: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the two fertilizing elements nitrogen and phosphorus, other than nitrates and phosphates.
Common questions
What is the value of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer worth $2.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 943 tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 86 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer from the United Kingdom?
New Zealand was the largest buyer with 30% of the value ($828 thousand), followed by China (11%) and Chile (10%). The top three together account for 50%, out of 33 buyer countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 290% on the year.
What is the average export price of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer per kg?
The average declared export value was about $2.93 per kg in 2024, 510% above the world average of $0.48 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $23.2 million in 2017 to $2.8 million in 2024, a fall of 88%. The peak was 2017 at $23.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $962 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Belgium, the Netherlands and Spain. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer?
The HS code for nitrogen and phosphorus fertilizer is subheading 3105.59. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3105 page.
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