Superphosphate fertilizer (standard) imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
The United Kingdom imported $2.4 million of superphosphate fertilizer (standard) in 2024 (4.8 thousand tonnes). Value fell 51% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $8.2 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 | $2.4M | 4.8K t |
| 2023 | $4.8M | 5.8K t |
| 2022 | $1.7M | 6.3K t |
| 2021 | $2.5M | 16.8K t |
| 2020 | $1.3M | 8.6K t |
| 2019 | $8.2M | 39.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.0M | 7.8K t |
| 2017 | $2.5M | 8.6K t |
Where the United Kingdom imports superphosphate fertilizer (standard) from
Netherlands alone supplied 74% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $1.8M | 74% |
| France | $334K | 14% |
| Spain | $267K | 11% |
| Portugal | $3K | 0.1% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.49 per kg, 113% above the world average of $0.23. 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.
Superphosphate fertilizer (standard) exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $1.5 million of superphosphate fertilizer (standard) in 2024 (409 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Ireland accounted for 90% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest (+39% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $1.3M | 90% |
| Thailand | $87K | 5.8% |
| Kenya | $50K | 3.3% |
| New Zealand | $9K | 0.6% |
| Kuwait | $8K | 0.6% |
| Malta | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom superphosphate fertilizer (standard) imports (HS 3103.19): 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 3103.19: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: phosphatic, superphosphates, other than containing by weight 35% or more of diphosphorus pentaoxide (P2O5).
Common questions
What is the value of superphosphate fertilizer (standard) imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported superphosphate fertilizer (standard) worth $2.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 114 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 51% on 2023.
Which countries supply superphosphate fertilizer (standard) to the United Kingdom?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 74% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by France (14%) and Spain (11%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of superphosphate fertilizer (standard) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.49 per kg in 2024, 113% above the world average of $0.23 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of superphosphate fertilizer (standard) to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.5 million in 2017 to $2.4 million in 2024, a fall of 5%. The peak was 2019 at $8.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export superphosphate fertilizer (standard)?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $1.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Thailand and Kenya. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $869 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for superphosphate fertilizer (standard)?
The HS code for superphosphate fertilizer (standard) is subheading 3103.19. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3103 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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