Ammonia solution imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of ammonia solution by the United States reached $12.4 million in 2024 (35.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 184 countries. That is 15% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $21.0 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 | $12.4M | 35.7K t |
| 2023 | $14.5M | 22.9K t |
| 2022 | $21.0M | 35.0K t |
| 2021 | $16.6M | 35.9K t |
| 2020 | $11.6M | 10.9K t |
| 2019 | $7.9M | 39.0K t |
| 2018 | $9.1M | 17.1K t |
| 2017 | $10.3M | 17.6K t |
Where the United States imports ammonia solution from
Canada alone supplied 68% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $8.4M | 68% |
| Belgium | $3.1M | 25% |
| Japan | $419K | 3.4% |
| Taiwan | $281K | 2.3% |
| Germany | $81K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $45K | 0.4% |
| India | $26K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $20K | 0.2% |
| France | $13K | 0.1% |
| Bahamas | $12K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.35 per kg, close to the world average of $0.31.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Ammonia solution exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported ammonia solution worth $5.9 million (4.6 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 4%. Most of it went to Ireland (45%), Canada (20%), Germany (5%). Among the main buyer markets, Germany grew fastest (+188% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $2.6M | 45% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 20% |
| Germany | $300K | 5.1% |
| Taiwan | $257K | 4.4% |
| Mexico | $255K | 4.3% |
| Israel | $168K | 2.9% |
| France | $145K | 2.5% |
| Australia | $126K | 2.1% |
| Jamaica | $118K | 2% |
| China | $83K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States ammonia solution imports (HS 2814.20): 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 2814.20: Ammonia: in aqueous solution.
Common questions
What is the value of ammonia solution imported by the United States?
The United States imported ammonia solution worth $12.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 35.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 184 countries worldwide, with 8% of world imports. The value was down 15% on 2023.
Which countries supply ammonia solution to the United States?
Canada was the largest supplier with 68% of the value ($8.4 million), followed by Belgium (25%) and Japan (3%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 793% on the year.
What is the average import price of ammonia solution per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.35 per kg in 2024, 13% above the world average of $0.31 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of ammonia solution to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $10.3 million in 2017 to $12.4 million in 2024, an increase of 21%. The peak was 2022 at $21.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $12.9 million a year.
Does the United States also export ammonia solution?
Yes. The United States exported $5.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Ireland, Canada and Germany. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $6.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for ammonia solution?
The HS code for ammonia solution is subheading 2814.20. 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 2814 page.
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