Phosphate and potassium fertilizer imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $30.7 million of phosphate and potassium fertilizer in 2024 (25.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 171 countries. Value rose 64% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 16% a year on average.
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 | $30.7M | 25.9K t |
| 2023 | $18.7M | 12.8K t |
| 2022 | $35.9M | 17.8K t |
| 2021 | $26.4M | 17.0K t |
| 2020 | $15.3M | 14.0K t |
| 2019 | $15.6M | 12.2K t |
| 2018 | $9.5M | 8.9K t |
| 2017 | $11.0M | 9.6K t |
Where the United States imports phosphate and potassium fertilizer from
The largest suppliers were Israel (41%), Netherlands (17%), Canada (10%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Israel | $12.6M | 41% |
| Netherlands | $5.3M | 17% |
| Canada | $3.1M | 10% |
| Dominican Republic | $2.4M | 8% |
| Taiwan | $1.7M | 5.6% |
| Spain | $1.6M | 5.4% |
| United Kingdom | $1.4M | 4.4% |
| Australia | $691K | 2.3% |
| Mexico | $610K | 2% |
| China | $286K | 0.9% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.19 per kg, 75% above the world average of $0.68. 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.
Phosphate and potassium fertilizer exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported phosphate and potassium fertilizer worth $8.2 million (2.9 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 2%. The largest buyer markets were Canada (33%), Australia (7%), Brazil (6%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 46%. Among the main buyer markets, Barbados grew fastest (+865% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $2.7M | 33% |
| Australia | $608K | 7.4% |
| Brazil | $470K | 5.7% |
| Mexico | $298K | 3.6% |
| Barbados | $295K | 3.6% |
| Egypt | $288K | 3.5% |
| Netherlands | $263K | 3.2% |
| United Kingdom | $263K | 3.2% |
| Thailand | $208K | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $205K | 2.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States phosphate and potassium fertilizer imports (HS 3105.60): 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 3105.60: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: containing the two fertilizing elements phosphorus and potassium.
Common questions
What is the value of phosphate and potassium fertilizer imported by the United States?
The United States imported phosphate and potassium fertilizer worth $30.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 25.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 171 countries worldwide, with 6% of world imports. The value was up 64% on 2023.
Which countries supply phosphate and potassium fertilizer to the United States?
Israel was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($12.6 million), followed by the Netherlands (17%) and Canada (10%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 26 supplier countries in total. Australia grew fastest among the top ten, up 393% on the year.
What is the average import price of phosphate and potassium fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.19 per kg in 2024, 75% above the world average of $0.68 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of phosphate and potassium fertilizer to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.0 million in 2017 to $30.7 million in 2024, an increase of 179%. The peak was 2022 at $35.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export phosphate and potassium fertilizer?
Yes. The United States exported $8.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Australia and Brazil. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $22.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for phosphate and potassium fertilizer?
The HS code for phosphate and potassium fertilizer is subheading 3105.60. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3105 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United States. Tell us your product to see it live.
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