Potassium fertilizers (other) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
The United States exported $142.8 million of potassium fertilizers (other) in 2024 (321.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 92 countries for exports of this product. That is 10% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $243.2 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 | $142.8M | 321.6K t |
| 2023 | $159.1M | 338.2K t |
| 2022 | $243.2M | 417.5K t |
| 2021 | $131.3M | 379.3K t |
| 2020 | $120.8M | 451.6K t |
| 2019 | $112.6M | 420.3K t |
| 2018 | $99.4M | 378.0K t |
| 2017 | $95.7M | 348.4K t |
Where the United States exports potassium fertilizers (other) to
The largest buyer markets were Canada (26%), Colombia (12%), Mexico (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Honduras grew fastest (+52% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $36.6M | 26% |
| Colombia | $17.4M | 12% |
| Mexico | $15.7M | 11% |
| Brazil | $14.5M | 10% |
| Japan | $11.5M | 8% |
| Peru | $10.7M | 7.5% |
| Malaysia | $8.1M | 5.7% |
| Honduras | $7.2M | 5.1% |
| Guatemala | $4.1M | 2.9% |
| Paraguay | $2.9M | 2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.44 per kg, 29% above the world average of $0.34. 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.
Potassium fertilizers (other) imports to the United States
In 2024, the United States imported potassium fertilizers (other) worth $40.0 million (94.3 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 161 countries. The largest suppliers were Egypt (41%), Israel (22%), United Kingdom (15%). Among the main suppliers, Israel grew fastest (+75% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Egypt | $16.5M | 41% |
| Israel | $8.9M | 22% |
| United Kingdom | $5.8M | 15% |
| Canada | $3.7M | 9.2% |
| Russia | $2.6M | 6.5% |
| Netherlands | $808K | 2% |
| Czech Republic | $299K | 0.8% |
| Colombia | $282K | 0.7% |
| South Korea | $231K | 0.6% |
| Australia | $124K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States potassium fertilizers (other) exports (HS 3104.90): 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 3104.90: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104.
Common questions
What is the value of potassium fertilizers (other) exported by the United States?
The United States exported potassium fertilizers (other) worth $142.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 321.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 92 countries worldwide, with 21% of world exports. The value was down 10% on 2023.
Which countries buy potassium fertilizers (other) from the United States?
Canada was the largest buyer with 26% of the value ($36.6 million), followed by Colombia (12%) and Mexico (11%). The top three together account for 49%, out of 73 buyer countries in total. Honduras grew fastest among the top ten, up 52% on the year.
What is the average export price of potassium fertilizers (other) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.44 per kg in 2024, 29% above the world average of $0.34 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of potassium fertilizers (other) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $95.7 million in 2017 to $142.8 million in 2024, an increase of 49%. The peak was 2022 at $243.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $138.1 million a year.
Does the United States also import potassium fertilizers (other)?
Yes. The United States imported $40.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Egypt, Israel and the United Kingdom. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $102.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for potassium fertilizers (other)?
The HS code for potassium fertilizers (other) is subheading 3104.90. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3104 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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