Sodium nitrate fertilizer imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $29.5 million of sodium nitrate fertilizer in 2024 (24.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 139 countries for imports of this product. That is 14% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2022, at $50.6 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 | $29.5M | 24.8K t |
| 2023 | $34.5M | 30.0K t |
| 2022 | $50.6M | 39.5K t |
| 2021 | $20.1M | 28.7K t |
| 2020 | $16.7M | 28.0K t |
| 2019 | $18.0M | 28.2K t |
| 2018 | $16.4M | 29.7K t |
| 2017 | $22.6M | 64.4K t |
Where the United States imports sodium nitrate fertilizer from
Chile alone supplied 86% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Chile | $25.5M | 86% |
| Germany | $3.5M | 12% |
| Mexico | $173K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $94K | 0.3% |
| China | $84K | 0.3% |
| India | $55K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $53K | 0.2% |
| Spain | $38K | 0.1% |
| France | $13K | 0% |
| Taiwan | $12K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.19 per kg, 27% above the world average of $0.94. 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.
Sodium nitrate fertilizer exports from the United States
The United States exported $4.5 million of sodium nitrate fertilizer in 2024 (2.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 70 countries. One buyer market dominates: Mexico accounted for 68% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | $3.1M | 68% |
| Canada | $792K | 18% |
| South Korea | $182K | 4% |
| Brazil | $175K | 3.9% |
| Costa Rica | $134K | 3% |
| Dominican Republic | $97K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $17K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $9K | 0.2% |
| Israel | $8K | 0.2% |
| Honduras | $8K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States sodium nitrate fertilizer imports (HS 3102.50): 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 3102.50: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, sodium nitrate.
Common questions
What is the value of sodium nitrate fertilizer imported by the United States?
The United States imported sodium nitrate fertilizer worth $29.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 24.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 139 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was down 14% on 2023.
Which countries supply sodium nitrate fertilizer to the United States?
Chile was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($25.5 million), followed by Germany (12%) and Mexico (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 19 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 284% on the year.
What is the average import price of sodium nitrate fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.19 per kg in 2024, 27% above the world average of $0.94 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of sodium nitrate fertilizer to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $22.6 million in 2017 to $29.5 million in 2024, an increase of 31%. The peak was 2022 at $50.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $26.1 million a year.
Does the United States also export sodium nitrate fertilizer?
Yes. The United States exported $4.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mexico, Canada and South Korea. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $25.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for sodium nitrate fertilizer?
The HS code for sodium nitrate fertilizer is subheading 3102.50. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3102 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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