Superphosphate fertilizer (standard) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of superphosphate fertilizer (standard) by the United States reached $11.1 million in 2024 (38.9 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 10th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 71 countries. That is 85% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 74% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $74.7 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 | $11.1M | 38.9K t |
| 2023 | $74.7M | 248.4K t |
| 2022 | $5.0M | 30.3K t |
| 2021 | $159K | 288 t |
| 2020 | $359K | 384 t |
| 2019 | $311K | 502 t |
| 2018 | $298K | 593 t |
| 2017 | $226K | 171 t |
Where the United States exports superphosphate fertilizer (standard) to
Most of it went to Colombia (41%), Guyana (34%), Guatemala (8%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+974% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Colombia | $4.5M | 41% |
| Guyana | $3.7M | 34% |
| Guatemala | $840K | 7.6% |
| Canada | $436K | 3.9% |
| Honduras | $430K | 3.9% |
| China | $421K | 3.8% |
| Thailand | $246K | 2.2% |
| Dominican Republic | $150K | 1.4% |
| El Salvador | $120K | 1.1% |
| Kuwait | $72K | 0.7% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.29 per kg, 26% 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.
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The shipment records behind United States superphosphate fertilizer (standard) exports (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) exported by the United States?
The United States exported superphosphate fertilizer (standard) worth $11.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 38.9 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 10th of 71 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was down 85% on 2023.
Which countries buy superphosphate fertilizer (standard) from the United States?
Colombia was the largest buyer with 41% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by Guyana (34%) and Guatemala (8%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 20 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 974% on the year.
What is the average export price of superphosphate fertilizer (standard) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.29 per kg in 2024, 26% 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 exports of superphosphate fertilizer (standard) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $226 thousand in 2017 to $11.1 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $74.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.5 million 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?
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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