Calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures worth $19.4 million (41.7 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 129% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% 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 | $19.4M | 41.7K t |
| 2023 | $8.5M | 16.4K t |
| 2022 | $5.4M | 8.2K t |
| 2021 | $10.7M | 27.6K t |
| 2020 | $11.8M | 23.9K t |
| 2019 | $13.0M | 31.1K t |
| 2018 | $16.8M | 31.0K t |
| 2017 | $7.8M | 24.9K t |
Where Zambia imports calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures from
South Africa alone supplied 77% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $15.0M | 77% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1.8M | 9.2% |
| Finland | $1.3M | 6.5% |
| Russia | $685K | 3.5% |
| Kuwait | $371K | 1.9% |
| Tanzania | $110K | 0.6% |
| Norway | $107K | 0.6% |
| China | $38K | 0.2% |
| Namibia | $26K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $26K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.47 per kg, 57% above the world average of $0.30. 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.
Calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures worth $641 thousand (513 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 95% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $607K | 95% |
| Tanzania | $34K | 5.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures imports (HS 3102.60): 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 3102.60: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, double salts and mixtures of calcium nitrate and ammonium nitrate.
Common questions
What is the value of calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures worth $19.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 41.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 11th of 155 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 129% on 2023.
Which countries supply calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 77% of the value ($15.0 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (9%) and Finland (6%). The top three together account for 93%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. Namibia grew fastest among the top ten, up 258% on the year.
What is the average import price of calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.47 per kg in 2024, 57% above the world average of $0.30 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $7.8 million in 2017 to $19.4 million in 2024, an increase of 148%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $11.7 million a year.
Does Zambia also export calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures?
Yes. Zambia exported $641 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo and Tanzania. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $18.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures?
The HS code for calcium and ammonium nitrate mixtures is subheading 3102.60. 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?
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