Compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs) worth $2.2 million (660 tonnes). Value rose 619% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 42% 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 | $2.2M | 660 t |
| 2023 | $305K | 200 t |
| 2022 | $1.2M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $124K | 32 t |
| 2020 | $305K | 138 t |
| 2019 | $397K | 99 t |
| 2018 | $234K | 219 t |
| 2017 | $189K | 56 t |
Where Zambia imports compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs) from
India alone supplied 75% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.7M | 75% |
| South Africa | $469K | 21% |
| United Kingdom | $37K | 1.7% |
| Netherlands | $13K | 0.6% |
| Ukraine | $12K | 0.5% |
| Russia | $5K | 0.2% |
| France | $4K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $3.32 per kg, 205% above the world average of $1.09. 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.
Compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs) exports from Zambia
In 2024, Zambia exported compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs) worth $757 thousand (11 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: Malawi accounted for 100% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Malawi | $757K | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs) imports (HS 3105.10): 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 3105.10: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: in tablets or similar forms or in packages of a gross weight not exceeding 10kg.
Common questions
What is the value of compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs) worth $2.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 660 tonnes. That ranks it 67th of 188 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 619% on 2023.
Which countries supply compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs) to Zambia?
India was the largest supplier with 75% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by South Africa (21%) and the United Kingdom (2%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 262% on the year.
What is the average import price of compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $3.32 per kg in 2024, 205% above the world average of $1.09 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $189 thousand in 2017 to $2.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $621 thousand a year.
Does Zambia also export compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs)?
Yes. Zambia exported $757 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Malawi. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $1.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs)?
The HS code for compound fertilizer (tablets or small packs) is subheading 3105.10. 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?
For Zambia, EximDataX reads the shipment records of the countries that trade with it and shows the companies on both sides. We can walk you through your product on a short call.
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