Compound fertilizers (other) imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
Zambia imported $120.2 million of compound fertilizers (other) in 2024 (65.8 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 4th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 210 countries. Value rose 86% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 43% 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 | $120.2M | 65.8K t |
| 2023 | $64.7M | 76.2K t |
| 2022 | $86.0M | 70.2K t |
| 2021 | $44.5M | 63.4K t |
| 2020 | $90.6M | 45.2K t |
| 2019 | $35.5M | 23.5K t |
| 2018 | $20.0M | 15.3K t |
| 2017 | $9.6M | 5.9K t |
Where Zambia imports compound fertilizers (other) from
One supplier dominates: South Africa accounted for 85% of the value. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+219% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $102.5M | 85% |
| United States | $4.9M | 4.1% |
| Mozambique | $2.1M | 1.8% |
| Norway | $1.5M | 1.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.3M | 1.1% |
| Switzerland | $1.3M | 1.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | $962K | 0.8% |
| China | $872K | 0.7% |
| France | $762K | 0.6% |
| Singapore | $741K | 0.6% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.83 per kg, 141% above the world average of $0.76. 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 fertilizers (other) exports from Zambia
Exports of compound fertilizers (other) by Zambia reached $1.0 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 75% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Zimbabwe grew fastest (+575% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $760K | 75% |
| Eswatini | $104K | 10% |
| Zimbabwe | $98K | 9.6% |
| South Africa | $40K | 3.9% |
| Tanzania | $10K | 1% |
| Malawi | $3K | 0.3% |
| Angola | $1K | 0.1% |
| Nigeria | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
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The shipment records behind Zambia compound fertilizers (other) imports (HS 3105.90): 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 3105.90: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: n.e.c. in heading no. 3105.
Common questions
What is the value of compound fertilizers (other) imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported compound fertilizers (other) worth $120.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 65.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 4th of 210 countries worldwide, with 5% of world imports. The value was up 86% on 2023.
Which countries supply compound fertilizers (other) to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 85% of the value ($102.5 million), followed by the United States (4%) and Mozambique (2%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. Norway grew fastest among the top ten, up 421% on the year.
What is the average import price of compound fertilizers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.83 per kg in 2024, 141% above the world average of $0.76 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 fertilizers (other) to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $9.6 million in 2017 to $120.2 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $58.9 million a year.
Does Zambia also export compound fertilizers (other)?
Yes. Zambia exported $1.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, Eswatini and Zimbabwe. On balance Zambia is a net importer of this product, by about $119.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for compound fertilizers (other)?
The HS code for compound fertilizers (other) is subheading 3105.90. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3105 page.
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