Single nitrogen fertilizer imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported single nitrogen fertilizer worth $3.3 million (8.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 63% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $8.7 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 | $3.3M | 8.3K t |
| 2023 | $8.7M | 11.8K t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 2.0K t |
| 2021 | $663K | 1.5K t |
| 2020 | $1.4M | 2.4K t |
| 2019 | $199K | 511 t |
| 2018 | $1.0M | 3.5K t |
| 2017 | $349K | 1.2K t |
Where Zambia imports single nitrogen fertilizer from
South Africa alone supplied 66% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+376% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $2.1M | 66% |
| Mozambique | $1.1M | 35% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.39 per kg, 26% above the world average of $0.31. 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 Zambia single nitrogen fertilizer imports (HS 3102.29): 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 3102.29: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, other than ammonium sulphate.
Common questions
What is the value of single nitrogen fertilizer imported by Zambia?
Zambia imported single nitrogen fertilizer worth $3.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 8.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 135 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 63% on 2023.
Which countries supply single nitrogen fertilizer to Zambia?
South Africa was the largest supplier with 66% of the value ($2.1 million), followed by Mozambique (34%) and China (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 376% on the year.
What is the average import price of single nitrogen fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.39 per kg in 2024, 26% above the world average of $0.31 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of single nitrogen fertilizer to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $348 thousand in 2017 to $3.3 million in 2024, an increase of 833%. The peak was 2023 at $8.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for single nitrogen fertilizer?
The HS code for single nitrogen fertilizer is subheading 3102.29. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3102 page.
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