Ammonium nitrate fertilizer imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported ammonium nitrate fertilizer worth $58.3 million (109.1 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 32% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $85.7 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 | $58.3M | 109.1K t |
| 2023 | $85.7M | 124.4K t |
| 2022 | $54.7M | 67.4K t |
| 2021 | $48.4M | 91.5K t |
| 2020 | $36.5M | 81.9K t |
| 2019 | $31.0M | 65.6K t |
| 2018 | $84.6M | 193.5K t |
| 2017 | $8.9M | 36.3K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports ammonium nitrate fertilizer from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (35%), South Africa (25%), Russia (17%). Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $20.3M | 35% |
| South Africa | $14.3M | 25% |
| Russia | $9.9M | 17% |
| Mauritius | $8.7M | 15% |
| Turkey | $2.7M | 4.6% |
| Kazakhstan | $2.4M | 4% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.53 per kg, 39% above the world average of $0.38. 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.
Ammonium nitrate fertilizer exports from Zimbabwe
In 2024, Zimbabwe exported ammonium nitrate fertilizer worth $244 thousand (510 tonnes). Mozambique alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Mozambique | $244K | 100% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe ammonium nitrate fertilizer imports (HS 3102.30): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Mirror data: built from the shipment records of the countries that trade with it.
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 3102.30: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, ammonium nitrate, whether or not in aqueous solution.
Common questions
What is the value of ammonium nitrate fertilizer imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported ammonium nitrate fertilizer worth $58.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 109.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 15th of 168 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply ammonium nitrate fertilizer to Zimbabwe?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 35% of the value ($20.3 million), followed by South Africa (25%) and Russia (17%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 7 supplier countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 74% on the year.
What is the average import price of ammonium nitrate fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.53 per kg in 2024, 39% above the world average of $0.38 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of ammonium nitrate fertilizer to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $8.9 million in 2017 to $58.3 million in 2024, an increase of 554%. The peak was 2023 at $85.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $51.0 million a year.
Does Zimbabwe also export ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
Yes. Zimbabwe exported $244 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Mozambique, Zambia and South Africa. On balance Zimbabwe is a net importer of this product, by about $58.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for ammonium nitrate fertilizer?
The HS code for ammonium nitrate fertilizer is subheading 3102.30. 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?
For Zimbabwe, 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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