Potassium fertilizers (other) imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of potassium fertilizers (other) by Zimbabwe reached $10.8 million in 2024 (13.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 206% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 24% 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 | $10.8M | 13.8K t |
| 2023 | $3.5M | 3.5K t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 2.2K t |
| 2021 | $11.2M | 16.7K t |
| 2020 | $9.2M | 11.4K t |
| 2019 | $3.9M | 8.8K t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 9.5K t |
| 2017 | $2.4M | 6.0K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports potassium fertilizers (other) from
One supplier dominates: United Arab Emirates accounted for 53% of the value. Among the main suppliers, United Arab Emirates grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $5.7M | 53% |
| South Africa | $2.5M | 23% |
| Mauritius | $1.5M | 14% |
| Mozambique | $890K | 8.3% |
| Spain | $132K | 1.2% |
| Australia | $40K | 0.4% |
| Namibia | $38K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| Bulgaria | $0K | 0% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.78 per kg, 129% above the world average of $0.34. 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 Zimbabwe potassium fertilizers (other) imports (HS 3104.90): 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 3104.90: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: potassic, n.e.c. in heading no. 3104.
Common questions
What is the value of potassium fertilizers (other) imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported potassium fertilizers (other) worth $10.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 13.8 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 18th of 161 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 206% on 2023.
Which countries supply potassium fertilizers (other) to Zimbabwe?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 53% of the value ($5.7 million), followed by South Africa (23%) and Mauritius (14%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 10 supplier countries in total. Mozambique grew fastest among the top ten, up 72% on the year.
What is the average import price of potassium fertilizers (other) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.78 per kg in 2024, 129% above the world average of $0.34 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of potassium fertilizers (other) to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.4 million in 2017 to $10.8 million in 2024, an increase of 355%. The peak was 2021 at $11.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for potassium fertilizers (other)?
The HS code for potassium fertilizers (other) is subheading 3104.90. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3104 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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