Urea fertilizer imports in Zimbabwe: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zimbabwe imported urea fertilizer worth $45.4 million (76.7 thousand tonnes). That is close to the 2023 level. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 17% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $94.7 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 | $45.4M | 76.7K t |
| 2023 | $46.5M | 71.8K t |
| 2022 | $45.6M | 44.8K t |
| 2021 | $94.7M | 157.1K t |
| 2020 | $33.2M | 74.5K t |
| 2019 | $35.4M | 70.0K t |
| 2018 | $44.9M | 90.0K t |
| 2017 | $15.2M | 37.9K t |
Where Zimbabwe imports urea fertilizer from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (48%), Mauritius (28%), South Africa (20%). Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+74% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $21.7M | 48% |
| Mauritius | $12.9M | 28% |
| South Africa | $9.2M | 20% |
| Mozambique | $1.5M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $136K | 0.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | $37K | 0.1% |
| China | $0K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| Zambia | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.59 per kg, 64% above the world average of $0.36. 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zimbabwe?
The shipment records behind Zimbabwe urea fertilizer imports (HS 3102.10): 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 3102.10: Fertilizers, mineral or chemical: nitrogenous, urea, whether or not in aqueous solution.
Common questions
What is the value of urea fertilizer imported by Zimbabwe?
Zimbabwe imported urea fertilizer worth $45.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 76.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 63rd of 202 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply urea fertilizer to Zimbabwe?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($21.7 million), followed by Mauritius (28%) and South Africa (20%). The top three together account for 96%, out of 9 supplier countries in total. South Africa grew fastest among the top ten, up 74% on the year.
What is the average import price of urea fertilizer per kg?
The average declared import value was about $0.59 per kg in 2024, 64% above the world average of $0.36 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of urea fertilizer to Zimbabwe changed since 2017?
Imports went from $15.2 million in 2017 to $45.4 million in 2024, an increase of 198%. The peak was 2021 at $94.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $45.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for urea fertilizer?
The HS code for urea fertilizer is subheading 3102.10. It sits in HS chapter 31 (fertilizers). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3102 page.
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