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Argentina: Mixed Fertilizer Market 2025

Mixed Fertilizer Market Size in Argentina

For the third consecutive year, the Argentinian mixed fertilizer market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 18% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a strong expansion. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Mixed Fertilizer Exports

Exports from Argentina

In 2022, approx. X tons of mixed fertilizers were exported from Argentina; waning by -27.3% on 2021. In general, exports saw a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when exports increased by 134% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, mixed fertilizer exports expanded modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 134%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Brazil (X tons), Bolivia (X tons) and Paraguay (X tons) were the main destinations of mixed fertilizer exports from Argentina, together accounting for 95% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Brazil (with a CAGR of +21.7%), while the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Brazil ($X), Bolivia ($X) and South Africa ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for mixed fertilizer exported from Argentina worldwide, together accounting for 98% of total exports.

Brazil, with a CAGR of +32.2%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average mixed fertilizer export price amounted to $X per ton, surging by 44% against the previous year. Overall, the export price enjoyed a resilient expansion. As a result, the export price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Chile ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Belize ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Chile (+38.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Mixed Fertilizer Imports

Imports into Argentina

After two years of growth, purchases abroad of mixed fertilizers decreased by -11.8% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, total imports indicated a pronounced increase from 2012 to 2022: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +4.2% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 77% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum at X tons in 2021, and then declined in the following year.

In value terms, mixed fertilizer imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, enjoyed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by 94%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

The United States (X tons), Morocco (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of mixed fertilizer imports to Argentina, with a combined 77% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for China (with a CAGR of +24.4%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Morocco ($X), the United States ($X) and China ($X) appeared to be the largest mixed fertilizer suppliers to Argentina, with a combined 75% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, China, with a CAGR of +32.4%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average mixed fertilizer import price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 54% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price enjoyed resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 82% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the maximum in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the near future.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the countries with the highest prices were Saudi Arabia ($X per ton) and China ($X per ton), while the price for Norway ($X per ton) and the United States ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+8.0%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for mixed fertilizers in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were China, Brazil and the United States, with a combined 48% share of global consumption. India, Indonesia, Russia, Canada, Vietnam, Germany and Egypt lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 24%.

What are the largest producers of mixed fertilizers in the world?

China constituted the country with the largest volume of mixed fertilizer production, comprising approx. 29% of total volume. Moreover, mixed fertilizer production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Brazil, threefold. Russia ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.9% share.

What are the leading suppliers of mixed fertilizers to Argentina?

In value terms, the largest mixed fertilizer suppliers to Argentina were Morocco, China and the United States, together comprising 71% of total imports.

What are the leading importers of mixed fertilizers from Argentina?

In value terms, the largest markets for mixed fertilizer exported from Argentina were Brazil, Uruguay and Bolivia, with a combined 83% share of total exports. These countries were followed by Chile, Paraguay, Belize and the Dominican Republic, which together accounted for a further 11%.

What is the average export price for mixed fertilizers in Argentina?

The average mixed fertilizer export price stood at $711 per ton in 2021, rising by 6.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for mixed fertilizers in Argentina?

The average mixed fertilizer import price stood at $381 per ton in 2021, growing by 14% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the mixed fertilizer market in Argentina. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 20157130 -
Prodcom 20157180 -
Prodcom 20157200 - Diammonium hydrogenorthophosphate (diammonium phosphate) (excluding in tablets or similar forms or in packages of a weight of . .10 kg)
Prodcom 20157300 - Ammonium dihydrogenorthophosphate (monoammonium phosphate)
Prodcom 20157400 - Other mineral or chemical fertilisers containing the two fertilising elements nitrogen and phosphorus
Prodcom 20157500 - Mineral or chemical fertilisers containing the two fertilising elements phosphorus and potassium
Prodcom 20157100 - Mineral or chemical fertilisers containing the three fertilising elements nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium (excluding those in tablets or similar forms, or in packages with a gross weight of . .10 kg)
Prodcom 20157200 - Diammonium hydrogenorthophosphate (diammonium phosphate) (excluding in tablets or similar forms or in packages of a weight of . .10 kg)
Prodcom 20157300 - Ammonium dihydrogenorthophosphate (monoammonium phosphate)
Prodcom 20157400 - Other mineral or chemical fertilisers containing the two fertilising elements nitrogen and phosphorus
Prodcom 20157500 - Mineral or chemical fertilisers containing the two fertilising elements phosphorus and potassium

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Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Argentina
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024