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Ireland: Ammonium Nitrate Market 2025

Ammonium Nitrate Market Size in Ireland

In 2021, the Irish ammonium nitrate market was finally on the rise to reach $X for the first time since 2018, thus ending a two-year declining trend. Overall, consumption, however, recorded a slight downturn. Over the period under review, the market attained the peak level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Ammonium Nitrate Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2021, approx. X tons of ammonium nitrate were exported from Ireland; surging by 12% compared with the year before. Overall, exports posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when exports increased by 212,049% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, ammonium nitrate exports rose sharply to $X in 2021. In general, exports posted a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 393,355% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2021, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for ammonium nitrate exports from Ireland, accounting for a approx. 99.9% share of total exports.

From 2014 to 2021, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK amounted to +44.0%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) also remains the key foreign market for ammonium nitrate exports from Ireland.

From 2014 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK stood at +84.6%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the average ammonium nitrate export price amounted to $X per ton, which is down by -3.4% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, enjoyed a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 85%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2020, and then fell in the following year.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the UK.

From 2014 to 2021, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to +28.3% per year.

Ammonium Nitrate Imports

Imports into Ireland

After two years of decline, purchases abroad of ammonium nitrate increased by 4.3% to X tons in 2021. In general, imports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 12%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2015 to 2021, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, ammonium nitrate imports skyrocketed to $X in 2021. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a mild reduction. Imports peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The UK (X tons), Belgium (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main suppliers of ammonium nitrate imports to Ireland, together accounting for 88% of total imports. Sweden and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 12%.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by Sweden (with a CAGR of +14.3%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the UK ($X), Belgium ($X) and Sweden ($X) were the largest ammonium nitrate suppliers to Ireland, with a combined 90% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, Sweden, with a CAGR of +15.8%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average ammonium nitrate import price stood at $X per ton in 2021, with an increase of 37% against the previous year. In general, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Sweden ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Spain (+14.3%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for ammonium nitrate in the world?

Russia constituted the country with the largest volume of ammonium nitrate consumption, accounting for 24% of total volume. Moreover, ammonium nitrate consumption in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Brazil, threefold. Uzbekistan ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.4% share.

What are the largest producers of ammonium nitrate in the world?

The country with the largest volume of ammonium nitrate production was Russia, accounting for 41% of total volume. Moreover, ammonium nitrate production in Russia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Uzbekistan, sevenfold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Saudi Arabia, with a 5.7% share.

What are the leading suppliers of ammonium nitrate to Ireland?

In value terms, the largest ammonium nitrate suppliers to Ireland were the UK, Belgium and Sweden, with a combined 90% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of ammonium nitrate from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for ammonium nitrate exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for ammonium nitrate in Ireland?

In 2021, the average ammonium nitrate export price amounted to $1,796 per ton, rising by 39% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for ammonium nitrate in Ireland?

The average ammonium nitrate import price stood at $420 per ton in 2021, growing by 42% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the ammonium nitrate market in Ireland. 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:

FCL 4003 -

Country coverage:

Ireland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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