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Saudi Arabia: Diammonium Phosphate Market 2025

Diammonium Phosphate Market Size in Saudi Arabia

The Saudi diammonium phosphate market shrank notably to $X in 2022, declining by -37% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, recorded perceptible growth. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X, and then contracted markedly in the following year.

Diammonium Phosphate Production in Saudi Arabia

In value terms, diammonium phosphate production declined modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a pronounced contraction. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 when the production volume increased by 17%. Diammonium phosphate production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Diammonium Phosphate Exports

Exports from Saudi Arabia

After two years of decline, shipments abroad of diammonium phosphate increased by 31% to X tons in 2022. In general, exports posted a prominent expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 91% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, diammonium phosphate exports dropped modestly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports recorded a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 89% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

India (X tons) was the main destination for diammonium phosphate exports from Saudi Arabia, accounting for a 76% share of total exports. Moreover, diammonium phosphate exports to India exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, the United States (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was taken by Argentina (X tons), with a 1.7% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to India amounted to +10.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (+84.3% per year) and Argentina (+8.3% per year).

In value terms, India ($X) remains the key foreign market for diammonium phosphate exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 76% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a 14% share of total exports. It was followed by Argentina, with a 2.1% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to India totaled +9.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: the United States (+90.9% per year) and Argentina (+9.6% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average diammonium phosphate export price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -26.7% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a slight setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 an increase of 76%. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per ton, and then contracted remarkably in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the countries with the highest prices were Argentina ($X per ton) and Brazil ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to the United States ($X per ton) and India ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the United States (+3.6%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Diammonium Phosphate Imports

Imports into Saudi Arabia

Diammonium phosphate imports into Saudi Arabia surged to X tons in 2014, with an increase of 131% on 2013. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 1,211% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports reached the maximum in 2014 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

In value terms, diammonium phosphate imports skyrocketed to $X in 2014. Overall, imports, however, showed a deep reduction. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2014, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2014, Jordan (X tons) constituted the largest diammonium phosphate supplier to Saudi Arabia, with a approx. 87% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2014, the average annual growth rate of volume from Jordan was relatively modest.

In value terms, Jordan ($X) constituted the largest supplier of diammonium phosphate to Saudi Arabia.

From 2012 to 2014, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Jordan was relatively modest.

Import Prices by Country

In 2014, the average diammonium phosphate import price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -40.8% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a sharp decrease. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2014, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for China.

From 2012 to 2014, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Jordan amounted to -90.9% per year.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for diammonium phosphate in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of diammonium phosphate consumption in 2021 were China, India and the United States, together comprising 54% of global consumption. Pakistan, Russia, Nigeria, Germany and Mexico lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 16%.

What are the largest producers of diammonium phosphate in the world?

China remains the largest diammonium phosphate producing country worldwide, comprising approx. 36% of total volume. Moreover, diammonium phosphate production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Morocco, with an 8.5% share.

What are the leading suppliers of diammonium phosphate to Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, Jordan constituted the largest supplier of diammonium phosphate to Saudi Arabia.

What are the leading importers of diammonium phosphate from Saudi Arabia?

In value terms, India remains the key foreign market for diammonium phosphate exports from Saudi Arabia, comprising 66% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 18% share of total exports. It was followed by Kenya, with a 7.5% share.

What is the average export price for diammonium phosphate in Saudi Arabia?

The average diammonium phosphate export price stood at $355 per ton in 2021, growing by 6.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for diammonium phosphate in Saudi Arabia?

The average diammonium phosphate import price stood at $532 per ton in 2014, dropping by -12.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the diammonium phosphate market in Saudi Arabia. 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 4022 -

Country coverage:

Saudi Arabia

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

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Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
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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
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10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

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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