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Global Nitrogen Market 2024

Nitrogen Market Size

The global nitrogen market stood at $X in 2021, growing by 7% against the previous year. The market value increased at an average annual rate of +4.4% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2021, the growth of the global market remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Nitrogen Production

In value terms, nitrogen production reached $X in 2021 estimated in export price. The total output value increased at an average annual rate of +4.3% from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by 25%. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2017 to 2021, global production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Nitrogen Exports

Exports

Global nitrogen exports expanded notably to X cubic meters in 2021, picking up by 8% on 2020. Overall, total exports indicated a buoyant increase from 2012 to 2021: its volume increased at an average annual rate of +7.5% over the last nine-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2021 figures, exports increased by +68.7% against 2013 indices. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 when exports increased by 17%. The global exports peaked in 2021 and are likely to continue growth in years to come.

In value terms, nitrogen exports surged to $X in 2021. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +1.4% over the period from 2012 to 2021; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. As a result, the exports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Belgium was the main exporter of nitrogen in the world, with the volume of exports resulting at X cubic meters, which was approx. 41% of total exports in 2021. Germany (X cubic meters) held a 10% share (based on physical terms) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by the United States (9.7%) and France (7.1%). Poland (X cubic meters), Austria (X cubic meters), the Czech Republic (X cubic meters), Singapore (X cubic meters) and Italy (X cubic meters) held a relatively small share of total exports.

Belgium was also the fastest-growing in terms of the nitrogen exports, with a CAGR of +25.5% from 2012 to 2021. At the same time, Austria (+10.1%), the United States (+8.6%), Italy (+6.5%), Germany (+6.0%), France (+3.4%) and Poland (+1.7%) displayed positive paces of growth. By contrast, the Czech Republic (-1.0%) and Singapore (-9.9%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2021, the share of Belgium increased by +31 percentage points. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the largest nitrogen supplying countries worldwide were Belgium ($X), France ($X) and Germany ($X), with a combined 40% share of global exports. These countries were followed by the United States, Austria, Poland, Singapore, the Czech Republic and Italy, which together accounted for a further 27%.

Austria, with a CAGR of +16.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main exporting countries over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average nitrogen export price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, rising by 16% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, recorded a deep reduction. The global export price peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per cubic meter), while Belgium ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Austria (+6.0%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Nitrogen Imports

Imports

Global nitrogen imports skyrocketed to X cubic meters in 2021, picking up by 36% compared with 2020. In general, imports, however, recorded a perceptible setback. Global imports peaked at X cubic meters in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, nitrogen imports soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, global imports hit record highs at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2021, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2021, the Netherlands (X cubic meters), distantly followed by Germany (X cubic meters), Canada (X cubic meters), Belgium (X cubic meters) and Slovakia (X cubic meters) were the largest importers of nitrogen, together achieving 54% of total imports. Singapore (X cubic meters), Hungary (X cubic meters), the Czech Republic (X cubic meters), France (X cubic meters), Malaysia (X cubic meters), Luxembourg (X cubic meters), Slovenia (X cubic meters) and Greece (X cubic meters) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by Hungary (with a CAGR of +29.2%), while imports for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Netherlands ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported nitrogen worldwide, comprising 21% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Germany ($X), with an 8.8% share of global imports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 4.1% share.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in the Netherlands amounted to +3.6%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Germany (-1.9% per year) and Belgium (-0.7% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average nitrogen import price stood at $X per cubic meter in 2021, falling by -7.7% against the previous year. Over the last nine-year period, it increased at an average annual rate of +1.3%. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when the average import price increased by 20% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2019 to 2021, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Greece ($X per cubic meter), while Canada ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Netherlands (+9.2%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

China remains the largest nitrogen consuming country worldwide, comprising approx. 19% of total volume. Moreover, nitrogen consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 5.7% share.
China constituted the country with the largest volume of nitrogen production, comprising approx. 19% of total volume. Moreover, nitrogen production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, threefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total production with a 5.7% share.
In value terms, the largest nitrogen supplying countries worldwide were Belgium, Germany and the United States, with a combined 39% share of global exports. France, Austria, Poland, the Czech Republic, Singapore and Kuwait lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 26%.
In value terms, the Netherlands constitutes the largest market for imported nitrogen worldwide, comprising 21% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with an 8.9% share of global imports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 4.4% share.
The average nitrogen export price stood at $0.1 per cubic meter in 2021, picking up by 19% against the previous year.
The average nitrogen import price stood at $0.2 per cubic meter in 2021, dropping by -6.9% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global nitrogen market. 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 20111160 - Nitrogen

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Air Liquide, Linde Group, Praxair, Air Products and Chemicals, Messer Group, Southern Industrial Gas Berhad, Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation, Gulf Cryo, Emirates Industrial Gases Co. LLC, NexAir, OCI Nitrogen, CF Industries, Nutrien, Mosaic, Yara, Matheson, Medical-Technical Gases, Butler Gas Products Co., Universal Industrial Gases, Wright Brothers

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 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. 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. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    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. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2023
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    3. Market Value, 2012–2023
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
    9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    2. Market Value, 2012–2023
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Exports And Growth
    12. Export Prices And Growth
    13. Market Size And Growth
    14. Per Capita Consumption
    15. Imports And Growth
    16. Import Prices
    17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    19. Production, By Country, 2023
    20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
    27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
    28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
    29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
    30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
    32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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