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Global Phosphatic Fertilizer Market 2025

Phosphatic Fertilizer Market Size

The global phosphatic fertilizer market reduced sharply to $X in 2022, which is down by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the global market reached the maximum level at $X in 2021, and then shrank markedly in the following year.

Phosphatic Fertilizer Production

In value terms, phosphatic fertilizer production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a perceptible contraction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 when the production volume increased by X%. Global production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Phosphatic Fertilizer Exports

Exports

Global phosphatic fertilizer exports fell to X tons in 2022, shrinking by X% on the year before. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when exports increased by X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, phosphatic fertilizer exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, showed a perceptible expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The global exports peaked in 2022 and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

China (X tons), Morocco (X tons) and Israel (X tons) represented roughly X% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Spain (X tons) and Egypt (X tons), together creating a X% share of total exports. Tunisia (X tons), Tanzania (X tons), Bulgaria (X tons), Vietnam (X tons), Lebanon (X tons), the Netherlands (X tons) and Argentina (X tons) held a relatively small share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main exporting countries, was attained by Tanzania (with a CAGR of X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest phosphatic fertilizer supplying countries worldwide were Morocco ($X), China ($X) and Israel ($X), together comprising X% of global exports. Egypt, Tunisia, Bulgaria, Lebanon, Tanzania, Spain, Vietnam, the Netherlands and Argentina lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

Tanzania, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of 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 phosphatic fertilizer export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. Overall, the export price saw a perceptible increase. 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 amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Bulgaria ($X per ton), while Spain ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Egypt (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Phosphatic Fertilizer Imports

Imports

In 2022, approx. X tons of phosphatic fertilizers were imported worldwide; falling by X% against the previous year's figure. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2022; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 with an increase of X% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons, and then contracted in the following year.

In value terms, phosphatic fertilizer imports soared to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a noticeable expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. Global imports peaked in 2022 and are likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Brazil represented the key importer of phosphatic fertilizers in the world, with the volume of imports finishing at X tons, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2022. Indonesia (X tons) took the second position in the ranking, distantly followed by Bangladesh (X tons) and the United States (X tons). All these countries together held approx. X% share of total imports. Malaysia (X tons), Australia (X tons), Paraguay (X tons), France (X tons), Chile (X tons), Cambodia (X tons) and Iran (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

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

In value terms, Brazil ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported phosphatic fertilizers worldwide, comprising X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Bangladesh ($X), with an X% share of global imports. It was followed by the United States, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Brazil amounted to X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Bangladesh (X% per year) and the United States (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average phosphatic fertilizer import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import price indicated a noticeable increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, phosphatic fertilizer import price increased by X% against 2020 indices. As a result, import price attained the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Bangladesh ($X per ton), while Malaysia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Cambodia (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global phosphatic fertilizer 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.

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

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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

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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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- 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
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, By Country, 2018–2024
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
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, 2012–2024
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
19. Production, By Country, 2024
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
32. Export Prices, 2012–2024