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Global Urea Market 2024

Urea Market Size

After two years of growth, the global urea market decreased by X% to $X in 2023. The market value increased at an average annual rate of X% over the period from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Global consumption peaked at $X in 2022, and then reduced in the following year.

Urea Production

In value terms, urea production amounted to $X in 2023 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, production attained the peak level of $X. From 2022 to 2023, global production growth remained at a somewhat lower figure.

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Urea Exports

Exports

In 2023, after five years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of urea, when their volume decreased by X% to X tons. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with only minor fluctuations being observed throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. The global exports peaked at X tons in 2022, and then fell in the following year.

In value terms, urea exports shrank significantly to $X in 2023. Overall, exports, however, recorded measured growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of X%. Over the period under review, the global exports reached the maximum at $X in 2022, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Russia (X tons), China (X tons), Saudi Arabia (X tons), Oman (X tons), Egypt (X tons), Algeria (X tons), Nigeria (X tons), Iran (X tons), the United Arab Emirates (X tons), Malaysia (X tons), Indonesia (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) represented roughly X% of total exports in 2023. Germany (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the key exporting countries, was attained by Nigeria (with a CAGR of X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest urea supplying countries worldwide were Russia ($X), Saudi Arabia ($X) and Algeria ($X), together comprising X% of global exports. Egypt, China, Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Nigeria, Iran, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Netherlands and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

In terms of the main exporting countries, Nigeria, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2023, the average urea export price amounted to $X per ton, reducing by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, recorded mild growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by X%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2022, and then dropped in the following year.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2023, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Algeria ($X per ton), while Nigeria ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Algeria (X%), while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Urea Imports

Imports

After four years of growth, overseas purchases of urea decreased by X% to X tons in 2023. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of X% from 2012 to 2023; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 with an increase of X%. Global imports peaked at X tons in 2022, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, urea imports contracted markedly to $X in 2023. Over the period under review, imports, however, enjoyed notable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when imports increased by X%. Over the period under review, global imports attained the maximum at $X in 2022, and then reduced notably in the following year.

Imports by Country

India (X tons) and Brazil (X tons) were the major importers of urea in 2023, accounting for near X% and X% of total imports, respectively. It was followed by the United States (X tons), Turkey (X tons), Australia (X tons) and Thailand (X tons), together mixing up a X% share of total imports. France (X tons), Italy (X tons), Poland (X tons), Mexico (X tons), Canada (X tons), Spain (X tons) and the Philippines (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2023, the biggest increases were recorded for Poland (with a CAGR of X%), while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, India ($X), Brazil ($X) and the United States ($X) constituted the countries with the highest levels of imports in 2023, with a combined X% share of global imports. Turkey, Australia, Thailand, France, Italy, Canada, Poland, Mexico, Spain and the Philippines lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

In terms of the main importing countries, Poland, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average urea import price stood at $X per ton in 2023, with a decrease of X% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. Global import price peaked at $X per ton in 2022, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2023, major importing countries recorded the following prices: in Canada ($X per ton) and Spain ($X per ton), while Australia ($X per ton) and Brazil ($X per ton) were amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2023, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (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 urea 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:

FCL 4001 - Urea

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:

Acron Group, BASF SE, BIP (Oldbury) Ltd., EuroChem, Jiangsu Sanmu Group, Koch Fertilizer LLC, CF Industries, Nutrien, Iowa Fertilizer, OCI Nitrogen, Petrobras, Qatar Fertiliser Company, SABIC, Fauji Fertilizer Company Ltd., Sinochem, Hubei Xinyangfeng Fertilizer, Wengfu Group, Lenan Xinlianxin, Luxi Chemical Group, China BlueChemical Ltd., Anhui Liuguo Chemical Co. Ltd, Sichuan Chemical Co., Indo Gulf Corporation Ltd.

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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:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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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. 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
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. 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. 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 2012–2023
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 2012–2023
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 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
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