The European export of urea containing over 45% nitrogen sees Germany leading the market in 2024, followed closely by the Netherlands and Spain. Noteworthy year-on-year growth was seen in Estonia and Luxembourg. However, significant declines were recorded in Poland, Romania, and, most drastically, the United Kingdom, which reported a complete halt. Meanwhile, several countries like Slovakia, Italy, and France experienced stability with 0% change. Over the past five years, a varied compound annual growth rate has been observed across countries with promising expansion in Estonia and Portugal, indicating potential shifts in regional export dynamics.
Future trends to monitor include the continued expansion in Eastern Europe, specifically in Estonia and Slovakia, which may challenge traditional Western dominance in urea exportation. Additionally, the null exports from the United Kingdom suggest a structural shift possibly due to post-Brexit trade policies. As environmental regulations tighten, countries investing in sustainable nitrogen production processes may gain competitive advantage.
Top countries in Export of Urea Containing More than 45% by Weight of Nitrogen on the Dry Anhydrous Product Share by Country (Kilograms of Nitrogen)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 30.15 | 2023 | +3.09% | +1.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 23.91 | 2023 | +0.92% | +7.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 10.88 | 2023 | +15.92% | -3.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Croatia | 8.65 | 2023 | +0.57% | +4.16% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Lithuania | 7.84 | 2023 | +3.51% | +5.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 5.08 | 2023 | +2.9% | -0.57% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Estonia | 3.25 | 2023 | +15.89% | +15.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 3.03 | 2023 | -69.7% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 1.89 | 2023 | -9.45% | -9.15% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 1.87 | 2023 | -25.29% | View data |
