HS Code:
Ammonium chloride (HS Code: 2827.10) is an inorganic compound commonly used in fertilizers, as a flux in metalwork, in pharmaceuticals, and in various industrial applications such as textile dyeing and leather tanning. It appears as a white crystalline salt and is highly soluble in water. The global trade of ammonium chloride is driven by agricultural demand, particularly in regions with intensive farming, as well as industrial applications in emerging economies.
Total Trade Volume
USD 1.2 billion
Data from 2022
Source
United Nations Comtrade Database
USD 600 million
50.0% of total trade
Increasing
USD 150 million
12.5% of total trade
Stable
USD 120 million
10.0% of total trade
Increasing
USD 80 million
6.7% of total trade
Stable
USD 50 million
4.2% of total trade
Decreasing
Average Rate
5.5%
Highest Rate
15% (applied by certain developing countries to protect local industries)
Lowest Rate
0% (under free trade agreements like EU-Japan EPA)
Rising demand for fertilizers in Asia-Pacific
Increased export volumes from major producers like China to meet agricultural needs in countries like India and Vietnam
2021-2022
Shift towards sustainable production methods
Higher production costs due to stricter environmental regulations in Europe and North America, affecting global pricing
2020-2022
Industrial application growth in emerging markets
Growing demand in textile and leather industries in countries like Bangladesh and Brazil, boosting trade volumes
2019-2022
India introduced a provisional anti-dumping duty on ammonium chloride imports from China to protect domestic manufacturers from low-cost imports.
June 2023
Potential shift in trade patterns, with Indian buyers possibly turning to alternative suppliers like Germany or the Middle East.
The European Union implemented stricter emission standards for chemical production, including ammonium chloride, to reduce environmental impact.
March 2023
Increased production costs for European manufacturers, potentially reducing competitiveness against Asian exporters.
Several new ammonium chloride production facilities were commissioned in China, aiming to meet growing global demand, especially in Asia.
January 2023
Likely to reinforce Chinaโs dominance in the market, potentially leading to oversupply and price reductions.