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Urea Fertilizer: Grades, Specification and Bulk Supply

Agromer trades urea fertilizer (46% nitrogen) with major refineries on spot and contract terms, for importers, distributors and large agricultural buyers. We work with granular and prilled urea, in bulk or bagged, against a clear written procedure: end-buyer Letter of Intent, offer, sales and purchase agreement, bank-secured payment and independent inspection.

If you are importing urea for the first time, the most useful thing to know is that a good deal starts with a precise enquiry. The clearer your specification, quantity and destination, the faster and more accurate the offer.

Gloved hands holding white urea granules over an open bag of fertilizer
Urea fertilizer is supplied as white prills or granules.

What is urea fertilizer?

Urea, CO(NH2)2, is the world’s most widely used nitrogen fertilizer. It carries 46% nitrogen, the highest of any solid fertilizer, so it is the cheapest way to move and store nitrogen per tonne. In the soil it turns into ammonium and nitrate, which crops use for leaf and stem growth. Read more in what is urea used for and urea in agriculture.

Grades we handle

GradeDescriptionTypical use
Granular urea 46%Larger, harder particles, usually 2 to 4 mmBulk import, mechanical spreading, blending
Prilled urea 46%Smaller beads, usually 1 to 2.8 mmLocal markets, dissolving, some blends
Technical grade ureaHigh purity, low biuretResins, AdBlue production, chemicals
Other grades on request. See urea N46 and technical grade urea.

Typical fertilizer urea specification

ParameterGranularPrilled
Nitrogen46% minimum46% minimum
Biuret1.0% maximum1.0% maximum
Moisture0.5% maximum0.5% maximum
Particle size2 to 4 mm, 90% minimum1 to 2.8 mm, 90% minimum
ColourWhite, free-flowingWhite, free-flowing
Typical export values. The exact specification is set in each contract and verified by independent inspection.
White granular urea fertilizer spilling from a scoop onto soil
Granular urea contains 46% nitrogen.

Packaging and shipping

  • Bulk: in bulk vessels for large volumes
  • Bagged: 50 kg bags, or big bags (jumbo bags) of about 1 tonne
  • Containers: bagged urea in containers for smaller volumes

Delivery terms such as FOB, CFR or CIF are agreed per contract. See FOB vs CIF.

Container ship in port loaded with containers marked bulk urea fertilizer
Bagged urea can be shipped in containers; large volumes go in bulk vessels.

How a urea purchase works with Agromer

  1. Enquiry: send the grade, quantity, packaging, destination port and delivery schedule through the form below.
  2. Letter of Intent: an end-buyer LOI is needed before we issue an offer for urea.
  3. Offer and SPA: the price, specification, inspection and delivery terms are set out in a sales and purchase agreement.
  4. Payment: by 100% documentary letter of credit (DLC) or SBLC from a recognised bank.
  5. Inspection: independent SGS inspection at loading confirms quality and quantity. Factory visits can be arranged once the SPA is signed and the draft LC (MT760) is received.

This is how we keep transactions secure for both sides. Learn more in our trading process and guide on how to assess fertilizer suppliers.

What affects the urea price

Urea follows the world market, which is driven by natural gas costs, export policies, shipping and seasonal demand. The World Bank benchmark (granular urea, FOB Middle East) averaged $407.50 per tonne in September 2026, after averaging about $694 in April to June. Your price also depends on the grade, packaging, quantity and delivery terms. See the full urea price guide.

How to use urea fertilizer

For distributors and farmers, the basics are simple: apply urea during active growth, split the dose, and work it into the soil or apply before irrigation to limit nitrogen losses. Full guidance is in how to use urea as fertilizer.

Before you send: Agromer trades with businesses only, in bulk shipments. We do not supply retail or small farm quantities. Payment is by irrevocable documentary letter of credit (DLC) or SBLC. For urea, coal and petroleum products, an end-buyer Letter of Intent is needed before an offer is issued.
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Frequently asked questions

What grades of urea does Agromer supply?

Granular and prilled fertilizer urea (46% N), and technical grade urea on request.

What is needed to receive a urea offer?

An end-buyer Letter of Intent with the grade, quantity, packaging, destination port and delivery schedule.

How is payment made?

By 100% documentary letter of credit (DLC) or SBLC from a recognised bank, as set out in the sales and purchase agreement.

Is the urea inspected?

Yes. Independent SGS inspection at loading confirms quality and quantity.

What packaging is available?

Bulk, 50 kg bags or big bags, depending on the contract.

What is the difference between granular and prilled urea?

Both contain 46% nitrogen. Granules are larger and harder, better for bulk shipping and blending; prills are smaller and dissolve faster.