There is no single public price for technical grade urea. It is sold on contracts that follow the global urea market, plus a premium for higher purity, tighter specifications and separate handling. The best public reference is the World Bank urea benchmark, which averaged $407.50 per tonne in September 2026 (granular urea, FOB Middle East).
If you buy urea for resins, AdBlue, chemicals or cosmetics, the question is less “what is the price today?” and more “what premium is fair for the specification I need?” This guide shows how the market moved in 2026 and how to read an offer.
Urea market prices in 2026
| Period | Urea, $ per tonne |
|---|---|
| 2025 average | 422.7 |
| January to March 2026 | 537.7 |
| April to June 2026 | 693.5 |
| July 2026 | 400.0 |
| August 2026 | 390.0 |
| September 2026 | 407.5 |
Prices jumped in the first half of 2026 as shipping around the Strait of Hormuz was disrupted and natural gas costs rose, then fell back in the third quarter. See the full urea price guide.
Why technical grade urea costs more
- Purity: typically 99% urea or more, with low biuret
- No additives: no formaldehyde anti-caking agents or coatings
- Tighter limits: on moisture, metals, free ammonia and insolubles
- Separate handling: dedicated storage, bagging and transport to avoid contamination
- Testing: a certificate of analysis for each lot
The premium depends on how strict your specification is. Urea for AdBlue (ISO 22241) or pharmaceuticals carries a bigger premium than urea for general resins. See technical grade urea and DEF urea.
What else affects your price
- Natural gas prices, the main cost of making urea
- Origin and freight: Middle East, China, Russia and Southeast Asia are common sources
- Export policies, such as Chinese export restrictions
- Packaging: 25 or 50 kg bags, big bags or bulk
- Quantity and contract length
- Duties and local taxes in your country
How to compare technical urea offers
- Put the full specification in writing: urea content, biuret, moisture, metals and form.
- Compare offers on the same delivery terms (FOB, CFR or CIF) and packaging. See FOB vs CIF.
- Ask for a certificate of analysis and, for a new supplier, a test sample.
- Use independent inspection at loading.
- Be careful with prices far below the market; they often mean a lower grade.
For import costing, see how to calculate landed cost.
Getting a quote from Agromer
Agromer trades urea, including technical grades, for industrial buyers. Send us your specification, quantity, packaging and destination, and we will check what we can offer at current market levels.
Frequently asked questions
What is the technical grade urea price per ton today?
It follows the global urea market plus a purity premium. The World Bank urea benchmark averaged $407.50 per tonne in September 2026; technical grades trade above that, depending on the specification.
Why is technical grade urea more expensive than fertilizer urea?
It has higher purity, lower biuret, no additives, tighter impurity limits and separate handling and testing.
Why did urea prices rise in 2026?
Shipping disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz and higher natural gas prices pushed prices up in the first half of 2026. They eased in the third quarter.
Which countries export technical grade urea?
Producers in the Middle East, China, Russia and Southeast Asia, among others. Availability depends on each plant’s product range and export rules.
How can I get the best price?
Specify exactly what you need, compare offers on the same terms, buy in larger lots or on contract, and verify quality with inspection.