{"id":1158,"date":"2025-10-29T11:24:41","date_gmt":"2025-10-29T07:54:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/myepanel.ir\/apit\/?post_type=product&#038;p=1158"},"modified":"2025-11-11T13:47:00","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T10:17:00","slug":"phosphate-fertilizers","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/product\/phosphate-fertilizers\/","title":{"rendered":"Phosphate Fertilizers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>1 &#8211; Diammonium Phosphate (DAP)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>What DAP is<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Diammonium phosphate (DAP) is an inorganic phosphate fertilizer produced by the reaction of phosphoric acid with ammonia. Typical commercial DAP contains about 18% nitrogen (N) and 46% phosphate expressed as P\u2082O\u2085 (i.e., roughly 46% P\u2082O\u2085). DAP appears as white, hard prills or granules and is widely used as a starter fertilizer and in bulk blended NPKs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>How DAP is made (brief)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Industrial DAP production begins with phosphate rock converted to phosphoric acid (wet-process). Controlled neutralization of the acid with ammonia yields DAP crystal or granule; the product is dried and screened for particle size, density and free-moisture specification. Modern plants control cooling and granulation to ensure uniform prill density and low caking.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Agronomic profile &amp; uses<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Nutrient content: ~18% N, ~46% P\u2082O\u2085 (high P concentration).<\/li>\n<li>Crop uses: Common as a starter fertilizer at planting for cereals, oilseeds and row crops because it supplies immediately available phosphate and some ammonium nitrogen.<\/li>\n<li>Soil reaction: DAP is moderately alkaline upon dissolution (it can raise local pH at the granule surface), which increases initial P availability in some soils; banded placement reduces fixation losses in high-fixation soils.<\/li>\n<li>Advantages: High nutrient density reduces transport cost per kg of nutrient; excellent for blending and bulk handling.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Handling &amp; logistics<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">DAP prills are hygroscopic and can cake if exposed to moisture; store in dry, ventilated warehouses on pallets and use moisture-resistant packaging for long export voyages. Standard maritime packing is 50 kg PP\/PE woven bags (with liners) or 500\u20131,000 kg big-bags; bulk shipments by hopper vessels are common for large contracts.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>2 &#8211; Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>What MAP is<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Monoammonium phosphate (MAP) is produced by reacting phosphoric acid with ammonia at a different stoichiometry than DAP. MAP usually contains around 11% nitrogen (N) and 48% P\u2082O\u2085 (or sometimes expressed as 11-48-0). MAP crystals are highly water-soluble and the fertilizer is commonly used in fertigation, foliar applications and high-value blends.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>How MAP is made (brief)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">MAP production uses concentrated phosphoric acid neutralized with ammonia under controlled temperature to form a crystalline MAP product. For soluble MAP (for fertigation), manufacturers control crystal size and dryness and often prill or granulate for uniform spreading.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Agronomic profile &amp; uses<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Nutrient content: ~11% N, ~48% P\u2082O\u2085 \u2014 the highest P\u2082O\u2085 concentration among common N-bearing solid fertilizers.<\/li>\n<li>Crop uses: Preferred where high early phosphorus is required, and in precision agriculture (starter bands, blends, foliar\/fertigation solutions). MAP\u2019s high solubility and neutral\/acidic dissolution profile minimize phosphate fixation in calcareous soils compared with some forms.<\/li>\n<li>Advantages: Excellent for fertigation and foliar feeding due to solubility; often used in high-value horticulture and greenhouse production.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Handling &amp; logistics<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">MAP is slightly hygroscopic; store dry. It is sold as prills or granules (25\u201350 kg bags), big-bags or as part of NPK blends. For fluid systems, MAP can be supplied in solution form or dissolved on site as UAN\/MAP blends.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>3 &#8211; Triple Superphosphate (TSP)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>What TSP is<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Triple superphosphate (TSP) is a concentrated phosphorus fertilizer produced by reacting finely ground phosphate rock with concentrated phosphoric or sulfuric acid under controlled conditions. TSP does not contain nitrogen \u2014 its distinguishing feature is a very high phosphate concentration: typically 44\u201348% P\u2082O\u2085, with most of the P present as water-soluble orthophosphate \u2014 making it one of the most concentrated solid P fertilizers available.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>How TSP is made (brief)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The classic TSP route treats phosphate rock with phosphoric acid to produce a dense superphosphate granule. Particle engineering, drying and granulation control solubility and reduce dust. Because TSP doesn\u2019t contain N, it is often blended with urea or ammonium sources to create balanced NPKs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Agronomic profile &amp; uses<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Nutrient content: ~44\u201348% P\u2082O\u2085 (very high).<\/li>\n<li>Crop uses: Ideal where high P payload is required to correct soil phosphorus deficiency quickly and economically. TSP\u2019s high water solubility allows rapid P availability for root uptake.<\/li>\n<li>Advantages: Lower bulk transport cost per unit P compared with single superphosphate and some other P sources; excellent for initial P build-up in depleted soils.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Handling &amp; logistics<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">TSP is hygroscopic to varying degrees depending on granule quality and manufacturing. Packaging, anti-caking agents and dry storage are important for shelf life. TSP is shipped in 25\u201350 kg bags, big-bags or sometimes in bulk. \ue202cite\ue202turn0search9\ue201<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Market context &amp; supply dynamics<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The phosphate fertilizer market (collectively DAP, MAP, TSP and other P fertilizers) is a large, global market driven by food demand, cropping patterns and phosphate rock supply. Recent industry reports estimate global phosphate fertilizer market values in the multi-tens of billions USD and project modest growth driven by population, dietary shifts and fertilizer use efficiency improvements. Major producing countries and companies (phosphate rock and downstream processing) \u2014 such as Morocco (OCP), China, India, Russia, Mosaic, Yara and regional producers \u2014 dominate global flows and export balances. Because phosphate fertilizer economics depend on phosphate rock, acid availability and energy cost, price and capacity trends can vary regionally and year to year.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">(Representative market overviews and forecasts are available from specialized market research firms \u2014 DataBridge, IMARC, Market.US, SkyQuest and national\/industry reports.)<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Quality, specifications &amp; buyer checklist<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">When procuring phosphate fertilizers, buyers should always request the following (minimum) documentation and technical specs:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Guaranteed analysis: %N, %P\u2082O\u2085, %S (if any), moisture content, and insolubles.<\/li>\n<li>Particle size distribution: for uniform spread and blending performance.<\/li>\n<li>Bulk density: informs transport and storage planning.<\/li>\n<li>Free moisture &amp; caking test: to ensure long storage life under tropical\/humid export conditions.<\/li>\n<li>COA (Certificate of Analysis) per shipment, MSDS, and origin documents (COO, quality certificates).<\/li>\n<li>Regulatory compliance: for controlled materials (AN security requirements), and phytosanitary or customs documentation for specific markets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Agronomic best practices &amp; stewardship<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Right product, right placement: banding DAP or MAP at planting reduces fixation and improves early P uptake; TSP is excellent for broadcast application when rapid P build-up is needed.<\/li>\n<li>Right rate and timing: split N applications and combined P management increase uptake and reduce environmental risk.<\/li>\n<li>Use inhibitors &amp; coatings as required: urease and nitrification inhibitors, or polymer coatings, can reduce losses for blended fertilizer systems.<\/li>\n<li>Soil testing: always guide P applications by soil test to avoid over-application and protect long-term soil health and water quality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Packaging &amp; logistics-practical notes for exporters and importers<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Standard packings: 25 kg or 50 kg woven polypropylene bags (with polyethylene liner); 500\u20131,000 kg big-bags; and bulk (bulk vessels, pneumatic trucks) for large contracts.<\/li>\n<li>Storage: keep dry, cool and off the ground. Use pallets and cover stacks; segregate ammonium nitrate shipments per security\/regulatory requirements.<\/li>\n<li>Insurance &amp; contracts: ensure Incoterm clarity, sampling method and acceptable moisture limits are specified in the sales contract.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Why source phosphate fertilizers from Apit?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">At Apit we specialize in secure, compliant export of agricultural fertilizers with full documentation and tailored logistics. Our strengths:<\/p>\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<li>Direct access to reliable manufacturing hubs and major ports.<\/li>\n<li>Flexible packaging (bag, big-bag, bulk) and export-ready documentation (COA, MSDS, COO).<\/li>\n<li>Technical support \u2014 agronomic advice, blend recommendations and storage guidance.<\/li>\n<li>Secure handling for regulated materials and confidentiality in trade flows.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Contact us to request a product specification sheet (TDS\/COA) and sample consignments \u2014 we support farm, co-op and industrial buyers with competitive logistics and on-time delivery.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>High-quality phosphate fertilizers for agricultural productivity, reliably sourced and globally shipped.<\/p>\n<p>Phosphorus (P) is one of the three macronutrients essential for plant growth. It drives root development, energy transfer (ATP), flowering and grain filling. For commercial agriculture, the most widely used phosphate fertilizers are Diammonium Phosphate (DAP), Monoammonium Phosphate (MAP) and Triple Superphosphate (TSP). Each product has distinct chemistry, nutrient concentration and agronomic advantages \u2014 understanding these differences helps agronomists and buyers match fertilizer choice to crop needs, soil chemistry and logistics.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":1159,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false},"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[39],"product_tag":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-1158","1":"product","2":"type-product","3":"status-publish","4":"has-post-thumbnail","6":"product_cat-fertilizers-agrochemicals","8":"first","9":"instock","10":"shipping-taxable","11":"product-type-simple"},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/1158","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1158"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1159"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1158"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=1158"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=1158"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/apitpetro.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=1158"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}