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N ≥46% · Granular / Prilled Biuret ≤ 1.0% FOB / CIF · LC / DLC Payment

Urea N46

FSiix Resources sources and trades Urea N46 — the world's most widely used nitrogen fertiliser — in both granular and prilled form, for buyers across agriculture, NPK blending, and industrial nitrogen chemistry. Supply is structured for bulk monthly offtake, backed by standard trade documentation and letter-of-credit payment terms.

SUPPLYING CAPACITY100,000 MT / month
NITROGEN (N)≥ 46%
MOISTURE≤ 0.5%
TRADE TERMSFOB / CIF
OVERVIEW

The World's Benchmark Nitrogen Fertiliser

Urea (CO(NH₂)₂) carries the highest nitrogen content of any solid fertiliser, making it the most cost-efficient way to deliver nitrogen to soil per tonne shipped. N46 denotes the standard 46% minimum nitrogen content traded internationally, available in both granular (larger, harder granules suited to mechanical spreading and blending) and prilled (smaller, rounder form) presentations.

FSiix structures Urea N46 supply on FOB or CIF Incoterms 2020, sourced from established origin production including China-origin material, with payment against letter of credit or DLC and standard shipping documentation for smooth destination clearance.

KEY PROPERTIES
Nitrogen (N)≥ 46%
Moisture≤ 0.5%
Biuret≤ 1.0%
Granulometry2–4 mm, 90% min
Physical FormWhite granular / prilled
Packing50 kg PP bags
HOW IT'S PRODUCED

From Ammonia to Finished Granule

Origin production facilities in FSiix's urea network follow the standard nitrogen fertiliser synthesis route, from natural gas feedstock through to the finished, market-ready product.

01 — AMMONIA SYNTHESIS

Feedstock Conversion

Natural gas is reformed and reacted with nitrogen from air under the Haber-Bosch process to produce anhydrous ammonia, the base nitrogen feedstock.

02 — UREA SYNTHESIS

CO₂ Reaction

Ammonia reacts with carbon dioxide under high pressure and temperature to form urea melt, which is then purified to reduce biuret content.

03 — GRANULATION

Prilling & Granulation

Urea melt is formed into granules or prills, cooled, screened to size, and bagged or loaded in bulk, with quality tested before despatch.

END-USE MARKETS

Where Urea N46 Is Used

The highest-nitrogen-content solid fertiliser in common trade, urea underpins agricultural and industrial nitrogen chemistry alike.

Agricultural Fertiliser

  • Direct soil application & top dressing
  • Highest N-per-tonne of any solid fertiliser
  • Row crops, cereals & plantation agriculture

NPK Blending

  • Nitrogen component in compound fertiliser blends
  • Bulk blending with DAP, MOP & micronutrients
  • Customised NPK formulations for local markets

DEF / AdBlue Production

  • Feedstock for diesel exhaust fluid (AUS 32)
  • SCR emission-control systems in diesel vehicles
  • Growing demand tied to emissions regulation

Urea-Formaldehyde Resins

  • Adhesives for plywood & particleboard manufacturing
  • Moulding compounds & laminates
  • Industrial resin & chemical production

SNCR / SCR Emission Control

  • Urea-based NOx reduction in power & cement plants
  • Industrial flue gas treatment systems
  • Reagent for selective catalytic reduction
WHY SOURCE THROUGH FSIIX

Structured Supply for Bulk Offtake

Verified Spec & Documentation

Each shipment is backed by quality certification against the agreed spec, with standard shipping documents for smooth destination clearance.

Bankable Trade Terms

FOB or CIF contracts under Incoterms 2020, with payment against letter of credit or DLC, structured to support both spot and long-term contract volumes.

Middle East & East Africa Reach

Active market engagement across the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Ethiopia, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe, with onward sales lanes into South Asia.

SUPPLY & TRADE TERMS

A Global Market That Moves on Planting Seasons

Urea pricing tracks global gas feedstock costs and regional planting-season demand, with benchmarks like China FOB and Middle East FOB moving independently.

PRICING IS QUOTED, NOT LISTED

Urea N46 FOB/CIF pricing varies by origin, form (granular vs. prilled), and prevailing planting-season demand, so we don't publish a static reference price here — contact our trading desk for a current quotation against your required volume and destination.

Supplying capacity is 100,000 MT per month, packed in 50 kg bags or bulk, with payment structured against letter of credit or DLC and standard shipping documentation.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Urea N46 — Full Technical Data

≥46% N
Nitrogen Content
0.5% max
Moisture
1.0% max
Biuret
2–4mm
Granulometry
Nitrogen (N)≥ 46%
Moisture≤ 0.5%
Biuret≤ 1.0%
Granulometry (Granular)2–4 mm, 90% min
Granulometry (Prilled)1.0–2.4 mm
Heavy Metals (As, Cd, Pb, Hg)≤ 0.1 mg/kg each
Physical FormWhite, free-flowing granules / prills
Packing50 kg PP bags, or bulk
Supplying Quantity100,000 MT / month

Specifications reflect standard trade-grade parameters for buyer reference. A Certificate of Analysis and SGS pre-shipment inspection report are issued per shipment lot; buyers are advised to confirm lot-specific figures against these documents before contract finalisation.

PRILLED VS. GRANULAR

Choosing the Right Form for Your Application

Both presentations meet the same N46 minimum, but how each is formed drives real differences in strength, handling, and end use.

KEY PHYSICAL DIFFERENCES

The distinction between prills and granules stems from how they cool and solidify. Prills form when droplets of liquid urea fall through a cooling tower, solidifying from the outside inward. Granules are built up in a fluid-bed or rotating drum, spraying liquid urea onto small seed particles in concentric layers — similar to an onion.

Physical Property
Prilled Urea N46
Granular Urea N46
Particle Size
1.0–2.4 mm (mean ~1.6 mm)
2.0–4.75 mm (mean ~2.8–3.2 mm)
Crushing Strength
Lower (~3.8 N / 1.5–2.5 MPa); more friable, prone to shattering under load
Higher (~10–17 N / 3.0–5.0 MPa); structurally resistant to pressure
Internal Structure
Smooth, glass-like exterior; contains micro-voids and internal cooling cracks
Dense, layered solid core with a slightly rougher outer surface
Bulk Density
~770–800 kg/m³
~740–770 kg/m³
Dissolution Speed
Fast; high surface-area-to-volume ratio dissolves rapidly in water
Moderate / slower; lower surface area delays water penetration
Dust & Friability
Higher; breaks easily during pneumatic transfer, creating fine dust
Very low; generates minimal dust during bulk conveyor handling
Caking Resistance
Lower over extended transit; higher hygroscopic surface exposure
High; dense structure and lower relative surface area resist moisture absorption
KEY CHEMICAL DIFFERENCES

Both forms meet standard N46 specifications (46.0% nitrogen minimum), but process variations create subtle chemical distinctions worth knowing before you specify a form.

Chemical Parameter
Prilled Urea N46
Granular Urea N46
Total Nitrogen (N)
46.0% minimum
46.0% minimum
Biuret Content
Slightly higher (typically 0.8–1.0%+). Prilling towers require high-temperature melts, promoting biuret dimerization
Slightly lower (typically 0.6–0.9%). Controlled fluid-bed granulator temperatures reduce thermal degradation
Moisture Content
Max 0.5% (commonly 0.3–0.4%)
Max 0.5% (commonly 0.4–0.5%)
Conditioning Agents
Typically surface-coated with anti-caking oils, fatty amines, or light conditioning agents
Frequently conditioned internally with Urea-Formaldehyde (UF) resins to optimise crushing strength and dust control
OPERATIONAL & END-USE COMPARISON
01 — AGRICULTURE & FIELD APPLICATION

Broadcasting vs. Fertigation

Granular urea is the global standard for direct soil broadcasting. Its larger, heavier particles allow broad swaths when spread with mechanical equipment and resist wind drift.

Prilled urea is lighter and prone to drift in windy field conditions, but its high solubility makes it the preferred choice for fertigation and liquid fertiliser blends.

02 — BULK LOGISTICS & EXPORT

Vessel Holds vs. Bagged Transit

Granular urea is preferred for long-distance maritime export. Its high crush strength lets it withstand being stacked deep inside vessel holds without breaking down into dust or caking into solid blocks.

Prilled urea requires careful handling in bulk transit due to its friability, and is often shipped shorter distances or bagged for local distribution.

03 — INDUSTRIAL USES

Rapid, Complete Dissolution

Prilled urea is heavily used in industrial processes — melamine synthesis, technical resins, de-icing agents, and Diesel Exhaust Fluid / AdBlue feedstock — where rapid, complete dissolution in water or liquid reactors is required without leaving undissolved cores.

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