Rock phosphate (phosphorite)

What it is

Phosphate rock used to make phosphoric acid, single super phosphate (SSP) and DAP, and ground for direct soil application.

Above 30% P2O525 to 30% P2O5Up to 20% (beneficiable / soil reclamation)Ground rock phosphate

Where India produces it

1. RajasthanUdaipur

   84.79% of output in 2023-24; producing mines are in Udaipur district.

2. Madhya PradeshJhabuaChhatarpurSagar

   Rest of output; Meghnagar mine in Jhabua.

Where imports come from

Very high: domestic output of 1.56 million tonnes against about 8.8 million tonnes imported in 2023-24.

• Jordan — About 59% of unground rock phosphate imports (4.97 million tonnes) in 2023-24
• Egypt — About 17% of unground imports
• Morocco — About 28% of ground rock phosphate imports (3.84 million tonnes)
• Togo — About 20% of ground imports

Rules before you buy or sell

• Rock phosphate is a major mineral; fertilisers made from it are regulated under the Fertiliser (Control) Order, 1985.
• Check the current import and export policy for your exact 8-digit HS code in the DGFT ITC(HS) schedules.

Storage and handling

Store under cover on a hard floor; keep away from water.

Businesses that use it

Organic Fertiliser (Granulated) Unit →