| Product Code: ETC4592002 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Oct 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Summon Dutta | No. of Pages: 85 | No. of Figures: 45 | No. of Tables: 25 | 
China import shipments of controlled release fertilizer in 2024 show a notable concentration from top exporting countries including Norway, Russia, Belgium, Finland, and Israel. Despite a decline in growth rate from 2023 to 2024, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the period from 2020 to 2024 was positive at 2.79%. The High Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) indicates a continued high level of market concentration, suggesting a competitive market landscape for controlled release fertilizer imports in China.

The China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market is experiencing growth as the agriculture sector seeks sustainable and efficient farming practices. Controlled release fertilizers provide nutrients to crops gradually, reducing the need for frequent application and minimizing nutrient runoff into the environment. The market is driven by the increasing awareness of sustainable agriculture practices, the need to enhance crop yield and quality, and government initiatives promoting efficient fertilizer use.
The need for sustainable agricultural practices and the focus on improving crop yield are driving the controlled release fertilizer market in China. These fertilizers offer benefits such as reduced nutrient loss and improved soil health, which appeal to farmers. The growing demand for high-quality food and the increasing awareness of environmental impacts also contribute to market growth.
In the China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market, one of the primary challenges is the high cost of production and the complexity of developing fertilizers that release nutrients in a controlled manner. There is also a challenge in ensuring consistent performance across different soil types and environmental conditions. Additionally, there is limited awareness and understanding among farmers about the benefits of controlled-release fertilizers, which affects market penetration.
China`s agricultural policies encourage the use of controlled-release fertilizers to enhance crop yield and sustainability. The government provides subsidies to farmers adopting these fertilizers and invests in research and development to improve their effectiveness. Additionally, policies regulate the environmental impact of fertilizers, ensuring that they meet specific safety and quality standards.
| 1 Executive Summary | 
| 2 Introduction | 
| 2.1 Key Highlights of the Report | 
| 2.2 Report Description | 
| 2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation | 
| 2.4 Research Methodology | 
| 2.5 Assumptions | 
| 3 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Overview | 
| 3.1 China Country Macro Economic Indicators | 
| 3.2 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 3.3 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market - Industry Life Cycle | 
| 3.4 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market - Porter's Five Forces | 
| 3.5 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Type, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 3.6 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 3.7 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Mode of Application, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 4 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Dynamics | 
| 4.1 Impact Analysis | 
| 4.2 Market Drivers | 
| 4.2.1 Increasing demand for high-efficiency fertilizers due to growing population and food demand in China | 
| 4.2.2 Government initiatives promoting sustainable agriculture practices and environmental protection | 
| 4.2.3 Technological advancements leading to the development of innovative controlled release fertilizers | 
| 4.3 Market Restraints | 
| 4.3.1 High initial investment costs associated with controlled release fertilizers | 
| 4.3.2 Lack of awareness and education among farmers regarding the benefits of controlled release fertilizers | 
| 4.3.3 Competition from traditional fertilizers and slow adoption rate of new technologies in the agricultural sector | 
| 5 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Trends | 
| 6 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market, By Types | 
| 6.1 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market, By Type | 
| 6.1.1 Overview and Analysis | 
| 6.1.2 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Type, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.3 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Slow Release, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.4 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Coated , 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.5 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Encapsulated, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.1.6 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Nitrogen Stabilizers, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.2 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market, By End Use | 
| 6.2.1 Overview and Analysis | 
| 6.2.2 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Agricultural , 2021-2031F | 
| 6.2.3 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Non Agricultural, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.3 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market, By Mode of Application | 
| 6.3.1 Overview and Analysis | 
| 6.3.2 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Foliar, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.3.3 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Fertigation, 2021-2031F | 
| 6.3.4 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenues & Volume, By Soil, 2021-2031F | 
| 7 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Import-Export Trade Statistics | 
| 7.1 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Export to Major Countries | 
| 7.2 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Imports from Major Countries | 
| 8 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Key Performance Indicators | 
| 8.1 Average release period of controlled release fertilizers | 
| 8.2 Adoption rate of controlled release fertilizers among farmers | 
| 8.3 Environmental impact assessment of controlled release fertilizers | 
| 8.4 Research and development investment in improving controlled release fertilizer technologies | 
| 9 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market - Opportunity Assessment | 
| 9.1 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Type, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 9.2 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Opportunity Assessment, By End Use, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 9.3 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Opportunity Assessment, By Mode of Application, 2021 & 2031F | 
| 10 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market - Competitive Landscape | 
| 10.1 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 | 
| 10.2 China Controlled Release Fertilizer Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters | 
| 11 Company Profiles | 
| 12 Recommendations | 
| 13 Disclaimer |