May potash imports expected to rise, boosting port stocks in off-season

China's May potash fertilizer imports are projected to post growth, adding to port inventory pressure. With the market also entering a traditional demand off-season, the domestic potash fertilizer market is expected to come under increasing strain.

China's potash fertilizer imports showed a significant increase in January-April compared with the same period in 2025, and the May imports are expected to keep rising. The combination of surging import volumes and sluggish seasonal demand strengthens port inventory pressure, making the overall market come under increasing strain. Based on