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Industrial Ammonia Production Process

Ammonia is an important chemical component in various fields of human activity with most of it used in the agricultural sector as an essential ingredient of fertilizers. Ammonia (NH3) is a colorless gas with a pungent odor and can be synthesized through two major production methods: Haber-Bosch process and Ostwald process. This article will focus on the Haber-Bosch process, which is the dominant process used for industrial ammonia production.

The Haber-Bosch Process

The Haber-Bosch process was developed in the early 20th century by Fritz Haber and Carl Bosch and involves the reaction of nitrogen and hydrogen in the presence of a catalyst and high pressure and temperature.

The main steps of the industrial ammonia production process using the Haber-Bosch method are the following:

Nitrogen fixation: Nitrogen gas (N2) is obtained from the atmospheric air, purified, and compressed. The compressed nitrogen gas is then fed to the ammonia synthesis reactor.
Hydrogen production: Hydrogen gas (H2) is produced from natural gas (methane), water, or coal via steam reforming, partial oxidation, or combined reforming. The hydrogen gas is purified, compressed, and fed to the ammonia synthesis reactor.
Catalyst preparation: The catalyst used is typically iron, but sometimes cobalt or nickel is used as well. The catalyst is ground into a fine powder, mixed with a binder, and formed into pellets or extrudates.
Ammonia synthesis: The nitrogen and hydrogen gases are mixed in a 1:3 ratio and fed to the ammonia synthesis reactor. The gases are compressed to pressures as high as 200 bar and heated to temperatures of around 400-500°C. The catalyst is added to the reactor, and the gases come into contact with the catalyst, resulting in the formation of ammonia. The ammonia gas is then condensed and separated from any remaining gases and impurities.
Ammonia purification: The produced ammonia is rarely pure enough to be used directly in fertilizers or other applications, so it needs to undergo further purification steps. The ammonia is first subjected to a refrigeration cycle, which separates it from unreacted nitrogen and hydrogen gases and impurities. The purified ammonia is then compressed and stored in tanks.

The overall chemical reaction can be represented by the following equation:

N2(g) + 3H2(g) → 2NH3(g) ΔH = -92 kJ/mol

The Haber-Bosch process is an energy-intensive process, with the major energy demand coming from the compression of the feed gases. However, advancements in reactor design, process control, and catalyst technology have improved the efficiency of the process. Moreover, the process is highly flexible and can be adjusted to produce ammonia with different purities and concentrations, depending on the intended use.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global ammonia market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

Prodcom 20151075 - Anhydrous ammonia

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

Global market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Global production, split by region and country
Global trade (exports and imports)
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Yara, BASF, Saudi Arabian Fertilizer Company, SF Industries, Nutrien, LSB Industries, Caribbean Nitrogen Company Ltd., Johnson Matthey's, KBR, CNPC, SABIC, Coffeyville Resources, Mosaic Company, Koch Industries, Green Valley Chemical, Dyno Nobel Inc., Iowa Fertilizer Co., AdvanSix, Dakota Gasification Company, Chevron Chem Co., J.R. Simplot Co., OCI Beaumont LLC, Nebraska Nitrogen, TogliattiAzot, EuroChem, URALCHEM, Acron Group

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This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
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How to boost your sales on overseas markets
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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. GLOBAL IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. GLOBAL EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- United States
- China
- Japan
- Germany
- United Kingdom
- France
- Brazil
- Italy
- Russian Federation
- India
- Canada
- Australia
- Republic of Korea
- Spain
- Mexico
- Indonesia
- Netherlands
- Turkey
- Saudi Arabia
- Switzerland
- Sweden
- Nigeria
- Poland
- Belgium
- Argentina
- Norway
- Austria
- Thailand
- United Arab Emirates
- Colombia
- Denmark
- South Africa
- Malaysia
- Israel
- Singapore
- Egypt
- Philippines
- Finland
- Chile
- Ireland
- Pakistan
- Greece
- Portugal
- Kazakhstan
- Algeria
- Czech Republic
- Qatar
- Peru
- Romania
- Vietnam
LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2023
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
3. Market Value, 2012–2023
4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023