Freshdi Market Insight
Rock Phosphate Lumps market data to source with confidence
Pakistan (38.9%) and South Africa (22.2%) lead the 18 Rock Phosphate Lumps suppliers, with Egypt at 11.1%, so sourcing options are concentrated in a few key regions.
What is in this market?
The size and shape of Rock Phosphate Lumps on Freshdi before you shortlist anyone: how many sellers, how much product, how many origins, and which way demand is moving.
23supply
Freshdi lists 23 active Rock Phosphate Lumps supply listings as of 14 November 2026.
18companies
18 active Rock Phosphate Lumps suppliers, 0.1% of all suppliers on the platform, sell on Freshdi as of 14 November 2026.
8origins
Freshdi lists Rock Phosphate Lumps suppliers from 8 countries, led by Pakistan at 38.9%, as of 14 November 2026.
Only 18 suppliers are currently active in the Rock Phosphate Lumps category, and while 4 of them updated their listings in the last 30 days, 7 did so within the last 90 days. This shows a steady, if slow, level of activity — meaning buyers can expect consistent supply, but should treat each supplier as a current, active participant rather than a static option. With such a small number of suppliers, every conversation carries more weight and requires careful vetting. Just 23 listings are currently live, which is a limited catalog for a commodity like Rock Phosphate Lumps. This means buyers are less likely to find a perfect match without customizing their request, and the low volume suggests suppliers may not be actively refreshing inventory. A small, stable catalog also implies that the product specs are likely well-defined and consistent across listings. Suppliers come from 8 different countries, with Pakistan accounting for 38.9% of the total. This geographic spread offers buyers some flexibility in sourcing — especially for those concerned about regional supply risks or regulatory differences — though Pakistan remains the dominant source. The presence of suppliers from multiple countries means buyers can compare options beyond just the largest single origin.
- As of 14 November 2026, 18 suppliers in 8 countries offer 23 active Rock Phosphate Lumps supply listings on Freshdi.
- Freshdi received 6 buyer requests for Rock Phosphate Lumps in the 365 days to 14 November 2026 against 23 active listings — 3.8 listings per request globally.
Who exactly is selling?
The verified Rock Phosphate Lumps suppliers buyers actually reach on Freshdi, ranked by the inquiries they received in the last 30 days and how reliably they answered them.
No Rock Phosphate Lumps suppliers currently meet the ranking criteria below.
Verified suppliers first, then by buyer inquiries received in the last 30 days, then by response rate. No supplier pays for placement in this list.
Certifications shown are the two or three most relevant per supplier — the full set is on each supplier's profile.
- 0 of the 18 Rock Phosphate Lumps suppliers on Freshdi are Level 2+ verified with a response rate of at least 70%, as of 14 November 2026.
How stable is this supply base?
Three separate questions, answered in order: is the product fresh, is the market busy, and can the sellers be trusted.
Is there much new product?
Rock Phosphate Lumps had 4 new listings in the last 30 days, up from 2 the month before, only a handful of new listings in either month. The catalog is slowly updating, so the offers available today are mostly similar to those from the prior month. Compare the listing date when evaluating two offers that appear identical.
Is the market busy?
0 of the 18 suppliers joined in the last 12 months, so all sellers are long-standing. Every supplier has a history of listing, which makes it easier to assess consistency in availability and pricing. The lack of new entrants means the pool is stable but not evolving, so buyers are limited to sellers already present. Review each supplier's listing history before reaching out.
422.2% of 18
316.7% of 18
633.3% of 18
Can these suppliers be trusted?
16 of 18 suppliers are verified, at least three in four, enough to contact several verified suppliers at once. 6 of 18 list a certificate, so a named standard is not common.
- Freshdi refreshed 9 of 23 Rock Phosphate Lumps supply listings (39.1%) within 90 days to 14 November 2026, and 4 (17.4%) within 30 days.
- In the 12 months to 14 November 2026, 17 of 18 Rock Phosphate Lumps suppliers on Freshdi (94.4%) were active, with 4 (22.2%) active within the last month, and 0 new suppliers registered.
- 88.9% of Rock Phosphate Lumps suppliers on Freshdi are verified as of 14 November 2026.
- Across 6 certified Rock Phosphate Lumps supplier profiles on Freshdi, 16.7% hold AOAC, 16.7% hold Registration Certificate , 16.7% hold VAT , 16.7% hold REGISTRATION CERT., and 16.7% hold FDA 67470; one profile can hold several certificates.
What do I do now?
Act on the numbers above — post request, or browse every listing.
Post buying request for Rock Phosphate Lumps
Freshdi received 6 buyer requests for Rock Phosphate Lumps in the last 12 months. Verified suppliers quote against your spec — no platform fees on either side.
Browse all Rock Phosphate Lumps suppliers
23 listings from 18 sellers, filterable by type, MOQ, trade term and certification.
Post a buying request specifying the grade, quantity, and destination needed for Rock Phosphate Lumps, or browse the live listings directly on Freshdi to see current availability. Contacting a verified supplier through either method allows you to compare pricing, terms, and delivery timelines before finalizing any order.
Methodology
How the numbers on this page are produced, and what they do not cover.
Every figure comes from Rock Phosphate Lumps listings and buyer requests posted on Freshdi in the 365 days to 8 November 2026 - 23 active listings and 5 buyer requests.
Product freshness counts listings created or updated. Supplier activity counts sellers by their last update. The two are different measurements and will not agree.
Freshdi reprocesses market data every hour, with one snapshot a day for trends. This page's figures, certification coverage included, refresh every 14 days on a rolling 365-day window.
About Rock Phosphate Lumps
Rock Phosphate Lumps is part of Metals, Minerals > Ores & Minerals on Freshdi. Next to Rock Phosphate Lumps, Freshdi lists Wood Ash Powder, Petalite Powder, Gypsum Ore, Zeolite and Feldspar in the same group. Rock Phosphate Lumps drew 6 buyer requests on Freshdi in the 365 days to 14 November 2026. Post a buying request for Rock Phosphate Lumps on Freshdi and suppliers can send you quotations.
Rock Phosphate Lumps trading companies and suppliers in detail
Before you contact Rock Phosphate Lumps distributors, read what the offers of this category state.
Where can importers source Rock Phosphate Lumps from?
On Freshdi, Rock Phosphate Lumps comes most often from Pakistan (39% of suppliers), followed by South Africa (22%) and Egypt (11%), as of November 2026. Together, the top three countries hold 72% of the Rock Phosphate Lumps suppliers, a concentrated picture.
| Country | Share of suppliers | Suppliers |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | 39% | 7 |
| South Africa | 22% | 4 |
| Egypt | 11% | 2 |
| Brazil | 6% | 1 |
| Germany | 6% | 1 |
| India | 6% | 1 |
| Thailand | 6% | 1 |
| United Arab Emirates | 6% | 1 |
Each origin brings its own freight cost and paperwork, so compare landed costs, not only prices.
Where does Rock Phosphate Lumps sit in the product catalogue?
Freshdi lists Rock Phosphate Lumps under Ores & Minerals, alongside Cow Dung Ash, Wood Ash Powder and Granular Rock Phosphate. Cow Dung Ash is the largest of them on Freshdi, with 44 suppliers.
| Category | Relation | Suppliers |
|---|---|---|
| Ores & Minerals | Parent group | 62 |
| Cow Dung Ash | Related category | 44 |
| Wood Ash Powder | Related category | 38 |
| Granular Rock Phosphate | Related category | 21 |
| Phosphate Rock | Related category | 18 |
| Rock Phosphate | Related category | 18 |
| Hematite Iron Ore | Related category | 17 |
| Magnetite Iron Ore | Related category | 16 |
Neighbouring categories often share suppliers and buyers, so they are worth a look.
Trade terms and how to compare quotations
A reference for every category: what the usual trade and payment terms mean, and the points to check when you compare quotations.
| Term | Type | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| EXW | Incoterm | The buyer collects the goods at the seller's premises and pays every cost from there. |
| FCA | Incoterm | The seller hands the goods, cleared for export, to the buyer's carrier at a named place. |
| FOB | Incoterm | The seller loads the goods on the vessel at the port of loading; freight is the buyer's. |
| CFR | Incoterm | The seller pays sea freight to the destination port; the risk passes once loaded. |
| CIF | Incoterm | Like CFR, and the seller also insures the goods until the destination port. |
| CPT | Incoterm | The seller pays carriage to a named place; the risk passes at the first carrier. |
| CIP | Incoterm | Like CPT, and the seller also insures the goods to the named place. |
| DAP | Incoterm | The seller delivers to a named place, ready for unloading; import duties are the buyer's. |
| DPU | Incoterm | The seller delivers and unloads the goods at a named place in the destination country. |
| DDP | Incoterm | The seller delivers to the buyer's place and pays import duties and taxes too. |
| FAS | Incoterm | The seller places the goods alongside the vessel at the port of loading. |
| T/T | Payment term | A bank transfer, often a deposit before production and the balance against documents. |
| L/C | Payment term | A letter of credit, under which the buyer's bank pays once the shipping documents match its terms. |
| D/P | Payment term | Documents against payment, where the buyer gets the shipping documents once it pays. |
| D/A | Payment term | Documents against acceptance, where the buyer gets the documents by accepting to pay later. |
| CAD | Payment term | Cash against documents, where payment is made when the shipping documents are presented. |
| Bank Transfer | Payment term | A direct transfer between bank accounts, agreed in the contract. |
| Escrow | Payment term | A third party holds the payment until the buyer confirms delivery. |
| Cash | Payment term | Payment in cash, usually only for small or local orders. |
Name the Incoterm with a place, and agree it and the payment term in writing before production starts.
| Point | What to check | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Incoterm and place | Every quotation names the same Incoterm and port or place. | Prices on FOB and on CIF differ by the freight and the insurance. |
| Specification | The grade, size or composition quoted matches the one asked for. | A lower grade can hide behind a lower price. |
| Quantity and MOQ | The price is for the quantity ordered, above the minimum order. | Unit prices change with the order size. |
| Packaging | Packing type, size and labelling are stated and the same. | Custom packing adds cost. |
| Payment term | The payment term and the deposit asked. | It moves the risk between buyer and seller. |
| Lead time | The production and shipping time to the destination. | A late shipment can cost more than a higher price. |
| Documents | The certificates and export documents included. | Missing papers can block customs. |
| Validity | How long the quoted price holds. | Quotations are often valid for a limited time only. |
Ask every counterpart to quote on the same basis: only then does the lower price win.