ammonia

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While the vast majority of liquid nitrogen and ammonia is domestically produced, the U.S. imports about half of its urea, making it susceptible to the Middle East supply shock.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

According to the United Nations around a third of the world's fertilisers - such as urea, potash, ammonia and phosphates - normally pass through the Hormuz Strait.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

Since February, contract prices have risen for ammonia and potash by 6% and 2%, respectively.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

The Persian Gulf produces several other commodities vital to everything from microchips and fertilizers to cans and cars, including aluminum, ammonia, helium, urea, and sulfur.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

In a segment on how best to wash silk underwear, she advised, “If the article is black, add a little ammonia, instead of acid to the rinsing water.”

From "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson