Proman welcomes removal of U.S. tariffs on critical fertilizers

A Major Boost for Trinidad & Tobago’s Energy and Export Sectors

Pt Lisas, Trinidad and Tobago- November 18, 2025 – Proman, the sole producer of Urea Ammonium Nitrate (UAN) in Trinidad and the world’s second-largest exporter of UAN to the United States, welcomes the US Government’s decision to remove the 15% tariffs previously imposed on imports of fertilizers into the country.

The removal of the tariffs supports one of Trinidad and Tobago’s leading exports, and further reinforces the country’s position as a stable, reliable supplier within the global fertilizer and energy value chains.

As the largest tenant and employer on the Point Lisas Industrial Estate, Proman is among the world’s top 10 leading fertilizer producers, supplying products essential to farmers worldwide to ensure the healthy plant growth and crop yields needed to feed a growing global population. The United States remains Trinidad and Tobago’s single largest trading partner and Proman’s largest export market for UAN.

Anand Ragbir, Managing Director, Proman Trinidad, said: “This is a significant boost for Trinidad and Tobago’s UAN export market and reinforces the critical role of competitively priced fertilizers in global food security. The removal of these tariffs supports price stability and affordability for farmers, while safeguarding critical export revenues for our country”.

Anand continued: “I would like to thank the Government of Trinidad and Tobago for its proactive engagement and advocacy efforts on this issue. We look forward to continued collaboration with the Government, our US partners and industry stakeholders as we seek to address further barriers to trade, including the tariffs imposed on methanol and ammonia, to ensure the long-term resilience, sustainability, and global competitiveness of the sector.”