Comparison · fertilizer
NPK compound vs DAP vs MAP
Compare a balanced compound fertilizer with ammonium-phosphate compounds.
| Dimension | NPK compound fertilizer | Diammonium phosphate | Monoammonium phosphate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Fertilizer | Fertilizer | Fertilizer |
| Class | compound-npk | mineral-phosphorus | mineral-phosphorus |
| Typical grade (N-P₂O₅-K₂O) | 15-15-15 | 18-46-0 | 11-52-0 |
Methodology
Grade/class read from each entry.
Limitations
- Educational only — the right choice depends on the soil test and crop.
Sources
This article draws on the following authoritative sources. See our sources & methodology for how they are selected.
- [1]IFA — International Fertilizer Association (opens in a new tab)Moderate
International Fertilizer Association (IFA)
- Type:
- Standards body
- Jurisdiction:
- Global
- Accessed:
- 2026-07-12