<ARTICLE> 5
<LEGEND> This schedule contains summary financial information extracted from
the consolidated statement of financial position of Terra Nitrogen Company, L.P.
as of September 30, 1999 and the related consolidated statement of income for
the period then ended.
</LEGEND>
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