Chloramphenicol trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in chloramphenicol was worth $134.8 million in 2024, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 22% since 2017, and down 14% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $134.8M | 3.8K t |
| 2023 | $156.8M | 3.2K t |
| 2022 | $254.3M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $218.8M | 2.7K t |
| 2020 | $199.4M | 2.9K t |
| 2019 | $175.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $181.1M | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $172.4M | 2.8K t |
Top chloramphenicol exporting countries
Exports are led by China (90%), Spain (2%) and India (2%). 53 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 95%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $121.6M | 90% |
| Spain | $3.3M | 2.5% |
| India | $2.8M | 2.1% |
| France | $2.4M | 1.8% |
| Netherlands | $1.5M | 1.1% |
| Germany | $1.5M | 1.1% |
| Poland | $291K | 0.2% |
| United Kingdom | $288K | 0.2% |
| Italy | $261K | 0.2% |
| United States | $149K | 0.1% |
| Switzerland | $94K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $83K | 0.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
Germany is the biggest buyer with 11% of world imports, ahead of Brazil and Chile. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 27% across 145 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $15.4M | 11% |
| Brazil | $11.3M | 8.4% |
| Chile | $9.6M | 7.1% |
| Vietnam | $8.7M | 6.5% |
| Indonesia | $6.3M | 4.7% |
| Spain | $5.7M | 4.3% |
| Russia | $5.5M | 4.1% |
| South Korea | $4.4M | 3.3% |
| Turkey | $4.0M | 3% |
| United States | $3.8M | 2.8% |
| Mexico | $3.6M | 2.7% |
| Taiwan | $3.5M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $35.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $206.50 per kg and China $34.07 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Chloramphenicol (HS 2941.40) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2941.40: Antibiotics: chloramphenicol and its derivatives: salts thereof. HS 2941 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most chloramphenicol?
China exported $121.6 million in 2024, 90% of the world total, followed by Spain (2%) and India (2%). In all, 53 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most chloramphenicol?
Germany imported $15.4 million in 2024, 11% of world imports, ahead of Brazil (8%) and Chile (7%). The top three importers together take 27%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in chloramphenicol?
It was worth $134.8 million in 2024, about 3.8 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 22% since 2017. The peak year was 2022 at $254.3 million. 53 countries reported exports and 145 reported imports.
What is the average price of chloramphenicol per kg?
The world average declared value was about $35.83 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, France averaged $206.50 per kg and China $34.07 per kg, so grade and origin matter. Read it as a benchmark: it blends all grades, origins and contract terms.
What is the HS code for chloramphenicol?
The HS code for chloramphenicol is subheading 2941.40, in chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 2941 page.
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