Ephedrine medicines (packaged) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in ephedrine medicines (packaged) was worth $57.4 million in 2024, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 69% since 2017, and down 57% 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 | $57.4M | 3.3K t |
| 2023 | $132.5M | 23.5K t |
| 2022 | $117.6M | 6.7K t |
| 2021 | $65.6M | 19.2K t |
| 2020 | $77.7M | 51.0K t |
| 2019 | $88.7M | 38.4K t |
| 2018 | $136.9M | 27.0K t |
| 2017 | $186.1M | 14.5K t |
Top ephedrine medicines (packaged) exporting countries
Exports are led by France (14%), Canada (10%) and Belgium (10%). 76 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 34%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $8.2M | 14% |
| Canada | $5.7M | 10% |
| Belgium | $5.5M | 9.6% |
| Germany | $5.4M | 9.4% |
| Italy | $4.7M | 8.2% |
| Bulgaria | $4.3M | 7.5% |
| India | $4.1M | 7.1% |
| United States | $2.5M | 4.3% |
| Switzerland | $1.9M | 3.3% |
| Chile | $1.6M | 2.9% |
| Japan | $1.6M | 2.8% |
| Malaysia | $1.1M | 1.9% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the United States (26%), Vietnam (5%) and Egypt (4%). 169 countries imported it, and the top three take 35% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $15.0M | 26% |
| Vietnam | $2.8M | 4.9% |
| Egypt | $2.3M | 4.1% |
| Mexico | $2.2M | 3.8% |
| Germany | $2.1M | 3.7% |
| Hong Kong | $2.0M | 3.5% |
| Russia | $1.9M | 3.3% |
| United Kingdom | $1.8M | 3.1% |
| Switzerland | $1.7M | 2.9% |
| Belgium | $1.6M | 2.8% |
| South Africa | $1.3M | 2.2% |
| Netherlands | $1.2M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $17.51 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $784.68 per kg and Bulgaria $12.29 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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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 3004.41: Medicaments: containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing ephedrine or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale. HS 3004 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most ephedrine medicines (packaged)?
France exported $8.2 million in 2024, 14% of the world total, followed by Canada (10%) and Belgium (10%). In all, 76 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most ephedrine medicines (packaged)?
The United States imported $15.0 million in 2024, 26% of world imports, ahead of Vietnam (5%) and Egypt (4%). The top three importers together take 35%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in ephedrine medicines (packaged)?
It was worth $57.4 million in 2024, about 3.3 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 69% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $186.1 million. 76 countries reported exports and 169 reported imports.
What is the average price of ephedrine medicines (packaged) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $17.51 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Canada averaged $784.68 per kg and Bulgaria $12.29 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for ephedrine medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for ephedrine medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.41, in chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3004 page.
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