Oestrogens and progestogens trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in oestrogens and progestogens was worth $737.3 million in 2024, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 28% since 2017, and down 1% 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 | $737.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $748.4M | 961 t |
| 2022 | $794.1M | 871 t |
| 2021 | $786.7M | 770 t |
| 2020 | $831.1M | 726 t |
| 2019 | $828.7M | 817 t |
| 2018 | $755.3M | 685 t |
| 2017 | $575.3M | 670 t |
Top oestrogens and progestogens exporting countries
Exports are led by China (30%), Italy (20%) and the Netherlands (16%). 62 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 65%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $221.2M | 30% |
| Italy | $144.4M | 20% |
| Netherlands | $114.7M | 16% |
| United States | $44.7M | 6.1% |
| Germany | $40.9M | 5.6% |
| India | $35.2M | 4.8% |
| Switzerland | $27.0M | 3.7% |
| Spain | $22.8M | 3.1% |
| France | $19.7M | 2.7% |
| Hungary | $14.8M | 2% |
| Belgium | $12.0M | 1.6% |
| New Zealand | $9.6M | 1.3% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are the Netherlands (13%), the United States (9%) and India (8%). 128 countries imported it, and the top three take 30% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $96.2M | 13% |
| United States | $69.7M | 9.5% |
| India | $58.6M | 8% |
| Spain | $48.6M | 6.6% |
| France | $37.8M | 5.1% |
| Brazil | $36.6M | 5% |
| Italy | $32.3M | 4.4% |
| Switzerland | $31.4M | 4.3% |
| Japan | $30.1M | 4.1% |
| Belgium | $27.6M | 3.7% |
| Germany | $27.5M | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | $19.4M | 2.6% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $539.97 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $4,172.20 per kg and China $239.85 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 2937.23: Steroidal hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues: oestrogens and progestogens. HS 2937 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most oestrogens and progestogens?
China exported $221.2 million in 2024, 30% of the world total, followed by Italy (20%) and the Netherlands (16%). In all, 62 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most oestrogens and progestogens?
The Netherlands imported $96.2 million in 2024, 13% of world imports, ahead of the United States (9%) and India (8%). The top three importers together take 30%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in oestrogens and progestogens?
It was worth $737.3 million in 2024, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 28% since 2017. The peak year was 2020 at $831.1 million. 62 countries reported exports and 128 reported imports.
What is the average price of oestrogens and progestogens per kg?
The world average declared value was about $539.97 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $4,172.20 per kg and China $239.85 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for oestrogens and progestogens?
The HS code for oestrogens and progestogens is subheading 2937.23, 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 2937 page.
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