Penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) was worth $591.8 million in 2024, about 7.8 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 14% since 2017, and up 13% 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 | $591.8M | 7.8K t |
| 2023 | $524.5M | 6.6K t |
| 2022 | $437.2M | 6.8K t |
| 2021 | $458.8M | 6.7K t |
| 2020 | $394.8M | 5.6K t |
| 2019 | $380.3M | 5.8K t |
| 2018 | $599.6M | 7.2K t |
| 2017 | $686.9M | 7.2K t |
Top penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) exporting countries
The United Kingdom is the largest exporter with 25% of world exports, followed by China and Germany. The top three supply 64% between them, out of 88 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $147.5M | 25% |
| China | $126.0M | 21% |
| Germany | $106.5M | 18% |
| Spain | $67.8M | 12% |
| South Africa | $48.9M | 8.3% |
| India | $13.6M | 2.3% |
| Japan | $11.7M | 2% |
| Italy | $10.8M | 1.8% |
| Australia | $9.9M | 1.7% |
| France | $9.5M | 1.6% |
| Belgium | $6.0M | 1% |
| Austria | $4.8M | 0.8% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The Netherlands is the biggest buyer with 18% of world imports, ahead of Austria and Algeria. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 37% across 158 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $108.0M | 18% |
| Austria | $56.3M | 9.5% |
| Algeria | $55.3M | 9.3% |
| Egypt | $46.7M | 7.9% |
| United Arab Emirates | $46.0M | 7.8% |
| Morocco | $26.2M | 4.4% |
| South Korea | $21.5M | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $16.1M | 2.7% |
| France | $14.3M | 2.4% |
| Tunisia | $13.8M | 2.3% |
| India | $13.3M | 2.3% |
| Turkey | $12.6M | 2.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $76.10 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $1,734.70 per kg and South Africa $23.71 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 3003.10: Medicaments: containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale). HS 3003 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk)?
The United Kingdom exported $147.5 million in 2024, 25% of the world total, followed by China (21%) and Germany (18%). In all, 88 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk)?
The Netherlands imported $108.0 million in 2024, 18% of world imports, ahead of Austria (10%) and Algeria (9%). The top three importers together take 37%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk)?
It was worth $591.8 million in 2024, about 7.8 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 14% since 2017. The peak year was 2017 at $686.9 million. 88 countries reported exports and 158 reported imports.
What is the average price of penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) per kg?
The world average declared value was about $76.10 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Germany averaged $1,734.70 per kg and South Africa $23.71 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 penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk)?
The HS code for penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) is subheading 3003.10, 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 3003 page.
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