Antibiotic medicines (packaged) imports in Cameroon: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Cameroon imported antibiotic medicines (packaged) worth $21.9 million (3.6 thousand tonnes). That is 7% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21.9M | 3.6K t |
| 2023 | $20.5M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $19.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2021 | $20.3M | 1.8K t |
| 2020 | $19.1M | 2.3K t |
| 2019 | $18.8M | 2.1K t |
| 2018 | $10.5M | 839 t |
| 2017 | $11.6M | 1.0K t |
Where Cameroon imports antibiotic medicines (packaged) from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+236% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.1M | 51% |
| India | $5.8M | 26% |
| France | $4.6M | 21% |
| Belgium | $266K | 1.2% |
| Netherlands | $79K | 0.4% |
| Morocco | $68K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $10K | 0% |
| Pakistan | $3K | 0% |
| Italy | $2K | 0% |
| South Africa | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.15 per kg, 90% below the world average of $60.15, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Cameroon antibiotic medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.20): 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 3004.20: Medicaments: containing antibiotics (other than penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of antibiotic medicines (packaged) imported by Cameroon?
Cameroon imported antibiotic medicines (packaged) worth $21.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 87th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries supply antibiotic medicines (packaged) to Cameroon?
China was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($11.1 million), followed by India (26%) and France (21%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 236% on the year.
What is the average import price of antibiotic medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $6.15 per kg in 2024, 90% below the world average of $60.15 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of antibiotic medicines (packaged) to Cameroon changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.6 million in 2017 to $21.9 million in 2024, an increase of 88%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $17.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for antibiotic medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for antibiotic medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.20. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3004 page.
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