Ephedrine medicines (packaged) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Egypt imported ephedrine medicines (packaged) worth $2.3 million (28 tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 169 countries. That is 2320400% more than in 2023. Over 2019-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 27% 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 | $2.3M | 29 t |
| 2023 | $0K | - |
| 2022 | $16K | - |
| 2021 | $0K | - |
| 2019 | $697K | 5 t |
Where Egypt imports ephedrine medicines (packaged) from
Belgium alone supplied 83% of it.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $1.9M | 83% |
| Italy | $269K | 12% |
| Germany | $98K | 4.2% |
| Portugal | $25K | 1.1% |
| Czech Republic | $2K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $81.42 per kg, 365% above the world average of $17.51. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt ephedrine medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.41): 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 3004.41: Medicaments: containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing ephedrine or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of ephedrine medicines (packaged) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported ephedrine medicines (packaged) worth $2.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 28 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 169 countries worldwide, with 4% of world imports.
Which countries supply ephedrine medicines (packaged) to Egypt?
Belgium was the largest supplier with 83% of the value ($1.9 million), followed by Italy (12%) and Germany (4%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 6 supplier countries in total.
What is the average import price of ephedrine medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $81.42 per kg in 2024, 365% above the world average of $17.51 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of ephedrine medicines (packaged) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $697 thousand in 2019 to $2.3 million in 2024, an increase of 233%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 4 years the average was $758 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for ephedrine medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for ephedrine medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.41. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3004 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Egypt. Tell us your product to see it live.
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