Other medicaments (bulk) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Egypt imported $56.3 million of other medicaments (bulk) in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 0%. Value rose 54% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $56.3M | 1.4K t |
| 2023 | $36.5M | 849 t |
| 2022 | $52.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $43.6M | 1.2K t |
| 2020 | $48.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2019 | $37.6M | 858 t |
| 2018 | $33.6M | 693 t |
| 2017 | $35.8M | 777 t |
Where Egypt imports other medicaments (bulk) from
Most of the value came from Netherlands (15%), Pakistan (15%), India (12%). Trade is spread widely: the top three suppliers together make up only 42%. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+411% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $8.6M | 15% |
| Pakistan | $8.3M | 15% |
| India | $6.9M | 12% |
| France | $6.4M | 11% |
| Germany | $5.9M | 11% |
| South Korea | $4.5M | 7.9% |
| Switzerland | $3.5M | 6.2% |
| Ireland | $2.9M | 5.1% |
| China | $1.8M | 3.2% |
| Austria | $1.5M | 2.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $39.73 per kg, 44% below the world average of $71.07, 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.
Other medicaments (bulk) exports from Egypt
Exports of other medicaments (bulk) by Egypt reached $5.8 million in 2024 (8 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Switzerland (37%), Tunisia (24%), Sudan (19%). Among the main buyer markets, Kenya grew fastest (+62% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | $2.1M | 37% |
| Tunisia | $1.4M | 24% |
| Sudan | $1.1M | 19% |
| Saudi Arabia | $373K | 6.4% |
| Kenya | $197K | 3.4% |
| Libya | $168K | 2.9% |
| Jordan | $135K | 2.3% |
| Iraq | $99K | 1.7% |
| South Sudan | $89K | 1.5% |
| United Arab Emirates | $42K | 0.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt other medicaments (bulk) imports (HS 3003.90): 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 3003.90: Medicaments: (not containing antibiotics, hormones, alkaloids or their derivatives), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not packaged for retail sale).
Common questions
What is the value of other medicaments (bulk) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported other medicaments (bulk) worth $56.3 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.4 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 31st of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 54% on 2023.
Which countries supply other medicaments (bulk) to Egypt?
The Netherlands was the largest supplier with 15% of the value ($8.6 million), followed by Pakistan (15%) and India (12%). The top three together account for 42%, out of 23 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 411% on the year.
What is the average import price of other medicaments (bulk) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $39.73 per kg in 2024, 44% below the world average of $71.07 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of other medicaments (bulk) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $35.8 million in 2017 to $56.3 million in 2024, an increase of 57%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $43.0 million a year.
Does Egypt also export other medicaments (bulk)?
Yes. Egypt exported $5.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Switzerland, Tunisia and Sudan. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $50.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for other medicaments (bulk)?
The HS code for other medicaments (bulk) is subheading 3003.90. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3003 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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