Penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) imports in Egypt: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) by Egypt reached $322.7 million in 2024 (6.0 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 3rd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 215 countries. That is 32% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 38% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $474.9 million.
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 | $322.7M | 6.0K t |
| 2023 | $474.9M | 9.7K t |
| 2022 | $238.7M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $41.5M | 783 t |
| 2020 | $46.6M | 865 t |
| 2019 | $41.5M | 776 t |
| 2018 | $42.4M | 868 t |
| 2017 | $34.1M | 971 t |
Where Egypt imports penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) from
The largest suppliers were United States (33%), Switzerland (25%), Austria (8%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+143% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $105.0M | 33% |
| Switzerland | $80.0M | 25% |
| Austria | $25.8M | 8% |
| Singapore | $21.3M | 6.6% |
| Italy | $21.0M | 6.5% |
| Denmark | $8.0M | 2.5% |
| Turkey | $7.5M | 2.3% |
| Slovenia | $7.2M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $7.0M | 2.2% |
| France | $5.7M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $53.72 per kg, 48% above the world average of $36.19. 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.
Penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) exports from Egypt
Exports of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) by Egypt reached $22.1 million in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). Saudi Arabia alone took 79% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Niger grew fastest (+58% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabia | $17.5M | 79% |
| Georgia | $1.5M | 6.8% |
| Niger | $1.0M | 4.6% |
| Turkey | $810K | 3.7% |
| Iraq | $226K | 1% |
| Burkina Faso | $217K | 1% |
| Kyrgyzstan | $162K | 0.7% |
| Sudan | $139K | 0.6% |
| Jordan | $107K | 0.5% |
| Yemen | $69K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in Egypt?
The shipment records behind Egypt penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.10): 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 3004.10: Medicaments: containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) imported by Egypt?
Egypt imported penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) worth $322.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 215 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 32% on 2023.
Which countries supply penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) to Egypt?
The United States was the largest supplier with 33% of the value ($105.0 million), followed by Switzerland (25%) and Austria (8%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 35 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 143% on the year.
What is the average import price of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $53.72 per kg in 2024, 48% above the world average of $36.19 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) to Egypt changed since 2017?
Imports went from $34.1 million in 2017 to $322.7 million in 2024, an increase of 847%. The peak was 2023 at $474.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $155.3 million a year.
Does Egypt also export penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged)?
Yes. Egypt exported $22.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Saudi Arabia, Georgia and Niger. On balance Egypt is a net importer of this product, by about $300.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.10. 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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