Antibiotic medicines (packaged) imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported antibiotic medicines (packaged) worth $48.2 million (6.5 thousand tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2023, at $64.8 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 | $48.2M | 6.5K t |
| 2023 | $64.8M | 7.0K t |
| 2022 | $37.3M | 5.2K t |
| 2021 | $51.6M | 5.1K t |
| 2020 | $34.3M | 3.0K t |
| 2019 | $46.6M | 3.8K t |
| 2018 | $45.3M | 2.8K t |
| 2017 | $57.9M | 2.3K t |
Where Ethiopia imports antibiotic medicines (packaged) from
The largest suppliers were India (42%), China (35%), Belgium (13%). Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+57% on the year before).
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $7.39 per kg, 88% 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Ethiopia?
The shipment records behind Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported antibiotic medicines (packaged) worth $48.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply antibiotic medicines (packaged) to Ethiopia?
India was the largest supplier with 42% of the value ($20.0 million), followed by China (35%) and Belgium (13%). The top three together account for 90%, out of 21 supplier countries in total. Spain grew fastest among the top ten, up 682% on the year.
What is the average import price of antibiotic medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $7.39 per kg in 2024, 88% below the world average of $60.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of antibiotic medicines (packaged) to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $57.9 million in 2017 to $48.2 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2023 at $64.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $48.2 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Ethiopia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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