Toxins and microorganism cultures imports in Ethiopia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Ethiopia imported toxins and microorganism cultures worth $2.1 million (26 tonnes). Value fell 97% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $77.9 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 | $2.1M | 26 t |
| 2023 | $77.9M | 213 t |
| 2022 | $4.7M | 44 t |
| 2021 | $1.2M | 16 t |
| 2020 | $986K | 5 t |
| 2019 | $2.0M | 58 t |
| 2018 | $1.9M | 16 t |
| 2017 | $682K | 3 t |
Where Ethiopia imports toxins and microorganism cultures from
Most of the value came from China (48%), India (47%), Denmark (2%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $1.0M | 48% |
| India | $996K | 47% |
| Denmark | $36K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $28K | 1.3% |
| Kenya | $12K | 0.5% |
| France | $11K | 0.5% |
| Germany | $8K | 0.4% |
| Italy | $7K | 0.3% |
| United Kingdom | $4K | 0.2% |
| Austria | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $82.32 per kg, 34% below the world average of $124.82, 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 toxins and microorganism cultures imports (HS 3002.90): 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 3002.90: Toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products.
Common questions
What is the value of toxins and microorganism cultures imported by Ethiopia?
Ethiopia imported toxins and microorganism cultures worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 26 tonnes. That ranks it 101st of 211 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 97% on 2023.
Which countries supply toxins and microorganism cultures to Ethiopia?
China was the largest supplier with 48% of the value ($1.0 million), followed by India (47%) and Denmark (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 338% on the year.
What is the average import price of toxins and microorganism cultures per kg?
The average declared import value was about $82.32 per kg in 2024, 34% below the world average of $124.82 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of toxins and microorganism cultures to Ethiopia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $682 thousand in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 213%. The peak was 2023 at $77.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for toxins and microorganism cultures?
The HS code for toxins and microorganism cultures is subheading 3002.90. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3002 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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