Corticosteroid medicines (packaged) imports in Oman: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of corticosteroid medicines (packaged) by Oman reached $2.0 million in 2024 (82 tonnes). That is 83% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 11% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2022, at $19.3 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 | $2.0M | 82 t |
| 2023 | $11.9M | 78 t |
| 2022 | $19.3M | 113 t |
| 2021 | $15.3M | 133 t |
| 2020 | $13.7M | 97 t |
| 2019 | $13.0M | 114 t |
| 2018 | $10.2M | 103 t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 48 t |
Where Oman imports corticosteroid medicines (packaged) from
Most of the value came from India (44%), Belgium (19%), Australia (13%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $894K | 44% |
| Belgium | $392K | 19% |
| Australia | $261K | 13% |
| China | $170K | 8.4% |
| Netherlands | $102K | 5.1% |
| Germany | $76K | 3.8% |
| France | $57K | 2.8% |
| Switzerland | $48K | 2.4% |
| Bahrain | $9K | 0.4% |
| Peru | $7K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $24.79 per kg, 82% below the world average of $137.60, 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.
Corticosteroid medicines (packaged) exports from Oman
Oman exported $245 thousand of corticosteroid medicines (packaged) in 2024 (2 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: South Africa accounted for 92% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $225K | 92% |
| Cote d'Ivoire | $20K | 8% |
| Belgium | $1K | 0.3% |
| Sweden | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Oman?
The shipment records behind Oman corticosteroid medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.32): 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 3004.32: Medicaments: containing corticosteroid hormones, their derivatives or structural analogues (but not containing antibiotics), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of corticosteroid medicines (packaged) imported by Oman?
Oman imported corticosteroid medicines (packaged) worth $2.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 82 tonnes. That ranks it 114th of 212 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 83% on 2023.
Which countries supply corticosteroid medicines (packaged) to Oman?
India was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($894 thousand), followed by Belgium (19%) and Australia (13%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 931% on the year.
What is the average import price of corticosteroid medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $24.79 per kg in 2024, 82% below the world average of $137.60 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of corticosteroid medicines (packaged) to Oman changed since 2017?
Imports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $2.0 million in 2024, a fall of 54%. The peak was 2022 at $19.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $11.2 million a year.
Does Oman also export corticosteroid medicines (packaged)?
Yes. Oman exported $245 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to South Africa, Cote d'Ivoire and Belgium. On balance Oman is a net importer of this product, by about $1.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for corticosteroid medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for corticosteroid medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.32. 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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