Antibiotic medicines (packaged) imports in the Republic of the Congo: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the Republic of the Congo imported antibiotic medicines (packaged) worth $3.1 million (132 tonnes). That is 26% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2017, at $5.5 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 | $3.1M | 132 t |
| 2023 | $4.1M | 223 t |
| 2022 | $3.0M | 126 t |
| 2021 | $2.7M | 157 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 119 t |
| 2019 | $3.2M | 93 t |
| 2018 | $5.5M | 107 t |
| 2017 | $5.5M | 238 t |
Where the Republic of the Congo imports antibiotic medicines (packaged) from
India alone supplied 60% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+187% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $1.8M | 60% |
| France | $1.1M | 35% |
| Netherlands | $116K | 3.8% |
| China | $53K | 1.7% |
| Guatemala | $4K | 0.1% |
| Denmark | $2K | 0.1% |
| Morocco | $1K | 0% |
| Singapore | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.21 per kg, 61% 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 the Republic of the Congo?
The shipment records behind Republic of the Congo 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 the Republic of the Congo?
The Republic of the Congo imported antibiotic medicines (packaged) worth $3.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 132 tonnes. That ranks it 147th of 216 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 26% on 2023.
Which countries supply antibiotic medicines (packaged) to the Republic of the Congo?
India was the largest supplier with 60% of the value ($1.8 million), followed by France (35%) and the Netherlands (4%). The top three together account for 98%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 462% on the year.
What is the average import price of antibiotic medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.21 per kg in 2024, 61% below the world average of $60.15 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of antibiotic medicines (packaged) to the Republic of the Congo changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.5 million in 2017 to $3.1 million in 2024, a fall of 45%. The peak was 2017 at $5.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.8 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.
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