Penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) worth $3.7 million (71 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value fell 34% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 47% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $36.3 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 | $3.7M | 71 t |
| 2023 | $5.6M | 44 t |
| 2022 | $2.6M | 40 t |
| 2021 | $36.3M | 642 t |
| 2020 | $1.2M | 8 t |
| 2019 | $159K | 4 t |
| 2018 | $105K | 1 t |
| 2017 | $245K | 2 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) from
China alone supplied 92% of it. Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+257% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $3.4M | 92% |
| United Kingdom | $311K | 8.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $1K | 0% |
| Thailand | $0K | 0% |
| Brazil | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $51.96 per kg, 32% below the world average of $76.10, 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.
Penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) by Saudi Arabia reached $2.1 million in 2024 (7 tonnes). Kuwait alone took 93% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kuwait | $2.0M | 93% |
| Bahrain | $143K | 6.6% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) imports (HS 3003.10): 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 3003.10: Medicaments: containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale).
Common questions
What is the value of penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) worth $3.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 71 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 158 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was down 34% on 2023.
Which countries supply penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 92% of the value ($3.4 million), followed by the United Kingdom (8%) and the United Arab Emirates (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 257% on the year.
What is the average import price of penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $51.96 per kg in 2024, 32% below the world average of $76.10 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 medicaments (bulk) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $245 thousand in 2017 to $3.7 million in 2024. The peak was 2021 at $36.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $6.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $2.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Kuwait, Bahrain and the United Kingdom. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk)?
The HS code for penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) is subheading 3003.10. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3003 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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