Penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
Saudi Arabia imported $541.6 million of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) in 2024 (7.7 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 215 countries. That is 55% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 40% a year on average.
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 | $541.6M | 7.7K t |
| 2023 | $349.2M | 7.5K t |
| 2022 | $195.1M | 3.3K t |
| 2021 | $154.7M | 3.2K t |
| 2020 | $60.1M | 1.1K t |
| 2019 | $58.8M | 959 t |
| 2018 | $61.3M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $51.2M | 1.1K t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) from
Most of the value came from Germany (43%), United Arab Emirates (13%), United Kingdom (7%). Among the main suppliers, United Kingdom grew fastest (+307% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $233.0M | 43% |
| United Arab Emirates | $72.2M | 13% |
| United Kingdom | $40.0M | 7.4% |
| United States | $33.4M | 6.2% |
| Austria | $24.4M | 4.5% |
| Egypt | $17.5M | 3.2% |
| Ireland | $17.4M | 3.2% |
| Belgium | $17.1M | 3.2% |
| Switzerland | $15.6M | 2.9% |
| France | $10.0M | 1.8% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $70.45 per kg, 95% above the world average of $36.19. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) exports from Saudi Arabia
Exports of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) by Saudi Arabia reached $11.6 million in 2024 (423 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Egypt (38%), Iraq (16%), United Arab Emirates (16%). Among the main buyer markets, Oman grew fastest (+224% on the year before).
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The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.10): 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 3004.10: Medicaments: containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) worth $541.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.7 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 215 countries worldwide, with 11% of world imports. The value was up 55% on 2023.
Which countries supply penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) to Saudi Arabia?
Germany was the largest supplier with 43% of the value ($233.0 million), followed by the United Arab Emirates (13%) and the United Kingdom (7%). The top three together account for 64%, out of 40 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 307% on the year.
What is the average import price of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $70.45 per kg in 2024, 95% above the world average of $36.19 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $51.2 million in 2017 to $541.6 million in 2024, an increase of 957%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $184.0 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged)?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $11.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Egypt, Iraq and the United Arab Emirates. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $530.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for penicillin and streptomycin medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.10. 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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