Tetracycline antibiotics imports in Saudi Arabia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Saudi Arabia imported tetracycline antibiotics worth $5.0 million (102 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 23% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 18% 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 | $5.0M | 102 t |
| 2023 | $4.0M | 56 t |
| 2022 | $2.5M | 41 t |
| 2021 | $5.0M | 53 t |
| 2020 | $3.1M | 67 t |
| 2019 | $2.2M | 66 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 50 t |
| 2017 | $1.5M | 52 t |
Where Saudi Arabia imports tetracycline antibiotics from
China alone supplied 86% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+100% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.2M | 86% |
| Portugal | $347K | 7% |
| India | $300K | 6% |
| Spain | $53K | 1.1% |
| United States | $6K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $2K | 0% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| Jordan | $1K | 0% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| Canada | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $48.38 per kg, 32% above the world average of $36.69. 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.
Tetracycline antibiotics exports from Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia exported $1.2 million of tetracycline antibiotics in 2024 (6 tonnes). Algeria alone took 100% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Algeria | $1.2M | 100% |
Who is behind these numbers in Saudi Arabia?
The shipment records behind Saudi Arabia tetracycline antibiotics imports (HS 2941.30): 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 2941.30: Antibiotics: tetracyclines and their derivatives: salts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of tetracycline antibiotics imported by Saudi Arabia?
Saudi Arabia imported tetracycline antibiotics worth $5.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 102 tonnes. That ranks it 32nd of 154 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply tetracycline antibiotics to Saudi Arabia?
China was the largest supplier with 86% of the value ($4.2 million), followed by Portugal (7%) and India (6%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 11 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 100% on the year.
What is the average import price of tetracycline antibiotics per kg?
The average declared import value was about $48.38 per kg in 2024, 32% above the world average of $36.69 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of tetracycline antibiotics to Saudi Arabia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.5 million in 2017 to $5.0 million in 2024, an increase of 220%. The peak was 2021 at $5.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does Saudi Arabia also export tetracycline antibiotics?
Yes. Saudi Arabia exported $1.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Algeria. On balance Saudi Arabia is a net importer of this product, by about $3.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for tetracycline antibiotics?
The HS code for tetracycline antibiotics is subheading 2941.30. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2941 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for Saudi Arabia. Tell us your product to see it live.
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