Hormone medicaments (bulk) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
South Africa exported $20.7 million of hormone medicaments (bulk) in 2024 (93 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. That is 46% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 8% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $28.8 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $20.7M | 93 t |
| 2023 | $14.2M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $786K | 161 t |
| 2021 | $28.8M | 1.4K t |
| 2020 | $23.1M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $14.9M | 1.3K t |
| 2018 | $9.1M | 787 t |
| 2017 | $11.8M | 912 t |
Where South Africa exports hormone medicaments (bulk) to
Namibia alone took 94% of it. Among the main buyer markets, Namibia grew fastest (+49% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Namibia | $19.5M | 94% |
| Portugal | $708K | 3.4% |
| Lesotho | $188K | 0.9% |
| Botswana | $66K | 0.3% |
| Angola | $58K | 0.3% |
| Zimbabwe | $45K | 0.2% |
| Saudi Arabia | $41K | 0.2% |
| Eswatini | $39K | 0.2% |
| Mozambique | $20K | 0.1% |
| Mauritius | $8K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $222.76 per kg, close to the world average of $188.87.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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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 3003.39: Medicaments: containing hormones (excluding insulin), (but not containing antibiotics), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of hormone medicaments (bulk) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported hormone medicaments (bulk) worth $20.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 93 tonnes. That ranks it 14th of 92 countries worldwide, with 1% of world exports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries buy hormone medicaments (bulk) from South Africa?
Namibia was the largest buyer with 94% of the value ($19.5 million), followed by Portugal (3%) and Lesotho (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 19 buyer countries in total. Mozambique grew fastest among the top ten, up 305% on the year.
What is the average export price of hormone medicaments (bulk) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $222.76 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $188.87 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of hormone medicaments (bulk) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $11.8 million in 2017 to $20.7 million in 2024, an increase of 76%. The peak was 2021 at $28.8 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.4 million a year.
What is the HS code for hormone medicaments (bulk)?
The HS code for hormone medicaments (bulk) is subheading 3003.39. 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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