Hormone medicines (packaged) imports in South Africa: data, top suppliers and prices
South Africa imported $148.9 million of hormone medicines (packaged) in 2024 (554 tonnes). That is 71% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 12% 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 | $148.9M | 554 t |
| 2023 | $87.1M | 557 t |
| 2022 | $70.5M | 394 t |
| 2021 | $83.0M | 560 t |
| 2020 | $73.3M | 561 t |
| 2019 | $66.0M | 526 t |
| 2018 | $75.5M | 429 t |
| 2017 | $65.5M | 435 t |
Where South Africa imports hormone medicines (packaged) from
Most of the value came from Denmark (21%), Germany (16%), United States (14%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+318% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $31.8M | 21% |
| Germany | $23.2M | 16% |
| United States | $21.4M | 14% |
| United Kingdom | $12.2M | 8.2% |
| Austria | $11.2M | 7.5% |
| Belgium | $6.4M | 4.3% |
| South Korea | $6.1M | 4.1% |
| Italy | $6.0M | 4% |
| France | $4.7M | 3.2% |
| Switzerland | $4.6M | 3.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $268.77 per kg, 29% below the world average of $378.99, 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.
Hormone medicines (packaged) exports from South Africa
In 2024, South Africa exported hormone medicines (packaged) worth $4.7 million (108 tonnes). Most of it went to Botswana (21%), Mozambique (18%), Namibia (17%). Among the main buyer markets, Mozambique grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Botswana | $994K | 21% |
| Mozambique | $824K | 18% |
| Namibia | $820K | 18% |
| Zimbabwe | $500K | 11% |
| Mauritius | $439K | 9.4% |
| United Arab Emirates | $393K | 8.4% |
| Kenya | $277K | 5.9% |
| Ghana | $162K | 3.4% |
| Eswatini | $74K | 1.6% |
| Zambia | $64K | 1.4% |
Who is behind these numbers in South Africa?
The shipment records behind South Africa hormone medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.39): 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 3004.39: Medicaments: containing hormones (but not insulin), adrenal cortex hormones or antibiotics, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of hormone medicines (packaged) imported by South Africa?
South Africa imported hormone medicines (packaged) worth $148.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 554 tonnes. That ranks it 40th of 214 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 71% on 2023.
Which countries supply hormone medicines (packaged) to South Africa?
Denmark was the largest supplier with 21% of the value ($31.8 million), followed by Germany (16%) and the United States (14%). The top three together account for 51%, out of 32 supplier countries in total. The United States grew fastest among the top ten, up 318% on the year.
What is the average import price of hormone medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $268.77 per kg in 2024, 29% below the world average of $378.99 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of hormone medicines (packaged) to South Africa changed since 2017?
Imports went from $65.5 million in 2017 to $148.9 million in 2024, an increase of 127%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $83.7 million a year.
Does South Africa also export hormone medicines (packaged)?
Yes. South Africa exported $4.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Botswana, Mozambique and Namibia. On balance South Africa is a net importer of this product, by about $144.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for hormone medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for hormone medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.39. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3004 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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