Penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) exports from South Africa: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) by South Africa reached $48.9 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 88 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 411% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 99% a year on average.
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 | $48.9M | 2.1K t |
| 2023 | $9.6M | 585 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 362 t |
| 2021 | $1.1M | 201 t |
| 2020 | $1.0M | 189 t |
| 2019 | $1.2M | 314 t |
| 2018 | $849K | 204 t |
| 2017 | $402K | 68 t |
Where South Africa exports penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) to
United Arab Emirates alone took 92% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+739% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $44.9M | 92% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 2.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $1.2M | 2.4% |
| Lesotho | $563K | 1.2% |
| Botswana | $265K | 0.5% |
| Eswatini | $182K | 0.4% |
| Zambia | $168K | 0.3% |
| Mozambique | $141K | 0.3% |
| Namibia | $138K | 0.3% |
| United States | $121K | 0.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.71 per kg, 69% 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.
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The shipment records behind South Africa penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) exports (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) exported by South Africa?
South Africa exported penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) worth $48.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.1 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 88 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was up 411% on 2023.
Which countries buy penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) from South Africa?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest buyer with 92% of the value ($44.9 million), followed by Canada (2%) and Zimbabwe (2%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 28 buyer countries in total. The United Arab Emirates grew fastest among the top ten, up 739% on the year.
What is the average export price of penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $23.71 per kg in 2024, 69% below the world average of $76.10 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) from South Africa changed since 2017?
Exports went from $402 thousand in 2017 to $48.9 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $8.3 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.
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