Antibiotic medicines (packaged) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Turkey imported antibiotic medicines (packaged) worth $105.9 million (1.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 46% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $105.9M | 1.0K t |
| 2023 | $72.4M | 1.3K t |
| 2022 | $69.6M | 1.5K t |
| 2021 | $83.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2020 | $82.5M | 1.0K t |
| 2019 | $90.9M | 1.1K t |
| 2018 | $101.5M | 1.9K t |
| 2017 | $97.9M | 1.6K t |
Where Turkey imports antibiotic medicines (packaged) from
Most of the value came from United States (32%), Ireland (28%), Italy (7%). Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+440% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $33.8M | 32% |
| Ireland | $30.0M | 28% |
| Italy | $7.9M | 7.5% |
| Germany | $7.5M | 7.1% |
| France | $7.4M | 7% |
| Spain | $5.5M | 5.2% |
| Switzerland | $3.8M | 3.6% |
| Bulgaria | $3.2M | 3% |
| India | $2.6M | 2.5% |
| China | $781K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $101.29 per kg, 68% above the world average of $60.15. 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.
Antibiotic medicines (packaged) exports from Turkey
Turkey exported $102.7 million of antibiotic medicines (packaged) in 2024 (3.8 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Most of it went to Georgia (14%), Iraq (13%), Kazakhstan (5%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 31%. Among the main buyer markets, Afghanistan grew fastest (+37% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $14.4M | 14% |
| Iraq | $12.9M | 13% |
| Kazakhstan | $5.0M | 4.8% |
| Afghanistan | $4.4M | 4.3% |
| Azerbaijan | $4.3M | 4.2% |
| Moldova | $4.1M | 4% |
| Somalia | $3.7M | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $2.7M | 2.6% |
| Germany | $2.7M | 2.6% |
| Vietnam | $2.6M | 2.6% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey antibiotic medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.20): 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 3004.20: Medicaments: containing antibiotics (other than penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of antibiotic medicines (packaged) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported antibiotic medicines (packaged) worth $105.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 27th of 216 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 46% on 2023.
Which countries supply antibiotic medicines (packaged) to Turkey?
The United States was the largest supplier with 32% of the value ($33.8 million), followed by Ireland (28%) and Italy (7%). The top three together account for 68%, out of 33 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 440% on the year.
What is the average import price of antibiotic medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $101.29 per kg in 2024, 68% above the world average of $60.15 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of antibiotic medicines (packaged) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $97.9 million in 2017 to $105.9 million in 2024, an increase of 8%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $88.0 million a year.
Does Turkey also export antibiotic medicines (packaged)?
Yes. Turkey exported $102.7 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Georgia, Iraq and Kazakhstan. That compares with imports of $105.9 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for antibiotic medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for antibiotic medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.20. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Turkey. Tell us your product to see it live.
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