Penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) imports in Turkey: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) by Turkey reached $12.6 million in 2024 (354 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is close to the 2023 level. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $19.1 million.
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 | $12.6M | 354 t |
| 2023 | $12.7M | 386 t |
| 2022 | $12.6M | 333 t |
| 2021 | $16.0M | 326 t |
| 2020 | $19.1M | 361 t |
| 2019 | $14.7M | 298 t |
| 2018 | $9.6M | 296 t |
| 2017 | $11.8M | 297 t |
Where Turkey imports penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) from
The largest suppliers were China (44%), United Kingdom (41%), India (15%).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $5.6M | 44% |
| United Kingdom | $5.1M | 41% |
| India | $1.8M | 15% |
| United States | $0K | 0% |
| United Arab Emirates | $0K | 0% |
| Germany | $0K | 0% |
| Netherlands | $0K | 0% |
| Slovenia | $0K | 0% |
| Austria | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $35.49 per kg, 53% 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.
Penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) exports from Turkey
Exports of penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) by Turkey reached $258 thousand in 2024 (3 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Bahamas (40%), China (26%), Cayman Isds (23%). Among the main buyer markets, Cayman Isds grew fastest (+641% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Bahamas | $104K | 40% |
| China | $67K | 26% |
| Cayman Isds | $59K | 23% |
| Gambia | $27K | 11% |
| Russia | $0K | 0.1% |
| United Kingdom | $0K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Turkey?
The shipment records behind Turkey penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) imports (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) imported by Turkey?
Turkey imported penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) worth $12.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 354 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 158 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was down 1% on 2023.
Which countries supply penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) to Turkey?
China was the largest supplier with 44% of the value ($5.6 million), followed by the United Kingdom (41%) and India (15%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 21% on the year.
What is the average import price of penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $35.49 per kg in 2024, 53% 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 imports of penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk) to Turkey changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.8 million in 2017 to $12.6 million in 2024, an increase of 6%. The peak was 2020 at $19.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $13.6 million a year.
Does Turkey also export penicillin and streptomycin medicaments (bulk)?
Yes. Turkey exported $258 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Bahamas, China and Cayman Isds. On balance Turkey is a net importer of this product, by about $12.3 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.
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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