Chloramphenicol imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported chloramphenicol worth $2.5 million (106 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. That is 558% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 80% 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 | $2.5M | 107 t |
| 2023 | $387K | 4 t |
| 2022 | $770K | 7 t |
| 2021 | $207K | 1 t |
| 2020 | $91K | 1 t |
| 2019 | $8K | 0 t |
| 2018 | $27K | 1 t |
| 2017 | $42K | 3 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports chloramphenicol from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest (+586% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $2.5M | 100% |
| United Kingdom | $2K | 0.1% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
| France | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $23.92 per kg, 33% below the world average of $35.83, 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.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates chloramphenicol imports (HS 2941.40): 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 2941.40: Antibiotics: chloramphenicol and its derivatives: salts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of chloramphenicol imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported chloramphenicol worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 106 tonnes. That ranks it 17th of 145 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 558% on 2023.
Which countries supply chloramphenicol to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($2.5 million), followed by the United Kingdom (0%) and Germany (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 5 supplier countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 586% on the year.
What is the average import price of chloramphenicol per kg?
The average declared import value was about $23.92 per kg in 2024, 33% below the world average of $35.83 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of chloramphenicol to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $42 thousand in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $510 thousand a year.
What is the HS code for chloramphenicol?
The HS code for chloramphenicol is subheading 2941.40. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2941 page.
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