Erythromycin imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of erythromycin by the United Arab Emirates reached $10.0 million in 2024 (83 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 2%. Value rose 703% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 21% 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 | $10.0M | 83 t |
| 2023 | $1.2M | 7 t |
| 2022 | $1.4M | 13 t |
| 2021 | $1.4M | 17 t |
| 2020 | $773K | 6 t |
| 2019 | $1.7M | 10 t |
| 2018 | $1.5M | 12 t |
| 2017 | $2.6M | 19 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports erythromycin from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, China grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $6.5M | 65% |
| India | $3.4M | 34% |
| Malaysia | $81K | 0.8% |
| Pakistan | $42K | 0.4% |
| United States | $3K | 0% |
| Switzerland | $3K | 0% |
| Germany | $1K | 0% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $120.46 per kg, close to the world average of $121.02.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Erythromycin exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported erythromycin worth $202 thousand (2 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: India accounted for 91% of the value.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $184K | 91% |
| Malaysia | $18K | 8.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates erythromycin imports (HS 2941.50): 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 2941.50: Antibiotics: erythromycin and its derivatives: salts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of erythromycin imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported erythromycin worth $10.0 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 83 tonnes. That ranks it 12th of 142 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 703% on 2023.
Which countries supply erythromycin to the United Arab Emirates?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($6.5 million), followed by India (34%) and Malaysia (1%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 371% on the year.
What is the average import price of erythromycin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $120.46 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $121.02 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of erythromycin to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.6 million in 2017 to $10.0 million in 2024, an increase of 280%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $2.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export erythromycin?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $202 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to India and Malaysia. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $9.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for erythromycin?
The HS code for erythromycin is subheading 2941.50. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2941 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; EximDataX adds the company names by reading partner countries' customs records for the United Arab Emirates. Tell us your product to see it live.
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