Hormone medicines (packaged) imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported hormone medicines (packaged) worth $387.7 million (1.3 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 39% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 31% 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 | $387.7M | 1.3K t |
| 2023 | $278.0M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $134.9M | 798 t |
| 2021 | $150.3M | 952 t |
| 2020 | $134.8M | 690 t |
| 2019 | $127.2M | 754 t |
| 2018 | $105.9M | 485 t |
| 2017 | $59.9M | 297 t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports hormone medicines (packaged) from
United States alone supplied 71% of it. Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+86% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $274.4M | 71% |
| Germany | $50.4M | 13% |
| Belgium | $13.6M | 3.5% |
| France | $9.7M | 2.5% |
| South Korea | $9.7M | 2.5% |
| Switzerland | $6.5M | 1.7% |
| United Kingdom | $6.3M | 1.6% |
| Italy | $3.6M | 0.9% |
| China | $2.2M | 0.6% |
| Poland | $2.0M | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $298.06 per kg, 21% below the world average of $378.99, 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.
Hormone medicines (packaged) exports from the United Arab Emirates
Exports of hormone medicines (packaged) by the United Arab Emirates reached $10.1 million in 2024 (240 tonnes). Most of it went to Uzbekistan (44%), Philippines (32%), Nigeria (12%). Among the main buyer markets, Uzbekistan grew fastest (+496% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates hormone medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.39): 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 3004.39: Medicaments: containing hormones (but not insulin), adrenal cortex hormones or antibiotics, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of hormone medicines (packaged) imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported hormone medicines (packaged) worth $387.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.3 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 22nd of 214 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 39% on 2023.
Which countries supply hormone medicines (packaged) to the United Arab Emirates?
The United States was the largest supplier with 71% of the value ($274.4 million), followed by Germany (13%) and Belgium (4%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 38 supplier countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 510% on the year.
What is the average import price of hormone medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $298.06 per kg in 2024, 21% below the world average of $378.99 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of hormone medicines (packaged) to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $59.9 million in 2017 to $387.7 million in 2024, an increase of 547%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $172.3 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export hormone medicines (packaged)?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $10.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Uzbekistan, the Philippines and Nigeria. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $377.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for hormone medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for hormone medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.39. 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?
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