Alkaloid medicines (packaged) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported alkaloid medicines (packaged) worth $1.28 billion (4.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 213 countries for imports of this product. That is 8% less than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $1.76 billion.
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 | $1.28B | 4.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.38B | 5.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.28B | 5.5K t |
| 2021 | $1.30B | 5.4K t |
| 2020 | $1.65B | 5.1K t |
| 2019 | $1.76B | 4.5K t |
| 2018 | $1.75B | 3.8K t |
| 2017 | $1.29B | 3.3K t |
Where the United States imports alkaloid medicines (packaged) from
The largest suppliers were Germany (40%), India (16%), Spain (10%). Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $510.1M | 40% |
| India | $198.4M | 16% |
| Spain | $127.1M | 10% |
| Canada | $116.8M | 9.2% |
| France | $96.2M | 7.5% |
| China | $92.4M | 7.2% |
| United Kingdom | $39.5M | 3.1% |
| Italy | $36.1M | 2.8% |
| Ireland | $16.8M | 1.3% |
| Czech Republic | $6.6M | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $276.93 per kg, 206% above the world average of $90.44. 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.
Alkaloid medicines (packaged) exports from the United States
Exports of alkaloid medicines (packaged) by the United States reached $140.9 million in 2024 (2.1 thousand tonnes). It ranks 8th of 128 countries for exports of this product. Most of it went to Canada (17%), Australia (14%), France (13%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 44%. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $24.4M | 17% |
| Australia | $20.0M | 14% |
| France | $18.0M | 13% |
| Mexico | $7.3M | 5.2% |
| South Korea | $7.3M | 5.2% |
| India | $5.8M | 4.1% |
| Netherlands | $5.3M | 3.8% |
| Ireland | $4.8M | 3.4% |
| Norway | $3.8M | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $3.8M | 2.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States alkaloid medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.49): 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 3004.49: Medicaments: containing alkaloids or their derivatives: other than ephedrine, pseudoephedrine (INN) or norephedrine or their salts: for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of alkaloid medicines (packaged) imported by the United States?
The United States imported alkaloid medicines (packaged) worth $1.28 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 4.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 213 countries worldwide, with 28% of world imports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries supply alkaloid medicines (packaged) to the United States?
Germany was the largest supplier with 40% of the value ($510.1 million), followed by India (16%) and Spain (10%). The top three together account for 65%, out of 43 supplier countries in total. Italy grew fastest among the top ten, up 246% on the year.
What is the average import price of alkaloid medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $276.93 per kg in 2024, 206% above the world average of $90.44 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of alkaloid medicines (packaged) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.29 billion in 2017 to $1.28 billion in 2024, a fall of 1%. The peak was 2019 at $1.76 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.46 billion a year.
Does the United States also export alkaloid medicines (packaged)?
Yes. The United States exported $140.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Australia and France. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.14 billion a year.
What is the HS code for alkaloid medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for alkaloid medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.49. 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?
Shipment-level records for the United States reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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