Antimalarial medicines (packaged) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported antimalarial medicines (packaged) worth $4.4 million (142 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 50% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 12% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2021, at $23.3 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 | $4.4M | 142 t |
| 2023 | $2.9M | 89 t |
| 2022 | $4.1M | 170 t |
| 2021 | $23.3M | 232 t |
| 2020 | $14.1M | 122 t |
| 2019 | $15.7M | 119 t |
| 2018 | $8.7M | 78 t |
| 2017 | $11.2M | 67 t |
Where the United States imports antimalarial medicines (packaged) from
Most of the value came from Italy (31%), Switzerland (28%), Canada (27%). Among the main suppliers, Switzerland grew fastest (+85% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $1.4M | 31% |
| Switzerland | $1.2M | 28% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 28% |
| India | $343K | 7.8% |
| Croatia | $105K | 2.4% |
| Germany | $92K | 2.1% |
| China | $43K | 1% |
| United Kingdom | $7K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $5K | 0.1% |
| Iceland | $4K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $31.02 per kg, 21% above the world average of $25.73. 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.
Antimalarial medicines (packaged) exports from the United States
In 2024, the United States exported antimalarial medicines (packaged) worth $2.9 million (57 tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Canada alone took 60% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United Arab Emirates grew fastest (+262% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $1.8M | 60% |
| Panama | $243K | 8.3% |
| Mexico | $199K | 6.8% |
| United Kingdom | $131K | 4.5% |
| Zimbabwe | $130K | 4.4% |
| Niger | $124K | 4.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $99K | 3.4% |
| Dominica | $55K | 1.9% |
| Australia | $49K | 1.7% |
| South Africa | $32K | 1.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States antimalarial medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.60): 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 3004.60: Medicaments: containing antimalarial active principles described in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of antimalarial medicines (packaged) imported by the United States?
The United States imported antimalarial medicines (packaged) worth $4.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 142 tonnes. That ranks it 29th of 174 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 50% on 2023.
Which countries supply antimalarial medicines (packaged) to the United States?
Italy was the largest supplier with 31% of the value ($1.4 million), followed by Switzerland (28%) and Canada (27%). The top three together account for 86%, out of 12 supplier countries in total. The United Kingdom grew fastest among the top ten, up 223% on the year.
What is the average import price of antimalarial medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $31.02 per kg in 2024, 21% above the world average of $25.73 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of antimalarial medicines (packaged) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.2 million in 2017 to $4.4 million in 2024, a fall of 61%. The peak was 2021 at $23.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $10.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export antimalarial medicines (packaged)?
Yes. The United States exported $2.9 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Panama and Mexico. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $1.5 million a year.
What is the HS code for antimalarial medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for antimalarial medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.60. 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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