Chemical contraceptives imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported chemical contraceptives worth $1.16 billion (2.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 201 countries. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $2.12 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 | $1.16B | 2.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.17B | 5.5K t |
| 2022 | $1.32B | 5.4K t |
| 2021 | $1.39B | 3.1K t |
| 2020 | $842.5M | 2.6K t |
| 2019 | $903.9M | 2.6K t |
| 2018 | $2.12B | 2.7K t |
| 2017 | $1.07B | 2.2K t |
Where the United States imports chemical contraceptives from
The largest suppliers were Finland (41%), Netherlands (27%), Spain (11%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+109% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Finland | $480.5M | 41% |
| Netherlands | $307.9M | 27% |
| Spain | $132.3M | 11% |
| India | $94.6M | 8.2% |
| Italy | $42.4M | 3.7% |
| China | $25.4M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $25.1M | 2.2% |
| Belgium | $21.3M | 1.8% |
| Hungary | $17.5M | 1.5% |
| Sweden | $5.6M | 0.5% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $448.70 per kg, 189% above the world average of $155.10. 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.
Chemical contraceptives exports from the United States
The United States exported $25.0 million of chemical contraceptives in 2024 (2.0 thousand tonnes). Its share of world exports was 1%. Canada alone took 68% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $17.0M | 68% |
| Costa Rica | $2.6M | 11% |
| Mozambique | $2.6M | 10% |
| New Zealand | $420K | 1.7% |
| Uganda | $402K | 1.6% |
| Togo | $287K | 1.2% |
| Vietnam | $265K | 1.1% |
| France | $260K | 1% |
| Hong Kong | $218K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $212K | 0.9% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States chemical contraceptives imports (HS 3006.60): 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 3006.60: Pharmaceutical goods: chemical contraceptive preparations based on hormones, on other products of heading 2937 or on spermicides.
Common questions
What is the value of chemical contraceptives imported by the United States?
The United States imported chemical contraceptives worth $1.16 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 2.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 201 countries worldwide, with 35% of world imports. The value was down 0% on 2023.
Which countries supply chemical contraceptives to the United States?
Finland was the largest supplier with 41% of the value ($480.5 million), followed by the Netherlands (27%) and Spain (11%). The top three together account for 79%, out of 18 supplier countries in total. Hungary grew fastest among the top ten, up 268% on the year.
What is the average import price of chemical contraceptives per kg?
The average declared import value was about $448.70 per kg in 2024, 189% above the world average of $155.10 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of chemical contraceptives to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.07 billion in 2017 to $1.16 billion in 2024, an increase of 8%. The peak was 2018 at $2.12 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.25 billion a year.
Does the United States also export chemical contraceptives?
Yes. The United States exported $25.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, Costa Rica and Mozambique. 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 chemical contraceptives?
The HS code for chemical contraceptives is subheading 3006.60. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3006 page.
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