Corticosteroid hormones imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $25.4 million of corticosteroid hormones in 2024 (40 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 154 countries. Value rose 5% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $25.4M | 40 t |
| 2023 | $24.2M | 44 t |
| 2022 | $24.7M | 35 t |
| 2021 | $19.9M | 36 t |
| 2020 | $27.2M | 37 t |
| 2019 | $27.1M | 40 t |
| 2018 | $24.8M | 39 t |
| 2017 | $21.6M | 29 t |
Where the United States imports corticosteroid hormones from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 65% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+193% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $16.4M | 65% |
| India | $6.1M | 24% |
| France | $1.5M | 6.1% |
| Belgium | $557K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $181K | 0.7% |
| United Kingdom | $122K | 0.5% |
| Spain | $119K | 0.5% |
| Italy | $104K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $102K | 0.4% |
| Portugal | $100K | 0.4% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $636.13 per kg, 59% above the world average of $400.74. 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.
Corticosteroid hormones exports from the United States
Exports of corticosteroid hormones by the United States reached $23.4 million in 2024 (31 tonnes). That makes it the 2nd largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 71 countries. The largest buyer markets were Belgium (14%), France (13%), Canada (9%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 36%. Among the main buyer markets, Spain grew fastest (+90% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $3.2M | 14% |
| France | $3.1M | 13% |
| Canada | $2.0M | 8.6% |
| Italy | $1.5M | 6.4% |
| Japan | $1.5M | 6.3% |
| India | $1.4M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $1.4M | 6.1% |
| Australia | $1.0M | 4.4% |
| Finland | $968K | 4.1% |
| Spain | $720K | 3.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States corticosteroid hormones imports (HS 2937.21): 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 2937.21: Steroidal hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues: cortisone, hydrocortisone, prednisone (dehydrocortisone) and prednisolone (dehydrohydrocortisone).
Common questions
What is the value of corticosteroid hormones imported by the United States?
The United States imported corticosteroid hormones worth $25.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 40 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 154 countries worldwide, with 9% of world imports. The value was up 5% on 2023.
Which countries supply corticosteroid hormones to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 65% of the value ($16.4 million), followed by India (24%) and France (6%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 20 supplier countries in total. India grew fastest among the top ten, up 193% on the year.
What is the average import price of corticosteroid hormones per kg?
The average declared import value was about $636.13 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $400.74 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of corticosteroid hormones to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $21.6 million in 2017 to $25.4 million in 2024, an increase of 17%. The peak was 2020 at $27.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $24.4 million a year.
Does the United States also export corticosteroid hormones?
Yes. The United States exported $23.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, France and Canada. That compares with imports of $25.4 million in the same year.
What is the HS code for corticosteroid hormones?
The HS code for corticosteroid hormones is subheading 2937.21. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2937 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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