Erythromycin imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $16.7 million of erythromycin in 2024 (56 tonnes). That makes it the 6th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 142 countries. Value fell 18% from 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2020, at $26.4 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 | $16.7M | 56 t |
| 2023 | $20.3M | 56 t |
| 2022 | $14.0M | 64 t |
| 2021 | $13.0M | 27 t |
| 2020 | $26.4M | 120 t |
| 2019 | $21.0M | 95 t |
| 2018 | $18.9M | 88 t |
| 2017 | $20.0M | 102 t |
Where the United States imports erythromycin from
One supplier dominates: China accounted for 67% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Netherlands grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $11.2M | 67% |
| Netherlands | $2.8M | 17% |
| India | $1.9M | 12% |
| Spain | $478K | 2.9% |
| Switzerland | $156K | 0.9% |
| Singapore | $61K | 0.4% |
| Germany | $45K | 0.3% |
| Canada | $23K | 0.1% |
| Hong Kong | $17K | 0.1% |
| France | $11K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $295.82 per kg, 144% above the world average of $121.02. 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.
Erythromycin exports from the United States
Exports of erythromycin by the United States reached $4.0 million in 2024 (50 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 63 countries. Most of it went to Belgium (41%), Argentina (20%), India (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Switzerland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium | $1.6M | 41% |
| Argentina | $810K | 20% |
| India | $599K | 15% |
| Switzerland | $197K | 5% |
| Italy | $182K | 4.6% |
| Canada | $125K | 3.1% |
| Brazil | $76K | 1.9% |
| Spain | $38K | 1% |
| Tunisia | $32K | 0.8% |
| Costa Rica | $32K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States erythromycin imports (HS 2941.50): 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 2941.50: Antibiotics: erythromycin and its derivatives: salts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of erythromycin imported by the United States?
The United States imported erythromycin worth $16.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 56 tonnes. That ranks it 6th of 142 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was down 18% on 2023.
Which countries supply erythromycin to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 67% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by the Netherlands (17%) and India (11%). The top three together account for 95%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 44% on the year.
What is the average import price of erythromycin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $295.82 per kg in 2024, 144% above the world average of $121.02 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of erythromycin to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $20.0 million in 2017 to $16.7 million in 2024, a fall of 17%. The peak was 2020 at $26.4 million. Over 8 years the average was $18.8 million a year.
Does the United States also export erythromycin?
Yes. The United States exported $4.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Belgium, Argentina and India. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $12.7 million a year.
What is the HS code for erythromycin?
The HS code for erythromycin is subheading 2941.50. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2941 page.
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