Other medicaments (bulk) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United States imported other medicaments (bulk) worth $1.80 billion (17.6 thousand tonnes). It ranks 1st of 211 countries for imports of this product. Value fell 6% from 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 | $1.80B | 17.6K t |
| 2023 | $1.91B | 16.9K t |
| 2022 | $1.17B | 18.4K t |
| 2021 | $648.3M | 16.8K t |
| 2020 | $588.7M | 20.8K t |
| 2019 | $473.0M | 21.1K t |
| 2018 | $1.57B | 28.5K t |
| 2017 | $1.22B | 32.2K t |
Where the United States imports other medicaments (bulk) from
The largest suppliers were Portugal (50%), Singapore (16%), Ireland (11%). Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+233% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal | $890.7M | 50% |
| Singapore | $289.4M | 16% |
| Ireland | $203.1M | 11% |
| Switzerland | $85.6M | 4.8% |
| China | $80.1M | 4.5% |
| India | $56.9M | 3.2% |
| Israel | $38.2M | 2.1% |
| Spain | $26.2M | 1.5% |
| South Korea | $25.0M | 1.4% |
| Canada | $23.2M | 1.3% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $102.17 per kg, 44% above the world average of $71.07. 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.
Other medicaments (bulk) exports from the United States
Exports of other medicaments (bulk) by the United States reached $1.73 billion in 2024 (13.8 thousand tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 148 countries for exports of this product. The largest buyer markets were Germany (38%), Belgium (25%), Ireland (11%). Among the main buyer markets, Czech Republic grew fastest (+656% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Germany | $661.9M | 38% |
| Belgium | $439.0M | 25% |
| Ireland | $184.4M | 11% |
| Saudi Arabia | $97.4M | 5.6% |
| United Kingdom | $69.3M | 4% |
| Netherlands | $50.9M | 2.9% |
| Czech Republic | $45.1M | 2.6% |
| Japan | $43.4M | 2.5% |
| Canada | $24.1M | 1.4% |
| Mexico | $14.5M | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States other medicaments (bulk) imports (HS 3003.90): 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 3003.90: Medicaments: (not containing antibiotics, hormones, alkaloids or their derivatives), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not packaged for retail sale).
Common questions
What is the value of other medicaments (bulk) imported by the United States?
The United States imported other medicaments (bulk) worth $1.80 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.6 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 1st of 211 countries worldwide, with 16% of world imports. The value was down 6% on 2023.
Which countries supply other medicaments (bulk) to the United States?
Portugal was the largest supplier with 50% of the value ($890.7 million), followed by Singapore (16%) and Ireland (11%). The top three together account for 77%, out of 46 supplier countries in total. Ireland grew fastest among the top ten, up 233% on the year.
What is the average import price of other medicaments (bulk) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $102.17 per kg in 2024, 44% above the world average of $71.07 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of other medicaments (bulk) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.22 billion in 2017 to $1.80 billion in 2024, an increase of 47%. The peak was 2023 at $1.91 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.17 billion a year.
Does the United States also export other medicaments (bulk)?
Yes. The United States exported $1.73 billion worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Germany, Belgium and Ireland. That compares with imports of $1.80 billion in the same year.
What is the HS code for other medicaments (bulk)?
The HS code for other medicaments (bulk) is subheading 3003.90. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3003 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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