Penicillin antibiotics imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
The United States imported $69.9 million of penicillin antibiotics in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 166 countries. That is 9% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2019, at $103.1 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 | $69.9M | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $64.2M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $76.2M | 1.9K t |
| 2021 | $71.7M | 1.7K t |
| 2020 | $42.0M | 1.3K t |
| 2019 | $103.1M | 1.5K t |
| 2018 | $89.2M | 1.3K t |
| 2017 | $72.1M | 1.0K t |
Where the United States imports penicillin antibiotics from
The largest suppliers were China (38%), Bulgaria (26%), Italy (22%). Among the main suppliers, Italy grew fastest (+103% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $26.5M | 38% |
| Bulgaria | $17.9M | 26% |
| Italy | $15.3M | 22% |
| Spain | $3.3M | 4.7% |
| Austria | $2.8M | 4% |
| Mexico | $2.2M | 3.2% |
| Canada | $1.2M | 1.7% |
| India | $342K | 0.5% |
| Singapore | $129K | 0.2% |
| Israel | $89K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $45.63 per kg, close to the world average of $39.03.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Penicillin antibiotics exports from the United States
The United States exported $3.1 million of penicillin antibiotics in 2024 (200 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Paraguay (14%), Canada (11%), India (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 35%. Among the main buyer markets, Mexico grew fastest (+818% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Paraguay | $413K | 14% |
| Canada | $334K | 11% |
| India | $328K | 11% |
| Philippines | $319K | 10% |
| Brazil | $290K | 9.5% |
| Mexico | $259K | 8.5% |
| Germany | $239K | 7.8% |
| Vietnam | $128K | 4.2% |
| Thailand | $91K | 3% |
| Ecuador | $84K | 2.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States penicillin antibiotics imports (HS 2941.10): 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 2941.10: Antibiotics: penicillins and their derivatives with a penicillanic acid structure: salts thereof.
Common questions
What is the value of penicillin antibiotics imported by the United States?
The United States imported penicillin antibiotics worth $69.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 166 countries worldwide, with 3% of world imports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries supply penicillin antibiotics to the United States?
China was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($26.5 million), followed by Bulgaria (26%) and Italy (22%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 758% on the year.
What is the average import price of penicillin antibiotics per kg?
The average declared import value was about $45.63 per kg in 2024, 17% above the world average of $39.03 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of penicillin antibiotics to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $72.1 million in 2017 to $69.9 million in 2024, a fall of 3%. The peak was 2019 at $103.1 million. Over 8 years the average was $73.5 million a year.
Does the United States also export penicillin antibiotics?
Yes. The United States exported $3.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Paraguay, Canada and India. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $66.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for penicillin antibiotics?
The HS code for penicillin antibiotics is subheading 2941.10. 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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