Pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged) imports in the United States: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged) by the United States reached $21.8 million in 2024 (501 tonnes). It ranks 2nd of 144 countries for imports of this product. The value was almost unchanged from 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 10% a year on average.
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 | $21.8M | 501 t |
| 2023 | $22.2M | 261 t |
| 2022 | $26.0M | 282 t |
| 2021 | $25.3M | 319 t |
| 2020 | $21.2M | 333 t |
| 2019 | $17.7M | 223 t |
| 2018 | $18.8M | 242 t |
| 2017 | $11.5M | 71 t |
Where the United States imports pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged) from
One supplier dominates: France accounted for 51% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Canada grew fastest (+288% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $11.2M | 51% |
| Canada | $4.0M | 18% |
| Belgium | $3.0M | 14% |
| India | $2.2M | 10% |
| United Kingdom | $1.0M | 4.8% |
| Germany | $372K | 1.7% |
| Bermuda | $0K | 0% |
| Uzbekistan | $0K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $43.54 per kg, 23% below the world average of $56.56, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged) exports from the United States
Exports of pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged) by the United States reached $10.5 million in 2024 (152 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 69 countries. One buyer market dominates: Canada accounted for 79% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Netherlands grew fastest (+121% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | $8.3M | 79% |
| Netherlands | $599K | 5.7% |
| Barbados | $435K | 4.2% |
| South Korea | $253K | 2.4% |
| Qatar | $209K | 2% |
| Jamaica | $175K | 1.7% |
| Germany | $173K | 1.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $123K | 1.2% |
| Italy | $99K | 0.9% |
| Hong Kong | $47K | 0.5% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged) imports (HS 3004.42): 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 3004.42: Medicaments: containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing pseudoephedrine (INN) or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged) imported by the United States?
The United States imported pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged) worth $21.8 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 501 tonnes. That ranks it 2nd of 144 countries worldwide, with 7% of world imports. The value was down 2% on 2023.
Which countries supply pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged) to the United States?
France was the largest supplier with 51% of the value ($11.2 million), followed by Canada (18%) and Belgium (14%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 8 supplier countries in total. Canada grew fastest among the top ten, up 288% on the year.
What is the average import price of pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared import value was about $43.54 per kg in 2024, 23% below the world average of $56.56 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged) to the United States changed since 2017?
Imports went from $11.5 million in 2017 to $21.8 million in 2024, an increase of 91%. The peak was 2022 at $26.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $20.6 million a year.
Does the United States also export pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged)?
Yes. The United States exported $10.5 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Canada, the Netherlands and Barbados. On balance the United States is a net importer of this product, by about $11.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for pseudoephedrine medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.42. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3004 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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