Somatotropin (growth hormone) exports from the United States: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of somatotropin (growth hormone) by the United States reached $31.1 million in 2024 (5 tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 33 countries for exports of this product. Value fell 38% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 6% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2020, at $141.3 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $31.1M | 5 t |
| 2023 | $50.3M | 2 t |
| 2022 | $30.0M | 1 t |
| 2021 | $40.2M | 1 t |
| 2020 | $141.3M | 3 t |
| 2019 | $34.8M | 2 t |
| 2018 | $80.8M | 8 t |
| 2017 | $49.3M | 6 t |
Where the United States exports somatotropin (growth hormone) to
Denmark alone took 93% of it.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $28.8M | 93% |
| Sweden | $1.5M | 4.8% |
| France | $389K | 1.3% |
| Netherlands | $127K | 0.4% |
| Greece | $94K | 0.3% |
| Israel | $85K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $34K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $17K | 0.1% |
| Austria | $13K | 0% |
| Mexico | $11K | 0% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6,229.56 per kg, 84% below the world average of $37,864.47, 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.
Somatotropin (growth hormone) imports to the United States
The United States imported $3.6 million of somatotropin (growth hormone) in 2024 (1 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 63 countries. One supplier dominates: Denmark accounted for 94% of the value.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Denmark | $3.4M | 95% |
| Germany | $79K | 2.2% |
| Canada | $76K | 2.1% |
| Ireland | $23K | 0.6% |
| United Kingdom | $13K | 0.4% |
| Austria | $4K | 0.1% |
| France | $3K | 0.1% |
| Sweden | $1K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United States?
The shipment records behind United States somatotropin (growth hormone) exports (HS 2937.11): 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 2937.11: Polypeptide hormones, protein hormones and glycoprotein hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues: somatotropin, its derivatives and structural analogues.
Common questions
What is the value of somatotropin (growth hormone) exported by the United States?
The United States exported somatotropin (growth hormone) worth $31.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5 tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 33 countries worldwide, with 5% of world exports. The value was down 38% on 2023.
Which countries buy somatotropin (growth hormone) from the United States?
Denmark was the largest buyer with 93% of the value ($28.8 million), followed by Sweden (5%) and France (1%). The top three together account for 99%, out of 22 buyer countries in total. Germany grew fastest among the top ten, up 139% on the year.
What is the average export price of somatotropin (growth hormone) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6,229.56 per kg in 2024, 84% below the world average of $37,864.47 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of somatotropin (growth hormone) from the United States changed since 2017?
Exports went from $49.3 million in 2017 to $31.1 million in 2024, a fall of 37%. The peak was 2020 at $141.3 million. Over 8 years the average was $57.2 million a year.
Does the United States also import somatotropin (growth hormone)?
Yes. The United States imported $3.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Denmark, Germany and Canada. On balance the United States is a net exporter of this product, by about $27.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for somatotropin (growth hormone)?
The HS code for somatotropin (growth hormone) is subheading 2937.11. 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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