Erythromycin imports in Zambia: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Zambia imported erythromycin worth $6.7 million (33 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 88% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 73% 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 | $6.7M | 33 t |
| 2023 | $3.6M | 31 t |
| 2022 | $896K | 16 t |
| 2021 | $64K | 1 t |
| 2020 | $11K | 0 t |
| 2018 | $490K | 27 t |
| 2017 | $144K | 3 t |
Where Zambia imports erythromycin from
One supplier dominates: India accounted for 100% of the value. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+88% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $6.7M | 100% |
| France | $1K | 0% |
| United Kingdom | $1K | 0% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $205.45 per kg, 70% 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.
Who is behind these numbers in Zambia?
The shipment records behind Zambia 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 Zambia?
Zambia imported erythromycin worth $6.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 33 tonnes. That ranks it 21st of 142 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 88% on 2023.
Which countries supply erythromycin to Zambia?
India was the largest supplier with 100% of the value ($6.7 million), followed by France (0%) and the United Kingdom (0%). The top three together account for 100%, out of 3 supplier countries in total. France grew fastest among the top ten, up 519% on the year.
What is the average import price of erythromycin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $205.45 per kg in 2024, 70% above the world average of $121.02 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of erythromycin to Zambia changed since 2017?
Imports went from $144 thousand in 2017 to $6.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $1.7 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.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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