Strategic sector
Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices
El Salvador is positioned as a strategic Tier II and III hub, with operating costs up to 40% lower than the Central American average.
Contact a specialistUSD 172.9 M
El Salvador pharmaceutical sector exports in 2025
+USD 2.8 M
Growth in medical device exports to the United States, 2025
+USD 111 M
Exports to Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua (65% of total), 2025
Opportunity Matrix
Strategic Potential
R&D and clinical validation
R&D and clinical validation
- Clinical trials
- Molecule and drug testing
- Applied medical research
Pharmaceutical manufacturing
Pharmaceutical manufacturing
Drug production and packaging to scale Tier II and III operations with international compliance.
Medical devices
Medical devices
Consumables, instruments, parts, and support equipment for hospital supply chains and regional exports.
- Bandages, sutures, needles, catheters, syringes, gloves, and masks
- Dialysis, drainage, and ostomy bags with accessories
- Scissors, clamps, forceps, scalpels, and device components
Investment destination