Alkaloid medicaments (bulk) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of alkaloid medicaments (bulk) by the United Kingdom reached $3.2 million in 2024 (30 tonnes). That makes it the 9th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 70 countries. That is 9% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 10% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $294.7 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 | $3.2M | 30 t |
| 2023 | $3.0M | 34 t |
| 2022 | $2.8M | 26 t |
| 2021 | $6.0M | 29 t |
| 2020 | $9.4M | 51 t |
| 2019 | $33.5M | 109 t |
| 2018 | $294.7M | 191 t |
| 2017 | $6.6M | 71 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports alkaloid medicaments (bulk) to
Most of it went to United States (50%), Singapore (17%), Hong Kong (15%). Among the main buyer markets, Hong Kong grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1.6M | 50% |
| Singapore | $553K | 17% |
| Hong Kong | $501K | 15% |
| France | $286K | 8.8% |
| Saudi Arabia | $149K | 4.6% |
| South Africa | $76K | 2.3% |
| Uganda | $32K | 1% |
| Falkland Isds (Malvinas) | $16K | 0.5% |
| Ireland | $10K | 0.3% |
| Italy | $3K | 0.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $107.22 per kg, 59% above the world average of $67.34. 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.
Alkaloid medicaments (bulk) imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported alkaloid medicaments (bulk) worth $1.6 million (85 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Most of the value came from United States (48%), Denmark (13%), Guyana (12%). Among the main suppliers, United States grew fastest (+123% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $787K | 48% |
| Denmark | $210K | 13% |
| Guyana | $194K | 12% |
| Romania | $193K | 12% |
| Cyprus | $183K | 11% |
| India | $38K | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $10K | 0.6% |
| Slovakia | $9K | 0.6% |
| South Africa | $3K | 0.2% |
| Ireland | $2K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom alkaloid medicaments (bulk) exports (HS 3003.49): 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 3003.49: Medicaments: containing alkaloids or their derivatives: other than ephedrine, pseudoephedrine (INN) or norephedrine or their salts: for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not packaged for retail sale).
Common questions
What is the value of alkaloid medicaments (bulk) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported alkaloid medicaments (bulk) worth $3.2 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 30 tonnes. That ranks it 9th of 70 countries worldwide, with 2% of world exports. The value was up 9% on 2023.
Which countries buy alkaloid medicaments (bulk) from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 50% of the value ($1.6 million), followed by Singapore (17%) and Hong Kong (15%). The top three together account for 82%, out of 16 buyer countries in total. Singapore grew fastest among the top ten, up 374% on the year.
What is the average export price of alkaloid medicaments (bulk) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $107.22 per kg in 2024, 59% above the world average of $67.34 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of alkaloid medicaments (bulk) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $6.6 million in 2017 to $3.2 million in 2024, a fall of 51%. The peak was 2018 at $294.7 million. Over 8 years the average was $44.9 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import alkaloid medicaments (bulk)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $1.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the United States, Denmark and Guyana. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for alkaloid medicaments (bulk)?
The HS code for alkaloid medicaments (bulk) is subheading 3003.49. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3003 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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