Antibiotic medicaments (bulk) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of antibiotic medicaments (bulk) by the United Kingdom reached $22.7 million in 2024 (316 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest exporter of this product worldwide, out of 96 countries. Value fell 8% from 2023. Over 2017-2024 it shrank by about 7% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $47.5 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 | $22.7M | 316 t |
| 2023 | $24.8M | 394 t |
| 2022 | $13.1M | 352 t |
| 2021 | $26.8M | 403 t |
| 2020 | $38.3M | 701 t |
| 2019 | $46.0M | 767 t |
| 2018 | $47.5M | 868 t |
| 2017 | $37.6M | 776 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports antibiotic medicaments (bulk) to
One buyer market dominates: United States accounted for 62% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Somalia grew fastest (+353% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $14.0M | 62% |
| South Korea | $3.9M | 17% |
| Somalia | $1.4M | 6.1% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 4.7% |
| Tunisia | $431K | 1.9% |
| Ireland | $379K | 1.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $339K | 1.5% |
| Libya | $327K | 1.4% |
| India | $242K | 1.1% |
| Vietnam | $234K | 1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $72.03 per kg, 267% above the world average of $19.63. 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.
Antibiotic medicaments (bulk) imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of antibiotic medicaments (bulk) by the United Kingdom reached $7.4 million in 2024 (102 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. China alone supplied 55% of it. Among the main suppliers, Ireland grew fastest (+864% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $4.1M | 55% |
| United States | $2.6M | 36% |
| France | $259K | 3.5% |
| Ireland | $250K | 3.4% |
| India | $110K | 1.5% |
| Netherlands | $28K | 0.4% |
| South Africa | $14K | 0.2% |
| Slovenia | $14K | 0.2% |
| Belgium | $6K | 0.1% |
| Greece | $4K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom antibiotic medicaments (bulk) exports (HS 3003.20): 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 3003.20: Medicaments: containing antibiotics other than penicillins, streptomycins and their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale).
Common questions
What is the value of antibiotic medicaments (bulk) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported antibiotic medicaments (bulk) worth $22.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 316 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 96 countries worldwide, with 3% of world exports. The value was down 8% on 2023.
Which countries buy antibiotic medicaments (bulk) from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 62% of the value ($14.0 million), followed by South Korea (17%) and Somalia (6%). The top three together account for 85%, out of 36 buyer countries in total. Somalia grew fastest among the top ten, up 353% on the year.
What is the average export price of antibiotic medicaments (bulk) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $72.03 per kg in 2024, 267% above the world average of $19.63 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of antibiotic medicaments (bulk) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $37.6 million in 2017 to $22.7 million in 2024, a fall of 39%. The peak was 2018 at $47.5 million. Over 8 years the average was $32.1 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import antibiotic medicaments (bulk)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $7.4 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from China, the United States and France. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $15.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for antibiotic medicaments (bulk)?
The HS code for antibiotic medicaments (bulk) is subheading 3003.20. 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?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom. Tell us your product to see it live.
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