Chemical contraceptives imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of chemical contraceptives by the United Kingdom reached $66.4 million in 2024 (390 tonnes). That makes it the 7th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 201 countries. That is 10% more than in 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable.
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 | $66.4M | 390 t |
| 2023 | $60.2M | 386 t |
| 2022 | $59.2M | 381 t |
| 2021 | $35.2M | 188 t |
| 2020 | $57.2M | 276 t |
| 2019 | $79.9M | 260 t |
| 2018 | $56.9M | 500 t |
| 2017 | $59.6M | 517 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports chemical contraceptives from
The largest suppliers were Hungary (34%), Netherlands (29%), Germany (13%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+44% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $22.3M | 34% |
| Netherlands | $19.2M | 29% |
| Germany | $8.9M | 14% |
| Spain | $4.3M | 6.5% |
| Belgium | $4.1M | 6.2% |
| India | $3.7M | 5.5% |
| Australia | $1.5M | 2.2% |
| France | $1.4M | 2.2% |
| Portugal | $703K | 1.1% |
| Ireland | $110K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $170.22 per kg, close to the world average of $155.10.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Chemical contraceptives exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported chemical contraceptives worth $4.0 million (58 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were New Zealand (39%), United States (29%), Canada (9%). Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest (+67% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | $1.6M | 39% |
| United States | $1.2M | 29% |
| Canada | $356K | 8.8% |
| Australia | $164K | 4.1% |
| Japan | $162K | 4% |
| Malaysia | $105K | 2.6% |
| Netherlands | $104K | 2.6% |
| Mozambique | $69K | 1.7% |
| Bermuda | $56K | 1.4% |
| Cayman Isds | $31K | 0.8% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom chemical contraceptives imports (HS 3006.60): 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 3006.60: Pharmaceutical goods: chemical contraceptive preparations based on hormones, on other products of heading 2937 or on spermicides.
Common questions
What is the value of chemical contraceptives imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported chemical contraceptives worth $66.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 390 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 201 countries worldwide, with 2% of world imports. The value was up 10% on 2023.
Which countries supply chemical contraceptives to the United Kingdom?
Hungary was the largest supplier with 34% of the value ($22.3 million), followed by the Netherlands (29%) and Germany (13%). The top three together account for 76%, out of 22 supplier countries in total. Portugal grew fastest among the top ten, up 196% on the year.
What is the average import price of chemical contraceptives per kg?
The average declared import value was about $170.22 per kg in 2024, 10% above the world average of $155.10 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of chemical contraceptives to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $59.6 million in 2017 to $66.4 million in 2024, an increase of 11%. The peak was 2019 at $79.9 million. Over 8 years the average was $59.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export chemical contraceptives?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $4.0 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly to New Zealand, the United States and Canada. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $62.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for chemical contraceptives?
The HS code for chemical contraceptives is subheading 3006.60. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3006 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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