Corticosteroid hormones imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
Imports of corticosteroid hormones by the United Kingdom reached $2.5 million in 2024 (3 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. Value rose 22% on 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 | $2.5M | 3 t |
| 2023 | $2.1M | 2 t |
| 2022 | $2.2M | 3 t |
| 2021 | $1.5M | 2 t |
| 2020 | $3.0M | 13 t |
| 2019 | $2.3M | 2 t |
| 2018 | $2.1M | 3 t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 4 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports corticosteroid hormones from
The largest suppliers were Spain (25%), France (23%), Germany (18%). Among the main suppliers, Germany grew fastest (+635% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Spain | $613K | 25% |
| France | $585K | 23% |
| Germany | $462K | 19% |
| China | $397K | 16% |
| United States | $377K | 15% |
| Ireland | $22K | 0.9% |
| Netherlands | $19K | 0.8% |
| Switzerland | $10K | 0.4% |
| Belgium | $4K | 0.2% |
| Canada | $2K | 0.1% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $960.50 per kg, 140% above the world average of $400.74. 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.
Corticosteroid hormones exports from the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom exported $887 thousand of corticosteroid hormones in 2024 (4 tonnes). China alone took 55% of it. Among the main buyer markets, United States grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $486K | 55% |
| United States | $122K | 14% |
| Ireland | $119K | 13% |
| Netherlands | $115K | 13% |
| United Arab Emirates | $15K | 1.7% |
| Singapore | $12K | 1.4% |
| India | $5K | 0.6% |
| Germany | $3K | 0.4% |
| Japan | $2K | 0.2% |
| Costa Rica | $2K | 0.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom corticosteroid hormones imports (HS 2937.21): 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 2937.21: Steroidal hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues: cortisone, hydrocortisone, prednisone (dehydrocortisone) and prednisolone (dehydrohydrocortisone).
Common questions
What is the value of corticosteroid hormones imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported corticosteroid hormones worth $2.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 3 tonnes. That ranks it 23rd of 154 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 22% on 2023.
Which countries supply corticosteroid hormones to the United Kingdom?
Spain was the largest supplier with 25% of the value ($613 thousand), followed by France (23%) and Germany (18%). The top three together account for 66%, out of 14 supplier countries in total. The Netherlands grew fastest among the top ten, up 868% on the year.
What is the average import price of corticosteroid hormones per kg?
The average declared import value was about $960.50 per kg in 2024, 140% above the world average of $400.74 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of corticosteroid hormones to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $2.5 million in 2024, a fall of 12%. The peak was 2020 at $3.0 million. Over 8 years the average was $2.3 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export corticosteroid hormones?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $887 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to China, the United States and Ireland. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for corticosteroid hormones?
The HS code for corticosteroid hormones is subheading 2937.21. It sits in HS chapter 29 (organic chemicals). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2937 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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