Corticosteroid medicines (packaged) exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported corticosteroid medicines (packaged) worth $1.29 billion (5.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 3rd of 115 countries for exports of this product. Value rose 7% on 2023. Across 2017-2024 the long-run trend was broadly stable. The peak in this period was 2018, at $1.66 billion.
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 | $1.29B | 5.5K t |
| 2023 | $1.20B | 4.6K t |
| 2022 | $1.32B | 4.7K t |
| 2021 | $1.28B | 4.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.23B | 6.0K t |
| 2019 | $1.34B | 5.8K t |
| 2018 | $1.66B | 5.4K t |
| 2017 | $1.60B | 5.4K t |
Where the United Kingdom exports corticosteroid medicines (packaged) to
Most of it went to France (31%), Japan (19%), United States (11%). Among the main buyer markets, China grew fastest (+229% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $398.0M | 31% |
| Japan | $239.4M | 19% |
| United States | $140.9M | 11% |
| China | $71.0M | 5.5% |
| Australia | $42.4M | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $35.5M | 2.8% |
| South Korea | $28.0M | 2.2% |
| Germany | $24.7M | 1.9% |
| Russia | $22.3M | 1.7% |
| Saudi Arabia | $20.2M | 1.6% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $231.76 per kg, 68% above the world average of $137.60. 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 medicines (packaged) imports to the United Kingdom
The United Kingdom imported $523.2 million of corticosteroid medicines (packaged) in 2024 (2.6 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 212 countries. The largest suppliers were France (28%), Italy (22%), Sweden (16%). Among the main suppliers, Greece grew fastest (+108% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $144.0M | 28% |
| Italy | $117.4M | 22% |
| Sweden | $84.8M | 16% |
| Ireland | $49.2M | 9.4% |
| Germany | $23.6M | 4.5% |
| Spain | $22.3M | 4.3% |
| Belgium | $16.9M | 3.2% |
| India | $15.5M | 3% |
| Greece | $9.7M | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | $8.6M | 1.7% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom corticosteroid medicines (packaged) exports (HS 3004.32): 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 3004.32: Medicaments: containing corticosteroid hormones, their derivatives or structural analogues (but not containing antibiotics), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.
Common questions
What is the value of corticosteroid medicines (packaged) exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported corticosteroid medicines (packaged) worth $1.29 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 5.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 3rd of 115 countries worldwide, with 12% of world exports. The value was up 7% on 2023.
Which countries buy corticosteroid medicines (packaged) from the United Kingdom?
France was the largest buyer with 31% of the value ($398.0 million), followed by Japan (19%) and the United States (11%). The top three together account for 61%, out of 108 buyer countries in total. China grew fastest among the top ten, up 229% on the year.
What is the average export price of corticosteroid medicines (packaged) per kg?
The average declared export value was about $231.76 per kg in 2024, 68% above the world average of $137.60 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of corticosteroid medicines (packaged) from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $1.60 billion in 2017 to $1.29 billion in 2024, a fall of 20%. The peak was 2018 at $1.66 billion. Over 8 years the average was $1.36 billion a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import corticosteroid medicines (packaged)?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $523.2 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from France, Italy and Sweden. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $762.8 million a year.
What is the HS code for corticosteroid medicines (packaged)?
The HS code for corticosteroid medicines (packaged) is subheading 3004.32. It sits in HS chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 3004 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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