Insulin imports in the United Kingdom: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported insulin worth $2.1 million (1 tonnes). That is 20% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 9% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2018, at $6.2 million.
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 | $2.1M | 1 t |
| 2023 | $2.6M | 2 t |
| 2022 | $3.1M | 1 t |
| 2021 | $5.3M | 1 t |
| 2020 | $2.9M | 6 t |
| 2019 | $2.6M | 5 t |
| 2018 | $6.2M | 0 t |
| 2017 | $1.2M | 2 t |
Where the United Kingdom imports insulin from
Most of the value came from United Arab Emirates (38%), Denmark (25%), United States (20%). Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | $796K | 38% |
| Denmark | $534K | 25% |
| United States | $412K | 20% |
| India | $192K | 9.1% |
| Malaysia | $56K | 2.6% |
| Belgium | $45K | 2.1% |
| Germany | $28K | 1.3% |
| Australia | $25K | 1.2% |
| Poland | $12K | 0.6% |
| China | $5K | 0.2% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,506.79 per kg, 78% below the world average of $6,928.83, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Insulin exports from the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom exported insulin worth $860 thousand (1 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Sweden (44%), Denmark (16%), Cayman Isds (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Ireland grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Sweden | $380K | 44% |
| Denmark | $137K | 16% |
| Cayman Isds | $120K | 14% |
| United States | $78K | 9.1% |
| Spain | $63K | 7.4% |
| Ireland | $61K | 7% |
| Germany | $10K | 1.2% |
| France | $4K | 0.4% |
| Poland | $3K | 0.3% |
| Qatar | $2K | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom insulin imports (HS 2937.12): 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 2937.12: Polypeptide hormones, protein hormones and glycoprotein hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues: insulin and its salts.
Common questions
What is the value of insulin imported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom imported insulin worth $2.1 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1 tonnes. That ranks it 25th of 108 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was down 20% on 2023.
Which countries supply insulin to the United Kingdom?
The United Arab Emirates was the largest supplier with 38% of the value ($796 thousand), followed by Denmark (25%) and the United States (20%). The top three together account for 83%, out of 15 supplier countries in total. Denmark grew fastest among the top ten, up 91% on the year.
What is the average import price of insulin per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1,506.79 per kg in 2024, 78% below the world average of $6,928.83 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have imports of insulin to the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Imports went from $1.2 million in 2017 to $2.1 million in 2024, an increase of 80%. The peak was 2018 at $6.2 million. Over 8 years the average was $3.2 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also export insulin?
Yes. The United Kingdom exported $860 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to Sweden, Denmark and Cayman Isds. On balance the United Kingdom is a net importer of this product, by about $1.2 million a year.
What is the HS code for insulin?
The HS code for insulin is subheading 2937.12. 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?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for the United Kingdom, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
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