Prostaglandins and related compounds exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of prostaglandins and related compounds by the United Kingdom reached $13.4 million in 2024 (9 tonnes). It ranks 7th of 49 countries for exports of this product. That is 35% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 14% a year on average.
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 | $13.4M | 9 t |
| 2023 | $10.0M | 11 t |
| 2022 | $11.0M | 37 t |
| 2021 | $10.3M | 7 t |
| 2020 | $7.0M | 9 t |
| 2019 | $4.9M | 4 t |
| 2018 | $10.4M | 5 t |
| 2017 | $5.3M | 4 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports prostaglandins and related compounds to
The largest buyer markets were India (34%), Pakistan (16%), Vietnam (14%). Among the main buyer markets, Vietnam grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| India | $4.5M | 34% |
| Pakistan | $2.1M | 16% |
| Vietnam | $1.9M | 14% |
| Germany | $1.2M | 9% |
| United States | $1.1M | 8.2% |
| Bangladesh | $917K | 6.8% |
| Australia | $398K | 3% |
| France | $366K | 2.7% |
| Indonesia | $311K | 2.3% |
| China | $168K | 1.3% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1,527.03 per kg, 76% below the world average of $6,272.66, 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.
Prostaglandins and related compounds imports to the United Kingdom
In 2024, the United Kingdom imported prostaglandins and related compounds worth $4.8 million (0 tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. One supplier dominates: Hungary accounted for 66% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Czech Republic grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Hungary | $3.2M | 66% |
| Japan | $694K | 14% |
| United States | $483K | 10% |
| Czech Republic | $359K | 7.5% |
| Taiwan | $33K | 0.7% |
| Switzerland | $14K | 0.3% |
| Germany | $11K | 0.2% |
| Singapore | $7K | 0.1% |
| Netherlands | $5K | 0.1% |
| Ireland | $5K | 0.1% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom prostaglandins and related compounds exports (HS 2937.50): 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 2937.50: Prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, their derivatives and structural analogues.
Common questions
What is the value of prostaglandins and related compounds exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported prostaglandins and related compounds worth $13.4 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 9 tonnes. That ranks it 7th of 49 countries worldwide, with 4% of world exports. The value was up 35% on 2023.
Which countries buy prostaglandins and related compounds from the United Kingdom?
India was the largest buyer with 34% of the value ($4.5 million), followed by Pakistan (16%) and Vietnam (14%). The top three together account for 63%, out of 31 buyer countries in total. Bangladesh grew fastest among the top ten, up 497% on the year.
What is the average export price of prostaglandins and related compounds per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1,527.03 per kg in 2024, 76% below the world average of $6,272.66 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of prostaglandins and related compounds from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $5.3 million in 2017 to $13.4 million in 2024, an increase of 153%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $9.0 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import prostaglandins and related compounds?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $4.8 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Hungary, Japan and the United States. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $8.6 million a year.
What is the HS code for prostaglandins and related compounds?
The HS code for prostaglandins and related compounds is subheading 2937.50. 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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