Prosthetic body parts exports from the United Kingdom: data, top buyers and prices
The United Kingdom exported $1.03 billion of prosthetic body parts in 2024 (1.5 thousand tonnes). It ranks 5th of 117 countries for exports of this product. That is 3% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 13% 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 | $1.03B | 1.5K t |
| 2023 | $998.7M | 1.5K t |
| 2022 | $779.1M | 1.2K t |
| 2021 | $688.6M | 1.1K t |
| 2020 | $575.7M | 992 t |
| 2019 | $639.1M | 1.0K t |
| 2018 | $556.7M | 943 t |
| 2017 | $441.0M | 990 t |
Where the United Kingdom exports prosthetic body parts to
The largest buyer markets were United States (38%), Belgium (25%), Netherlands (10%).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $388.9M | 38% |
| Belgium | $255.1M | 25% |
| Netherlands | $104.6M | 10% |
| Germany | $67.6M | 6.6% |
| Ireland | $59.0M | 5.7% |
| Australia | $33.3M | 3.2% |
| France | $21.9M | 2.1% |
| China | $17.9M | 1.7% |
| Poland | $11.6M | 1.1% |
| Switzerland | $10.8M | 1.1% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $667.38 per kg, close to the world average of $713.27.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Prosthetic body parts imports to the United Kingdom
Imports of prosthetic body parts by the United Kingdom reached $787.1 million in 2024 (1.4 thousand tonnes). That makes it the 5th largest importer of this product worldwide, out of 186 countries. One supplier dominates: Ireland accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, France grew fastest (+53% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | $412.2M | 52% |
| United States | $161.4M | 21% |
| Germany | $68.4M | 8.7% |
| France | $43.6M | 5.5% |
| Italy | $28.1M | 3.6% |
| Belgium | $19.1M | 2.4% |
| Switzerland | $18.9M | 2.4% |
| Netherlands | $14.5M | 1.8% |
| China | $8.0M | 1% |
| Iceland | $2.4M | 0.3% |
Who is behind these numbers in the United Kingdom?
The shipment records behind United Kingdom prosthetic body parts exports (HS 9021.31): 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 9021.31: Artificial parts of the body.
Common questions
What is the value of prosthetic body parts exported by the United Kingdom?
The United Kingdom exported prosthetic body parts worth $1.03 billion in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 1.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 5th of 117 countries worldwide, with 8% of world exports. The value was up 3% on 2023.
Which countries buy prosthetic body parts from the United Kingdom?
The United States was the largest buyer with 38% of the value ($388.9 million), followed by Belgium (25%) and the Netherlands (10%). The top three together account for 73%, out of 92 buyer countries in total. Poland grew fastest among the top ten, up 59% on the year.
What is the average export price of prosthetic body parts per kg?
The average declared export value was about $667.38 per kg in 2024, 6% below the world average of $713.27 per kg. Because it averages all grades and sizes, treat the figure as a market benchmark, not a price offer.
How have exports of prosthetic body parts from the United Kingdom changed since 2017?
Exports went from $441.0 million in 2017 to $1.03 billion in 2024, an increase of 134%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $713.6 million a year.
Does the United Kingdom also import prosthetic body parts?
Yes. The United Kingdom imported $787.1 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Ireland, the United States and Germany. On balance the United Kingdom is a net exporter of this product, by about $243.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for prosthetic body parts?
The HS code for prosthetic body parts is subheading 9021.31. It sits in HS chapter 90 (optical, photographic, cinematographic, measuring, checking, medical or surgical instruments and apparatus; parts and accessories). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 9021 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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