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India to United Kingdom Trade Data (FY2024)

Source: DGFT / Ministry of Commerce public statistics

India Exports

$11.4B

India Imports

$8.1B

Trade Balance

+$3.3B

YoY Growth

+12.3%

Top Indian Exports to United Kingdom

ProductValue (USD)
Textiles & Apparel$1.9B
Gems & Jewellery$1.6B
Pharmaceuticals$1.2B
Engineering Goods$1.1B
Food & Spices$0.8B

Key Facts

India-UK FTA negotiations ongoing — expected to reduce tariffs by 20-30%

UK is India's 6th largest export market in Europe

Indian textile exporters supply 15% of UK's apparel imports

1.8 million Indian diaspora in UK — strong cultural trade links

How British buyers source from India via diipl

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Submit requirement

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Frequently asked questions: India to United Kingdom trade

What does India export to the United Kingdom?▾
India's top exports to the UK include textiles & apparel ($1.9B), gems & jewellery ($1.6B), pharmaceuticals ($1.2B), engineering goods ($1.1B), and food products including spices ($0.8B). Trade grew 12.3% YoY in FY2024.
Is there an India-UK Free Trade Agreement?▾
India and the UK are actively negotiating a comprehensive FTA (started Jan 2022). The agreement is expected to reduce tariffs by 20-30% on key goods including textiles, food, and engineering products. Currently, most goods face UK Global Tariff rates.
How can British importers find Indian suppliers?▾
Register free on diipl as an international buyer. Post your requirements and our team matches you with GSTIN-verified Indian MSME exporters. We handle supplier verification, and our catalog managers facilitate introductions and meetings.
What certifications do Indian exporters need for UK market?▾
Depending on the product: CE marking (being replaced by UKCA), REACH compliance for chemicals, BRC certification for food products, ISO standards for engineering goods, and GMP for pharmaceuticals. diipl's verified exporters list their certifications on profile.
What is the shipping time from India to the UK?▾
Sea freight takes 18-25 days from Indian ports (Mumbai/JNPT, Chennai) to UK ports (Felixstowe, Southampton). Air freight takes 2-3 days. Post-Brexit, UK customs requires separate declarations from EU — plan for 1-2 extra days for clearance.

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