In 2023, the UK imported approximately 4.5 million kilograms of first-aid boxes and kits. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady increase in imports, starting from 4.62 million kilograms in 2024 and reaching about 5.41 million kilograms by 2028. Year-on-year growth is anticipated at around 4.4% for 2024–2025, declining slightly to 3.9% by 2027–2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the 5-year period is approximately 3.9%.

Future trends to watch include:

The impact of increased domestic production capabilities, potentially reducing dependency on imports.
Market demand shifts driven by consumer health awareness or regulatory changes.
Trade policy changes surrounding Brexit which might affect import cost and logistics.