India to Philippines: Ceftazidime Export Trade Route
India has recorded 31 verified shipments of Ceftazidime exported to Philippines, representing a combined trade value of $352.3K USD. This corridor is served by 15 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $11.4K USD. The leading Indian exporter is KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LTD, which accounts for 19% of total export value with 2 shipments worth $65.3K USD. On the buying side, NELPA LIFESCIENCES INCKM is the largest importer in Philippines with $65.3K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LTD, YELURI FORMULATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED, KILITCH DRUGS (INDIA) LIMITED. — together control 51% of total trade value on this route. All data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records. Values reported in FOB USD.
Route Intelligence Overview
The India to Philippines Ceftazidime corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 31 shipments documented worth a combined $352.3K USD. The route is dominated by KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LTD, which alone accounts for roughly 19% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's ceftazidime manufacturing sector.
Across 15 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $11.4K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 70% of all shipments, consistent with ceftazidime's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 31 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 26.5%, placing it at rank #9 among India's top ceftazidime export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian ceftazidime in Philippines include NELPA LIFESCIENCES INCKM, TO THE ORDER, MEDINOVA PHARMACEUTICAL INC, and 14 others. NELPA LIFESCIENCES INCKM is the single largest importer with 2 shipments valued at $65.3K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit31 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portDELHI AIR
Market Position
- Global rank#9
- Annual growth+26.5%
- Demand growth+24.2%
- Regulatory ease71/100
Top 10 Indian Ceftazidime Exporters to Philippines
Showing top 10 of 15 Indian suppliers exporting Ceftazidime to Philippines, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LTD Avg $32.7K per shipment | 2 | $65.3K | 18.5% |
| 2 | YELURI FORMULATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $11.6K per shipment | 5 | $57.8K | 16.4% |
| 3 | KILITCH DRUGS (INDIA) LIMITED. Avg $18.9K per shipment | 3 | $56.6K | 16.1% |
| 4 | KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LIMITED Avg $38.4K per shipment | 1 | $38.4K | 10.9% |
| 5 | BRAWN LABORATORIES LIMITED Avg $4.7K per shipment | 5 | $23.6K | 6.7% |
| 6 | ANANTA MEDICARE LIMITED Avg $6.1K per shipment | 3 | $18.4K | 5.2% |
| 7 | SCOTT-EDIL ADVANCE RESEARCH LABORATORIES AND EDUCATION Avg $18.0K per shipment | 1 | $18.0K | 5.1% |
| 8 | VHB MEDI SCIENCES LIMITED Avg $15.0K per shipment | 1 | $15.0K | 4.3% |
| 9 | THEON PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $7.2K per shipment | 2 | $14.4K | 4.1% |
| 10 | SARVA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $3.9K per shipment | 3 | $11.6K | 3.3% |
This table shows the top 10 of 15 Indian companies exporting ceftazidime to Philippines, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LTD, YELURI FORMULATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED, KILITCH DRUGS (INDIA) LIMITED., KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LIMITED, BRAWN LABORATORIES LIMITED, ANANTA MEDICARE LIMITED, SCOTT-EDIL ADVANCE RESEARCH LABORATORIES AND EDUCATION, VHB MEDI SCIENCES LIMITED, THEON PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, SARVA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED. KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LTD is the dominant supplier with 2 shipments worth $65.3K USD, giving it a 19% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 51% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 15 total Indian exporters on the India to Philippines Ceftazidime export route.
Top 10 Ceftazidime Importers in Philippines
Showing top 10 of 17 known buyers in Philippines receiving Ceftazidime shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian ceftazidime in Philippines include NELPA LIFESCIENCES INCKM, TO THE ORDER, MEDINOVA PHARMACEUTICAL INC,, To The Order, AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, among 17 total buyers. The largest importer is NELPA LIFESCIENCES INCKM, accounting for $65.3K USD across 2 shipments — representing 19% of all ceftazidime imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NELPA LIFESCIENCES INCKM | 2 | $65.3K | 18.5% |
| 2 | TO THE ORDER | 2 | $51.3K | 14.6% |
| 3 | MEDINOVA PHARMACEUTICAL INC, | 4 | $50.8K | 14.4% |
| 4 | To The Order | 1 | $38.4K | 10.9% |
| 5 | AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION | 5 | $23.6K | 6.7% |
| 6 | MEDINOVA PHARMACEUTICAL INC. | 3 | $18.4K | 5.2% |
| 7 | PHARMAKON BIOTEC INC | 1 | $18.0K | 5.1% |
| 8 | BRADY PHARMA INC | 1 | $15.0K | 4.3% |
| 9 | GREEN CORE PHARMA INC | 2 | $14.5K | 4.1% |
| 10 | PRANISH INC | 3 | $11.6K | 3.3% |
Showing top 10 of 17 Ceftazidime importers in Philippines on this route.
Top 10 Ceftazidime Formulations Imported by Philippines
Showing top 10 of 21 product formulations shipped on the India to Philippines Ceftazidime route, ranked by trade value
Philippines imports a wide range of ceftazidime formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — PHARMCEUTICAL PRODUCTS- CEFTAZISAPH ( CEFTAZIDIME AS PENTAHYDRATE FOR INJECTIONUSP 1 GM ) ( PACK SIZE BOX OF 1 VIAL ) — accounts for $51.3K USD across 2 shipments. There are 21 distinct product descriptions in the dataset, reflecting the variety of dosage forms and strengths imported.
| Rank | Product Formulation | Shipments | Trade Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PHARMCEUTICAL PRODUCTS- CEFTAZISAPH ( CEFTAZIDIME AS PENTAHYDRATE FOR INJECTIONUSP 1 GM ) ( PACK SIZE BOX OF 1 VIAL ) | 2 | $51.3K | 14.6% |
| 2 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS CEFTAZISAPH CEFTAZIDIME AS PENTAHYDRATE FOR INJECTIONUSP 1GM PACK SIZE BOX OF 1 VIAL | 1 | $38.4K | 10.9% |
| 3 | NOVAZIDIME (CEFTAZIDIME FOR INJECTION USP 1000MG) | 1 | $35.3K | 10.0% |
| 4 | PHARMCEUTICAL PRODUCTS- CEFTAZISAPH CEFTAZIDIME AS PENTAHYDRATE FOR INJECTION USP 1GM PACK SIZE BOX OF 1 VIAL | 1 | $32.9K | 9.3% |
| 5 | PHARMCEUTICAL PRODUCTS- CEFTAZISAPH CEFTAZIDIME AS PENTAHYDRATE FOR INJECTION USP 1GM PACK SIZE BOX OF 1 VIAL | 1 | $32.4K | 9.2% |
| 6 | CEFTAZIDIME WITH SODIUM CARBONATE USP)MEDTAZIME,POWDER FOR SOLUTION FOR 1G IN VIAL NO1,B.NO:55240101,MFG DT:1/24,E-12/26VLS | 3 | $18.4K | 5.2% |
| 7 | PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS FORMULATION CEFTAZIDIME FOR INJECTION 1000MG(B.NO.1613Z003 MFG & EXP DT:03/2023 & 02/2025) | 1 | $18.0K | 5.1% |
| 8 | EACH VIAL CONTS.CEFTAZIDIME USP(AS PENTA | 4 | $18.0K | 5.1% |
| 9 | NOVAZIDIME (CEFTAZIDIME FOR INJECTION USP 1000MG)VLS | 3 | $15.5K | 4.4% |
| 10 | CEFTAZIDIME FOR INJECTION USP FOTARAN 1G | 1 | $15.0K | 4.3% |
Showing top 10 of 21 Ceftazidime formulations imported by Philippines on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 70%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
DELHI AIR handles the highest volume with 8 shipments. Transit time averages 31 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's ceftazidime exports to Philippines are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LTD with 2 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 15 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Philippines benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LTD, YELURI FORMULATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED, KILITCH DRUGS (INDIA) LIMITED. — together account for 51% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $11.4K USD reflects a mix of bulk commercial orders and smaller specialty shipments.
Beyond the primary product category, shipments on this route include closely related formulations such as pharmaceutical products ceftazisaph ceftazidime as pentahydrate for injectionusp 1gm pack size box of 1 vial and novazidime (ceftazidime for injection usp 1000mg), suggesting that buyers in Philippines tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, NELPA LIFESCIENCES INCKM is the largest importer with 2 shipments worth $65.3K USD — representing 19% of all ceftazidime imports from India on this route. A total of 17 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $352.3K
- Avg. Shipment
- $11.4K
- Suppliers
- 15
- Buyers
- 17
- Transit (Sea)
- ~31 days
- Annual Growth
- +26.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Philippines Ceftazidime Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Ceftazidime to Philippines?
The leading Indian exporters of Ceftazidime to Philippines are KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LTD, YELURI FORMULATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED, KILITCH DRUGS (INDIA) LIMITED.. KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 19% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Ceftazidime exports from India to Philippines?
India exports Ceftazidime to Philippines worth approximately $352.3K USD across 31 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $11.4K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Ceftazidime to Philippines?
The most active port of origin is DELHI AIR with 8 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 70% of shipments going by sea and 19% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Philippines for Ceftazidime?
The average transit time for Ceftazidime shipments from India to Philippines is approximately 31 days. Sea freight typically takes longer, while air freight can reduce this significantly for urgent orders. Peak shipping activity is observed during July–September.
Q Is the India to Philippines Ceftazidime trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 26.5% with demand growth tracking at 24.2%. The route is ranked #9 among India's top Ceftazidime export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Philippines Ceftazidime route?
There are currently 15 active Indian suppliers exporting Ceftazidime to Philippines. The market is moderately concentrated with KILITCH DRUGS INDIA LTD accounting for 19% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Ceftazidime from India in Philippines?
The leading importers of Indian Ceftazidime in Philippines include NELPA LIFESCIENCES INCKM, TO THE ORDER, MEDINOVA PHARMACEUTICAL INC,, To The Order, AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION. NELPA LIFESCIENCES INCKM is the largest buyer with 2 shipments worth $65.3K USD.
Official References & Regulatory Resources
- India Trade Statistics (DGFT)
- Invest India — Pharma Sector
- WCO HS Nomenclature
- Ministry of Commerce — Pharma Exports
- Pharmexcil
Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) records. Verify regulatory and trade status with the agencies above.
Research Methodology & Data Transparency
Suresh Sormare
Verified AuthorPharmaceutical Export-Import Analyst & Trade Intelligence Expert
Suresh Sormare is a pharmaceutical export-import analyst with deep expertise in Indian Customs (DGFT) data, HS code classification, and global pharmaceutical supply chains. His analysis covers 10M+ shipment records across 150+ countries and is used by manufacturers, procurement agencies, and trade consultants worldwide. Suresh specializes in identifying verified suppliers and buyers from customs records, mapping bilateral pharmaceutical trade corridors, analyzing tariff structures and regulatory frameworks across 170+ destination markets, and benchmarking competitive positioning for finished pharmaceutical formulations. His methodology combines granular customs transaction data with regulatory intelligence from FDA, EMA, WHO, CDSCO, and 40+ national drug authorities to deliver actionable trade insights for the pharmaceutical formulations sector.
linkedin.com/in/sureshsormarePrimary Data Source
All trade data is sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) official shipping bill records — the authoritative government database for India's pharmaceutical trade. Each verified record contains exporter name, consignee (buyer) name, detailed product description, quantity, declared FOB value (USD), port of loading, destination country, and shipment date.
Analysis Methodology
- 1.Route Identification: India to Philippines export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Ceftazidime.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 15 Indian exporters and 17 importers in Philippines matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 31 verified shipping bill records. Values are FOB in USD.
- 4.Market Share Analysis: Each supplier and buyer contribution calculated as a percentage of total route value. Statistical normalization applied to ensure accurate representation across varying shipment sizes.
Government-Sourced Data
Official DGFT customs records
Transparent Methodology
Calculations fully disclosed above
31 Verified Shipments
15 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists