Australia to India: Ephedrine Import Trade Route
India has recorded 1 verified shipments of Ephedrine imported from Australia, representing a combined trade value of $524 USD. This corridor is served by 1 active Australia exporters, with an average shipment value of $524 USD. The leading Australia supplier is APOTEX PTY LTD , which accounts for 100% of total import value with 1 shipments worth $524 USD. On the buying side, VERGO PHARMA RESEARCH LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED is the largest Indian importer with $524 USD in purchases. All data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill of entry records. Values reported in FOB USD.

Route Intelligence Overview
The Australia to India Ephedrine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical import routes from Australia, with 1 shipments documented worth a combined $524 USD. The route is dominated by APOTEX PTY LTD , which alone accounts for roughly 100% of all import value, reflecting the consolidated nature of Australia's ephedrine export sector.
Across 1 active Australia suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $524 USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 71% of all shipments, consistent with ephedrine's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during October–December, with an average transit time of 29 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 28.8%, placing it at rank #15 among India's top ephedrine import origins globally.
On the Indian buyer side, key Indian importers include VERGO PHARMA RESEARCH LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED . VERGO PHARMA RESEARCH LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED is the single largest Indian importer with 1 shipments valued at $524 USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit29 days
- Peak seasonQ4
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top port of entryN?A
Market Position
- Global rank#15
- Annual growth+28.8%
- Demand growth+24.2%
- Regulatory ease72/100
Top 10 Ephedrine Exporters from Australia to India
Showing top 10 of 1 Australia suppliers exporting Ephedrine to India, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Australia Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | APOTEX PTY LTD Avg $524 per shipment | 1 | $524 | 100.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 1 Australia companies exporting ephedrine to India, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: APOTEX PTY LTD . APOTEX PTY LTD is the dominant supplier with 1 shipments worth $524 USD, giving it a 100% market share.
Top 10 Indian Ephedrine Importers from Australia
Showing top 10 of 1 known Indian buyers receiving Ephedrine shipments from Australia, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading Indian importers of Australia ephedrine include VERGO PHARMA RESEARCH LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED . The largest importer is VERGO PHARMA RESEARCH LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED , accounting for $524 USD across 1 shipments — representing 100% of all ephedrine imports from Australia on this route.
| Rank | Indian Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VERGO PHARMA RESEARCH LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED | 1 | $524 | 100.0% |
Top 10 Ephedrine Formulations Imported from Australia
Showing top 10 of 1 product formulations shipped on the Australia to India Ephedrine route, ranked by trade value
India imports a wide range of ephedrine formulations from Australia, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — DAY & NIGHT TABLETS Day: PARACETAMOL 500mg+ PSEUDOEPHEDRINEHYDROCHLORIDE 30mg(400 TABLETS) NIGHT: PARACETAMOL 500mg+ — accounts for $524 USD across 1 shipments. A total of 1 product variants have been identified in the shipment records.
| Rank | Product Formulation | Shipments | Trade Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DAY & NIGHT TABLETS Day: PARACETAMOL 500mg+ PSEUDOEPHEDRINEHYDROCHLORIDE 30mg(400 TABLETS) NIGHT: PARACETAMOL 500mg+ | 1 | $524 | 100.0% |
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 71%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Indian Ports of Entry
N?A handles the highest volume with 1 shipments. Transit time averages 29 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's ephedrine imports from Australia are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale Australia manufacturers. APOTEX PTY LTD with 1 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 1 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — Indian buyers benefit from Australia supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — APOTEX PTY LTD — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $524 USD reflects a mix of bulk commercial orders and smaller specialty shipments.
On the buying side, VERGO PHARMA RESEARCH LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED is the largest importer with 1 shipments worth $524 USD — representing 100% of all ephedrine imports from Australia on this route.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $524
- Avg. Shipment
- $524
- Suppliers
- 1
- Buyers
- 1
- Transit (Sea)
- ~29 days
- Annual Growth
- +28.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions — Australia to India Ephedrine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Australia companies export Ephedrine to India?
The leading Australia exporters of Ephedrine to India are APOTEX PTY LTD . APOTEX PTY LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 100% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Ephedrine imports from Australia to India?
India imports Ephedrine from Australia worth approximately $524 USD across 1 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $524 USD.
Q Which Indian ports receive Ephedrine from Australia?
The most active Indian port of entry is N?A with 1 shipments. Australia exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 71% of shipments going by sea and 19% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from Australia to India for Ephedrine?
The average transit time for Ephedrine shipments from Australia to India is approximately 29 days. Sea freight typically takes longer, while air freight can reduce this significantly for urgent orders. Peak shipping activity is observed during October–December.
Q Is the Australia to India Ephedrine import route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 28.8% with demand growth tracking at 24.2%. The route is ranked #15 among India's top Ephedrine import origins globally.
Q How many Australia suppliers are active on this Ephedrine import route?
There are currently 1 active Australia suppliers exporting Ephedrine to India. The market is moderately concentrated with APOTEX PTY LTD accounting for 100% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main Indian importers of Ephedrine from Australia?
The leading Indian importers of Ephedrine from Australia include VERGO PHARMA RESEARCH LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED . VERGO PHARMA RESEARCH LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED is the largest buyer with 1 shipments worth $524 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 Australia export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Ephedrine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 1 Indian exporters and 1 importers in Australia matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 1 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
1 Verified Shipments
1 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists