India to Malaysia: Ephedrine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 11 verified shipments of Ephedrine exported to Malaysia, representing a combined trade value of $143.2K USD. This corridor is served by 4 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $13.0K USD. The leading Indian exporter is SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, which accounts for 84% of total export value with 7 shipments worth $120.2K USD. On the buying side, PAHANG PHARMACY SDN BHD is the largest importer in Malaysia with $92.3K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, SWISS PARENTERALS LIMITED , ZYPHAR'S PHARMACEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 100% 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 Malaysia Ephedrine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 11 shipments documented worth a combined $143.2K USD. The route is dominated by SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 84% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's ephedrine manufacturing sector.
Across 4 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $13.0K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 84% of all shipments, consistent with ephedrine's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during October–December, with an average transit time of 18 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 29.7%, placing it at rank #5 among India's top ephedrine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian ephedrine in Malaysia include PAHANG PHARMACY SDN BHD, MS RANBAXY MALAYSIA SDN BHD, PHARMANIAGA LOGISTICS SDN. BHD. and 2 others. PAHANG PHARMACY SDN BHD is the single largest importer with 6 shipments valued at $92.3K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit18 days
- Peak seasonQ4
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portSAHAR AIR
Market Position
- Global rank#5
- Annual growth+29.7%
- Demand growth+24.9%
- Regulatory ease89/100
Top 10 Indian Ephedrine Exporters to Malaysia
Showing top 10 of 4 Indian suppliers exporting Ephedrine to Malaysia, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $17.2K per shipment | 7 | $120.2K | 83.9% |
| 2 | SWISS PARENTERALS LIMITED Avg $22.8K per shipment | 1 | $22.8K | 15.9% |
| 3 | ZYPHAR'S PHARMACEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $149 per shipment | 1 | $149 | 0.1% |
| 4 | LIV BIO PHARMA Avg $24 per shipment | 2 | $49 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 4 Indian companies exporting ephedrine to Malaysia, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, SWISS PARENTERALS LIMITED , ZYPHAR'S PHARMACEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED , LIV BIO PHARMA . SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 7 shipments worth $120.2K USD, giving it a 84% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 100% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Ephedrine Importers in Malaysia
Showing top 10 of 5 known buyers in Malaysia receiving Ephedrine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian ephedrine in Malaysia include PAHANG PHARMACY SDN BHD, MS RANBAXY MALAYSIA SDN BHD, PHARMANIAGA LOGISTICS SDN. BHD. , TO THE CONSIGNEE , SNM DEGREE ENTERPRISE . The largest importer is PAHANG PHARMACY SDN BHD, accounting for $92.3K USD across 6 shipments — representing 64% of all ephedrine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PAHANG PHARMACY SDN BHD | 6 | $92.3K | 64.5% |
| 2 | MS RANBAXY MALAYSIA SDN BHD | 1 | $27.8K | 19.4% |
| 3 | PHARMANIAGA LOGISTICS SDN. BHD. | 1 | $22.8K | 15.9% |
| 4 | TO THE CONSIGNEE | 1 | $149 | 0.1% |
| 5 | SNM DEGREE ENTERPRISE | 2 | $49 | 0.0% |
Top 10 Ephedrine Formulations Imported by Malaysia
Showing top 10 of 10 product formulations shipped on the India to Malaysia Ephedrine route, ranked by trade value
Malaysia imports a wide range of ephedrine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — ALTIVA D ER TABLET FEXOFENADINE HCL &PSEUDOEPHEDRINE SULPHATE ER TABLETS PACK: Box10x10s BATCH: DFE6281A — accounts for $27.8K USD across 1 shipments. A total of 10 product variants have been identified in the shipment records.
| Rank | Product Formulation | Shipments | Trade Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ALTIVA D ER TABLET FEXOFENADINE HCL &PSEUDOEPHEDRINE SULPHATE ER TABLETS PACK: Box10x10s BATCH: DFE6281A | 1 | $27.8K | 19.4% |
| 2 | EPHEDRINE INJECTION (CONTAINING EPHEDRIN | 1 | $22.8K | 15.9% |
| 3 | CETRIZET D TABLETS CONTAINS PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL 120MG PACK 10 10 | 1 | $18.8K | 13.1% |
| 4 | CETRIZET D TABLETS CONTAINING (PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL 120MG/TAB) (ACT.QTY.5323PACKX10X10) | 1 | $18.6K | 13.0% |
| 5 | CETRIZET-D TABLETS CONTAINS (CETIRIZINEHCL 5MG & PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL 120MG (EXTENDED RELEASE) TABLETS (QTY.5399 X10X10) | 1 | $18.5K | 12.9% |
| 6 | CETRIZET D TABLETS CONTAINING (PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL 120MG/TAB) (ACT.QTY.5400PACKX10X10) | 1 | $18.0K | 12.6% |
| 7 | CETRIZET D TABLETS CONTAINING CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE 5MG AND PSEUDOEPHEDRINEHCL 120MG/TAB ACT.QTY.2669PACK X10X10 | 1 | $9.3K | 6.5% |
| 8 | CETRIZET D TABLETS CONTNG (CETIRIZINE HCL 5MG AND PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL 120MG (EXTENDED RELEASE) TABS (QTY. 2731 X 10X10) | 1 | $9.1K | 6.3% |
| 9 | HARMLESS MEDICINE - EPHEDRINE INJECTION | 1 | $149 | 0.1% |
| 10 | EFIPRES INJ (EPHEDRINE INJ) | 2 | $49 | 0.0% |
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 84%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
SAHAR AIR handles the highest volume with 5 shipments. Transit time averages 18 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's ephedrine exports to Malaysia are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED with 7 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 4 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Malaysia benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, SWISS PARENTERALS LIMITED , ZYPHAR'S PHARMACEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $13.0K 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 ephedrine injection (containing ephedrin and cetrizet d tablets contains pseudoephedrine hcl 120mg pack 10 10, suggesting that buyers in Malaysia tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, PAHANG PHARMACY SDN BHD is the largest importer with 6 shipments worth $92.3K USD — representing 64% of all ephedrine imports from India on this route.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $143.2K
- Avg. Shipment
- $13.0K
- Suppliers
- 4
- Buyers
- 5
- Transit (Sea)
- ~18 days
- Annual Growth
- +29.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Malaysia Ephedrine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Ephedrine to Malaysia?
The leading Indian exporters of Ephedrine to Malaysia are SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, SWISS PARENTERALS LIMITED , ZYPHAR'S PHARMACEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED . SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 84% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Ephedrine exports from India to Malaysia?
India exports Ephedrine to Malaysia worth approximately $143.2K USD across 11 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $13.0K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Ephedrine to Malaysia?
The most active port of origin is SAHAR AIR with 5 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 84% of shipments going by sea and 29% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Malaysia for Ephedrine?
The average transit time for Ephedrine shipments from India to Malaysia is approximately 18 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 India to Malaysia Ephedrine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 29.7% with demand growth tracking at 24.9%. The route is ranked #5 among India's top Ephedrine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Malaysia Ephedrine route?
There are currently 4 active Indian suppliers exporting Ephedrine to Malaysia. The market is moderately concentrated with SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED accounting for 84% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Ephedrine from India in Malaysia?
The leading importers of Indian Ephedrine in Malaysia include PAHANG PHARMACY SDN BHD, MS RANBAXY MALAYSIA SDN BHD, PHARMANIAGA LOGISTICS SDN. BHD. , TO THE CONSIGNEE , SNM DEGREE ENTERPRISE . PAHANG PHARMACY SDN BHD is the largest buyer with 6 shipments worth $92.3K 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 Malaysia export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Ephedrine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 4 Indian exporters and 5 importers in Malaysia matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 11 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
11 Verified Shipments
4 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists