India to United Arab Emirates: Hydrocortisone Export Trade Route
India has recorded 183 verified shipments of Hydrocortisone exported to United Arab Emirates, representing a combined trade value of $1.6M USD. This corridor is served by 43 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $8.7K USD. The leading Indian exporter is BDR PHARMACEUTICALS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED, which accounts for 31% of total export value with 21 shipments worth $489.1K USD. On the buying side, EMMIEAF is the largest importer in United Arab Emirates with $489.1K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — BDR PHARMACEUTICALS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED, CIRON DRUGS AND PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, CHANDRA BHAGAT PHARMA LIMITED — together control 58% 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 United Arab Emirates Hydrocortisone corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 183 shipments documented worth a combined $1.6M USD. The route is dominated by BDR PHARMACEUTICALS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 31% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's hydrocortisone manufacturing sector.
Across 43 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $8.7K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 78% of all shipments, consistent with hydrocortisone's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during October–December, with an average transit time of 25 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 32.6%, placing it at rank #1 among India's top hydrocortisone export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian hydrocortisone in United Arab Emirates include EMMIEAF, TO THE ORDER, PAYLOAD CARGO LLC, and 40 others. EMMIEAF is the single largest importer with 21 shipments valued at $489.1K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit25 days
- Peak seasonQ4
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portSAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4)
Market Position
- Global rank#1
- Annual growth+32.6%
- Demand growth+27.2%
- Regulatory ease81/100
Top 10 Indian Hydrocortisone Exporters to United Arab Emirates
Showing top 10 of 43 Indian suppliers exporting Hydrocortisone to United Arab Emirates, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BDR PHARMACEUTICALS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $23.3K per shipment | 21 | $489.1K | 30.6% |
| 2 | CIRON DRUGS AND PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $20.6K per shipment | 15 | $309.2K | 19.3% |
| 3 | CHANDRA BHAGAT PHARMA LIMITED Avg $10.6K per shipment | 13 | $137.9K | 8.6% |
| 4 | BHARAT PARENTERALS LIMITED Avg $125.9K per shipment | 1 | $125.9K | 7.9% |
| 5 | CHANDRA BHAGAT PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $14.2K per shipment | 7 | $99.7K | 6.2% |
| 6 | MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $8.9K per shipment | 11 | $97.4K | 6.1% |
| 7 | MEDWISE OVERSEAS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $12.1K per shipment | 5 | $60.6K | 3.8% |
| 8 | CHANDRA BHAGAT PHARMA PVT LTD Avg $14.9K per shipment | 3 | $44.8K | 2.8% |
| 9 | MEDEX PHARMACEUTICALS Avg $1.9K per shipment | 16 | $30.1K | 1.9% |
| 10 | EXCEL BIOLIFE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $9.2K per shipment | 3 | $27.7K | 1.7% |
This table shows the top 10 of 43 Indian companies exporting hydrocortisone to United Arab Emirates, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: BDR PHARMACEUTICALS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED, CIRON DRUGS AND PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, CHANDRA BHAGAT PHARMA LIMITED, BHARAT PARENTERALS LIMITED, CHANDRA BHAGAT PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, MEDWISE OVERSEAS PRIVATE LIMITED, CHANDRA BHAGAT PHARMA PVT LTD, MEDEX PHARMACEUTICALS, EXCEL BIOLIFE PRIVATE LIMITED. BDR PHARMACEUTICALS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 21 shipments worth $489.1K USD, giving it a 31% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 58% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 43 total Indian exporters on the India to United Arab Emirates Hydrocortisone export route.
Top 10 Hydrocortisone Importers in United Arab Emirates
Showing top 10 of 43 known buyers in United Arab Emirates receiving Hydrocortisone shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian hydrocortisone in United Arab Emirates include EMMIEAF, TO THE ORDER, PAYLOAD CARGO LLC,, NA, TO THE ORDER OF, among 43 total buyers. The largest importer is EMMIEAF, accounting for $489.1K USD across 21 shipments — representing 31% of all hydrocortisone imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EMMIEAF | 21 | $489.1K | 30.6% |
| 2 | TO THE ORDER | 24 | $288.0K | 18.0% |
| 3 | PAYLOAD CARGO LLC, | 1 | $125.9K | 7.9% |
| 4 | NA | 10 | $116.2K | 7.3% |
| 5 | TO THE ORDER OF | 3 | $74.1K | 4.6% |
| 6 | IDA TRADING MEA | 6 | $67.0K | 4.2% |
| 7 | TO. | 5 | $60.6K | 3.8% |
| 8 | IMPERIAL MEDICAL SOLUTIONS FZE | 9 | $48.4K | 3.0% |
| 9 | MEG MEDICAL SOLUTIONS | 5 | $44.2K | 2.8% |
| 10 | TO THE ORDER- | 2 | $42.2K | 2.6% |
Showing top 10 of 43 Hydrocortisone importers in United Arab Emirates on this route.
Top 10 Hydrocortisone Formulations Imported by United Arab Emirates
Showing top 10 of 109 product formulations shipped on the India to United Arab Emirates Hydrocortisone route, ranked by trade value
United Arab Emirates imports a wide range of hydrocortisone formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE INJ BP 100MG BD STEROSOL INJ 100 MGVLS — accounts for $215.4K USD across 9 shipments. There are 109 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 | HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE INJ BP 100MG BD STEROSOL INJ 100 MGVLS | 9 | $215.4K | 13.5% |
| 2 | PHARMACEUTICAL RAW MATERIAL HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE INJ BP 100MG BD STEROSOL INJ 100 MGVLS | 9 | $202.3K | 12.6% |
| 3 | PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS & MEDICINES- Hydrocortisone Sodium Succinate for InjectionBP (25 Vials in a Duplex) | 1 | $125.9K | 7.9% |
| 4 | HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE INJ. BP100 MG BD STEROSOL INJ. 100 MGVLS | 3 | $71.4K | 4.5% |
| 5 | HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE FOR INJE | 4 | $70.7K | 4.4% |
| 6 | PHARMACEUTICAL ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM : HYDROCORTISONE | 5 | $69.1K | 4.3% |
| 7 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE FOR INJECTION USP 100 MG | 4 | $55.2K | 3.4% |
| 8 | HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE FOR INJECTION BP 100 MG (200000 NUMBERS) (100 MG VIAL) | 1 | $54.2K | 3.4% |
| 9 | HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE FOR INJECTION BP 100 MG 100000 NUMBERS 100 MG VIAL | 2 | $52.1K | 3.3% |
| 10 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT : HYDROCORTISONESODIUM SUCCINATE FOR INJECTION USP 100MGBRAND : MULTICORT | 3 | $44.8K | 2.8% |
Showing top 10 of 109 Hydrocortisone formulations imported by United Arab Emirates on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 78%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) handles the highest volume with 27 shipments. Transit time averages 25 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's hydrocortisone exports to United Arab Emirates are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. BDR PHARMACEUTICALS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED with 21 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 43 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in United Arab Emirates benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — BDR PHARMACEUTICALS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED, CIRON DRUGS AND PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, CHANDRA BHAGAT PHARMA LIMITED — together account for 58% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $8.7K 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 raw material hydrocortisone sodium succinate inj bp 100mg bd sterosol inj 100 mgvls and pharmaceutical drugs & medicines- hydrocortisone sodium succinate for injectionbp (25 vials in a duplex), suggesting that buyers in United Arab Emirates tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, EMMIEAF is the largest importer with 21 shipments worth $489.1K USD — representing 31% of all hydrocortisone imports from India on this route. A total of 43 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $1.6M
- Avg. Shipment
- $8.7K
- Suppliers
- 43
- Buyers
- 43
- Transit (Sea)
- ~25 days
- Annual Growth
- +32.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United Arab Emirates Hydrocortisone Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Hydrocortisone to United Arab Emirates?
The leading Indian exporters of Hydrocortisone to United Arab Emirates are BDR PHARMACEUTICALS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED, CIRON DRUGS AND PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, CHANDRA BHAGAT PHARMA LIMITED. BDR PHARMACEUTICALS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 31% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Hydrocortisone exports from India to United Arab Emirates?
India exports Hydrocortisone to United Arab Emirates worth approximately $1.6M USD across 183 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $8.7K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Hydrocortisone to United Arab Emirates?
The most active port of origin is SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) with 27 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 78% of shipments going by sea and 25% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to United Arab Emirates for Hydrocortisone?
The average transit time for Hydrocortisone shipments from India to United Arab Emirates is approximately 25 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 United Arab Emirates Hydrocortisone trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 32.6% with demand growth tracking at 27.2%. The route is ranked #1 among India's top Hydrocortisone export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United Arab Emirates Hydrocortisone route?
There are currently 43 active Indian suppliers exporting Hydrocortisone to United Arab Emirates. The market is moderately concentrated with BDR PHARMACEUTICALS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED accounting for 31% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Hydrocortisone from India in United Arab Emirates?
The leading importers of Indian Hydrocortisone in United Arab Emirates include EMMIEAF, TO THE ORDER, PAYLOAD CARGO LLC,, NA, TO THE ORDER OF. EMMIEAF is the largest buyer with 21 shipments worth $489.1K 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 United Arab Emirates export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Hydrocortisone.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 43 Indian exporters and 43 importers in United Arab Emirates matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 183 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
183 Verified Shipments
43 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists