India to United Kingdom: Hydrocortisone Export Trade Route
India has recorded 99 verified shipments of Hydrocortisone exported to United Kingdom, representing a combined trade value of $1.4M USD. This corridor is served by 11 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $14.5K USD. The leading Indian exporter is MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, which accounts for 85% of total export value with 68 shipments worth $1.2M USD. On the buying side, WAYMADE PLC is the largest importer in United Kingdom with $1.0M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, S KANT HEALTHCARE LIMITED, YASHICA PHARMACEUTICALS 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 United Kingdom Hydrocortisone corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 99 shipments documented worth a combined $1.4M USD. The route is dominated by MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 85% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's hydrocortisone manufacturing sector.
Across 11 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $14.5K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 72% of all shipments, consistent with hydrocortisone's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 23 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 32.4%, placing it at rank #14 among India's top hydrocortisone export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian hydrocortisone in United Kingdom include WAYMADE PLC, TO THE ORDER., ALLOGA UK and 13 others. WAYMADE PLC is the single largest importer with 57 shipments valued at $1.0M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit23 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portAHEMDABAD AIR
Market Position
- Global rank#14
- Annual growth+32.4%
- Demand growth+28.8%
- Regulatory ease74/100
Top 10 Indian Hydrocortisone Exporters to United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 11 Indian suppliers exporting Hydrocortisone to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $18.0K per shipment | 68 | $1.2M | 85.5% |
| 2 | S KANT HEALTHCARE LIMITED Avg $28.4K per shipment | 7 | $198.7K | 13.8% |
| 3 | YASHICA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $1.2K per shipment | 4 | $4.8K | 0.3% |
| 4 | CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $4.5K per shipment | 1 | $4.5K | 0.3% |
| 5 | NARAYANA HRUDAYALAYA LIMITED Avg $49 per shipment | 9 | $441 | 0.0% |
| 6 | VEA IMPEX I PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $42 per shipment | 4 | $167 | 0.0% |
| 7 | SHIVNAAM TRADELINK LLP Avg $54 per shipment | 1 | $54 | 0.0% |
| 8 | SMN OVERSEAS Avg $24 per shipment | 2 | $48 | 0.0% |
| 9 | N CHIMANLAL ENTERPRISES Avg $48 per shipment | 1 | $48 | 0.0% |
| 10 | KALINDI OVERSEAS Avg $12 per shipment | 1 | $12 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 11 Indian companies exporting hydrocortisone to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, S KANT HEALTHCARE LIMITED, YASHICA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, NARAYANA HRUDAYALAYA LIMITED, VEA IMPEX I PRIVATE LIMITED, SHIVNAAM TRADELINK LLP, SMN OVERSEAS, N CHIMANLAL ENTERPRISES, KALINDI OVERSEAS. MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 68 shipments worth $1.2M USD, giving it a 85% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 100% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 11 total Indian exporters on the India to United Kingdom Hydrocortisone export route.
Top 10 Hydrocortisone Importers in United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 16 known buyers in United Kingdom 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 Kingdom include WAYMADE PLC, TO THE ORDER., ALLOGA UK, WAYMADE PRIVATE LIMITED CO, TO THE ORDER, among 16 total buyers. The largest importer is WAYMADE PLC, accounting for $1.0M USD across 57 shipments — representing 72% of all hydrocortisone imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WAYMADE PLC | 57 | $1.0M | 72.3% |
| 2 | TO THE ORDER. | 4 | $147.9K | 10.3% |
| 3 | ALLOGA UK | 6 | $82.3K | 5.7% |
| 4 | WAYMADE PRIVATE LIMITED CO | 2 | $62.4K | 4.3% |
| 5 | TO THE ORDER | 5 | $50.8K | 3.5% |
| 6 | WAYMADE WAREHOUSE | 3 | $43.9K | 3.1% |
| 7 | TO THE ORDER OF | 4 | $4.8K | 0.3% |
| 8 | ASCOT LABORATORIES LIMITED | 1 | $4.5K | 0.3% |
| 9 | HEALTH CITY CAYMAN ISLANDS HCCI | 7 | $418 | 0.0% |
| 10 | INVOICE RAISED TO CAYMAN ISLAND | 3 | $143 | 0.0% |
Showing top 10 of 16 Hydrocortisone importers in United Kingdom on this route.
Top 10 Hydrocortisone Formulations Imported by United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 67 product formulations shipped on the India to United Kingdom Hydrocortisone route, ranked by trade value
United Kingdom imports a wide range of hydrocortisone formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS: HYDROCORTISONEACETATE CREAM 1 % 30GM,NET CONTENT IN EXPORT PRODUCT :43.38 KGS.(144600X30 GM)NOS — accounts for $87.4K USD across 3 shipments. There are 67 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 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS: HYDROCORTISONEACETATE CREAM 1 % 30GM,NET CONTENT IN EXPORT PRODUCT :43.38 KGS.(144600X30 GM)NOS | 3 | $87.4K | 6.1% |
| 2 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS: HYDROCORTISONECREAM 1%(129784 X 30GM)NET CONTENT IN EXPORT PRODUCT 38.935 KGS | 1 | $80.3K | 5.6% |
| 3 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS: HYDROCORTISONECREAM 1% (129688X30GM) NET CONTENT IN EXPORT PRODUCT : 38.906 KGS. | 3 | $77.1K | 5.4% |
| 4 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS HYDROCORTISONE CREAM 1% 15GM NET CONTENT IN EXPORT PRODUCT 12.854 KGS | 2 | $63.6K | 4.4% |
| 5 | HARMLESS MEDICINES:HYDROCORTISONE OINTMENT 1 % W/W Unit:30 gm (96,552.00 Tube) | 1 | $59.4K | 4.1% |
| 6 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS HYDROCORTISONE CREAM 1% | 1 | $57.4K | 4.0% |
| 7 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS:HYDROCORTISONE CREAM 1% (141375X15GM)NET CONTENT IN EXPORT PRODUCT : 21.206 KGS | 3 | $52.5K | 3.7% |
| 8 | HARMLESS MEDICINES:HYDROCORTISONE OINTMENT 1 % W/W Unit:15 gm (128,556.00 Tube) | 1 | $46.4K | 3.2% |
| 9 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS:HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE CREAM 1 % 30GM,NET CONTENT IN EXPORT PRODUCT :21.652 KGS.(72176X30 GM) | 1 | $42.6K | 3.0% |
| 10 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS: HYDROCORTISONECREAM 1% NET CONTENT IN EXPORT PRODUCT :15.5768 KGS(103850X15GM)NOS | 3 | $39.3K | 2.7% |
Showing top 10 of 67 Hydrocortisone formulations imported by United Kingdom on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 72%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
AHEMDABAD AIR handles the highest volume with 22 shipments. Transit time averages 23 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's hydrocortisone exports to United Kingdom are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED with 68 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 11 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in United Kingdom benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, S KANT HEALTHCARE LIMITED, YASHICA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $14.5K 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: hydrocortisonecream 1%(129784 x 30gm)net content in export product 38.935 kgs and pharmaceutical products: hydrocortisonecream 1% (129688x30gm) net content in export product : 38.906 kgs., suggesting that buyers in United Kingdom tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, WAYMADE PLC is the largest importer with 57 shipments worth $1.0M USD — representing 72% of all hydrocortisone imports from India on this route. A total of 16 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $1.4M
- Avg. Shipment
- $14.5K
- Suppliers
- 11
- Buyers
- 16
- Transit (Sea)
- ~23 days
- Annual Growth
- +32.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United Kingdom Hydrocortisone Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Hydrocortisone to United Kingdom?
The leading Indian exporters of Hydrocortisone to United Kingdom are MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, S KANT HEALTHCARE LIMITED, YASHICA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED. MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 85% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Hydrocortisone exports from India to United Kingdom?
India exports Hydrocortisone to United Kingdom worth approximately $1.4M USD across 99 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $14.5K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Hydrocortisone to United Kingdom?
The most active port of origin is AHEMDABAD AIR with 22 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 72% of shipments going by sea and 20% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to United Kingdom for Hydrocortisone?
The average transit time for Hydrocortisone shipments from India to United Kingdom is approximately 23 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 United Kingdom Hydrocortisone trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 32.4% with demand growth tracking at 28.8%. The route is ranked #14 among India's top Hydrocortisone export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United Kingdom Hydrocortisone route?
There are currently 11 active Indian suppliers exporting Hydrocortisone to United Kingdom. The market is moderately concentrated with MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED accounting for 85% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Hydrocortisone from India in United Kingdom?
The leading importers of Indian Hydrocortisone in United Kingdom include WAYMADE PLC, TO THE ORDER., ALLOGA UK, WAYMADE PRIVATE LIMITED CO, TO THE ORDER. WAYMADE PLC is the largest buyer with 57 shipments worth $1.0M 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 Kingdom export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Hydrocortisone.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 11 Indian exporters and 16 importers in United Kingdom matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 99 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
99 Verified Shipments
11 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists