India to United States: Hydrocortisone Export Trade Route
India has recorded 392 verified shipments of Hydrocortisone exported to United States, representing a combined trade value of $12.6M USD. This corridor is served by 25 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $32.2K USD. The leading Indian exporter is STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, which accounts for 58% of total export value with 61 shipments worth $7.3M USD. On the buying side, STRIDES PHARMA INC is the largest importer in United States with $6.1M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, EUGIA PHARMA SPECIALITIES LIMITED, UMENDRA EXPORTS PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 74% 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 States Hydrocortisone corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 392 shipments documented worth a combined $12.6M USD. The route is dominated by STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 58% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's hydrocortisone manufacturing sector.
Across 25 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $32.2K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Freight is split between sea (67%) and air (17%), suggesting a mix of scheduled bulk orders and time-sensitive consignments.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 29 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 14.9%, placing it at rank #9 among India's top hydrocortisone export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian hydrocortisone in United States include STRIDES PHARMA INC, STRIDES PHARMA INC,, RISING PHARMA HOLDINGS, INC., and 111 others. STRIDES PHARMA INC is the single largest importer with 41 shipments valued at $6.1M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit29 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeMulti-modal
- Top portSAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4)
Market Position
- Global rank#9
- Annual growth+14.9%
- Demand growth+14.8%
- Regulatory ease68/100
Top 10 Indian Hydrocortisone Exporters to United States
Showing top 10 of 25 Indian suppliers exporting Hydrocortisone to United States, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED Avg $120.5K per shipment | 61 | $7.3M | 58.2% |
| 2 | EUGIA PHARMA SPECIALITIES LIMITED Avg $209.4K per shipment | 5 | $1.0M | 8.3% |
| 3 | UMENDRA EXPORTS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $22.8K per shipment | 41 | $933.6K | 7.4% |
| 4 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $75.7K per shipment | 10 | $757.2K | 6.0% |
| 5 | GOPALDAS VISRAM AND COMPANY LIMITED Avg $7.9K per shipment | 89 | $701.8K | 5.6% |
| 6 | AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $37.4K per shipment | 11 | $411.7K | 3.3% |
| 7 | APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED Avg $53.0K per shipment | 6 | $318.1K | 2.5% |
| 8 | GOPALDAS VISRAM COMPANY LIMITED Avg $15.0K per shipment | 20 | $300.2K | 2.4% |
| 9 | DABUR INDIA LIMITED Avg $99.6K per shipment | 2 | $199.2K | 1.6% |
| 10 | LUPIN LIMITED Avg $27.8K per shipment | 5 | $139.1K | 1.1% |
This table shows the top 10 of 25 Indian companies exporting hydrocortisone to United States, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, EUGIA PHARMA SPECIALITIES LIMITED, UMENDRA EXPORTS PRIVATE LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED, GOPALDAS VISRAM AND COMPANY LIMITED, AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED, GOPALDAS VISRAM COMPANY LIMITED, DABUR INDIA LIMITED, LUPIN LIMITED. STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 61 shipments worth $7.3M USD, giving it a 58% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 74% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 25 total Indian exporters on the India to United States Hydrocortisone export route.
Top 10 Hydrocortisone Importers in United States
Showing top 10 of 114 known buyers in United States 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 States include STRIDES PHARMA INC, STRIDES PHARMA INC,, RISING PHARMA HOLDINGS, INC.,, TO THE ORDER OF, CIPLA USA INC UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLU, among 114 total buyers. The largest importer is STRIDES PHARMA INC, accounting for $6.1M USD across 41 shipments — representing 49% of all hydrocortisone imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | STRIDES PHARMA INC | 41 | $6.1M | 48.6% |
| 2 | STRIDES PHARMA INC, | 20 | $1.2M | 9.6% |
| 3 | RISING PHARMA HOLDINGS, INC., | 5 | $1.0M | 8.3% |
| 4 | TO THE ORDER OF | 51 | $714.3K | 5.7% |
| 5 | CIPLA USA INC UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLU | 5 | $415.3K | 3.3% |
| 6 | DYNAREX CORPORATION | 27 | $402.3K | 3.2% |
| 7 | CIPLA USA INC UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOL | 5 | $341.9K | 2.7% |
| 8 | AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS, LLC (KY) | 7 | $292.4K | 2.3% |
| 9 | AUROBINDO PHARMA USA INC | 5 | $282.9K | 2.2% |
| 10 | TO THE ORDER | 15 | $230.3K | 1.8% |
Showing top 10 of 114 Hydrocortisone importers in United States on this route.
Top 10 Hydrocortisone Formulations Imported by United States
Showing top 10 of 206 product formulations shipped on the India to United States Hydrocortisone route, ranked by trade value
United States imports a wide range of hydrocortisone formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — Hydrocortisone Tablets USP 10mg 54 640 00 X 100 S — accounts for $1.1M USD across 1 shipments. There are 206 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 Tablets USP 10mg 54 640 00 X 100 S | 1 | $1.1M | 8.4% |
| 2 | HYDROCORTISONE TABLETS USP 10MG 54 640 00X 100 S | 1 | $1.1M | 8.4% |
| 3 | NEOMYCIN AND POLYMYXIN B SULFATES AND HYDROCORTISONE OTIC SUSPENSION, USP- RISING PHARMA | 5 | $1.0M | 8.3% |
| 4 | Hydrocortisone Tablets USP 5mg 78 880 00X 50 S | 1 | $610.9K | 4.8% |
| 5 | Hydrocortisone Tablets USP 5mg 39 200 00X 50 S | 2 | $603.6K | 4.8% |
| 6 | HYDROCORTISONE TABLETS USP 5MG 39200 X50 S | 2 | $594.2K | 4.7% |
| 7 | MPR-30506- MedPride Hydrocortisone Cream | 6 | $422.3K | 3.3% |
| 8 | Hydrocortisone Tablets USP 10mg 67360.00 | 2 | $325.9K | 2.6% |
| 9 | Hydrocortisone Tablets USP 5mg 39360 PACX 50 S Each Tablet contains Hydrocortisone 5mg | 1 | $301.4K | 2.4% |
| 10 | HYDROCORTISONE TABLETS USP 10MG 13 840 00 X 100 S | 1 | $268.6K | 2.1% |
Showing top 10 of 206 Hydrocortisone formulations imported by United States on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Balanced freight mix — 67% sea for bulk, 17% air for urgent orders.
Top Ports of Origin
SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) handles the highest volume with 60 shipments. Transit time averages 29 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's hydrocortisone exports to United States are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED with 61 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 25 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in United States benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, EUGIA PHARMA SPECIALITIES LIMITED, UMENDRA EXPORTS PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 74% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $32.2K 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 hydrocortisone tablets usp 10mg 54 640 00x 100 s and neomycin and polymyxin b sulfates and hydrocortisone otic suspension, usp- rising pharma, suggesting that buyers in United States tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, STRIDES PHARMA INC is the largest importer with 41 shipments worth $6.1M USD — representing 49% of all hydrocortisone imports from India on this route. A total of 114 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $12.6M
- Avg. Shipment
- $32.2K
- Suppliers
- 25
- Buyers
- 114
- Transit (Sea)
- ~29 days
- Annual Growth
- +14.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United States Hydrocortisone Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Hydrocortisone to United States?
The leading Indian exporters of Hydrocortisone to United States are STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, EUGIA PHARMA SPECIALITIES LIMITED, UMENDRA EXPORTS PRIVATE LIMITED. STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 58% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Hydrocortisone exports from India to United States?
India exports Hydrocortisone to United States worth approximately $12.6M USD across 392 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $32.2K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Hydrocortisone to United States?
The most active port of origin is SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) with 60 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use a mix of sea and air freight for this route, with 67% of shipments going by sea and 17% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to United States for Hydrocortisone?
The average transit time for Hydrocortisone shipments from India to United States 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 January–March.
Q Is the India to United States Hydrocortisone trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 14.9% with demand growth tracking at 14.8%. The route is ranked #9 among India's top Hydrocortisone export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United States Hydrocortisone route?
There are currently 25 active Indian suppliers exporting Hydrocortisone to United States. The market is moderately concentrated with STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED accounting for 58% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Hydrocortisone from India in United States?
The leading importers of Indian Hydrocortisone in United States include STRIDES PHARMA INC, STRIDES PHARMA INC,, RISING PHARMA HOLDINGS, INC.,, TO THE ORDER OF, CIPLA USA INC UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLU. STRIDES PHARMA INC is the largest buyer with 41 shipments worth $6.1M 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 States export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Hydrocortisone.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 25 Indian exporters and 114 importers in United States matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 392 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
392 Verified Shipments
25 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists