India to Philippines: Iron Export Trade Route
India has recorded 268 verified shipments of Iron exported to Philippines, representing a combined trade value of $3.9M USD. This corridor is served by 50 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $14.7K USD. The leading Indian exporter is MAXTAR BIO GENICS, which accounts for 11% of total export value with 34 shipments worth $440.6K USD. On the buying side, AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION is the largest importer in Philippines with $493.6K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — MAXTAR BIO GENICS, CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 25% 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 Philippines Iron corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 268 shipments documented worth a combined $3.9M USD. The route is dominated by MAXTAR BIO GENICS, which alone accounts for roughly 11% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's iron manufacturing sector.
Across 50 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $14.7K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Freight is split between sea (66%) and air (16%), suggesting a mix of scheduled bulk orders and time-sensitive consignments.
Shipment activity peaks during April–June, with an average transit time of 25 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 24.4%, placing it at rank #4 among India's top iron export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian iron in Philippines include AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, PHARMAKON BIOTEC INC., PHILGEN PHARMACEUTICALS INC and 58 others. AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION is the single largest importer with 47 shipments valued at $493.6K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit25 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeMulti-modal
- Top portDELHI AIR CARGO ACC (INDEL4)
Market Position
- Global rank#4
- Annual growth+24.4%
- Demand growth+22.5%
- Regulatory ease67/100
Top 10 Indian Iron Exporters to Philippines
Showing top 10 of 50 Indian suppliers exporting Iron to Philippines, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MAXTAR BIO GENICS Avg $13.0K per shipment | 34 | $440.6K | 11.2% |
| 2 | CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $26.6K per shipment | 10 | $265.7K | 6.7% |
| 3 | MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $20.3K per shipment | 13 | $263.8K | 6.7% |
| 4 | EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $28.2K per shipment | 9 | $253.7K | 6.4% |
| 5 | FREDUN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $9.6K per shipment | 24 | $230.1K | 5.8% |
| 6 | MEDLEY PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $10.4K per shipment | 22 | $228.1K | 5.8% |
| 7 | AIZANT DRUG RESEARCH SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $192.0K per shipment | 1 | $192.0K | 4.9% |
| 8 | SWISS PARENTERALS LIMITED Avg $17.1K per shipment | 10 | $171.1K | 4.3% |
| 9 | VIRCHOW HEALTH CARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $53.6K per shipment | 3 | $160.8K | 4.1% |
| 10 | MAXTAR BIO GENICS Avg $13.8K per shipment | 9 | $124.3K | 3.1% |
This table shows the top 10 of 50 Indian companies exporting iron to Philippines, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: MAXTAR BIO GENICS, CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, FREDUN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, MEDLEY PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, AIZANT DRUG RESEARCH SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED , SWISS PARENTERALS LIMITED, VIRCHOW HEALTH CARE PRIVATE LIMITED, MAXTAR BIO GENICS . MAXTAR BIO GENICS is the dominant supplier with 34 shipments worth $440.6K USD, giving it a 11% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 25% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 50 total Indian exporters on the India to Philippines Iron export route.
Top 10 Iron Importers in Philippines
Showing top 10 of 61 known buyers in Philippines receiving Iron shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian iron in Philippines include AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, PHARMAKON BIOTEC INC., PHILGEN PHARMACEUTICALS INC, MACROPHARMA CORPORATION, INOVA PHARMA PHILIPPINES INC , among 61 total buyers. The largest importer is AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, accounting for $493.6K USD across 47 shipments — representing 12% of all iron imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION | 47 | $493.6K | 12.5% |
| 2 | PHARMAKON BIOTEC INC. | 24 | $336.6K | 8.5% |
| 3 | PHILGEN PHARMACEUTICALS INC | 7 | $219.5K | 5.6% |
| 4 | MACROPHARMA CORPORATION | 6 | $219.2K | 5.6% |
| 5 | INOVA PHARMA PHILIPPINES INC | 1 | $192.0K | 4.9% |
| 6 | AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATI | 3 | $187.8K | 4.8% |
| 7 | AMB HK ENTERPRISES INC. | 16 | $177.8K | 4.5% |
| 8 | M/S. MEDETHIX INC. | 8 | $151.3K | 3.8% |
| 9 | TO THE ORDER OF | 7 | $143.2K | 3.6% |
| 10 | PHILGEN PHARMACEUTICALS,INC, | 3 | $116.0K | 2.9% |
Showing top 10 of 61 Iron importers in Philippines on this route.
Top 10 Iron Formulations Imported by Philippines
Showing top 10 of 200 product formulations shipped on the India to Philippines Iron route, ranked by trade value
Philippines imports a wide range of iron formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — ABIRONE ABIRATERONE 250MG TABLETS (PACK — accounts for $192.0K USD across 1 shipments. There are 200 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 | ABIRONE ABIRATERONE 250MG TABLETS (PACK | 1 | $192.0K | 4.9% |
| 2 | HEME-UP FA CARBONYL IRON + ZINC SULFATE+ FOLIC ACID 50MG/61.8MG/500MCG CAPSULES-HARMLESS PHARMA PRODUCTS-30S | 2 | $161.3K | 4.1% |
| 3 | ABIRATERONE ACETATE ABIRONE 250MG TABLETS QTY 867 BTL EACH BTL 120 TABLETS | 1 | $105.5K | 2.7% |
| 4 | SPIROFAR-25 TABLET(10X10)(SPIRONOLACTONE | 3 | $96.3K | 2.4% |
| 5 | IRON 105.6 MG SUGAR-COATED TABLET FERUSTAB | 3 | $83.1K | 2.1% |
| 6 | PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS & MEDICINES IRON 105.6 MG SUGAR-COATED TABLETFERRICORE | 3 | $77.4K | 2.0% |
| 7 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS: SUCROSAPH IRONSUCROSE INJECTION USP 20 MG/ML BATCH NO.KLSU4001,KLSU4002,KLSU4003,KLSU4004,KLSU | 2 | $77.0K | 2.0% |
| 8 | PHARMA ENCIFER 100MG INJECTION IRON SUCROSE INJECTION USP 100MG 5ML 5x5ML INVOICE NO 2303300574 DT 03 03 2023 | 1 | $73.9K | 1.9% |
| 9 | PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS ( FINISHED PRODUCT) : ENCIFER 100 MG INJ 5X5 ML AMP, (IRON SUCROSE INJECTION USP 100MG/5ML ) ( | 2 | $72.9K | 1.8% |
| 10 | PHARMA:ENCIFER 100MG INJECTION AMP IRONSUCROSE INJECTION USP 100MG/5ML-01 NOS=5x5ML INV.NO.: 2311300494 DT.21.11.23 | 1 | $72.5K | 1.8% |
Showing top 10 of 200 Iron formulations imported by Philippines on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Balanced freight mix — 66% sea for bulk, 16% air for urgent orders.
Top Ports of Origin
DELHI AIR CARGO ACC (INDEL4) handles the highest volume with 43 shipments. Transit time averages 25 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's iron exports to Philippines are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. MAXTAR BIO GENICS with 34 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 50 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Philippines benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — MAXTAR BIO GENICS, CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 25% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $14.7K 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 heme-up fa carbonyl iron + zinc sulfate+ folic acid 50mg/61.8mg/500mcg capsules-harmless pharma products-30s and abiraterone acetate abirone 250mg tablets qty 867 btl each btl 120 tablets, suggesting that buyers in Philippines tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION is the largest importer with 47 shipments worth $493.6K USD — representing 12% of all iron imports from India on this route. A total of 61 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $3.9M
- Avg. Shipment
- $14.7K
- Suppliers
- 50
- Buyers
- 61
- Transit (Sea)
- ~25 days
- Annual Growth
- +24.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Philippines Iron Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Iron to Philippines?
The leading Indian exporters of Iron to Philippines are MAXTAR BIO GENICS, CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED. MAXTAR BIO GENICS holds the largest market share at approximately 11% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Iron exports from India to Philippines?
India exports Iron to Philippines worth approximately $3.9M USD across 268 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $14.7K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Iron to Philippines?
The most active port of origin is DELHI AIR CARGO ACC (INDEL4) with 43 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use a mix of sea and air freight for this route, with 66% of shipments going by sea and 16% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Philippines for Iron?
The average transit time for Iron shipments from India to Philippines 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 April–June.
Q Is the India to Philippines Iron trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 24.4% with demand growth tracking at 22.5%. The route is ranked #4 among India's top Iron export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Philippines Iron route?
There are currently 50 active Indian suppliers exporting Iron to Philippines. The market is moderately concentrated with MAXTAR BIO GENICS accounting for 11% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Iron from India in Philippines?
The leading importers of Indian Iron in Philippines include AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, PHARMAKON BIOTEC INC., PHILGEN PHARMACEUTICALS INC, MACROPHARMA CORPORATION, INOVA PHARMA PHILIPPINES INC . AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION is the largest buyer with 47 shipments worth $493.6K 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 Philippines export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Iron.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 50 Indian exporters and 61 importers in Philippines matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 268 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
268 Verified Shipments
50 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists