India to United Kingdom: Iron Export Trade Route
India has recorded 143 verified shipments of Iron exported to United Kingdom, representing a combined trade value of $2.7M USD. This corridor is served by 24 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $18.9K USD. The leading Indian exporter is STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, which accounts for 29% of total export value with 9 shipments worth $779.6K USD. On the buying side, LEXON UK LIMITED is the largest importer in United Kingdom with $614.4K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, STERIL-GENE LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED, PIRAMAL PHARMA LIMITED — together control 80% 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 Iron corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 143 shipments documented worth a combined $2.7M USD. The route is dominated by STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 29% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's iron manufacturing sector.
Across 24 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $18.9K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 82% of all shipments, consistent with iron's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during October–December, with an average transit time of 34 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 32.8%, placing it at rank #20 among India's top iron export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian iron in United Kingdom include LEXON UK LIMITED, STRIDES PHARMA UK LIMITED, BELLS HEALTHCARE and 38 others. LEXON UK LIMITED is the single largest importer with 15 shipments valued at $614.4K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit34 days
- Peak seasonQ4
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portBombay Air
Market Position
- Global rank#20
- Annual growth+32.8%
- Demand growth+29.2%
- Regulatory ease87/100
Top 10 Indian Iron Exporters to United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 24 Indian suppliers exporting Iron to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED Avg $86.6K per shipment | 9 | $779.6K | 28.8% |
| 2 | STERIL-GENE LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $22.8K per shipment | 32 | $730.6K | 27.0% |
| 3 | PIRAMAL PHARMA LIMITED Avg $41.6K per shipment | 16 | $665.1K | 24.5% |
| 4 | INVENTIA HEALTHCARE LIMITED Avg $31.2K per shipment | 8 | $249.4K | 9.2% |
| 5 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $27.4K per shipment | 5 | $136.9K | 5.1% |
| 6 | STARMED HEALTHCARE Avg $23.0K per shipment | 3 | $69.1K | 2.5% |
| 7 | AALAKSHYA PHARMA SOLUTIONS LLP Avg $20.7K per shipment | 2 | $41.4K | 1.5% |
| 8 | YASHICA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $12.5K per shipment | 1 | $12.5K | 0.5% |
| 9 | MEYER ORGANICS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $8.6K per shipment | 1 | $8.6K | 0.3% |
| 10 | VAAGDA ENTERPRISES Avg $1.0K per shipment | 7 | $7.0K | 0.3% |
This table shows the top 10 of 24 Indian companies exporting iron to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, STERIL-GENE LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED, PIRAMAL PHARMA LIMITED, INVENTIA HEALTHCARE LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, STARMED HEALTHCARE, AALAKSHYA PHARMA SOLUTIONS LLP, YASHICA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, MEYER ORGANICS PRIVATE LIMITED, VAAGDA ENTERPRISES. STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 9 shipments worth $779.6K USD, giving it a 29% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 80% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 24 total Indian exporters on the India to United Kingdom Iron export route.
Top 10 Iron Importers in United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 41 known buyers in United Kingdom receiving Iron shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian iron in United Kingdom include LEXON UK LIMITED, STRIDES PHARMA UK LIMITED, BELLS HEALTHCARE, WAVE PHARMA LIMITED, BELL S HEALTHCARE, among 41 total buyers. The largest importer is LEXON UK LIMITED, accounting for $614.4K USD across 15 shipments — representing 23% of all iron imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LEXON UK LIMITED | 15 | $614.4K | 22.7% |
| 2 | STRIDES PHARMA UK LIMITED | 3 | $605.4K | 22.3% |
| 3 | BELLS HEALTHCARE | 27 | $510.7K | 18.8% |
| 4 | WAVE PHARMA LIMITED | 8 | $249.4K | 9.2% |
| 5 | BELL S HEALTHCARE | 4 | $195.3K | 7.2% |
| 6 | ACCORD UK | 4 | $129.6K | 4.8% |
| 7 | STRIDES PHARMA UK LTD, | 3 | $87.1K | 3.2% |
| 8 | STRIDES PHARMA UK LTD | 3 | $87.0K | 3.2% |
| 9 | TO THE ORDER OF | 4 | $54.7K | 2.0% |
| 10 | LEXON UK LTD | 1 | $50.7K | 1.9% |
Showing top 10 of 41 Iron importers in United Kingdom on this route.
Top 10 Iron Formulations Imported by United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 94 product formulations shipped on the India to United Kingdom Iron route, ranked by trade value
United Kingdom imports a wide range of iron formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — Buspirone Hydrochloride Tablets[5mg]121 — accounts for $465.9K USD across 2 shipments. There are 94 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 | Buspirone Hydrochloride Tablets[5mg]121 | 2 | $465.9K | 17.2% |
| 2 | SPIRONOLACTONE 100 MG TABLETS 2X14`S | 3 | $161.8K | 6.0% |
| 3 | Buspirone Hydrochloride Tablets[10mg]60 | 1 | $139.5K | 5.1% |
| 4 | PHARMA DRUG&MED: RIVAROXABAN 20MG 2X14T(ACCORD-UK EACH FILM COATED TABLET CONTAINS RIVAROXABAN.20 MG COLOUR: IRON OXIDE | 2 | $112.7K | 4.2% |
| 5 | Spironolactone 25mg Tabs PVC BL 2x14s 400691041 101277.000 SB | 1 | $98.0K | 3.6% |
| 6 | BUSPIRONE HYDROCHLORIDE 10 MG TABLET (30'S) (QUANTITY-32229 CARTONS X30=966870TABLET)NOS | 3 | $81.4K | 3.0% |
| 7 | SPIRONOLACTONE 100 MG TABLETS (26856X2X14`S) | 2 | $74.2K | 2.7% |
| 8 | BUSPIRONE HYDROCHLORIDE 10 MG TABLET 30 | 2 | $71.8K | 2.6% |
| 9 | Spironolactone 50mg Tabs PVC BL 2x14s 400691044 95726.000 ECH | 1 | $70.7K | 2.6% |
| 10 | (400691044) Spironolactone 50mg Tabs PVCBL 2x14s (46,646.000 SB) | 1 | $64.9K | 2.4% |
Showing top 10 of 94 Iron 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 82%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
Bombay Air handles the highest volume with 23 shipments. Transit time averages 34 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's iron exports to United Kingdom are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED with 9 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 24 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 — STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, STERIL-GENE LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED, PIRAMAL PHARMA LIMITED — together account for 80% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $18.9K 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 spironolactone 100 mg tablets 2x14`s and buspirone hydrochloride tablets[10mg]60, suggesting that buyers in United Kingdom tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, LEXON UK LIMITED is the largest importer with 15 shipments worth $614.4K USD — representing 23% of all iron imports from India on this route. A total of 41 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $2.7M
- Avg. Shipment
- $18.9K
- Suppliers
- 24
- Buyers
- 41
- Transit (Sea)
- ~34 days
- Annual Growth
- +32.8%
Reverse Direction
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United Kingdom Iron Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Iron to United Kingdom?
The leading Indian exporters of Iron to United Kingdom are STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, STERIL-GENE LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED, PIRAMAL PHARMA LIMITED. STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 29% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Iron exports from India to United Kingdom?
India exports Iron to United Kingdom worth approximately $2.7M USD across 143 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $18.9K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Iron to United Kingdom?
The most active port of origin is Bombay Air with 23 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 82% of shipments going by sea and 28% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to United Kingdom for Iron?
The average transit time for Iron shipments from India to United Kingdom is approximately 34 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 Kingdom Iron trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 32.8% with demand growth tracking at 29.2%. The route is ranked #20 among India's top Iron export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United Kingdom Iron route?
There are currently 24 active Indian suppliers exporting Iron to United Kingdom. The market is moderately concentrated with STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED accounting for 29% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Iron from India in United Kingdom?
The leading importers of Indian Iron in United Kingdom include LEXON UK LIMITED, STRIDES PHARMA UK LIMITED, BELLS HEALTHCARE, WAVE PHARMA LIMITED, BELL S HEALTHCARE. LEXON UK LIMITED is the largest buyer with 15 shipments worth $614.4K 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 Iron.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 24 Indian exporters and 41 importers in United Kingdom matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 143 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
143 Verified Shipments
24 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists