Indian Iron Exporters: Complete Supplier Ranking with Market Share — 943 Manufacturers (2026) — TransData Nexus

Q: Who is the largest iron supplier from India?

ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED is the largest iron exporter from India with a 27.4% market share and export value of $133.5M.

Q: How many iron suppliers are there in India?

There are 943 active iron exporters in India, collectively shipping $487.6M worth of iron across 14,943 shipments according to Indian Customs (DGFT) records.

Q: What is the market share of top iron suppliers from India?

The top 5 iron suppliers from India — ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, UNICHEM LABORATORIES LIMITED, AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD — together control 65.6% of total iron export value from India.

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India Pharmaceutical Trade Intelligence

$487.6M943 Suppliers174 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES74.8%India → NETHERLANDS3.0%

ImportsNETHERLANDS → India$19.4M DENMARK → India$1.4M

#1 Supplier: ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES #1 Buyer: EVERSANA LIFE

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Who Exports Iron from India — 943 Suppliers Behind a $487.6M Market

India's iron export market is supplied by 943 active exporters who collectively shipped $487.6M across 14,943 shipments. ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED leads with a 27.4% market share, followed by UNICHEM LABORATORIES LIMITED and AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED. The top 5 suppliers together control 65.6% of total export value, reflecting a concentrated market structure.

Source: Indian Customs (DGFT)·Published March 2026

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Top Iron Exporters from India — Ranked by Export Value

ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED is the leading iron exporter from India, holding a 27.4% share of the $487.6M market across 14,943 shipments from 943 exporters. The top 5 suppliers — ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, UNICHEM LABORATORIES LIMITED, AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD — collectively control 65.6% of total export value, indicating a moderately concentrated market. Individual shares are: ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED (27.4%), UNICHEM LABORATORIES LIMITED (24.2%), AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED (7.9%), INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED (3.4%), AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD (2.8%).

Top Iron Exporters from India

Ranked by export value · 943 active suppliers · Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Mar 2026

Top Iron Exporters from India — Ranked by Export Value. 943 active suppliers with export value, shipments, countries and formulations data compiled from Indian Customs records by TransData Nexus.
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Iron — Export Intelligence Video

Visual overview of India's iron supplier landscape — top suppliers, destinations, pricing, and trade routes

This video covers India's iron pharmaceutical supplier landscape — $487.6M in total trade, 943 verified manufacturers. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records.

Supplier Certification & Compliance Matrix

FDA, WHO-GMP, and EU GMP status for top Iron exporters

Certification and compliance status for top Iron suppliers from India
Supplier	US FDA	WHO-GMP	EU GMP	ANDAs	Notes
Zydus Lifesciences Limited	Warning Letter (August 20	Not Listed	Not Listed	Not verified	FDA issued a warning letter citing CGMP violations at the Vadodara facility.
Aurobindo Pharma Limited	Warning Letter (June 2019	Yes, multiple produc	Not Listed	Not verified	FDA issued a warning letter for CGMP deviations; WHO prequalified multiple produ
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Limited	Approved	Yes, product prequal	Not Listed	1	FDA approved ANDA 210036; WHO prequalified Dolutegravir Tablet 50mg. (extranet.w
Mylan Laboratories Limited	Approved	Yes, multiple produc	Not Listed	Multiple	FDA approved multiple ANDAs; WHO prequalified several products. (extranet.who.in
Strides Pharma Science Limited	Approved	Yes, product prequal	Not Listed	Multiple	FDA approved multiple ANDAs; WHO prequalified Emtricitabine/Tenofovir disoproxil
Laurus Labs Limited	Approved	Yes, product prequal	Not Listed	Multiple	FDA approved multiple ANDAs; WHO prequalified Emtricitabine/Tenofovir disoproxil
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Ltd	Approved	Yes, product prequal	Not Listed	Multiple	FDA approved multiple ANDAs; WHO prequalified Dolutegravir (sodium) Tablet. (ext
Hetero Labs Ltd	Approved	Yes, product prequal	Not Listed	Multiple	FDA approved multiple ANDAs; WHO prequalified Abacavir (sulfate)/Lamivudine Tabl

TransData Nexus reviewed the regulatory standing of 8 leading Iron exporters from India. 6 hold US FDA facility approvals, 7 maintain WHO-GMP certification, and 0 are EU GMP compliant. 2 suppliers have received FDA regulatory actions — buyers should verify current remediation status before placing orders. For regulated markets (US, EU, Australia), prioritise suppliers with active FDA or EU GMP approvals. For semi-regulated markets (Africa, ASEAN, Latin America), WHO-GMP certification is the minimum recommended standard.

Certification status compiled from publicly available regulatory databases including FDA Orange Book, WHO Prequalification database, and EMA GMP registry. Buyers should independently verify compliance status with the relevant regulatory authority before placing orders.

TransData Nexus Research · Mar 2026

Manufacturing Hub Analysis — Vendor Proximity

India's pharmaceutical clusters relevant to Iron sourcing

1Hyderabad — Bulk Drug Capital

Hyderabad, often referred to as the "Bulk Drug Capital of India," contributes over 40% of the country's bulk drug production. This prominence is supported by a robust ecosystem of pharmaceutical companies specializing in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and intermediates. Notable firms such as A.R. Life Sciences and Hy-Gro Chemicals are headquartered here, focusing on the development and manufacturing of APIs and specialty fine chemicals. The city's infrastructure, including the Hyderabad Pharma City project, further enhances its capacity for bulk drug manufacturing.

2Ahmedabad-Vadodara — Formulations Hub

The Ahmedabad-Vadodara corridor in Gujarat is recognized as a significant hub for pharmaceutical formulations. Gujarat's pharmaceutical industry holds a 33% share in drug manufacturing and a 28% share in drug exports within India. Vadodara, in particular, hosts major pharmaceutical companies like Alembic Pharmaceuticals, which specializes in formulations for therapeutic areas such as cardiology and infectious diseases. The region's focus on formulations complements Hyderabad's bulk drug production, creating a comprehensive supply chain for iron-related pharmaceutical products.

3Mumbai-Thane-Raigad — Export Gateway

Recent M&A, Collaborations & Capacity Expansions

Industry developments among top Iron exporters from India

March 2025

M&A

Zydus Lifesciences Limited — Zydus Lifesciences to acquire Amplitude Surgical for €300 million

Zydus Lifesciences announced plans to acquire France-based Amplitude Surgical, a company specializing in lower limb orthopaedics, for approximately €300 million. Amplitude reported sales of €106 million in FY24 with an EBITDA of €27.1 million, reflecting a 25.5% margin. - IMPACT: This acquisition diversifies Zydus's portfolio into medical devices, potentially impacting its focus on iron product exports.

Impact: This acquisition diversifies Zydus's portfolio into medical devices, potentially impacting its focus on iron product exports.

TransData Nexus Industry Research · Regulatory filings and press releases · Mar 2026

Common Questions — Iron Suppliers from India

Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus

Q Which iron supplier from India is the most reliable for bulk orders?

Based on shipment frequency and export consistency, ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED leads with 432 recorded shipments worth $133.5M. UNICHEM LABORATORIES LIMITED (644 shipments) and AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED (375 shipments) are also established high-volume exporters.

Q How many iron manufacturers are there in India?

India has 943 active iron exporters with a combined export market of $487.6M across 14,943 shipments to 174 countries. The top 5 suppliers hold 65.6% of total export value.

Q What certifications should I verify?

Verify: WHO-GMP certification (most markets), US FDA approval (United States), EU GMP certificate (EU/EEA), and Free Sale Certificate from CDSCO. Always request a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Certificate of Origin (CoO).

Q What is the typical price range for iron from India?

Average FOB unit price: $6.94 per unit, ranging from $0.00 to $5929.79. Average shipment value: $32.6K.

Official References & Regulatory Resources

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Suresh Sormare

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Pharmaceutical 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.

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Primary 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.

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Manufacturing Hub Analysis — Vendor Proximity

1Hyderabad — Bulk Drug Capital

2Ahmedabad-Vadodara — Formulations Hub

3Mumbai-Thane-Raigad — Export Gateway

Recent M&A, Collaborations & Capacity Expansions

Zydus Lifesciences Limited — Zydus Lifesciences to acquire Amplitude Surgical for €300 million

Common Questions — Iron Suppliers from India

Q Which iron supplier from India is the most reliable for bulk orders?

Q How many iron manufacturers are there in India?

Q What certifications should I verify?

Q What is the typical price range for iron from India?

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