India to Philippines: Metoprolol Export Trade Route
India has recorded 62 verified shipments of Metoprolol exported to Philippines, representing a combined trade value of $835.2K USD. This corridor is served by 15 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $13.5K USD. The leading Indian exporter is AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED, which accounts for 31% of total export value with 11 shipments worth $261.3K USD. On the buying side, UNILAB INC is the largest importer in Philippines with $261.3K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED, AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED , GLOBELA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 63% 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 Metoprolol corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 62 shipments documented worth a combined $835.2K USD. The route is dominated by AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 31% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's metoprolol manufacturing sector.
Across 15 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $13.5K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 75% of all shipments, consistent with metoprolol's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during October–December, with an average transit time of 31 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 33.0%, placing it at rank #1 among India's top metoprolol export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian metoprolol in Philippines include UNILAB INC, UNILAB INC , NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC and 14 others. UNILAB INC is the single largest importer with 11 shipments valued at $261.3K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit31 days
- Peak seasonQ4
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portJNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA
Market Position
- Global rank#1
- Annual growth+33.0%
- Demand growth+29.3%
- Regulatory ease78/100
Top 10 Indian Metoprolol Exporters to Philippines
Showing top 10 of 15 Indian suppliers exporting Metoprolol to Philippines, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED Avg $23.8K per shipment | 11 | $261.3K | 31.3% |
| 2 | AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED Avg $18.4K per shipment | 9 | $165.6K | 19.8% |
| 3 | GLOBELA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $10.7K per shipment | 9 | $96.0K | 11.5% |
| 4 | BDH HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $15.3K per shipment | 6 | $91.8K | 11.0% |
| 5 | CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $11.2K per shipment | 7 | $78.6K | 9.4% |
| 6 | BDH HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $12.8K per shipment | 2 | $25.5K | 3.1% |
| 7 | SHREEJI IMPEX Avg $6.0K per shipment | 4 | $23.9K | 2.9% |
| 8 | ZIM LABORATORIES LIMITED. Avg $7.9K per shipment | 3 | $23.8K | 2.8% |
| 9 | CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $11.2K per shipment | 2 | $22.4K | 2.7% |
| 10 | ZIM LABORATORIES LIMITED. Avg $7.9K per shipment | 2 | $15.9K | 1.9% |
This table shows the top 10 of 15 Indian companies exporting metoprolol to Philippines, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED, AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED , GLOBELA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, BDH HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED , CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, BDH HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED, SHREEJI IMPEX, ZIM LABORATORIES LIMITED. , CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED , ZIM LABORATORIES LIMITED.. AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 11 shipments worth $261.3K USD, giving it a 31% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 63% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 15 total Indian exporters on the India to Philippines Metoprolol export route.
Top 10 Metoprolol Importers in Philippines
Showing top 10 of 17 known buyers in Philippines receiving Metoprolol shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian metoprolol in Philippines include UNILAB INC, UNILAB INC , NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC , AMB HK Enterprises Inc, PHILGEN PHARMACEUTICALS,INC., among 17 total buyers. The largest importer is UNILAB INC, accounting for $261.3K USD across 11 shipments — representing 31% of all metoprolol imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UNILAB INC | 11 | $261.3K | 31.3% |
| 2 | UNILAB INC | 9 | $165.6K | 19.8% |
| 3 | NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC | 8 | $107.7K | 12.9% |
| 4 | AMB HK Enterprises Inc | 5 | $64.9K | 7.8% |
| 5 | PHILGEN PHARMACEUTICALS,INC. | 5 | $63.3K | 7.6% |
| 6 | NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC | 3 | $25.8K | 3.1% |
| 7 | NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC NO.5 KM. 18 | 4 | $23.9K | 2.9% |
| 8 | PHILGEN PHARMACEUTICALS,INC. | 2 | $22.4K | 2.7% |
| 9 | AMB HK ENTERPRISES INC | 2 | $17.3K | 2.1% |
| 10 | I.E. MEDICA INC. | 2 | $15.9K | 1.9% |
Showing top 10 of 17 Metoprolol importers in Philippines on this route.
Top 10 Metoprolol Formulations Imported by Philippines
Showing top 10 of 37 product formulations shipped on the India to Philippines Metoprolol route, ranked by trade value
Philippines imports a wide range of metoprolol formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — PROMETIN (METOPROLOL TARTRATE TABLETS 50 — accounts for $91.8K USD across 6 shipments. There are 37 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 | PROMETIN (METOPROLOL TARTRATE TABLETS 50 | 6 | $91.8K | 11.0% |
| 2 | CARDIOSEL-OD ER TAB 50MG METOPROLOL SUCC | 4 | $70.7K | 8.5% |
| 3 | CARDIOSEL-OD ER 50 MG (METOPROLOL SUCCINATE USP EX TENDED RELEASE TABLETS 50MG)(13392 X 10 X 10= 1339200 TABL | 2 | $64.8K | 7.8% |
| 4 | CARDIOSEL OD ER TAB 50 MG METOPROLOL SUCCINATE USP EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS 50 MG 13312 X 10 X 10 1331200 T | 2 | $61.9K | 7.4% |
| 5 | METOPROLOL TARTRATE 50 MG TABLET (PROLOL) | 5 | $51.1K | 6.1% |
| 6 | CARDIOSEL-OD ER 50MG( METOPROLOL SUCCINATE USP EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS 50 MG)(19631 X 10 X 10=1963100 TABLET | 3 | $46.5K | 5.6% |
| 7 | CARDIOSEL-OD ER TAB 50MG[METOPROLOL SUCC | 1 | $43.4K | 5.2% |
| 8 | CARDIOSEL-OD ER TAB 50MG (METOPROLOL SUCCINATE USP EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS 50 MG)(13184 X 10 X 10 = 1318400 TABLETS)(EANOS | 1 | $30.6K | 3.7% |
| 9 | CARDIOSEL OD ER TAB 50MG METOPROLOL SUCCINATE USP EXTENDED RELEASETABLETS 50 MG 13293 X 10 X 10 1329300 T | 1 | $30.1K | 3.6% |
| 10 | CARDIOSEL-OD ER TAB 50MG (METOPROLOL SUC | 3 | $30.0K | 3.6% |
Showing top 10 of 37 Metoprolol formulations imported by Philippines on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 75%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
JNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA handles the highest volume with 16 shipments. Transit time averages 31 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's metoprolol exports to Philippines are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED with 11 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 15 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 — AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED, AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED , GLOBELA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 63% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $13.5K 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 cardiosel-od er tab 50mg metoprolol succ and cardiosel-od er 50 mg (metoprolol succinate usp ex tended release tablets 50mg)(13392 x 10 x 10= 1339200 tabl, suggesting that buyers in Philippines tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, UNILAB INC is the largest importer with 11 shipments worth $261.3K USD — representing 31% of all metoprolol imports from India on this route. A total of 17 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $835.2K
- Avg. Shipment
- $13.5K
- Suppliers
- 15
- Buyers
- 17
- Transit (Sea)
- ~31 days
- Annual Growth
- +33.0%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Philippines Metoprolol Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Metoprolol to Philippines?
The leading Indian exporters of Metoprolol to Philippines are AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED, AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED , GLOBELA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED. AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 31% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Metoprolol exports from India to Philippines?
India exports Metoprolol to Philippines worth approximately $835.2K USD across 62 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $13.5K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Metoprolol to Philippines?
The most active port of origin is JNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA with 16 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 75% of shipments going by sea and 23% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Philippines for Metoprolol?
The average transit time for Metoprolol shipments from India to Philippines is approximately 31 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 Philippines Metoprolol trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 33.0% with demand growth tracking at 29.3%. The route is ranked #1 among India's top Metoprolol export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Philippines Metoprolol route?
There are currently 15 active Indian suppliers exporting Metoprolol to Philippines. The market is moderately concentrated with AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED accounting for 31% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Metoprolol from India in Philippines?
The leading importers of Indian Metoprolol in Philippines include UNILAB INC, UNILAB INC , NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC , AMB HK Enterprises Inc, PHILGEN PHARMACEUTICALS,INC.. UNILAB INC is the largest buyer with 11 shipments worth $261.3K 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 Metoprolol.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 15 Indian exporters and 17 importers in Philippines matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 62 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
62 Verified Shipments
15 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists