South Africa to India: Phenylephrine Import Trade Route
India has recorded 1 verified shipments of Phenylephrine imported from South Africa, representing a combined trade value of $74 USD. This corridor is served by 1 active South Africa exporters, with an average shipment value of $74 USD. The leading South Africa supplier is ACCORD HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD, which accounts for 100% of total import value with 1 shipments worth $74 USD. On the buying side, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED is the largest Indian importer with $74 USD in purchases. All data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill of entry records. Values reported in FOB USD.
Route Intelligence Overview
The South Africa to India Phenylephrine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical import routes from South Africa, with 1 shipments documented worth a combined $74 USD. The route is dominated by ACCORD HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD, which alone accounts for roughly 100% of all import value, reflecting the consolidated nature of South Africa's phenylephrine export sector.
Across 1 active South Africa suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $74 USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 84% of all shipments, consistent with phenylephrine's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
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 #17 among India's top phenylephrine import origins globally.
On the Indian buyer side, key Indian importers include INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED is the single largest Indian importer with 1 shipments valued at $74 USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit25 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top port of entrySAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4)
Market Position
- Global rank#17
- Annual growth+24.4%
- Demand growth+22.5%
- Regulatory ease88/100
Top 10 Phenylephrine Exporters from South Africa to India
Showing top 10 of 1 South Africa suppliers exporting Phenylephrine to India, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (South Africa Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD Avg $74 per shipment | 1 | $74 | 100.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 1 South Africa companies exporting phenylephrine to India, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: ACCORD HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD. ACCORD HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD is the dominant supplier with 1 shipments worth $74 USD, giving it a 100% market share.
Top 10 Indian Phenylephrine Importers from South Africa
Showing top 10 of 1 known Indian buyers receiving Phenylephrine shipments from South Africa, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading Indian importers of South Africa phenylephrine include INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. The largest importer is INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, accounting for $74 USD across 1 shipments — representing 100% of all phenylephrine imports from South Africa on this route.
| Rank | Indian Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED | 1 | $74 | 100.0% |
Top 10 Phenylephrine Formulations Imported from South Africa
Showing top 10 of 1 product formulations shipped on the South Africa to India Phenylephrine route, ranked by trade value
India imports a wide range of phenylephrine formulations from South Africa, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE SOLUTION FOR INJECTION 10MG/ML (4 PACKS 20 AMPOULES)(R&D )(FOC) TL: SW/OD/11/2025/000009087PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE SOLUTION FOR INJECTION 10MG/ML ( — accounts for $74 USD across 1 shipments. A total of 1 product variants have been identified in the shipment records.
| Rank | Product Formulation | Shipments | Trade Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE SOLUTION FOR INJECTION 10MG/ML (4 PACKS 20 AMPOULES)(R&D )(FOC) TL: SW/OD/11/2025/000009087PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE SOLUTION FOR INJECTION 10MG/ML ( | 1 | $74 | 100.0% |
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 84%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Indian Ports of Entry
SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) handles the highest volume with 1 shipments. Transit time averages 25 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's phenylephrine imports from South Africa are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale South Africa manufacturers. ACCORD HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD with 1 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 1 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — Indian buyers benefit from South Africa supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — ACCORD HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $74 USD reflects a mix of bulk commercial orders and smaller specialty shipments.
On the buying side, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED is the largest importer with 1 shipments worth $74 USD — representing 100% of all phenylephrine imports from South Africa on this route.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $74
- Avg. Shipment
- $74
- Suppliers
- 1
- Buyers
- 1
- Transit (Sea)
- ~25 days
- Annual Growth
- +24.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions — South Africa to India Phenylephrine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which South Africa companies export Phenylephrine to India?
The leading South Africa exporters of Phenylephrine to India are ACCORD HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD. ACCORD HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 100% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Phenylephrine imports from South Africa to India?
India imports Phenylephrine from South Africa worth approximately $74 USD across 1 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $74 USD.
Q Which Indian ports receive Phenylephrine from South Africa?
The most active Indian port of entry is SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) with 1 shipments. South Africa exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 84% of shipments going by sea and 29% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from South Africa to India for Phenylephrine?
The average transit time for Phenylephrine shipments from South Africa to India 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 South Africa to India Phenylephrine import 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 #17 among India's top Phenylephrine import origins globally.
Q How many South Africa suppliers are active on this Phenylephrine import route?
There are currently 1 active South Africa suppliers exporting Phenylephrine to India. The market is moderately concentrated with ACCORD HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD accounting for 100% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main Indian importers of Phenylephrine from South Africa?
The leading Indian importers of Phenylephrine from South Africa include INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED is the largest buyer with 1 shipments worth $74 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 South Africa export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Phenylephrine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 1 Indian exporters and 1 importers in South Africa matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 1 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
1 Verified Shipments
1 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists