India to Malta: Prednisone Export Trade Route
India has recorded 9 verified shipments of Prednisone exported to Malta, representing a combined trade value of $297.9K USD. This corridor is served by 1 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $33.1K USD. The leading Indian exporter is APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED, which accounts for 100% of total export value with 9 shipments worth $297.9K USD. On the buying side, XXL SXXFT XXRVIXXS (XXLTAXXLIMITEDXX is the largest importer in Malta with $178.3K USD in purchases. All data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records. Values reported in FOB USD.
Route Intelligence Overview
The India to Malta Prednisone corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 9 shipments documented worth a combined $297.9K USD. The route is dominated by APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 100% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's prednisone manufacturing sector.
Across 1 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $33.1K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 72% of all shipments, consistent with prednisone's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 33 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 22.5%, placing it at rank #10 among India's top prednisone export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian prednisone in Malta include XXL SXXFT XXRVIXXS (XXLTAXXLIMITEDXX, APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LIMITED, APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD. XXL SXXFT XXRVIXXS (XXLTAXXLIMITEDXX is the single largest importer with 4 shipments valued at $178.3K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit33 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portAPIIC LIMITED -NAIDUPETA SEZ
Market Position
- Global rank#10
- Annual growth+22.5%
- Demand growth+19.1%
- Regulatory ease73/100
Top 10 Indian Prednisone Exporters to Malta
Showing top 10 of 1 Indian suppliers exporting Prednisone to Malta, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED Avg $33.1K per shipment | 9 | $297.9K | 100.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 1 Indian companies exporting prednisone to Malta, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED. APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 9 shipments worth $297.9K USD, giving it a 100% market share.
Top 10 Prednisone Importers in Malta
Showing top 10 of 3 known buyers in Malta receiving Prednisone shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian prednisone in Malta include XXL SXXFT XXRVIXXS (XXLTAXXLIMITEDXX, APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LIMITED, APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD. The largest importer is XXL SXXFT XXRVIXXS (XXLTAXXLIMITEDXX, accounting for $178.3K USD across 4 shipments — representing 60% of all prednisone imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | XXL SXXFT XXRVIXXS (XXLTAXXLIMITEDXX | 4 | $178.3K | 59.8% |
| 2 | APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LIMITED | 3 | $95.2K | 32.0% |
| 3 | APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD | 2 | $24.4K | 8.2% |
Top 10 Prednisone Formulations Imported by Malta
Showing top 10 of 3 product formulations shipped on the India to Malta Prednisone route, ranked by trade value
Malta imports a wide range of prednisone formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — PREDNISONE TABLETS USP 20 MG — accounts for $179.3K USD across 5 shipments. A total of 3 product variants have been identified in the shipment records.
| Rank | Product Formulation | Shipments | Trade Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PREDNISONE TABLETS USP 20 MG | 5 | $179.3K | 60.2% |
| 2 | PREDNISONE TABLETS 5 MG | 2 | $94.2K | 31.6% |
| 3 | PREDNISONE TABLETS USP 5 MG | 2 | $24.4K | 8.2% |
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 72%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
APIIC LIMITED -NAIDUPETA SEZ handles the highest volume with 4 shipments. Transit time averages 33 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's prednisone exports to Malta are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED with 9 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 — buyers in Malta benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $33.1K 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 prednisone tablets 5 mg and prednisone tablets usp 5 mg, suggesting that buyers in Malta tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, XXL SXXFT XXRVIXXS (XXLTAXXLIMITEDXX is the largest importer with 4 shipments worth $178.3K USD — representing 60% of all prednisone imports from India on this route.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $297.9K
- Avg. Shipment
- $33.1K
- Suppliers
- 1
- Buyers
- 3
- Transit (Sea)
- ~33 days
- Annual Growth
- +22.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Malta Prednisone Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Prednisone to Malta?
The leading Indian exporters of Prednisone to Malta are APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED. APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 100% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Prednisone exports from India to Malta?
India exports Prednisone to Malta worth approximately $297.9K USD across 9 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $33.1K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Prednisone to Malta?
The most active port of origin is APIIC LIMITED -NAIDUPETA SEZ with 4 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 72% of shipments going by sea and 20% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Malta for Prednisone?
The average transit time for Prednisone shipments from India to Malta is approximately 33 days. Sea freight typically takes longer, while air freight can reduce this significantly for urgent orders. Peak shipping activity is observed during July–September.
Q Is the India to Malta Prednisone trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 22.5% with demand growth tracking at 19.1%. The route is ranked #10 among India's top Prednisone export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Malta Prednisone route?
There are currently 1 active Indian suppliers exporting Prednisone to Malta. The market is moderately concentrated with APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED accounting for 100% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Prednisone from India in Malta?
The leading importers of Indian Prednisone in Malta include XXL SXXFT XXRVIXXS (XXLTAXXLIMITEDXX, APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LIMITED, APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD. XXL SXXFT XXRVIXXS (XXLTAXXLIMITEDXX is the largest buyer with 4 shipments worth $178.3K 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 Malta export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Prednisone.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 1 Indian exporters and 3 importers in Malta matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 9 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
9 Verified Shipments
1 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists