India to Australia: Tacrolimus Export Trade Route
India has recorded 113 verified shipments of Tacrolimus exported to Australia, representing a combined trade value of $4.1M USD. This corridor is served by 16 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $36.2K USD. The leading Indian exporter is SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED, which accounts for 49% of total export value with 33 shipments worth $2.0M USD. On the buying side, SANDOZ PTY LTD is the largest importer in Australia with $1.2M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED, SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED — together control 89% 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 Australia Tacrolimus corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 113 shipments documented worth a combined $4.1M USD. The route is dominated by SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 49% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's tacrolimus manufacturing sector.
Across 16 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $36.2K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 78% of all shipments, consistent with tacrolimus'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 25.7%, placing it at rank #6 among India's top tacrolimus export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian tacrolimus in Australia include SANDOZ PTY LTD, SANDOZ PTY LTD , SANDOZ PTY LIMITED and 30 others. SANDOZ PTY LTD is the single largest importer with 22 shipments valued at $1.2M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit31 days
- Peak seasonQ4
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#6
- Annual growth+25.7%
- Demand growth+21.6%
- Regulatory ease81/100
Top 10 Indian Tacrolimus Exporters to Australia
Showing top 10 of 16 Indian suppliers exporting Tacrolimus to Australia, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $60.9K per shipment | 33 | $2.0M | 49.2% |
| 2 | SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $75.5K per shipment | 19 | $1.4M | 35.1% |
| 3 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $31.3K per shipment | 6 | $187.5K | 4.6% |
| 4 | STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED Avg $29.4K per shipment | 6 | $176.6K | 4.3% |
| 5 | STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED Avg $34.0K per shipment | 5 | $169.9K | 4.2% |
| 6 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $36.0K per shipment | 2 | $72.0K | 1.8% |
| 7 | FACT . KRS GARDENS, Avg $29.7K per shipment | 1 | $29.7K | 0.7% |
| 8 | KINGS GLOBAL BIOTECH LIMITED Avg $530 per shipment | 5 | $2.6K | 0.1% |
| 9 | JPC GLOBAL Avg $102 per shipment | 13 | $1.3K | 0.0% |
| 10 | SYNERGY TRADING Avg $294 per shipment | 2 | $589 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 16 Indian companies exporting tacrolimus to Australia, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED, SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED , STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, FACT . KRS GARDENS,, KINGS GLOBAL BIOTECH LIMITED, JPC GLOBAL, SYNERGY TRADING. SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 33 shipments worth $2.0M USD, giving it a 49% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 89% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 16 total Indian exporters on the India to Australia Tacrolimus export route.
Top 10 Tacrolimus Importers in Australia
Showing top 10 of 33 known buyers in Australia receiving Tacrolimus shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian tacrolimus in Australia include SANDOZ PTY LTD, SANDOZ PTY LTD , SANDOZ PTY LIMITED, SANDOZ PTY LTD., SANDOZ PTY LTD. , among 33 total buyers. The largest importer is SANDOZ PTY LTD, accounting for $1.2M USD across 22 shipments — representing 30% of all tacrolimus imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SANDOZ PTY LTD | 22 | $1.2M | 30.4% |
| 2 | SANDOZ PTY LTD | 11 | $1.0M | 24.7% |
| 3 | SANDOZ PTY LIMITED | 4 | $420.4K | 10.3% |
| 4 | SANDOZ PTY LTD. | 7 | $345.9K | 8.5% |
| 5 | SANDOZ PTY LTD. | 4 | $299.0K | 7.3% |
| 6 | ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD, | 6 | $176.6K | 4.3% |
| 7 | ALPHAPHARM PTY LIMITED | 6 | $164.5K | 4.0% |
| 8 | Sandoz Pty Ltd | 4 | $125.3K | 3.1% |
| 9 | TO THE ORDER | 2 | $95.0K | 2.3% |
| 10 | ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD, | 2 | $82.8K | 2.0% |
Showing top 10 of 33 Tacrolimus importers in Australia on this route.
Top 10 Tacrolimus Formulations Imported by Australia
Showing top 10 of 74 product formulations shipped on the India to Australia Tacrolimus route, ranked by trade value
Australia imports a wide range of tacrolimus formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG 100HGC AUN MATERIAL NO. - 44022192 — accounts for $782.8K USD across 6 shipments. There are 74 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 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG 100HGC AUN MATERIAL NO. - 44022192 | 6 | $782.8K | 19.2% |
| 2 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG 100HGC AUN MATERIAL N | 6 | $781.3K | 19.1% |
| 3 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 5MG 50HGC AUN MATERIAL NO | 5 | $269.7K | 6.6% |
| 4 | Material No. - 44022192 TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG 100HGC AUN | 1 | $179.3K | 4.4% |
| 5 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 2MG 100HGC AU MATERIAL NO. - 44064212 | 4 | $177.1K | 4.3% |
| 6 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 0.5MG 100HGC AUN MATERIAL | 3 | $136.1K | 3.3% |
| 7 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 5MG 50HGC AUN MATERIAL NO. - 44022193 | 2 | $109.1K | 2.7% |
| 8 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 2MG 100HGC AU MATERIAL NO | 3 | $102.6K | 2.5% |
| 9 | MATERIAL NO-44022192 TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG100HGC AUN | 1 | $97.1K | 2.4% |
| 10 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 0.5MG 100HGC AUN MATERIALNO. - 44022194 | 1 | $96.0K | 2.3% |
Showing top 10 of 74 Tacrolimus formulations imported by Australia on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 78%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 26 shipments. Transit time averages 31 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's tacrolimus exports to Australia are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED with 33 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 16 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Australia benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED, SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED — together account for 89% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $36.2K 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 tacrolimus sdz 1mg 100hgc aun material n and tacrolimus sdz 5mg 50hgc aun material no , suggesting that buyers in Australia tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, SANDOZ PTY LTD is the largest importer with 22 shipments worth $1.2M USD — representing 30% of all tacrolimus imports from India on this route. A total of 33 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $4.1M
- Avg. Shipment
- $36.2K
- Suppliers
- 16
- Buyers
- 33
- Transit (Sea)
- ~31 days
- Annual Growth
- +25.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Australia Tacrolimus Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Tacrolimus to Australia?
The leading Indian exporters of Tacrolimus to Australia are SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED, SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 49% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Tacrolimus exports from India to Australia?
India exports Tacrolimus to Australia worth approximately $4.1M USD across 113 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $36.2K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Tacrolimus to Australia?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 26 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 78% of shipments going by sea and 25% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Australia for Tacrolimus?
The average transit time for Tacrolimus shipments from India to Australia 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 Australia Tacrolimus trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 25.7% with demand growth tracking at 21.6%. The route is ranked #6 among India's top Tacrolimus export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Australia Tacrolimus route?
There are currently 16 active Indian suppliers exporting Tacrolimus to Australia. The market is moderately concentrated with SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED accounting for 49% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Tacrolimus from India in Australia?
The leading importers of Indian Tacrolimus in Australia include SANDOZ PTY LTD, SANDOZ PTY LTD , SANDOZ PTY LIMITED, SANDOZ PTY LTD., SANDOZ PTY LTD. . SANDOZ PTY LTD is the largest buyer with 22 shipments worth $1.2M 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 Australia export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Tacrolimus.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 16 Indian exporters and 33 importers in Australia matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 113 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
113 Verified Shipments
16 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists