India to Philippines: Zinc Export Trade Route
India has recorded 80 verified shipments of Zinc exported to Philippines, representing a combined trade value of $3.3M USD. This corridor is served by 24 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $40.9K USD. The leading Indian exporter is BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED, which accounts for 38% of total export value with 7 shipments worth $1.3M USD. On the buying side, NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC is the largest importer in Philippines with $2.4M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED, BDH HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED, PREMIER NUTRACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 82% 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 Zinc corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 80 shipments documented worth a combined $3.3M USD. The route is dominated by BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 38% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's zinc manufacturing sector.
Across 24 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $40.9K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 82% of all shipments, consistent with zinc's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 15 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 12.1%, placing it at rank #3 among India's top zinc export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian zinc in Philippines include NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC, MULTICARE PHARMACEUTICALS PHILS INC, AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATI and 21 others. NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC is the single largest importer with 11 shipments valued at $2.4M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit15 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portJNPT
Market Position
- Global rank#3
- Annual growth+12.1%
- Demand growth+10.8%
- Regulatory ease86/100
Top 10 Indian Zinc Exporters to Philippines
Showing top 10 of 24 Indian suppliers exporting Zinc to Philippines, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $179.5K per shipment | 7 | $1.3M | 38.4% |
| 2 | BDH HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $393.4K per shipment | 3 | $1.2M | 36.1% |
| 3 | PREMIER NUTRACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $31.8K per shipment | 8 | $254.3K | 7.8% |
| 4 | VIRCHOW HEALTH CARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $53.6K per shipment | 3 | $160.8K | 4.9% |
| 5 | VIRCHOW HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $49.4K per shipment | 2 | $98.7K | 3.0% |
| 6 | PREMIER NUTRACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $32.2K per shipment | 3 | $96.5K | 2.9% |
| 7 | VIRCHOW HEALTH CARE PVT LTD Avg $53.1K per shipment | 1 | $53.1K | 1.6% |
| 8 | CHROME RO SYSTEM Avg $32.0K per shipment | 1 | $32.0K | 1.0% |
| 9 | FORTCAPS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $28.1K per shipment | 1 | $28.1K | 0.9% |
| 10 | ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED Avg $4.9K per shipment | 4 | $19.6K | 0.6% |
This table shows the top 10 of 24 Indian companies exporting zinc to Philippines, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED, BDH HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED, PREMIER NUTRACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, VIRCHOW HEALTH CARE PRIVATE LIMITED, VIRCHOW HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED, PREMIER NUTRACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED , VIRCHOW HEALTH CARE PVT LTD, CHROME RO SYSTEM , FORTCAPS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED , ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED. BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 7 shipments worth $1.3M USD, giving it a 38% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 82% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 24 total Indian exporters on the India to Philippines Zinc export route.
Top 10 Zinc Importers in Philippines
Showing top 10 of 24 known buyers in Philippines receiving Zinc shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian zinc in Philippines include NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC, MULTICARE PHARMACEUTICALS PHILS INC, AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATI, AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, MULTICARE PHARMACEUTICALS PHILS INC , among 24 total buyers. The largest importer is NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC, accounting for $2.4M USD across 11 shipments — representing 75% of all zinc imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC | 11 | $2.4M | 74.6% |
| 2 | MULTICARE PHARMACEUTICALS PHILS INC | 7 | $222.3K | 6.8% |
| 3 | AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATI | 3 | $187.8K | 5.7% |
| 4 | AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION | 3 | $124.9K | 3.8% |
| 5 | MULTICARE PHARMACEUTICALS PHILS INC | 2 | $64.5K | 2.0% |
| 6 | MULTICARE PHARMACEUTICALS PHILLIPPI | 2 | $64.0K | 2.0% |
| 7 | MULTICARE PHARMACEUTICALS PHILIPPI | 1 | $32.0K | 1.0% |
| 8 | NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC | 5 | $30.4K | 0.9% |
| 9 | ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHILIPPINES INC. | 4 | $19.6K | 0.6% |
| 10 | NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC, NO.5 KM. 18 | 1 | $17.3K | 0.5% |
Showing top 10 of 24 Zinc importers in Philippines on this route.
Top 10 Zinc Formulations Imported by Philippines
Showing top 10 of 62 product formulations shipped on the India to Philippines Zinc route, ranked by trade value
Philippines imports a wide range of zinc formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS HARMLESS MEDICINE, ASCORSAPH-ZEE(ASCORBIC ACID & ZINC 500MG/10MG CAPSULES)(PACK OF 12600 X10X10 — accounts for $1.2M USD across 1 shipments. There are 62 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 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS HARMLESS MEDICINE, ASCORSAPH-ZEE(ASCORBIC ACID & ZINC 500MG/10MG CAPSULES)(PACK OF 12600 X10X10 | 1 | $1.2M | 35.6% |
| 2 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS HARMLESS MEDICINE, ASCORSAPH-ZEE (ASCORBIC ACID & ZINC 500 MG/10 MG CAPSULES)(PACK OF 10 X 10 C) | 1 | $655.7K | 20.0% |
| 3 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS HARMLESS MEDICINE, ASCORSAPH-ZEE (ASCORBIC ACID & ZINC 500 MG / 10 MG CAPSULES) | 1 | $585.4K | 17.9% |
| 4 | CALPREM TABLETS (CALCIUM+CALCITRIOL+ZINC | 6 | $192.2K | 5.9% |
| 5 | HEME-UP FA CARBONYL IRON + ZINC SULFATE+ FOLIC ACID 50MG/61.8MG/500MCG CAPSULES-HARMLESS PHARMA PRODUCTS-30S | 2 | $161.3K | 4.9% |
| 6 | HEME-UP FA (IRON + ZINC + FOLIC ACID 50MG/22.5MG/500MCG CAPSULES)-PHARMA PRODUCTS-30S | 1 | $72.3K | 2.2% |
| 7 | CALPREM TABLETS (CALCIUM+CALCITRIOL+ZINC)BY 100S (EQUAL TO 8000 BOXES),BATCH NO.PCA 1701,MFG DT.FEB 2025 EXP DT.JAN 2027 | 2 | $63.6K | 1.9% |
| 8 | CALPREM TABLETS (CALCIUM+CALCITRIOL+ZINC | 1 | $32.0K | 1.0% |
| 9 | CALPREM TABLETS(CALCIUM+CALCITRIOL+ZINC) 100`S(8000 BOXES) BATCH NO-PCA 1602 MFG DATE FEB 2024 EXP DATE JAN 2026 | 1 | $32.0K | 1.0% |
| 10 | CALPREM TABLETS CALCIUM CALCITRIOL ZINC BY 100S EQUAL TO 8000 BOXES BATCH NO PCA 1702 MFG DT APR 2025 EXP DT MAR 2027 | 1 | $31.5K | 1.0% |
Showing top 10 of 62 Zinc 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 82%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
JNPT handles the highest volume with 16 shipments. Transit time averages 15 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's zinc exports to Philippines are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED with 7 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 24 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 — BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED, BDH HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED, PREMIER NUTRACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 82% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $40.9K 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 pharmaceutical products harmless medicine, ascorsaph-zee (ascorbic acid & zinc 500 mg/10 mg capsules)(pack of 10 x 10 c) and pharmaceutical products harmless medicine, ascorsaph-zee (ascorbic acid & zinc 500 mg / 10 mg capsules), suggesting that buyers in Philippines tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC is the largest importer with 11 shipments worth $2.4M USD — representing 75% of all zinc imports from India on this route. A total of 24 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $3.3M
- Avg. Shipment
- $40.9K
- Suppliers
- 24
- Buyers
- 24
- Transit (Sea)
- ~15 days
- Annual Growth
- +12.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Philippines Zinc Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Zinc to Philippines?
The leading Indian exporters of Zinc to Philippines are BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED, BDH HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED, PREMIER NUTRACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED. BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 38% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Zinc exports from India to Philippines?
India exports Zinc to Philippines worth approximately $3.3M USD across 80 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $40.9K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Zinc to Philippines?
The most active port of origin is JNPT with 16 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 82% of shipments going by sea and 28% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Philippines for Zinc?
The average transit time for Zinc shipments from India to Philippines is approximately 15 days. Sea freight typically takes longer, while air freight can reduce this significantly for urgent orders. Peak shipping activity is observed during January–March.
Q Is the India to Philippines Zinc trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 12.1% with demand growth tracking at 10.8%. The route is ranked #3 among India's top Zinc export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Philippines Zinc route?
There are currently 24 active Indian suppliers exporting Zinc to Philippines. The market is moderately concentrated with BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED accounting for 38% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Zinc from India in Philippines?
The leading importers of Indian Zinc in Philippines include NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC, MULTICARE PHARMACEUTICALS PHILS INC, AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATI, AMBICA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION, MULTICARE PHARMACEUTICALS PHILS INC . NELPA LIFESCIENCES INC is the largest buyer with 11 shipments worth $2.4M 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 Zinc.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 24 Indian exporters and 24 importers in Philippines matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 80 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
80 Verified Shipments
24 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists