{"id":1300697,"date":"2025-09-26T10:28:21","date_gmt":"2025-09-26T04:58:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/?p=1300697"},"modified":"2025-09-26T10:29:05","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T04:59:05","slug":"trump-imposes-100-tariff-on-imported-medicines-will-india-be-impacted","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/trak.in\/stories\/trump-imposes-100-tariff-on-imported-medicines-will-india-be-impacted\/","title":{"rendered":"Trump Imposes 100% Tariff On Imported Medicines: Will India Be Impacted?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In a major trade policy shift, US President Donald Trump announced a 100% tariff on branded and patented pharmaceutical imports starting October 1. The tariffs aim to push companies to build manufacturing plants within the US, defined as projects \u201cbreaking ground\u201d or \u201cunder construction.\u201d America imported $233 billion worth of pharma products in 2024, and doubling prices could heavily impact healthcare costs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Why India Is Vulnerable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

India, often called the \u201cPharmacy of the World,\u201d accounts for 20% of global generic supply<\/a> and 60% of vaccines. With 31% of its $30 billion exports headed to the US, the country\u2019s pharmaceutical sector is deeply tied to the American market. Companies like Sun Pharma, Lupin, and Dr Reddy\u2019s supply affordable generics \u2014 nine out of ten US prescriptions rely on such low-cost medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Industry Warns of Supply Disruptions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Indian exporters fear the tariffs could disrupt drug supplies, especially for essential medicines treating chronic conditions. They warn that US patients may suffer from shortages, as replacing Indian supply chains could take up to five years. Industry experts also caution that the US might become more dependent on China for medicines, raising national security concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Resilience and New Opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Despite the risks, Indian pharma leaders see potential silver linings. Companies are accelerating diversification into new markets, boosting R&D investment, and seeking fresh partnerships. Some believe the tariffs could spur India\u2019s self-reliance and innovation in the pharmaceutical space, even as they challenge existing trade dynamics.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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