India to Nigeria: Artesunate Export Trade Route
India has recorded 249 verified shipments of Artesunate exported to Nigeria, representing a combined trade value of $8.9M USD. This corridor is served by 50 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $35.6K USD. The leading Indian exporter is LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, which accounts for 10% of total export value with 20 shipments worth $891.7K USD. On the buying side, ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD is the largest importer in Nigeria with $856.1K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, ALVITA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 28% 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 Nigeria Artesunate corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 249 shipments documented worth a combined $8.9M USD. The route is dominated by LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, which alone accounts for roughly 10% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's artesunate manufacturing sector.
Across 50 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $35.6K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 81% of all shipments, consistent with artesunate's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during April–June, with an average transit time of 19 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 21.0%, placing it at rank #9 among India's top artesunate export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian artesunate in Nigeria include ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD, ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD. , TO THE ORDER and 70 others. ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD is the single largest importer with 15 shipments valued at $856.1K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit19 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#9
- Annual growth+21.0%
- Demand growth+19.7%
- Regulatory ease86/100
Top 10 Indian Artesunate Exporters to Nigeria
Showing top 10 of 50 Indian suppliers exporting Artesunate to Nigeria, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $44.6K per shipment | 20 | $891.7K | 10.1% |
| 2 | IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED Avg $43.6K per shipment | 19 | $827.5K | 9.3% |
| 3 | ALVITA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $69.8K per shipment | 11 | $768.0K | 8.7% |
| 4 | LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $104.2K per shipment | 6 | $625.1K | 7.0% |
| 5 | LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $85.2K per shipment | 5 | $426.1K | 4.8% |
| 6 | SANGHARSH LIFECARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $35.0K per shipment | 11 | $385.1K | 4.3% |
| 7 | TRIOPLUS PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $54.8K per shipment | 7 | $383.4K | 4.3% |
| 8 | PHARMAX INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $63.3K per shipment | 6 | $380.0K | 4.3% |
| 9 | SCOTT EDIL PHARMACIA LIMITED Avg $31.5K per shipment | 11 | $346.2K | 3.9% |
| 10 | SWISS PARENTERALS LIMITED Avg $83.6K per shipment | 4 | $334.4K | 3.8% |
This table shows the top 10 of 50 Indian companies exporting artesunate to Nigeria, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, ALVITA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD , LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, SANGHARSH LIFECARE PRIVATE LIMITED, TRIOPLUS PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, PHARMAX INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, SCOTT EDIL PHARMACIA LIMITED, SWISS PARENTERALS LIMITED. LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD is the dominant supplier with 20 shipments worth $891.7K USD, giving it a 10% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 28% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 50 total Indian exporters on the India to Nigeria Artesunate export route.
Top 10 Artesunate Importers in Nigeria
Showing top 10 of 73 known buyers in Nigeria receiving Artesunate shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian artesunate in Nigeria include ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD, ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD. , TO THE ORDER, NA, CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES, among 73 total buyers. The largest importer is ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD, accounting for $856.1K USD across 15 shipments — representing 10% of all artesunate imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD | 15 | $856.1K | 9.6% |
| 2 | ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD. | 3 | $482.2K | 5.4% |
| 3 | TO THE ORDER | 11 | $450.9K | 5.1% |
| 4 | NA | 9 | $410.4K | 4.6% |
| 5 | CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES | 2 | $381.9K | 4.3% |
| 6 | TO THE ORDER OF | 13 | $343.3K | 3.9% |
| 7 | BLOCKCHAN LIMITED | 9 | $342.1K | 3.9% |
| 8 | SUITELIFE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED | 5 | $272.7K | 3.1% |
| 9 | M/S. MALVEN MEDICS INT'I LTD | 3 | $256.6K | 2.9% |
| 10 | BFIFCY PHARMACEUTICALS LTD | 9 | $240.4K | 2.7% |
Showing top 10 of 73 Artesunate importers in Nigeria on this route.
Top 10 Artesunate Formulations Imported by Nigeria
Showing top 10 of 152 product formulations shipped on the India to Nigeria Artesunate route, ranked by trade value
Nigeria imports a wide range of artesunate formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — Artesunate (Sterile) Injection 120 mg (R — accounts for $482.2K USD across 3 shipments. There are 152 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 | Artesunate (Sterile) Injection 120 mg (R | 3 | $482.2K | 5.4% |
| 2 | ARTESUNATE (STERILE) INJECTION 120 MG (REKMAL)(50144X 1X6 VIALS) | 3 | $252.8K | 2.8% |
| 3 | PHARMACEUTICAL ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM ARTESUNATE FOR I | 4 | $232.6K | 2.6% |
| 4 | PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS. ARTESUNATE 60MG INJ | 3 | $224.6K | 2.5% |
| 5 | HARMLESS MEDICINES: Artesunate 60mg powder for solution for injection 1 Vial Larinate-60 (169901x1x5ml=169901 NOS) R.B.DNOS | 3 | $206.5K | 2.3% |
| 6 | Artesunate Sterile Injection 120 mg R | 1 | $205.0K | 2.3% |
| 7 | LEVER 120MG (Artesunate Injection 120mg) Single USE Vial in a Combipack SodiumBicarbonate Injection USP, 2ml Sodium Ch | 2 | $193.3K | 2.2% |
| 8 | HARMLESS MEDICINES- Artesunate 60mg Powd | 1 | $190.9K | 2.2% |
| 9 | HARMLESS MEDICINES - Artesunate 60mg Po | 1 | $190.9K | 2.2% |
| 10 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS ARTESUNATE FOR I | 3 | $174.2K | 2.0% |
Showing top 10 of 152 Artesunate formulations imported by Nigeria on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 81%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 37 shipments. Transit time averages 19 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's artesunate exports to Nigeria are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD with 20 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 50 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Nigeria benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, ALVITA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 28% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $35.6K 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 artesunate (sterile) injection 120 mg (rekmal)(50144x 1x6 vials) and pharmaceutical article / ods / product / item artesunate for i, suggesting that buyers in Nigeria tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD is the largest importer with 15 shipments worth $856.1K USD — representing 10% of all artesunate imports from India on this route. A total of 73 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $8.9M
- Avg. Shipment
- $35.6K
- Suppliers
- 50
- Buyers
- 73
- Transit (Sea)
- ~19 days
- Annual Growth
- +21.0%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Nigeria Artesunate Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Artesunate to Nigeria?
The leading Indian exporters of Artesunate to Nigeria are LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, ALVITA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED. LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 10% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Artesunate exports from India to Nigeria?
India exports Artesunate to Nigeria worth approximately $8.9M USD across 249 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $35.6K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Artesunate to Nigeria?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 37 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 81% of shipments going by sea and 27% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Nigeria for Artesunate?
The average transit time for Artesunate shipments from India to Nigeria is approximately 19 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 India to Nigeria Artesunate trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 21.0% with demand growth tracking at 19.7%. The route is ranked #9 among India's top Artesunate export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Nigeria Artesunate route?
There are currently 50 active Indian suppliers exporting Artesunate to Nigeria. The market is moderately concentrated with LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD accounting for 10% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Artesunate from India in Nigeria?
The leading importers of Indian Artesunate in Nigeria include ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD, ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD. , TO THE ORDER, NA, CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES. ZOLON HEALTHCARE LTD is the largest buyer with 15 shipments worth $856.1K 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 Nigeria export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Artesunate.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 50 Indian exporters and 73 importers in Nigeria matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 249 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
249 Verified Shipments
50 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists