India to France: Azithromycin Export Trade Route
India has recorded 503 verified shipments of Azithromycin exported to France, representing a combined trade value of $16.6M USD. This corridor is served by 71 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $32.9K USD. The leading Indian exporter is MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, which accounts for 24% of total export value with 38 shipments worth $4.0M USD. On the buying side, PLANETPHARMA is the largest importer in France with $4.7M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD , AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED — together control 52% 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 France Azithromycin corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 503 shipments documented worth a combined $16.6M USD. The route is dominated by MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, which alone accounts for roughly 24% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's azithromycin manufacturing sector.
Across 71 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $32.9K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 79% of all shipments, consistent with azithromycin's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 19 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 27.0%, placing it at rank #15 among India's top azithromycin export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian azithromycin in France include PLANETPHARMA, PLANETPHARMA , PLANET PHARMA SA and 68 others. PLANETPHARMA is the single largest importer with 49 shipments valued at $4.7M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit19 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#15
- Annual growth+27.0%
- Demand growth+24.5%
- Regulatory ease82/100
Top 10 Indian Azithromycin Exporters to France
Showing top 10 of 71 Indian suppliers exporting Azithromycin to France, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $104.1K per shipment | 38 | $4.0M | 23.9% |
| 2 | MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $123.8K per shipment | 20 | $2.5M | 15.0% |
| 3 | AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED Avg $37.4K per shipment | 58 | $2.2M | 13.1% |
| 4 | MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $107.5K per shipment | 17 | $1.8M | 11.0% |
| 5 | IMPACT HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $22.5K per shipment | 30 | $675.3K | 4.1% |
| 6 | INDOCO REMEDIES LIMITED Avg $29.3K per shipment | 22 | $645.1K | 3.9% |
| 7 | NIYA HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $28.5K per shipment | 19 | $541.8K | 3.3% |
| 8 | AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED Avg $50.9K per shipment | 10 | $509.5K | 3.1% |
| 9 | AUROCHEM PHARMACEUTICALS (INDIA) PRIVATELIMITED Avg $12.3K per shipment | 30 | $370.1K | 2.2% |
| 10 | STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED Avg $17.2K per shipment | 19 | $326.1K | 2.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 71 Indian companies exporting azithromycin to France, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD , AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, IMPACT HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED, INDOCO REMEDIES LIMITED, NIYA HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED, AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED , AUROCHEM PHARMACEUTICALS (INDIA) PRIVATELIMITED, STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED. MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD is the dominant supplier with 38 shipments worth $4.0M USD, giving it a 24% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 52% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 71 total Indian exporters on the India to France Azithromycin export route.
Top 10 Azithromycin Importers in France
Showing top 10 of 71 known buyers in France receiving Azithromycin shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian azithromycin in France include PLANETPHARMA, PLANETPHARMA , PLANET PHARMA SA, PLANET PHARMA, PIEX SOCIETE PHARMACEUTIQUE, among 71 total buyers. The largest importer is PLANETPHARMA, accounting for $4.7M USD across 49 shipments — representing 28% of all azithromycin imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PLANETPHARMA | 49 | $4.7M | 28.3% |
| 2 | PLANETPHARMA | 20 | $2.5M | 15.0% |
| 3 | PLANET PHARMA SA | 58 | $2.2M | 13.1% |
| 4 | PLANET PHARMA | 51 | $927.4K | 5.6% |
| 5 | PIEX SOCIETE PHARMACEUTIQUE | 49 | $730.2K | 4.4% |
| 6 | PLANETPHARMA ZAC DU GRAND LAUNAY | 14 | $676.4K | 4.1% |
| 7 | NA | 18 | $655.5K | 4.0% |
| 8 | PLANET PHARMA SA | 10 | $509.5K | 3.1% |
| 9 | PLANETPHARMA E GRAND | 2 | $465.9K | 2.8% |
| 10 | M/S PLANET PHARMA | 23 | $294.5K | 1.8% |
Showing top 10 of 71 Azithromycin importers in France on this route.
Top 10 Azithromycin Formulations Imported by France
Showing top 10 of 344 product formulations shipped on the India to France Azithromycin route, ranked by trade value
France imports a wide range of azithromycin formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — AZICURE 500MG CPR B/3 (AZITHROMYCIN TAB — accounts for $1.9M USD across 11 shipments. There are 344 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 | AZICURE 500MG CPR B/3 (AZITHROMYCIN TAB | 11 | $1.9M | 11.3% |
| 2 | AZICURE 200MG 5ML SUSP ORAL F 15ML AZITHROMYCIN SUSPENSION 200MG 5ML AZIC102 1X15ML | 2 | $533.1K | 3.2% |
| 3 | AZICURE 200MG/5ML SUSP ORAL F/15ML(AZITHROMYCIN SUSPENSION 200MG/5ML) 1X1 | 8 | $514.0K | 3.1% |
| 4 | ZOCIN TAB 500MG[NETWT.OF BULKDRUG AZITHROMYCIN DIHYDRATE EP IS 198.716KGS]126400PACx1X3=379200TABLET]CONT.AS PER INVOICE | 3 | $443.9K | 2.7% |
| 5 | ZOCIN TAB 500MG[NETWT.OF BULKDRUG AZITHROMYCIN USP (DIHYDRATE) IS 134.573KGS][85600PACx1X3=256800TABLETS]CONT.AS PER INV | 1 | $287.1K | 1.7% |
| 6 | AZICURE 500MG CPR B/3 (AZITHROMYCIN TABLETS 500MG) 1X3 (70000 PAC) | 1 | $254.7K | 1.5% |
| 7 | AZICURE 500MG CPR B 3 AZITHROMYCIN 500MG TABLETS 1X3 65947 PAC | 1 | $245.0K | 1.5% |
| 8 | AZICURE 500MG CPR B 3 AZITHROMYCIN TABLETS 500MG 1X3 65645 PAC | 1 | $243.4K | 1.5% |
| 9 | AZICURE 500MG CPR B/3 (AZITHROMYCIN TABLETS 500MG) AZIC101 1X3S (65570 PAC)TBS | 3 | $242.6K | 1.5% |
| 10 | AZICURE 500 (AZITHROMYCIN 500MG TABLETS) 1X3'S (65655 PAC) | 3 | $240.7K | 1.5% |
Showing top 10 of 344 Azithromycin formulations imported by France on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 79%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 85 shipments. Transit time averages 19 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's azithromycin exports to France are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD with 38 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 71 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in France benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD , AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED — together account for 52% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $32.9K 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 azicure 200mg 5ml susp oral f 15ml azithromycin suspension 200mg 5ml azic102 1x15ml and azicure 200mg/5ml susp oral f/15ml(azithromycin suspension 200mg/5ml) 1x1, suggesting that buyers in France tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, PLANETPHARMA is the largest importer with 49 shipments worth $4.7M USD — representing 28% of all azithromycin imports from India on this route. A total of 71 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $16.6M
- Avg. Shipment
- $32.9K
- Suppliers
- 71
- Buyers
- 71
- Transit (Sea)
- ~19 days
- Annual Growth
- +27.0%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to France Azithromycin Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Azithromycin to France?
The leading Indian exporters of Azithromycin to France are MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD , AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED. MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 24% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Azithromycin exports from India to France?
India exports Azithromycin to France worth approximately $16.6M USD across 503 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $32.9K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Azithromycin to France?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 85 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 79% of shipments going by sea and 25% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to France for Azithromycin?
The average transit time for Azithromycin shipments from India to France 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 July–September.
Q Is the India to France Azithromycin trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 27.0% with demand growth tracking at 24.5%. The route is ranked #15 among India's top Azithromycin export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to France Azithromycin route?
There are currently 71 active Indian suppliers exporting Azithromycin to France. The market is moderately concentrated with MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD accounting for 24% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Azithromycin from India in France?
The leading importers of Indian Azithromycin in France include PLANETPHARMA, PLANETPHARMA , PLANET PHARMA SA, PLANET PHARMA, PIEX SOCIETE PHARMACEUTIQUE. PLANETPHARMA is the largest buyer with 49 shipments worth $4.7M 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 France export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Azithromycin.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 71 Indian exporters and 71 importers in France matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 503 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
503 Verified Shipments
71 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists