India to Iraq: Azithromycin Export Trade Route
India has recorded 272 verified shipments of Azithromycin exported to Iraq, representing a combined trade value of $16.8M USD. This corridor is served by 64 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $61.7K USD. The leading Indian exporter is MICRO LABS LIMITED, which accounts for 56% of total export value with 7 shipments worth $9.5M USD. On the buying side, HAWKARY PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY# is the largest importer in Iraq with $9.1M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — MICRO LABS LIMITED, AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED, BRAWN LABORATORIES LIMITED — together control 70% 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 Iraq Azithromycin corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 272 shipments documented worth a combined $16.8M USD. The route is dominated by MICRO LABS LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 56% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's azithromycin manufacturing sector.
Across 64 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $61.7K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Freight is split between sea (68%) and air (17%), suggesting a mix of scheduled bulk orders and time-sensitive consignments.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 17 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 12.0%, placing it at rank #20 among India's top azithromycin export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian azithromycin in Iraq include HAWKARY PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY#, HAWKARY PHARMACEUITCAL CO, AL FARAKED SCIENTIFIC BUREAU and 84 others. HAWKARY PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY# is the single largest importer with 2 shipments valued at $9.1M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit17 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeMulti-modal
- Top portJNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA
Market Position
- Global rank#20
- Annual growth+12.0%
- Demand growth+10.7%
- Regulatory ease69/100
Top 10 Indian Azithromycin Exporters to Iraq
Showing top 10 of 64 Indian suppliers exporting Azithromycin to Iraq, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MICRO LABS LIMITED Avg $1.4M per shipment | 7 | $9.5M | 56.3% |
| 2 | AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED Avg $59.2K per shipment | 26 | $1.5M | 9.2% |
| 3 | BRAWN LABORATORIES LIMITED Avg $118.0K per shipment | 7 | $826.3K | 4.9% |
| 4 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $211.9K per shipment | 3 | $635.7K | 3.8% |
| 5 | SCOTT EDIL PHARMACIA LIMITED Avg $54.9K per shipment | 9 | $493.9K | 2.9% |
| 6 | CITRO PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $17.6K per shipment | 27 | $475.2K | 2.8% |
| 7 | MARKSANS PHARMA LIMITED Avg $19.3K per shipment | 19 | $367.5K | 2.2% |
| 8 | IND SWIFT LIMITED Avg $35.2K per shipment | 9 | $316.4K | 1.9% |
| 9 | STRIVER ENTERPRISE Avg $241.6K per shipment | 1 | $241.6K | 1.4% |
| 10 | MICRO LABS LIMITED Avg $55.4K per shipment | 4 | $221.4K | 1.3% |
This table shows the top 10 of 64 Indian companies exporting azithromycin to Iraq, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: MICRO LABS LIMITED, AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED, BRAWN LABORATORIES LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED, SCOTT EDIL PHARMACIA LIMITED, CITRO PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, MARKSANS PHARMA LIMITED, IND SWIFT LIMITED, STRIVER ENTERPRISE, MICRO LABS LIMITED . MICRO LABS LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 7 shipments worth $9.5M USD, giving it a 56% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 70% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 64 total Indian exporters on the India to Iraq Azithromycin export route.
Top 10 Azithromycin Importers in Iraq
Showing top 10 of 87 known buyers in Iraq receiving Azithromycin shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian azithromycin in Iraq include HAWKARY PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY#, HAWKARY PHARMACEUITCAL CO, AL FARAKED SCIENTIFIC BUREAU, IBN SINA SCIENTIFIC BUREAU, FARABI PHARMA SCIENTIFIC BUREAU, among 87 total buyers. The largest importer is HAWKARY PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY#, accounting for $9.1M USD across 2 shipments — representing 54% of all azithromycin imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HAWKARY PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY# | 2 | $9.1M | 54.1% |
| 2 | HAWKARY PHARMACEUITCAL CO | 23 | $1.4M | 8.6% |
| 3 | AL FARAKED SCIENTIFIC BUREAU | 3 | $635.7K | 3.8% |
| 4 | IBN SINA SCIENTIFIC BUREAU | 5 | $577.2K | 3.4% |
| 5 | FARABI PHARMA SCIENTIFIC BUREAU | 26 | $387.6K | 2.3% |
| 6 | AL-KAWKAB SCIENTIFIC BUREAU | 5 | $369.3K | 2.2% |
| 7 | LEADERS SCIENTIFIC BUREAU | 9 | $316.4K | 1.9% |
| 8 | TO THE ORDER OF | 3 | $267.8K | 1.6% |
| 9 | IBN SINA SCIENTIFIC BUREAU AL | 2 | $249.1K | 1.5% |
| 10 | SAWA MIDDLE EAST L.L.C-FZ | 1 | $241.6K | 1.4% |
Showing top 10 of 87 Azithromycin importers in Iraq on this route.
Top 10 Azithromycin Formulations Imported by Iraq
Showing top 10 of 157 product formulations shipped on the India to Iraq Azithromycin route, ranked by trade value
Iraq imports a wide range of azithromycin formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — AZILIDE DRY SYRUP (AZITHROMYCIN FOR ORAL — accounts for $9.1M USD across 2 shipments. There are 157 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 | AZILIDE DRY SYRUP (AZITHROMYCIN FOR ORAL | 2 | $9.1M | 54.1% |
| 2 | AZITHROMYCIN 200MG/5ML30ML DRY SYRUP (DETAILS AS PER INVOICE) | 1 | $241.6K | 1.4% |
| 3 | CITROMYCIN(AZITHROMYCIN TABLETS USP 500MG)(PACK SIZE:3'S) | 9 | $222.9K | 1.3% |
| 4 | AZILIDE DRY SYRUP (AZITHROMYCIN FOR ORAL | 4 | $221.4K | 1.3% |
| 5 | HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINES FINISHED FORMULATION AZITHROMYCIN FOR ORAL SUSPENSION USP 200MG /5ML (2413857D001 TO | 2 | $212.8K | 1.3% |
| 6 | AZEE 500 TABLET (AZITHROMYCIN DIHYDRATE)(INV.QTY.165150 PACK 1X3S=495450 NOS) | 1 | $212.7K | 1.3% |
| 7 | AZEE 500 TABLET (AZITHROMYCIN DIHYDRATE)(INV.QTY.164700 PACK 1X3S=494100 NOS) | 1 | $212.1K | 1.3% |
| 8 | AZEE 500 TABLET (AZITHROMYCIN DIHYDRATE)(INV.QTY.163800 PACK 1X3S=491400 NOS) | 1 | $210.9K | 1.3% |
| 9 | HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINES FINISHED FORMULATION AZITHROMYCIN FOR ORAL SUSPENSION 200MG/5ML | 3 | $161.4K | 1.0% |
| 10 | AZITHROMYCIN CAPSULE 250MG HARD GELATINCAPSULES CONTAINING WHITE GRANULAR POWDERB.NO:BNC09230060708 D/M:09/2023 * | 1 | $150.6K | 0.9% |
Showing top 10 of 157 Azithromycin formulations imported by Iraq on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Balanced freight mix — 68% sea for bulk, 17% air for urgent orders.
Top Ports of Origin
JNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA handles the highest volume with 72 shipments. Transit time averages 17 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's azithromycin exports to Iraq are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. MICRO LABS LIMITED with 7 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 64 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Iraq benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — MICRO LABS LIMITED, AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED, BRAWN LABORATORIES LIMITED — together account for 70% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $61.7K USD reflects primarily bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical distributors.
Beyond the primary product category, shipments on this route include closely related formulations such as azithromycin 200mg/5ml30ml dry syrup (details as per invoice) and citromycin(azithromycin tablets usp 500mg)(pack size:3's), suggesting that buyers in Iraq tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, HAWKARY PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY# is the largest importer with 2 shipments worth $9.1M USD — representing 54% of all azithromycin imports from India on this route. A total of 87 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $16.8M
- Avg. Shipment
- $61.7K
- Suppliers
- 64
- Buyers
- 87
- Transit (Sea)
- ~17 days
- Annual Growth
- +12.0%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Iraq Azithromycin Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Azithromycin to Iraq?
The leading Indian exporters of Azithromycin to Iraq are MICRO LABS LIMITED, AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED, BRAWN LABORATORIES LIMITED. MICRO LABS LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 56% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Azithromycin exports from India to Iraq?
India exports Azithromycin to Iraq worth approximately $16.8M USD across 272 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $61.7K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Azithromycin to Iraq?
The most active port of origin is JNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA with 72 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use a mix of sea and air freight for this route, with 68% of shipments going by sea and 17% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Iraq for Azithromycin?
The average transit time for Azithromycin shipments from India to Iraq is approximately 17 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 Iraq Azithromycin trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 12.0% with demand growth tracking at 10.7%. The route is ranked #20 among India's top Azithromycin export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Iraq Azithromycin route?
There are currently 64 active Indian suppliers exporting Azithromycin to Iraq. The market is moderately concentrated with MICRO LABS LIMITED accounting for 56% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Azithromycin from India in Iraq?
The leading importers of Indian Azithromycin in Iraq include HAWKARY PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY#, HAWKARY PHARMACEUITCAL CO, AL FARAKED SCIENTIFIC BUREAU, IBN SINA SCIENTIFIC BUREAU, FARABI PHARMA SCIENTIFIC BUREAU. HAWKARY PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY# is the largest buyer with 2 shipments worth $9.1M 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 Iraq export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Azithromycin.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 64 Indian exporters and 87 importers in Iraq matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 272 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
272 Verified Shipments
64 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists