India to Sri Lanka: Bisacodyl Export Trade Route
India has recorded 49 verified shipments of Bisacodyl exported to Sri Lanka, representing a combined trade value of $409.0K USD. This corridor is served by 8 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $8.3K USD. The leading Indian exporter is ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED , which accounts for 34% of total export value with 9 shipments worth $137.9K USD. On the buying side, HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD is the largest importer in Sri Lanka with $62.3K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED , ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED — together control 83% 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 Sri Lanka Bisacodyl corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 49 shipments documented worth a combined $409.0K USD. The route is dominated by ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED , which alone accounts for roughly 34% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's bisacodyl manufacturing sector.
Across 8 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $8.3K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 83% of all shipments, consistent with bisacodyl's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 21 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 15.7%, placing it at rank #14 among India's top bisacodyl export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian bisacodyl in Sri Lanka include HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD, HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD , STATE PHARMACEUTICALS and 13 others. HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD is the single largest importer with 10 shipments valued at $62.3K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit21 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#14
- Annual growth+15.7%
- Demand growth+15.5%
- Regulatory ease87/100
Top 10 Indian Bisacodyl Exporters to Sri Lanka
Showing top 10 of 8 Indian suppliers exporting Bisacodyl to Sri Lanka, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED Avg $15.3K per shipment | 9 | $137.9K | 33.7% |
| 2 | ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED Avg $6.9K per shipment | 16 | $110.2K | 26.9% |
| 3 | BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $6.0K per shipment | 15 | $89.9K | 22.0% |
| 4 | MAXTAR BIO GENICS Avg $8.6K per shipment | 4 | $34.5K | 8.4% |
| 5 | CADILA HEALTHCARE LTD Avg $7.3K per shipment | 2 | $14.5K | 3.6% |
| 6 | BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $11.5K per shipment | 1 | $11.5K | 2.8% |
| 7 | CADILA HEALTHCARE LIMITED Avg $10.5K per shipment | 1 | $10.5K | 2.6% |
| 8 | MEDMALL PHARMACY PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $25 per shipment | 1 | $25 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 8 Indian companies exporting bisacodyl to Sri Lanka, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED , ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED, MAXTAR BIO GENICS, CADILA HEALTHCARE LTD, BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED , CADILA HEALTHCARE LIMITED, MEDMALL PHARMACY PRIVATE LIMITED . ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 9 shipments worth $137.9K USD, giving it a 34% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 83% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Bisacodyl Importers in Sri Lanka
Showing top 10 of 16 known buyers in Sri Lanka receiving Bisacodyl shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian bisacodyl in Sri Lanka include HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD, HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD , STATE PHARMACEUTICALS , STATE PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION, HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD , among 16 total buyers. The largest importer is HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD, accounting for $62.3K USD across 10 shipments — representing 15% of all bisacodyl imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD | 10 | $62.3K | 15.2% |
| 2 | HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD | 5 | $60.3K | 14.8% |
| 3 | STATE PHARMACEUTICALS | 2 | $54.1K | 13.2% |
| 4 | STATE PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION | 6 | $49.0K | 12.0% |
| 5 | HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD | 2 | $23.5K | 5.7% |
| 6 | HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PRIVATE) LIMITED | 3 | $23.0K | 5.6% |
| 7 | HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD | 2 | $19.4K | 4.7% |
| 8 | M/S. KAMAZU (PVT) LTD | 3 | $18.0K | 4.4% |
| 9 | M/S, KAMAZU (PVT) LTD, | 3 | $18.0K | 4.4% |
| 10 | MS KAMAZU (PRIVATE) LIMITED | 3 | $18.0K | 4.4% |
Showing top 10 of 16 Bisacodyl importers in Sri Lanka on this route.
Top 10 Bisacodyl Formulations Imported by Sri Lanka
Showing top 10 of 41 product formulations shipped on the India to Sri Lanka Bisacodyl route, ranked by trade value
Sri Lanka imports a wide range of bisacodyl formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — ZYCOLAX FORTE 10MG TABS (BISACODYL DELAY — accounts for $54.1K USD across 2 shipments. There are 41 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 | ZYCOLAX FORTE 10MG TABS (BISACODYL DELAY | 2 | $54.1K | 13.2% |
| 2 | ZYCOLAX 10 SUPPOS 10MG 5S (BISACODYL SUP | 2 | $21.7K | 5.3% |
| 3 | ZYCOLAX SUPP'S(I) 5MG 5'S (BISACODYL SUPPOSITORIES IP 5MG) 1X5 UNDER LUT NO.AD240324091585Z dated 19.03.2024 valid up to | 1 | $21.6K | 5.3% |
| 4 | ZYCOLAX 10MG SUPPOSITORIES BISACODYL SUPPOSITORIES IP 10MG 1X5 UNDER LUT NO AD240322015696A DT 17 03 2022 VALID UP TO | 2 | $19.4K | 4.7% |
| 5 | ZYCOLAX SUPP'S 10MG 5'S (BISACODYL SUPPOSITORIES IP 10MG) 1X5 UNDER LUT NO.AD240324091585Z dated 19.03.2024 valid up to | 1 | $18.1K | 4.4% |
| 6 | PHARMACEUTICALS ( PRODUCT MEDICINES) BESADIL-5 TABLET (10X10) ITEM CODE:170602C11 (BISACODYL BP 5MG ) | 3 | $17.3K | 4.2% |
| 7 | BESADIL-5 TABLET (10X10) ITEM CODE:170602C11 (Bisacodyl BP 5mg ) B.NO.MU5AA2501, MFG.02/2025, EXP.01/2028 | 1 | $17.2K | 4.2% |
| 8 | BISACODYL DELAYED RELEASE TABLETS USP 5MG ZYCOLAX BISACODYL DELAYED RELEASE TABLETS USP 5MG 10X10 UNDER LUT NO.AD30 | 2 | $14.5K | 3.6% |
| 9 | ZYCOLAX 5MG TABS (BISACODYL USP 5MG) 10X | 2 | $11.8K | 2.9% |
| 10 | ZYCOLAX SUPP'S(I) 5MG 5'S(BISACODYL SUPP | 1 | $11.6K | 2.8% |
Showing top 10 of 41 Bisacodyl formulations imported by Sri Lanka on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 83%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 16 shipments. Transit time averages 21 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's bisacodyl exports to Sri Lanka are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED with 9 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 8 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Sri Lanka benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED , ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED — together account for 83% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $8.3K 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 zycolax 10 suppos 10mg 5s (bisacodyl sup and zycolax supp's(i) 5mg 5's (bisacodyl suppositories ip 5mg) 1x5 under lut no.ad240324091585z dated 19.03.2024 valid up to, suggesting that buyers in Sri Lanka tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD is the largest importer with 10 shipments worth $62.3K USD — representing 15% of all bisacodyl imports from India on this route. A total of 16 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $409.0K
- Avg. Shipment
- $8.3K
- Suppliers
- 8
- Buyers
- 16
- Transit (Sea)
- ~21 days
- Annual Growth
- +15.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Sri Lanka Bisacodyl Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Bisacodyl to Sri Lanka?
The leading Indian exporters of Bisacodyl to Sri Lanka are ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED , ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED. ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 34% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Bisacodyl exports from India to Sri Lanka?
India exports Bisacodyl to Sri Lanka worth approximately $409.0K USD across 49 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $8.3K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Bisacodyl to Sri Lanka?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 16 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 83% of shipments going by sea and 28% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Sri Lanka for Bisacodyl?
The average transit time for Bisacodyl shipments from India to Sri Lanka is approximately 21 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 Sri Lanka Bisacodyl trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 15.7% with demand growth tracking at 15.5%. The route is ranked #14 among India's top Bisacodyl export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Sri Lanka Bisacodyl route?
There are currently 8 active Indian suppliers exporting Bisacodyl to Sri Lanka. The market is moderately concentrated with ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED accounting for 34% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Bisacodyl from India in Sri Lanka?
The leading importers of Indian Bisacodyl in Sri Lanka include HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD, HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD , STATE PHARMACEUTICALS , STATE PHARMACEUTICALS CORPORATION, HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD . HEMAS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD is the largest buyer with 10 shipments worth $62.3K 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 Sri Lanka export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Bisacodyl.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 8 Indian exporters and 16 importers in Sri Lanka matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 49 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
49 Verified Shipments
8 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists