India to Sri Lanka: Brufen Export Trade Route
India has recorded 30 verified shipments of Brufen exported to Sri Lanka, representing a combined trade value of $336.3K USD. This corridor is served by 5 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $11.2K USD. The leading Indian exporter is ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED, which accounts for 75% of total export value with 16 shipments worth $253.4K USD. On the buying side, SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED is the largest importer in Sri Lanka with $253.4K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED, ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED , 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 100% 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 Brufen corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 30 shipments documented worth a combined $336.3K USD. The route is dominated by ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 75% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's brufen manufacturing sector.
Across 5 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $11.2K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Freight is split between sea (69%) and air (18%), suggesting a mix of scheduled bulk orders and time-sensitive consignments.
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 15.2%, placing it at rank #16 among India's top brufen export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian brufen in Sri Lanka include SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED, SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED , THE MASTER OF X-PRESS NILWALA SHIP and 4 others. SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED is the single largest importer with 16 shipments valued at $253.4K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit19 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeMulti-modal
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#16
- Annual growth+15.2%
- Demand growth+13.2%
- Regulatory ease70/100
Top 10 Indian Brufen Exporters to Sri Lanka
Showing top 10 of 5 Indian suppliers exporting Brufen to Sri Lanka, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED Avg $15.8K per shipment | 16 | $253.4K | 75.3% |
| 2 | ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED Avg $13.8K per shipment | 6 | $82.9K | 24.6% |
| 3 | 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $3 per shipment | 6 | $18 | 0.0% |
| 4 | TULSI MEDICAL & GENERAL STORES Avg $5 per shipment | 1 | $5 | 0.0% |
| 5 | 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $0 per shipment | 1 | $0 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 5 Indian companies exporting brufen to Sri Lanka, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED, ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED , 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED, TULSI MEDICAL & GENERAL STORES, 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED . ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 16 shipments worth $253.4K USD, giving it a 75% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 100% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Brufen Importers in Sri Lanka
Showing top 10 of 7 known buyers in Sri Lanka receiving Brufen shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian brufen in Sri Lanka include SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED, SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED , THE MASTER OF X-PRESS NILWALA SHIP, PARES / STORES IN TRANSIT SEA CONS, CONSIGNEE MASTER & OWNER OF KOHAKU, among 7 total buyers. The largest importer is SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED, accounting for $253.4K USD across 16 shipments — representing 75% of all brufen imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED | 16 | $253.4K | 75.3% |
| 2 | SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED | 6 | $82.9K | 24.6% |
| 3 | THE MASTER OF X-PRESS NILWALA SHIP | 1 | $10 | 0.0% |
| 4 | PARES / STORES IN TRANSIT SEA CONS | 2 | $8 | 0.0% |
| 5 | CONSIGNEE MASTER & OWNER OF KOHAKU | 1 | $5 | 0.0% |
| 6 | MASTER MV X-PRESS LHOTSE SHIP STORE | 1 | $0 | 0.0% |
| 7 | THE MASTER OF X-PRESS ANTARES SHIP SPARES STORES IN TRANSIT SEACONSORTIUM LANKA PVT LTD | 3 | $0 | 0.0% |
Top 10 Brufen Formulations Imported by Sri Lanka
Showing top 10 of 12 product formulations shipped on the India to Sri Lanka Brufen route, ranked by trade value
Sri Lanka imports a wide range of brufen formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — BRUFEN 400 MG TABLET 15 S — accounts for $112.0K USD across 7 shipments. There are 12 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 | BRUFEN 400 MG TABLET 15 S | 7 | $112.0K | 33.3% |
| 2 | BRUFEN 400 MG TABLET 15'S | 4 | $81.2K | 24.2% |
| 3 | BRUFEN JR SYRUP 60 ML IBUPROFEN ORAL SUSPENSION B.P. | 4 | $45.4K | 13.5% |
| 4 | BRUFEN 400MG TABLETS. 15 S | 2 | $36.0K | 10.7% |
| 5 | BRUFEN JR SYRUP 60 ML | 3 | $30.8K | 9.1% |
| 6 | BRUFEN 400 MG TABLETS 15 S | 1 | $16.3K | 4.8% |
| 7 | BRUFEN JR SYRUP 60 ML (IBUPROFEN ORAL SUSPENSION B.P.) | 1 | $14.6K | 4.3% |
| 8 | BRUFEN 400 TAB (Ibuprofen 400mg) | 1 | $10 | 0.0% |
| 9 | * IBUPROFEN 400MG(BRUFEN-400)NOS | 2 | $8 | 0.0% |
| 10 | BRUFEN 400MG TAB IBUPRUFEN 400MG TAB | 1 | $5 | 0.0% |
Showing top 10 of 12 Brufen formulations imported by Sri Lanka on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Balanced freight mix — 69% sea for bulk, 18% air for urgent orders.
Top Ports of Origin
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 7 shipments. Transit time averages 19 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's brufen exports to Sri Lanka are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED with 16 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 5 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 — ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED, ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED , 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $11.2K 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 brufen 400 mg tablet 15's and brufen jr syrup 60 ml ibuprofen oral suspension b.p., suggesting that buyers in Sri Lanka tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED is the largest importer with 16 shipments worth $253.4K USD — representing 75% of all brufen imports from India on this route. A total of 7 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $336.3K
- Avg. Shipment
- $11.2K
- Suppliers
- 5
- Buyers
- 7
- Transit (Sea)
- ~19 days
- Annual Growth
- +15.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Sri Lanka Brufen Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Brufen to Sri Lanka?
The leading Indian exporters of Brufen to Sri Lanka are ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED, ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED , 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED. ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 75% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Brufen exports from India to Sri Lanka?
India exports Brufen to Sri Lanka worth approximately $336.3K USD across 30 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $11.2K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Brufen to Sri Lanka?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 7 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use a mix of sea and air freight for this route, with 69% of shipments going by sea and 18% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Sri Lanka for Brufen?
The average transit time for Brufen shipments from India to Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka Brufen trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 15.2% with demand growth tracking at 13.2%. The route is ranked #16 among India's top Brufen export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Sri Lanka Brufen route?
There are currently 5 active Indian suppliers exporting Brufen to Sri Lanka. The market is moderately concentrated with ABBOTT INDIA LIMITED accounting for 75% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Brufen from India in Sri Lanka?
The leading importers of Indian Brufen in Sri Lanka include SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED, SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED , THE MASTER OF X-PRESS NILWALA SHIP, PARES / STORES IN TRANSIT SEA CONS, CONSIGNEE MASTER & OWNER OF KOHAKU. SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED is the largest buyer with 16 shipments worth $253.4K 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 Brufen.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 5 Indian exporters and 7 importers in Sri Lanka matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 30 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
30 Verified Shipments
5 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists