India to United Kingdom: Capecitabine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 17 verified shipments of Capecitabine exported to United Kingdom, representing a combined trade value of $1.6M USD. This corridor is served by 6 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $93.5K USD. The leading Indian exporter is INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, which accounts for 30% of total export value with 5 shipments worth $472.1K USD. On the buying side, ACCORD HEALTHCARE LTD is the largest importer in United Kingdom with $455.1K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, HETERO LABS LIMITED — together control 78% 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 United Kingdom Capecitabine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 17 shipments documented worth a combined $1.6M USD. The route is dominated by INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 30% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's capecitabine manufacturing sector.
Across 6 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $93.5K 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 23 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 15.6%, placing it at rank #20 among India's top capecitabine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian capecitabine in United Kingdom include ACCORD HEALTHCARE LTD, XXCORXXHEAXXHCAXX LTXX, XXAROXXLIMXXED and 5 others. ACCORD HEALTHCARE LTD is the single largest importer with 4 shipments valued at $455.1K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit23 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeMulti-modal
- Top portZYDUS INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE SEZ
Market Position
- Global rank#20
- Annual growth+15.6%
- Demand growth+15.4%
- Regulatory ease69/100
Top 10 Indian Capecitabine Exporters to United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 6 Indian suppliers exporting Capecitabine to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $94.4K per shipment | 5 | $472.1K | 29.7% |
| 2 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $113.8K per shipment | 4 | $455.1K | 28.6% |
| 3 | HETERO LABS LIMITED Avg $102.9K per shipment | 3 | $308.6K | 19.4% |
| 4 | DR REDDYS LABORATORIES LIMITED Avg $84.3K per shipment | 3 | $252.8K | 15.9% |
| 5 | DR REDDY S LABORATORIES LIMITED Avg $99.7K per shipment | 1 | $99.7K | 6.3% |
| 6 | OCEAN PHARMACEUTICAL Avg $885 per shipment | 1 | $885 | 0.1% |
This table shows the top 10 of 6 Indian companies exporting capecitabine to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, HETERO LABS LIMITED, DR REDDYS LABORATORIES LIMITED, DR REDDY S LABORATORIES LIMITED, OCEAN PHARMACEUTICAL. INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 5 shipments worth $472.1K USD, giving it a 30% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 78% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Capecitabine Importers in United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 8 known buyers in United Kingdom receiving Capecitabine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian capecitabine in United Kingdom include ACCORD HEALTHCARE LTD, XXCORXXHEAXXHCAXX LTXX, XXAROXXLIMXXED, DR REDDY S LABORATORIES UK LTD, XX RXXDY XXLABXXATOXXES XX K)XXTD, among 8 total buyers. The largest importer is ACCORD HEALTHCARE LTD, accounting for $455.1K USD across 4 shipments — representing 29% of all capecitabine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE LTD | 4 | $455.1K | 28.6% |
| 2 | XXCORXXHEAXXHCAXX LTXX | 4 | $394.9K | 24.8% |
| 3 | XXAROXXLIMXXED | 3 | $308.6K | 19.4% |
| 4 | DR REDDY S LABORATORIES UK LTD | 2 | $153.3K | 9.6% |
| 5 | XX RXXDY XXLABXXATOXXES XX K)XXTD | 1 | $99.7K | 6.3% |
| 6 | Dr Reddys s Laboratories U K LIMITED | 1 | $99.5K | 6.3% |
| 7 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE LIMITED | 1 | $77.2K | 4.9% |
| 8 | LEXINGTON FREIGHT FORWARDING LTD | 1 | $885 | 0.1% |
Top 10 Capecitabine Formulations Imported by United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 11 product formulations shipped on the India to United Kingdom Capecitabine route, ranked by trade value
United Kingdom imports a wide range of capecitabine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — CAPECITABINE 500MG 12X10TACCORD-PP-UK — accounts for $410.4K USD across 3 shipments. There are 11 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 | CAPECITABINE 500MG 12X10TACCORD-PP-UK | 3 | $410.4K | 25.8% |
| 2 | CAPECITABINE 500MG 12X10T(ACCORD-PP-UK | 2 | $309.6K | 19.5% |
| 3 | CAPECITABINE 500MG TABLETS (12X10'S) | 2 | $204.7K | 12.9% |
| 4 | CAPECITABINE FC TAB 500MG 120S12X10SUK | 2 | $202.9K | 12.8% |
| 5 | CAPECITABINE 500MG TABLETS | 1 | $103.9K | 6.5% |
| 6 | CAPECITABINE FC TAB 500MG 120S(12X10S)UK | 1 | $99.7K | 6.3% |
| 7 | CAPECITABINE 150MG 6X10T(ACCORD-PP-UK | 2 | $85.3K | 5.4% |
| 8 | CAPECITABINE 150MG 6X10TACCORD-PP-UK | 1 | $77.2K | 4.9% |
| 9 | CAPECITABINE FC TAB 500MG 120S | 1 | $50.0K | 3.1% |
| 10 | CAPECITABINE500MG 12X10TACCORD-PP-UK | 1 | $44.7K | 2.8% |
Showing top 10 of 11 Capecitabine formulations imported by United Kingdom 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
ZYDUS INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE SEZ handles the highest volume with 4 shipments. Transit time averages 23 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's capecitabine exports to United Kingdom are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED with 5 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 6 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in United Kingdom benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, HETERO LABS LIMITED — together account for 78% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $93.5K 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 capecitabine 500mg 12x10t(accord-pp-uk and capecitabine 500mg tablets (12x10's), suggesting that buyers in United Kingdom tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, ACCORD HEALTHCARE LTD is the largest importer with 4 shipments worth $455.1K USD — representing 29% of all capecitabine imports from India on this route. A total of 8 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $1.6M
- Avg. Shipment
- $93.5K
- Suppliers
- 6
- Buyers
- 8
- Transit (Sea)
- ~23 days
- Annual Growth
- +15.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United Kingdom Capecitabine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Capecitabine to United Kingdom?
The leading Indian exporters of Capecitabine to United Kingdom are INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, HETERO LABS LIMITED. INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 30% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Capecitabine exports from India to United Kingdom?
India exports Capecitabine to United Kingdom worth approximately $1.6M USD across 17 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $93.5K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Capecitabine to United Kingdom?
The most active port of origin is ZYDUS INFRASTRUCTURE PRIVATE SEZ with 4 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 United Kingdom for Capecitabine?
The average transit time for Capecitabine shipments from India to United Kingdom is approximately 23 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 United Kingdom Capecitabine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 15.6% with demand growth tracking at 15.4%. The route is ranked #20 among India's top Capecitabine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United Kingdom Capecitabine route?
There are currently 6 active Indian suppliers exporting Capecitabine to United Kingdom. The market is moderately concentrated with INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED accounting for 30% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Capecitabine from India in United Kingdom?
The leading importers of Indian Capecitabine in United Kingdom include ACCORD HEALTHCARE LTD, XXCORXXHEAXXHCAXX LTXX, XXAROXXLIMXXED, DR REDDY S LABORATORIES UK LTD, XX RXXDY XXLABXXATOXXES XX K)XXTD. ACCORD HEALTHCARE LTD is the largest buyer with 4 shipments worth $455.1K 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 United Kingdom export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Capecitabine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 6 Indian exporters and 8 importers in United Kingdom matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 17 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
17 Verified Shipments
6 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists