India to Canada: Cephalexin Export Trade Route
India has recorded 126 verified shipments of Cephalexin exported to Canada, representing a combined trade value of $3.4M USD. This corridor is served by 7 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $27.4K USD. The leading Indian exporter is AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , which accounts for 30% of total export value with 27 shipments worth $1.0M USD. On the buying side, LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED is the largest importer in Canada with $591.5K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , LUPIN LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD — together control 67% 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 Canada Cephalexin corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 126 shipments documented worth a combined $3.4M USD. The route is dominated by AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , which alone accounts for roughly 30% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's cephalexin manufacturing sector.
Across 7 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $27.4K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 71% of all shipments, consistent with cephalexin's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during April–June, with an average transit time of 15 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 24.0%, placing it at rank #11 among India's top cephalexin export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian cephalexin in Canada include LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED, AURO PHARMA INC, , AURO PHARMA INC and 11 others. LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED is the single largest importer with 23 shipments valued at $591.5K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit15 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portDELHI AIR
Market Position
- Global rank#11
- Annual growth+24.0%
- Demand growth+22.1%
- Regulatory ease72/100
Top 10 Indian Cephalexin Exporters to Canada
Showing top 10 of 7 Indian suppliers exporting Cephalexin to Canada, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD Avg $37.7K per shipment | 27 | $1.0M | 29.5% |
| 2 | LUPIN LIMITED Avg $26.4K per shipment | 28 | $739.9K | 21.5% |
| 3 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD Avg $28.3K per shipment | 19 | $537.6K | 15.6% |
| 4 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED Avg $25.0K per shipment | 16 | $399.5K | 11.6% |
| 5 | LUPIN LIMITED Avg $23.1K per shipment | 12 | $277.0K | 8.0% |
| 6 | MEDREICH LIMITED Avg $22.2K per shipment | 12 | $266.1K | 7.7% |
| 7 | MEDREICH LIMITED Avg $17.4K per shipment | 12 | $208.6K | 6.1% |
This table shows the top 10 of 7 Indian companies exporting cephalexin to Canada, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , LUPIN LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED, LUPIN LIMITED , MEDREICH LIMITED , MEDREICH LIMITED. AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD is the dominant supplier with 27 shipments worth $1.0M USD, giving it a 30% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 67% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Cephalexin Importers in Canada
Showing top 10 of 14 known buyers in Canada receiving Cephalexin shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian cephalexin in Canada include LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED, AURO PHARMA INC, , AURO PHARMA INC, AURO PHARMA INC, C/O , JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION , among 14 total buyers. The largest importer is LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED, accounting for $591.5K USD across 23 shipments — representing 17% of all cephalexin imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED | 23 | $591.5K | 17.2% |
| 2 | AURO PHARMA INC, | 19 | $570.1K | 16.5% |
| 3 | AURO PHARMA INC | 22 | $459.2K | 13.3% |
| 4 | AURO PHARMA INC, C/O | 5 | $364.9K | 10.6% |
| 5 | JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION | 12 | $266.1K | 7.7% |
| 6 | AURO PHARMA INC, C/O LYNDEN, | 4 | $228.5K | 6.6% |
| 7 | JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION | 12 | $208.6K | 6.1% |
| 8 | LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED | 8 | $156.8K | 4.5% |
| 9 | AURO PHARMA INC, | 7 | $155.4K | 4.5% |
| 10 | LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED, | 5 | $148.4K | 4.3% |
Showing top 10 of 14 Cephalexin importers in Canada on this route.
Top 10 Cephalexin Formulations Imported by Canada
Showing top 10 of 81 product formulations shipped on the India to Canada Cephalexin route, ranked by trade value
Canada imports a wide range of cephalexin formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — CEPHALEXIN TABLETS 500 MG (AURO-CEPHALEX — accounts for $474.1K USD across 9 shipments. There are 81 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 | CEPHALEXIN TABLETS 500 MG (AURO-CEPHALEX | 9 | $474.1K | 13.8% |
| 2 | CEPHALEXIN TABLETS 500 MG(AURO-CEPHALEXI | 4 | $353.2K | 10.2% |
| 3 | CEPHALEXIN 500MG TABLETS(JAMP CEPHALEXIN | 4 | $168.2K | 4.9% |
| 4 | CEPHALEXIN TABLETS 500 MG (AURO-CEPHALEXIN 500) (3902 Packs) | 1 | $117.4K | 3.4% |
| 5 | CEPHALEXIN TABLETS 500 MG BP AURO-CEPHALEXIN 500 15487 PACK | 1 | $82.1K | 2.4% |
| 6 | CEPHALEXIN OS 250MG/5ML 150ML CANADA CEPHALEXIN FOR ORAL SUSPENSION CEPHALEXIN | 3 | $80.3K | 2.3% |
| 7 | PHARMA : CEPHALEXIN OS 250MG/5ML CANADA(CEPHALEXIN FOR ORAL SUSPENSION 250MG/5ML) - 1BTLX100MLNOS | 3 | $79.7K | 2.3% |
| 8 | CEPHALEXIN TABLETS 500 MG (AURO-CEPHALEXIN 500) (2603 Packs) | 1 | $78.6K | 2.3% |
| 9 | CEPHALEXIN OS 250MG/5ML 150ML CANADA CEP | 2 | $78.3K | 2.3% |
| 10 | CEPHALEXIN TABLETS 500 MG (AURO-CEPHALEXIN 500)(2997 PACK'S) | 1 | $77.3K | 2.2% |
Showing top 10 of 81 Cephalexin formulations imported by Canada on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 71%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
DELHI AIR handles the highest volume with 21 shipments. Transit time averages 15 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's cephalexin exports to Canada are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD with 27 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 7 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Canada benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , LUPIN LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD — together account for 67% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $27.4K 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 cephalexin tablets 500 mg(auro-cephalexi and cephalexin 500mg tablets(jamp cephalexin , suggesting that buyers in Canada tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED is the largest importer with 23 shipments worth $591.5K USD — representing 17% of all cephalexin imports from India on this route. A total of 14 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $3.4M
- Avg. Shipment
- $27.4K
- Suppliers
- 7
- Buyers
- 14
- Transit (Sea)
- ~15 days
- Annual Growth
- +24.0%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Canada Cephalexin Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Cephalexin to Canada?
The leading Indian exporters of Cephalexin to Canada are AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , LUPIN LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD. AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 30% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Cephalexin exports from India to Canada?
India exports Cephalexin to Canada worth approximately $3.4M USD across 126 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $27.4K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Cephalexin to Canada?
The most active port of origin is DELHI AIR with 21 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 71% of shipments going by sea and 19% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Canada for Cephalexin?
The average transit time for Cephalexin shipments from India to Canada is approximately 15 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 Canada Cephalexin trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 24.0% with demand growth tracking at 22.1%. The route is ranked #11 among India's top Cephalexin export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Canada Cephalexin route?
There are currently 7 active Indian suppliers exporting Cephalexin to Canada. The market is moderately concentrated with AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD accounting for 30% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Cephalexin from India in Canada?
The leading importers of Indian Cephalexin in Canada include LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED, AURO PHARMA INC, , AURO PHARMA INC, AURO PHARMA INC, C/O , JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION . LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED is the largest buyer with 23 shipments worth $591.5K 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 Canada export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Cephalexin.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 7 Indian exporters and 14 importers in Canada matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 126 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
126 Verified Shipments
7 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists