Lupin Limited — Cephalexin Exporter Profile
Indian Pharmaceutical Exporter · #2 for Cephalexin · $30.1M export value · DGFT Verified
Lupin Limited is the #2 Indian exporter of Cephalexin with $30.1M in export value and 601 verified shipments. Lupin Limited holds a 8.6% market share in Cephalexin exports across 7 countries. The company exports 38 pharmaceutical products worth $271.4M across 19 therapeutic categories.
Lupin Limited — Cephalexin Export Profile: Buyers & Destinations

Where Does Lupin Limited Export Cephalexin?
| Country | Value | Shipments | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED STATES | $17.3M | 516 | 87.0% |
| CANADA | $1.0M | 40 | 5.0% |
| NEW ZEALAND | $817.6K | 23 | 4.1% |
| AUSTRALIA | $689.6K | 18 | 3.5% |
| MYANMAR | $38.5K | 2 | 0.2% |
| PERU | $37.3K | 1 | 0.2% |
| POLAND | $1 | 1 | 0.0% |
Lupin Limited exports Cephalexin to 7 countries. The largest destination is UNITED STATES accounting for 87.0% of Lupin Limited's Cephalexin shipments, followed by CANADA (5.0%) and NEW ZEALAND (4.1%). These destinations reflect Lupin Limited's established distribution network and regulatory approvals in key markets.
Who Are the Top Buyers of Cephalexin from Lupin Limited?
| Buyer | Country | Value | Orders |
|---|---|---|---|
| UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUTIONS | UNITED STATES | $17.3M | 516 |
| LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED | CANADA | $734.1K | 31 |
| BOUCHER & MUIR NZ LTD | NEW ZEALAND | $477.1K | 15 |
| GENERIC HEALTH C/O DHL SUPPLY CHAIN | AUSTRALIA | $470.5K | 12 |
| BOUCHER MUIR NZ LTD | NEW ZEALAND | $190.6K | 4 |
| GENERIC HEALTH | AUSTRALIA | $188.5K | 5 |
| LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED, | CANADA | $148.4K | 5 |
| LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED. | CANADA | $120.2K | 4 |
| BOUCHER & MUIR NZ LTD 39 ANZAC RD | NEW ZEALAND | $95.4K | 2 |
| BOUCHER MUIR NZ LIMITED | NEW ZEALAND | $54.6K | 2 |
Lupin Limited supplies Cephalexin to 15 buyers globally. The largest buyer is UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUTIONS (UNITED STATES), followed by LUPIN PHARMA CANADA LIMITED (CANADA) and BOUCHER & MUIR NZ LTD (NEW ZEALAND). These buyers represent pharmaceutical distributors, hospital groups, and government procurement agencies in their respective markets.
What Is India's Total Cephalexin Export Value and How Much Does Lupin Limited Contribute?
India exported $108.9M worth of Cephalexin through 5,117 shipments from 223 suppliers to 104 countries, serving 516 buyers globally. Lupin Limited contributes $30.1M to this total, accounting for 8.6% of India's Cephalexin exports. Lupin Limited ships Cephalexin to 7 countries through 15 buyers.
What Is the Average Shipment Value for Lupin Limited's Cephalexin Exports?
Lupin Limited's average Cephalexin shipment value is $50.0K per consignment, based on 601 shipments totaling $30.1M. The largest destination is UNITED STATES (87.0% of Lupin Limited's Cephalexin exports).
How Does Lupin Limited Compare to Other Indian Cephalexin Exporters?
Lupin Limited ranks #2 among 223 Indian Cephalexin exporters with a 8.6% market share. The top 3 exporters are ALKEM LABORATORIES LIMITED ($30.9M), LUPIN LIMITED ($30.1M), AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD ($11.8M). Lupin Limited processed 601 shipments to 7 destination countries.
What Cephalexin Formulations Does Lupin Limited Export?
| Product Description / Formulation | Value | Shipments |
|---|---|---|
| PHARMA : CEPHALEXIN FOS USP 250MG/5ML US | $1.7M | 63 |
| PHARMA : CEPHALEXIN CAPSULES USP 500MG U | $850.0K | 17 |
| CEPHALEXIN FOS USP 250MG/5ML US (CEPHALE | $688.2K | 39 |
| PHARMA : CEPHALEXIN CAPSULES USP 500MG ( | $650.0K | 13 |
| CEPHALEXIN CAPSULES USP 500MG(CEPHALEXIN | $500.0K | 10 |
| PHARMA : CEPHALEXIN FOS USP 250MG/5ML USCEPHALEXIN FOR ORAL SUSPENSION USP 250MG/5ML - 1BTLx200ML | $382.7K | 8 |
| PHARMA : CEPHALEXIN CAPSULES USP 500MG US CEPHALEXIN USP 500MG - 1BTLx500 CAPS | $360.3K | 9 |
| CEPHALEXIN GENERIC HEALTH CAPS 500MG CEP | $347.0K | 8 |
| CEPHALEXIN 500MG-ABM NEW ZEALAND CEPHALEXIN CAPSULES BP CEPHALEXIN | $278.2K | 8 |
| CEPHALEXIN CAPSULES USP 500MGCEPHALEXIN | $250.0K | 5 |
Lupin Limited exports 263 distinct Cephalexin formulations including tablets, capsules, syrups, and combination drugs. The top formulation is PHARMA : CEPHALEXIN FOS USP 250MG/5ML US with 63 shipments worth $1.7M.
Regulatory Requirements: Exporting Cephalexin to Key Markets
What Lupin Limited must comply with to export Cephalexin to its top destination countries
United States — FDA
Approval Process
ANDA (Abbreviated New Drug Application) for generics. Indian manufacturing site must pass FDA pre-approval inspection. Drug Master File (DMF) required for APIs.
Timeline: 10–18 months for ANDA approval
GMP & Export Requirements
FDA cGMP compliance (21 CFR 210/211); facility inspection by FDA
Drug Listing with FDA; Export Certificate from CDSCO India; Import Alert screening via FDA PREDICT system
Note: Subject to FDA Import Alerts. Open Form 483 observations can block all exports from a facility.
Canada — HC
Approval Process
ANDS (Abbreviated New Drug Submission) referencing Canadian Reference Product. Comparative bioavailability study required.
Timeline: 12–18 months
GMP & Export Requirements
Health Canada GMP (GUI-0001); Drug Establishment Licence (DEL) inspection
Drug Identification Number (DIN) for each product; Certificate of Pharmaceutical Product from CDSCO
Note: Subject to Good Import Practices and annual C.01.014.6 review.
Regulatory information is provided for general reference based on publicly available guidelines. Requirements vary by formulation, dosage form, and therapeutic classification. Exporters should consult qualified regulatory affairs professionals for case-specific guidance.
How Does Lupin Limited Compare to Nearest Cephalexin Exporters?
Exporters ranked immediately above and below #2 by export value
| # | Supplier | Export Value | Shipments | Countries | Avg/Shipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ALKEM LABORATORIES LIMITED | $30.9M | 618 | 3 | $50.0K |
| 2 | LUPIN LIMITED ★ | $30.1M | 601 | 7 | $50.0K |
| 3 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD | $11.8M | 242 | 5 | $48.7K |
| 4 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED | $10.6M | 294 | 10 | $36.1K |
Lupin Limited ranks #2 among 223 Indian Cephalexin exporters. Average shipment value of $50.0K compared to the market average of $488.4K. The closest competitors by value are ALKEM LABORATORIES LIMITED and AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD.
Which Indian Ports Ship Cephalexin Exports?
| Port | Shipments | % Share |
|---|---|---|
| SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) | 873 | 17.1% |
| SAHAR AIR | 744 | 14.5% |
| DELHI AIR CARGO ACC (INDEL4) | 538 | 10.5% |
| NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) | 398 | 7.8% |
| DELHI AIR | 340 | 6.6% |
| JNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA | 275 | 5.4% |
| JNPT | 220 | 4.3% |
| Bombay Air | 163 | 3.2% |
What Other Antibiotics Products Does Lupin Limited Export?
Lupin Limited also exports these antibiotics products. Each links to the detailed product page.
Geopolitical & Trade Policy Impact on Lupin Limited's Cephalexin Exports
Lupin's export operations are influenced by various geopolitical factors. The ongoing Israel-Iran tensions have led to increased security risks in the Red Sea, prompting major shipping lines to implement 'Emergency Risk Surcharges' ranging from $250 to $500 per TEU, thereby escalating shipping costs for Indian exporters. (sgexports.odoo.com) Additionally, the 2025 United States–India diplomatic and trade crisis resulted in the U.S. imposing a 50% tariff on Indian exports, significantly affecting the competitiveness of Indian pharmaceutical products in the U.S. market. (en.wikipedia.org)
Conversely, the European Union's implementation of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) poses compliance challenges for Indian exporters, including Lupin, necessitating adherence to stringent carbon reporting requirements. However, the EU's focus on reducing dependency on Chinese pharmaceutical imports presents an opportunity for Indian companies to capture a larger share of the European market.
Lupin Limited — Regulatory Compliance & Quality Standards
Maintaining stringent quality standards is paramount for Lupin's global operations. In February 2025, the U.S. FDA completed a Pre-Approval Inspection at Lupin's Somerset, New Jersey facility with zero observations, reflecting the company's commitment to compliance and quality. (lupin.com) However, the evolving regulatory landscape, including the EU's falsified medicines directive and the U.S. FDA's increasing scrutiny, necessitates continuous investment in quality assurance and regulatory compliance to ensure uninterrupted market access.
About Lupin Limited
Lupin Limited exports 38 products worth $271.4M. Beyond Cephalexin, top products include Isoniazid, Simvastatin, Rifampicin, Amlodipine, Pyrazinamide. View the complete Lupin Limited profile for full portfolio analysis.
Market Intelligence
Latest developments and market context
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Official References & Regulatory Resources
- CDSCO India
- Pharmexcil
- IBEF — India Pharma Industry
- Ministry of Commerce — Pharma Exports
- India Trade Statistics (DGFT)
Verify manufacturer licensing and export certifications with the official 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.Product Matching: Cephalexin shipments identified using fuzzy matching on DGFT product description fields, validated against Indian Pharmacopoeia nomenclature.
- 2.Supplier Identification: Lupin Limited matched across shipments using name normalization, accounting for company name formatting variations.
- 3.Statistical Normalization: Shipment values are statistically normalized to ensure accurate market share representation. This removes the impact of unusually large one-off transactions that could distort company rankings.
- 4.Verified Records: This page is backed by 601 individual customs records matching Lupin Limited exporting Cephalexin, covering 263 formulations to 7 countries via 15 buyers.
Government-Sourced Data
Official DGFT customs records
Transparent Methodology
Calculations fully disclosed above
Global Coverage
Exports to 104+ countries, 516+ buyers
Expert-Reviewed
Analyzed by pharmaceutical trade specialists
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