India to United States: Cetirizine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 866 verified shipments of Cetirizine exported to United States, representing a combined trade value of $36.7M USD. This corridor is served by 31 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $42.3K USD. The leading Indian exporter is DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD, which accounts for 21% of total export value with 91 shipments worth $7.8M USD. On the buying side, GRANULES CONSUMER HEALTH is the largest importer in United States with $2.3M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD, J B CHEMICALS AND PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, GRANULES INDIA LIMITED — together control 45% 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 States Cetirizine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 866 shipments documented worth a combined $36.7M USD. The route is dominated by DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD, which alone accounts for roughly 21% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's cetirizine manufacturing sector.
Across 31 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $42.3K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 84% of all shipments, consistent with cetirizine's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 28 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 10.6%, placing it at rank #18 among India's top cetirizine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian cetirizine in United States include GRANULES CONSUMER HEALTH, REED-LANE INC 359 NEW WARK,, RISING PHARMA HOLDINGS INC and 126 others. GRANULES CONSUMER HEALTH is the single largest importer with 56 shipments valued at $2.3M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit28 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portHYDERABAD ICD
Market Position
- Global rank#18
- Annual growth+10.6%
- Demand growth+11.4%
- Regulatory ease88/100
Top 10 Indian Cetirizine Exporters to United States
Showing top 10 of 31 Indian suppliers exporting Cetirizine to United States, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD Avg $86.2K per shipment | 91 | $7.8M | 21.4% |
| 2 | J B CHEMICALS AND PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $38.8K per shipment | 114 | $4.4M | 12.1% |
| 3 | GRANULES INDIA LIMITED Avg $43.2K per shipment | 98 | $4.2M | 11.6% |
| 4 | MICRO LABS LIMITED Avg $87.0K per shipment | 38 | $3.3M | 9.0% |
| 5 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED Avg $43.4K per shipment | 54 | $2.3M | 6.4% |
| 6 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD Avg $38.1K per shipment | 55 | $2.1M | 5.7% |
| 7 | MARKSANS PHARMA LIMITED Avg $19.5K per shipment | 97 | $1.9M | 5.1% |
| 8 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $91.7K per shipment | 20 | $1.8M | 5.0% |
| 9 | DR REDDY S LABORATORIES LTD Avg $167.0K per shipment | 7 | $1.2M | 3.2% |
| 10 | HETERO LABS LIMITED Avg $26.3K per shipment | 43 | $1.1M | 3.1% |
This table shows the top 10 of 31 Indian companies exporting cetirizine to United States, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD, J B CHEMICALS AND PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, GRANULES INDIA LIMITED, MICRO LABS LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, MARKSANS PHARMA LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, DR REDDY S LABORATORIES LTD, HETERO LABS LIMITED. DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD is the dominant supplier with 91 shipments worth $7.8M USD, giving it a 21% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 45% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 31 total Indian exporters on the India to United States Cetirizine export route.
Top 10 Cetirizine Importers in United States
Showing top 10 of 129 known buyers in United States receiving Cetirizine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian cetirizine in United States include GRANULES CONSUMER HEALTH, REED-LANE INC 359 NEW WARK,, RISING PHARMA HOLDINGS INC, NORTHSTAR DISTRIBUTION CENTER 8912, EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES, LLC, among 129 total buyers. The largest importer is GRANULES CONSUMER HEALTH, accounting for $2.3M USD across 56 shipments — representing 6% of all cetirizine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GRANULES CONSUMER HEALTH | 56 | $2.3M | 6.1% |
| 2 | REED-LANE INC 359 NEW WARK, | 12 | $1.8M | 4.9% |
| 3 | RISING PHARMA HOLDINGS INC | 38 | $1.5M | 4.1% |
| 4 | NORTHSTAR DISTRIBUTION CENTER 8912 | 46 | $1.4M | 3.8% |
| 5 | EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES, LLC | 21 | $1.4M | 3.8% |
| 6 | AUROHEALTH LLC | 26 | $1.4M | 3.7% |
| 7 | OHM LABORATORIES INC | 15 | $1.4M | 3.7% |
| 8 | RISING PHARMA HOLDINGS, INC | 39 | $1.4M | 3.7% |
| 9 | EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES LLC | 9 | $1.3M | 3.6% |
| 10 | REED - LANE INC 359 NEW WARK, PROMP | 6 | $1.3M | 3.5% |
Showing top 10 of 129 Cetirizine importers in United States on this route.
Top 10 Cetirizine Formulations Imported by United States
Showing top 10 of 459 product formulations shipped on the India to United States Cetirizine route, ranked by trade value
United States imports a wide range of cetirizine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — CETIRIZINE HCL USP 10MG 500T USA — accounts for $1.2M USD across 25 shipments. There are 459 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 | CETIRIZINE HCL USP 10MG 500T USA | 25 | $1.2M | 3.4% |
| 2 | LEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS USP 5MG 10000S TOTAL QTY 2770 X 10000S 27700000 NOS | 1 | $929.0K | 2.5% |
| 3 | LEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS USP 5MG 10000S (3063 X 10000S PACKS=30630000 NOS) | 3 | $900.3K | 2.5% |
| 4 | CETIRIZINE HYDROCHORIDE TABLETS 10MG (CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS USP 10MG)300'S | 5 | $890.8K | 2.4% |
| 5 | CETIRIZINE HCL TABLETS USP 10MG | 15 | $736.2K | 2.0% |
| 6 | LEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS, | 5 | $724.8K | 2.0% |
| 7 | LEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS USP 5MG (1468 X 10000'S PACK = 14680000 NOS ) | 1 | $621.4K | 1.7% |
| 8 | LEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS USP 5MG 10000S (1464X10000S=14640000 NOS) | 1 | $617.5K | 1.7% |
| 9 | LEVOCETIRIZINE DIHYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS USP 5MG 10000S (TOTAL QTY 1754 X 10000S=17540000 NOS) | 1 | $597.5K | 1.6% |
| 10 | LEVOCETIRIZINE 5MG TABLET | 16 | $551.9K | 1.5% |
Showing top 10 of 459 Cetirizine formulations imported by United States on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 84%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
HYDERABAD ICD handles the highest volume with 162 shipments. Transit time averages 28 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's cetirizine exports to United States are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD with 91 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 31 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in United States benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD, J B CHEMICALS AND PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, GRANULES INDIA LIMITED — together account for 45% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $42.3K 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 levocetirizine dihydrochloride tablets usp 5mg 10000s total qty 2770 x 10000s 27700000 nos and levocetirizine dihydrochloride tablets usp 5mg 10000s (3063 x 10000s packs=30630000 nos), suggesting that buyers in United States tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, GRANULES CONSUMER HEALTH is the largest importer with 56 shipments worth $2.3M USD — representing 6% of all cetirizine imports from India on this route. A total of 129 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $36.7M
- Avg. Shipment
- $42.3K
- Suppliers
- 31
- Buyers
- 129
- Transit (Sea)
- ~28 days
- Annual Growth
- +10.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United States Cetirizine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Cetirizine to United States?
The leading Indian exporters of Cetirizine to United States are DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD, J B CHEMICALS AND PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, GRANULES INDIA LIMITED. DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 21% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Cetirizine exports from India to United States?
India exports Cetirizine to United States worth approximately $36.7M USD across 866 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $42.3K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Cetirizine to United States?
The most active port of origin is HYDERABAD ICD with 162 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 84% of shipments going by sea and 29% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to United States for Cetirizine?
The average transit time for Cetirizine shipments from India to United States is approximately 28 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 States Cetirizine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 10.6% with demand growth tracking at 11.4%. The route is ranked #18 among India's top Cetirizine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United States Cetirizine route?
There are currently 31 active Indian suppliers exporting Cetirizine to United States. The market is moderately concentrated with DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD accounting for 21% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Cetirizine from India in United States?
The leading importers of Indian Cetirizine in United States include GRANULES CONSUMER HEALTH, REED-LANE INC 359 NEW WARK,, RISING PHARMA HOLDINGS INC, NORTHSTAR DISTRIBUTION CENTER 8912, EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES, LLC. GRANULES CONSUMER HEALTH is the largest buyer with 56 shipments worth $2.3M 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 States export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Cetirizine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 31 Indian exporters and 129 importers in United States matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 866 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
866 Verified Shipments
31 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists