Nepal to India: Churna Import Trade Route
India has recorded 316 verified shipments of Churna imported from Nepal, representing a combined trade value of $4.5B USD. This corridor is served by 12 active Nepal exporters, with an average shipment value of $14.2M USD. The leading Nepal supplier is DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD , which accounts for 58% of total import value with 52 shipments worth $2.6B USD. On the buying side, DABUR INDIA LIMITED is the largest Indian importer with $4.4B USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD , DABUR NEPAL P LTD , DABUR NEPAL P LIMITED — together control 99% of total trade value on this route. All data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill of entry records. Values reported in FOB USD.

Route Intelligence Overview
The Nepal to India Churna corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical import routes from Nepal, with 316 shipments documented worth a combined $4.5B USD. The route is dominated by DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD , which alone accounts for roughly 58% of all import value, reflecting the consolidated nature of Nepal's churna export sector.
Across 12 active Nepal suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $14.2M 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 churna's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 18 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 20.3%, placing it at rank #3 among India's top churna import origins globally.
On the Indian buyer side, key Indian importers include DABUR INDIA LIMITED , DABUR INDIA LIMITED. DABUR INDIA LIMITED is the single largest Indian importer with 168 shipments valued at $4.4B USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit18 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top port of entryRAXAUL (INRXLB)
Market Position
- Global rank#3
- Annual growth+20.3%
- Demand growth+17.4%
- Regulatory ease73/100
Top 10 Churna Exporters from Nepal to India
Showing top 10 of 12 Nepal suppliers exporting Churna to India, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Nepal Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD Avg $50.4M per shipment | 52 | $2.6B | 58.4% |
| 2 | DABUR NEPAL P LTD Avg $18.6M per shipment | 96 | $1.8B | 39.8% |
| 3 | DABUR NEPAL P LIMITED Avg $2.3M per shipment | 20 | $45.1M | 1.0% |
| 4 | DABUR NEPALP VT LIMITED Avg $15.7M per shipment | 2 | $31.4M | 0.7% |
| 5 | DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD Avg $40.3K per shipment | 59 | $2.4M | 0.1% |
| 6 | DABUR NEPAL P LTD Avg $49.1K per shipment | 43 | $2.1M | 0.0% |
| 7 | DABUR NEPAL (P) LIMITED Avg $33.3K per shipment | 16 | $533.4K | 0.0% |
| 8 | DABUR NEPAL PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $29.9K per shipment | 12 | $359.1K | 0.0% |
| 9 | DABUR NEPAL P LIMITED Avg $36.9K per shipment | 8 | $295.5K | 0.0% |
| 10 | DABUR NEPAL PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $73.9K per shipment | 3 | $221.6K | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 12 Nepal companies exporting churna to India, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD , DABUR NEPAL P LTD , DABUR NEPAL P LIMITED, DABUR NEPALP VT LIMITED, DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD, DABUR NEPAL P LTD, DABUR NEPAL (P) LIMITED, DABUR NEPAL PRIVATE LIMITED , DABUR NEPAL P LIMITED , DABUR NEPAL PRIVATE LIMITED. DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD is the dominant supplier with 52 shipments worth $2.6B USD, giving it a 58% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 99% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 12 total Nepal exporters on the Nepal to India Churna import route.
Top 10 Indian Churna Importers from Nepal
Showing top 10 of 2 known Indian buyers receiving Churna shipments from Nepal, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading Indian importers of Nepal churna include DABUR INDIA LIMITED , DABUR INDIA LIMITED. The largest importer is DABUR INDIA LIMITED , accounting for $4.4B USD across 168 shipments — representing 98% of all churna imports from Nepal on this route.
| Rank | Indian Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DABUR INDIA LIMITED | 168 | $4.4B | 98.2% |
| 2 | DABUR INDIA LIMITED | 148 | $82.0M | 1.8% |
Top 10 Churna Formulations Imported from Nepal
Showing top 10 of 237 product formulations shipped on the Nepal to India Churna route, ranked by trade value
India imports a wide range of churna formulations from Nepal, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — PACHANCHURNA REGULAR NB 01072 — accounts for $1.3B USD across 1 shipments. There are 237 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 | PACHANCHURNA REGULAR NB 01072 | 1 | $1.3B | 29.2% |
| 2 | PACHAN CHURNA REGULAR NB 01073 | 1 | $1.3B | 29.2% |
| 3 | PACHAN CHURNA REGULAR NB01074 | 1 | $1.3B | 29.2% |
| 4 | PACHAN CHURNA REGULAR NB01075 | 1 | $321.5M | 7.2% |
| 5 | PACHAN CHURNA IMLI NB00336 | 1 | $113.8M | 2.5% |
| 6 | PACHAN CHURNA IMLI NB00334 | 2 | $38.5M | 0.9% |
| 7 | PACHAN CHURNA REGULAR NB 01024 | 1 | $15.8M | 0.4% |
| 8 | PACHAN CHURNA REGULAR NB01020 | 1 | $15.6M | 0.3% |
| 9 | PACHAN CHURNA REGULAR NB 01021 | 1 | $15.6M | 0.3% |
| 10 | PACHAN CHURNA REGULAR NB01022 | 1 | $15.6M | 0.3% |
Showing top 10 of 237 Churna formulations imported from Nepal 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 Indian Ports of Entry
RAXAUL (INRXLB) handles the highest volume with 113 shipments. Transit time averages 18 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's churna imports from Nepal are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale Nepal manufacturers. DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD with 52 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 12 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — Indian buyers benefit from Nepal supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD , DABUR NEPAL P LTD , DABUR NEPAL P LIMITED — together account for 99% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $14.2M 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 pachan churna regular nb 01073 and pachan churna regular nb01074 , suggesting that Indian buyers tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Nepal supplier.
On the buying side, DABUR INDIA LIMITED is the largest importer with 168 shipments worth $4.4B USD — representing 98% of all churna imports from Nepal on this route.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $4.5B
- Avg. Shipment
- $14.2M
- Suppliers
- 12
- Buyers
- 2
- Transit (Sea)
- ~18 days
- Annual Growth
- +20.3%
Reverse Direction
India → Nepal — Churna (Export)Unlock the Full Nepal to India Churna Dataset
TransData Nexus provides verified shipment-level records, exporter contact details, HS code breakdowns, real-time pricing benchmarks, and regulatory compliance guides for 316 shipments on this route.
Frequently Asked Questions — Nepal to India Churna Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Nepal companies export Churna to India?
The leading Nepal exporters of Churna to India are DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD , DABUR NEPAL P LTD , DABUR NEPAL P LIMITED. DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 58% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Churna imports from Nepal to India?
India imports Churna from Nepal worth approximately $4.5B USD across 316 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $14.2M USD.
Q Which Indian ports receive Churna from Nepal?
The most active Indian port of entry is RAXAUL (INRXLB) with 113 shipments. Nepal exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 71% of shipments going by sea and 20% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from Nepal to India for Churna?
The average transit time for Churna shipments from Nepal to India is approximately 18 days. Sea freight typically takes longer, while air freight can reduce this significantly for urgent orders. Peak shipping activity is observed during July–September.
Q Is the Nepal to India Churna import route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 20.3% with demand growth tracking at 17.4%. The route is ranked #3 among India's top Churna import origins globally.
Q How many Nepal suppliers are active on this Churna import route?
There are currently 12 active Nepal suppliers exporting Churna to India. The market is moderately concentrated with DABUR NEPAL PVT LTD accounting for 58% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main Indian importers of Churna from Nepal?
The leading Indian importers of Churna from Nepal include DABUR INDIA LIMITED , DABUR INDIA LIMITED. DABUR INDIA LIMITED is the largest buyer with 168 shipments worth $4.4B 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 Nepal export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Churna.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 12 Indian exporters and 2 importers in Nepal matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 316 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
316 Verified Shipments
12 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists