India to United Kingdom: Citalopram Export Trade Route
India has recorded 186 verified shipments of Citalopram exported to United Kingdom, representing a combined trade value of $4.3M USD. This corridor is served by 16 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $23.2K USD. The leading Indian exporter is GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED., which accounts for 29% of total export value with 40 shipments worth $1.3M USD. On the buying side, WAYMADE PLC is the largest importer in United Kingdom with $1.3M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED., GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED — together control 66% 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 Citalopram corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 186 shipments documented worth a combined $4.3M USD. The route is dominated by GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED., which alone accounts for roughly 29% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's citalopram manufacturing sector.
Across 16 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $23.2K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 75% of all shipments, consistent with citalopram's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 24 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 23.0%, placing it at rank #7 among India's top citalopram export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian citalopram in United Kingdom include WAYMADE PLC, NOUMED, MEDREICH PLC and 25 others. WAYMADE PLC is the single largest importer with 24 shipments valued at $1.3M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit24 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portCHAWAPAYAL ICD
Market Position
- Global rank#7
- Annual growth+23.0%
- Demand growth+19.5%
- Regulatory ease78/100
Top 10 Indian Citalopram Exporters to United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 16 Indian suppliers exporting Citalopram to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED. Avg $31.3K per shipment | 40 | $1.3M | 29.0% |
| 2 | GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED Avg $50.8K per shipment | 22 | $1.1M | 25.9% |
| 3 | MEDREICH LIMITED Avg $34.4K per shipment | 14 | $481.6K | 11.1% |
| 4 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED Avg $24.7K per shipment | 10 | $246.8K | 5.7% |
| 5 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $7.8K per shipment | 27 | $211.6K | 4.9% |
| 6 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD Avg $13.7K per shipment | 14 | $191.5K | 4.4% |
| 7 | MICRO LABS LIMITED Avg $20.7K per shipment | 9 | $186.4K | 4.3% |
| 8 | GALPHA LABORATORIES LTD Avg $43.1K per shipment | 4 | $172.5K | 4.0% |
| 9 | TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $39.5K per shipment | 4 | $158.0K | 3.7% |
| 10 | MICRO LABS LTD Avg $24.2K per shipment | 5 | $121.0K | 2.8% |
This table shows the top 10 of 16 Indian companies exporting citalopram to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED., GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, MICRO LABS LIMITED, GALPHA LABORATORIES LTD, TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, MICRO LABS LTD. GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED. is the dominant supplier with 40 shipments worth $1.3M USD, giving it a 29% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 66% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 16 total Indian exporters on the India to United Kingdom Citalopram export route.
Top 10 Citalopram Importers in United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 28 known buyers in United Kingdom receiving Citalopram shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian citalopram in United Kingdom include WAYMADE PLC, NOUMED, MEDREICH PLC, NA, BROWN AND BURK UK LIMITED, among 28 total buyers. The largest importer is WAYMADE PLC, accounting for $1.3M USD across 24 shipments — representing 30% of all citalopram imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WAYMADE PLC | 24 | $1.3M | 30.3% |
| 2 | NOUMED | 30 | $708.1K | 16.4% |
| 3 | MEDREICH PLC | 14 | $481.6K | 11.1% |
| 4 | NA | 8 | $377.0K | 8.7% |
| 5 | BROWN AND BURK UK LIMITED | 14 | $307.4K | 7.1% |
| 6 | MILPHARM LIMITED | 8 | $180.4K | 4.2% |
| 7 | TORRENT PHARMA (UK) LIMITED | 4 | $158.0K | 3.7% |
| 8 | NOUMED,C/O ALLOGA UK, AP5 & AP6, | 4 | $147.9K | 3.4% |
| 9 | TO THE ORDER OF | 4 | $110.9K | 2.6% |
| 10 | MILPHARM LIMITED ALLOGA UKAMBER PARK | 4 | $110.0K | 2.5% |
Showing top 10 of 28 Citalopram importers in United Kingdom on this route.
Top 10 Citalopram Formulations Imported by United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 131 product formulations shipped on the India to United Kingdom Citalopram route, ranked by trade value
United Kingdom imports a wide range of citalopram formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — CITALOPRAM TABLETS 20MG BATCH NO.ET23204 TO ET23208 MFG.DT.JUL-2023 EXP.DT.JUN-2028 — accounts for $167.7K USD across 2 shipments. There are 131 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 | CITALOPRAM TABLETS 20MG BATCH NO.ET23204 TO ET23208 MFG.DT.JUL-2023 EXP.DT.JUN-2028 | 2 | $167.7K | 3.9% |
| 2 | CITALOPRAM 20MG TABLETS 2X14S 193895 | 2 | $93.0K | 2.2% |
| 3 | CITALOPRAM 20MG TABLETS 2X14S191105 PAC | 2 | $89.6K | 2.1% |
| 4 | CITALOPRAM TABLETS 20MG B.NO.ET23211 TO ET23214 MF.DT.JUL-2023 EX.DT.JUN-2028 ET23215 MF.DT.AUG-2023 EX.DT.JUL-2028 | 1 | $84.1K | 1.9% |
| 5 | CITALOPRAM TABLETS 20 MG BATCH NO.ET23320 TO 23324 MFG.DT.NOV-2023,EXP.DT.OCT-2028 (PACK-2 SX14 T)NOS | 3 | $83.6K | 1.9% |
| 6 | CITALOPRAM TABLETS 20MG BATCH NO.ET23194 TO ET23197 & ET23203 MFG.DT.JUL-2023 EXP.DT.JUN-2028 | 1 | $83.6K | 1.9% |
| 7 | OTHER - ESCITALOPRAM 20MG FILM-COATED TABLETS ( ESCITALOPRAM 20MG) NOS SIZE 2X14TABLETS | 2 | $83.5K | 1.9% |
| 8 | CITALOPRAM TABLETS 20MG BATCH NO.ET23189 TO ET23193 MFG.DT.JUL-2023 EXP.DT.JUN-2028 | 1 | $83.4K | 1.9% |
| 9 | CITALOPRAM TABLETS 20MG,BATCH NO.ET23183 | 1 | $83.3K | 1.9% |
| 10 | CITALOPRAM TABLETS 20MG 2`SX14`T,BATCH.NO.ET23315 TO ET23319 MFG DT.NOV-23,EXP.DT.OCT-28 | 1 | $82.6K | 1.9% |
Showing top 10 of 131 Citalopram formulations imported by United Kingdom on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 75%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
CHAWAPAYAL ICD handles the highest volume with 33 shipments. Transit time averages 24 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's citalopram exports to United Kingdom are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED. with 40 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 16 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 — GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED., GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED — together account for 66% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $23.2K 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 citalopram 20mg tablets 2x14s 193895 and citalopram 20mg tablets 2x14s191105 pac, suggesting that buyers in United Kingdom tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, WAYMADE PLC is the largest importer with 24 shipments worth $1.3M USD — representing 30% of all citalopram imports from India on this route. A total of 28 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $4.3M
- Avg. Shipment
- $23.2K
- Suppliers
- 16
- Buyers
- 28
- Transit (Sea)
- ~24 days
- Annual Growth
- +23.0%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United Kingdom Citalopram Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Citalopram to United Kingdom?
The leading Indian exporters of Citalopram to United Kingdom are GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED., GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED. GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED. holds the largest market share at approximately 29% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Citalopram exports from India to United Kingdom?
India exports Citalopram to United Kingdom worth approximately $4.3M USD across 186 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $23.2K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Citalopram to United Kingdom?
The most active port of origin is CHAWAPAYAL ICD with 33 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 75% of shipments going by sea and 23% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to United Kingdom for Citalopram?
The average transit time for Citalopram shipments from India to United Kingdom is approximately 24 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 India to United Kingdom Citalopram trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 23.0% with demand growth tracking at 19.5%. The route is ranked #7 among India's top Citalopram export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United Kingdom Citalopram route?
There are currently 16 active Indian suppliers exporting Citalopram to United Kingdom. The market is moderately concentrated with GALPHA LABORATORIES LIMITED. accounting for 29% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Citalopram from India in United Kingdom?
The leading importers of Indian Citalopram in United Kingdom include WAYMADE PLC, NOUMED, MEDREICH PLC, NA, BROWN AND BURK UK LIMITED. WAYMADE PLC is the largest buyer with 24 shipments worth $1.3M 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 Kingdom export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Citalopram.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 16 Indian exporters and 28 importers in United Kingdom matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 186 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
186 Verified Shipments
16 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists