India to France: Clarithromycin Export Trade Route
India has recorded 141 verified shipments of Clarithromycin exported to France, representing a combined trade value of $2.3M USD. This corridor is served by 19 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $16.0K USD. The leading Indian exporter is ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, which accounts for 27% of total export value with 32 shipments worth $615.7K USD. On the buying side, PLANET PHARMA is the largest importer in France with $746.1K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, MICRO LABS LIMITED, AUROCHEM PHARMACEUTICALS (INDIA) PRIVATELIMITED — together control 59% 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 France Clarithromycin corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 141 shipments documented worth a combined $2.3M USD. The route is dominated by ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 27% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's clarithromycin manufacturing sector.
Across 19 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $16.0K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 83% of all shipments, consistent with clarithromycin's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during April–June, with an average transit time of 32 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 23.3%, placing it at rank #2 among India's top clarithromycin export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian clarithromycin in France include PLANET PHARMA, E.P.DIS, E P DIS and 23 others. PLANET PHARMA is the single largest importer with 35 shipments valued at $746.1K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit32 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#2
- Annual growth+23.3%
- Demand growth+21.6%
- Regulatory ease88/100
Top 10 Indian Clarithromycin Exporters to France
Showing top 10 of 19 Indian suppliers exporting Clarithromycin to France, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $19.2K per shipment | 32 | $615.7K | 27.3% |
| 2 | MICRO LABS LIMITED Avg $15.9K per shipment | 32 | $509.6K | 22.6% |
| 3 | AUROCHEM PHARMACEUTICALS (INDIA) PRIVATELIMITED Avg $10.7K per shipment | 19 | $202.8K | 9.0% |
| 4 | NIYA HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $34.6K per shipment | 4 | $138.3K | 6.1% |
| 5 | ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $13.1K per shipment | 10 | $130.9K | 5.8% |
| 6 | AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED Avg $16.0K per shipment | 7 | $112.2K | 5.0% |
| 7 | AUROCHEM PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $8.4K per shipment | 11 | $92.5K | 4.1% |
| 8 | CADILA HEALTHCARE LIMITED Avg $29.0K per shipment | 3 | $87.1K | 3.9% |
| 9 | STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED Avg $41.0K per shipment | 2 | $82.0K | 3.6% |
| 10 | ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED Avg $19.7K per shipment | 4 | $78.8K | 3.5% |
This table shows the top 10 of 19 Indian companies exporting clarithromycin to France, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, MICRO LABS LIMITED, AUROCHEM PHARMACEUTICALS (INDIA) PRIVATELIMITED, NIYA HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED, ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED , AJANTA PHARMA LIMITED, AUROCHEM PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, CADILA HEALTHCARE LIMITED, STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED , ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED. ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 32 shipments worth $615.7K USD, giving it a 27% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 59% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 19 total Indian exporters on the India to France Clarithromycin export route.
Top 10 Clarithromycin Importers in France
Showing top 10 of 26 known buyers in France receiving Clarithromycin shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian clarithromycin in France include PLANET PHARMA, E.P.DIS, E P DIS, PLANET PHARMA , PLANET PHARMA SA, among 26 total buyers. The largest importer is PLANET PHARMA, accounting for $746.1K USD across 35 shipments — representing 33% of all clarithromycin imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PLANET PHARMA | 35 | $746.1K | 33.1% |
| 2 | E.P.DIS | 20 | $310.0K | 13.7% |
| 3 | E P DIS | 9 | $155.6K | 6.9% |
| 4 | PLANET PHARMA | 10 | $130.9K | 5.8% |
| 5 | PLANET PHARMA SA | 7 | $112.2K | 5.0% |
| 6 | MS PLANET PHARMA | 8 | $103.3K | 4.6% |
| 7 | DISTRIMEX, | 2 | $82.0K | 3.6% |
| 8 | M/S PLANET PHARMA | 8 | $81.3K | 3.6% |
| 9 | M SPLANET PHARMA ZAC DU GRAND LAUNAY | 9 | $64.5K | 2.9% |
| 10 | M S PLANET PHARMA | 6 | $52.1K | 2.3% |
Showing top 10 of 26 Clarithromycin importers in France on this route.
Top 10 Clarithromycin Formulations Imported by France
Showing top 10 of 82 product formulations shipped on the India to France Clarithromycin route, ranked by trade value
France imports a wide range of clarithromycin formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT-CLARITHROMYCIN GH500MG CPR B/14(PACK:2X7T=14TAB;BATCH:G18230816;MFG:8/2023;EXP:7/2026) — accounts for $277.6K USD across 2 shipments. There are 82 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 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT-CLARITHROMYCIN GH500MG CPR B/14(PACK:2X7T=14TAB;BATCH:G18230816;MFG:8/2023;EXP:7/2026) | 2 | $277.6K | 12.3% |
| 2 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT-CLARITHROMYCIN GH500MG CPR B/14(PACK:2X7T=14TAB;BATCH:G18230128;MFG:1/2023;EXP:12/2025) | 1 | $154.0K | 6.8% |
| 3 | CLARICIN-500 (CLARITHROMYCIN TABLETS USP 500MG) | 12 | $111.9K | 5.0% |
| 4 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT-CLARITHROMYCIN GH | 6 | $99.4K | 4.4% |
| 5 | Claritron Clarithromycin Tablets USP [50 | 2 | $82.0K | 3.6% |
| 6 | ESOFAG KIT Amloxicillin 1000mg Tablets Clarithromycin USP 500mg Tablets Esomeprazole 20mg Tablets 7X1KIT Q | 1 | $61.5K | 2.7% |
| 7 | ESOFAG KIT(Amoxicillin 1000mg Tablets+Clarithromycin USP 500mg Tablets+Esomeprazole 20mg Tablets)-(Unit:7x1KIT)-(QTY:101 | 1 | $50.9K | 2.3% |
| 8 | ESOFAG KIT (AMLOXICILLIN 1MG TABLETS+CLARITHROMYCIN USP 500MG TABLETS+ESOMEPRAZOLE 20MG TABLETS) (7X1KIT) (QTY- 10016) T | 1 | $50.3K | 2.2% |
| 9 | 3 HP KIT GEL/2 + CPR/4 KIT/14 LANSOPRAZOLE, CLARITHROMYCIN AND TINIDAZOLE KIT | 1 | $47.8K | 2.1% |
| 10 | Claritron Clarithromycin Tablets USP [500mg] [FC] 18,117.00X 1X10'S | 1 | $47.3K | 2.1% |
Showing top 10 of 82 Clarithromycin formulations imported by France on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 83%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 28 shipments. Transit time averages 32 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's clarithromycin exports to France are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED with 32 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 19 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in France benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, MICRO LABS LIMITED, AUROCHEM PHARMACEUTICALS (INDIA) PRIVATELIMITED — together account for 59% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $16.0K 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 pharmaceutical product-clarithromycin gh500mg cpr b/14(pack:2x7t=14tab;batch:g18230128;mfg:1/2023;exp:12/2025) and claricin-500 (clarithromycin tablets usp 500mg), suggesting that buyers in France tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, PLANET PHARMA is the largest importer with 35 shipments worth $746.1K USD — representing 33% of all clarithromycin imports from India on this route. A total of 26 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $2.3M
- Avg. Shipment
- $16.0K
- Suppliers
- 19
- Buyers
- 26
- Transit (Sea)
- ~32 days
- Annual Growth
- +23.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to France Clarithromycin Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Clarithromycin to France?
The leading Indian exporters of Clarithromycin to France are ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, MICRO LABS LIMITED, AUROCHEM PHARMACEUTICALS (INDIA) PRIVATELIMITED. ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 27% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Clarithromycin exports from India to France?
India exports Clarithromycin to France worth approximately $2.3M USD across 141 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $16.0K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Clarithromycin to France?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 28 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 83% of shipments going by sea and 29% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to France for Clarithromycin?
The average transit time for Clarithromycin shipments from India to France is approximately 32 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 France Clarithromycin trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 23.3% with demand growth tracking at 21.6%. The route is ranked #2 among India's top Clarithromycin export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to France Clarithromycin route?
There are currently 19 active Indian suppliers exporting Clarithromycin to France. The market is moderately concentrated with ALFA BIOMED INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED accounting for 27% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Clarithromycin from India in France?
The leading importers of Indian Clarithromycin in France include PLANET PHARMA, E.P.DIS, E P DIS, PLANET PHARMA , PLANET PHARMA SA. PLANET PHARMA is the largest buyer with 35 shipments worth $746.1K 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 France export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Clarithromycin.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 19 Indian exporters and 26 importers in France matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 141 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
141 Verified Shipments
19 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists