India to Sri Lanka: Dextromethorphan Export Trade Route
India has recorded 23 verified shipments of Dextromethorphan exported to Sri Lanka, representing a combined trade value of $499.9K USD. This corridor is served by 3 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $21.7K USD. The leading Indian exporter is BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, which accounts for 89% of total export value with 11 shipments worth $444.7K USD. On the buying side, SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LTD is the largest importer in Sri Lanka with $413.4K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD — together control 100% 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 Sri Lanka Dextromethorphan corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 23 shipments documented worth a combined $499.9K USD. The route is dominated by BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 89% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's dextromethorphan manufacturing sector.
Across 3 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $21.7K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 72% of all shipments, consistent with dextromethorphan's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 16 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 27.3%, placing it at rank #20 among India's top dextromethorphan export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian dextromethorphan in Sri Lanka include SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LTD, GEORGE STEUART HEALTH (PVT) LTD, SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED and 1 others. SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LTD is the single largest importer with 9 shipments valued at $413.4K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit16 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA
Market Position
- Global rank#20
- Annual growth+27.3%
- Demand growth+24.8%
- Regulatory ease74/100
Top 10 Indian Dextromethorphan Exporters to Sri Lanka
Showing top 10 of 3 Indian suppliers exporting Dextromethorphan to Sri Lanka, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $40.4K per shipment | 11 | $444.7K | 88.9% |
| 2 | CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $5.5K per shipment | 10 | $55.0K | 11.0% |
| 3 | CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD Avg $137 per shipment | 2 | $274 | 0.1% |
This table shows the top 10 of 3 Indian companies exporting dextromethorphan to Sri Lanka, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD. BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 11 shipments worth $444.7K USD, giving it a 89% market share.
Top 10 Dextromethorphan Importers in Sri Lanka
Showing top 10 of 4 known buyers in Sri Lanka receiving Dextromethorphan shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian dextromethorphan in Sri Lanka include SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LTD, GEORGE STEUART HEALTH (PVT) LTD, SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED, GEORGE STEUART HEALTH PVT LTD. The largest importer is SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LTD, accounting for $413.4K USD across 9 shipments — representing 83% of all dextromethorphan imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LTD | 9 | $413.4K | 82.7% |
| 2 | GEORGE STEUART HEALTH (PVT) LTD | 10 | $55.0K | 11.0% |
| 3 | SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED | 2 | $31.3K | 6.3% |
| 4 | GEORGE STEUART HEALTH PVT LTD | 2 | $274 | 0.1% |
Top 10 Dextromethorphan Formulations Imported by Sri Lanka
Showing top 10 of 13 product formulations shipped on the India to Sri Lanka Dextromethorphan route, ranked by trade value
Sri Lanka imports a wide range of dextromethorphan formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — TUSQ DX LIQUID 100ML Bulk Drug Each 5 mlcontains Dextromethorphan HydrobromideBP 15mg Chlorphenamine Maleate BP 2mg Ph — accounts for $154.2K USD across 2 shipments. There are 13 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 | TUSQ DX LIQUID 100ML Bulk Drug Each 5 mlcontains Dextromethorphan HydrobromideBP 15mg Chlorphenamine Maleate BP 2mg Ph | 2 | $154.2K | 30.8% |
| 2 | TUSQ-DX LIQUID 100ML(Bulk Drug:Each 5 mlcontains:Dextromethorphan HydrobromideBP 15mg Chlorphenamine Maleate BP 2mg Ph | 2 | $124.1K | 24.8% |
| 3 | TUSQ Dx LIQUID x 100ML (Bulk Drug:Each 5ml contains:Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide BP 15mg Chlorphenamine Maleate BP 2mg | 3 | $62.7K | 12.5% |
| 4 | TUSQ-DX LIQUID 100ML(Bulk Drug: Each 5 ml contains : Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide BP 15 mg Chlorphenamine Maleate BP 2m | 1 | $56.7K | 11.3% |
| 5 | TUSQ Dx LIQUID x 100ML Bulk Drug:Each 5ml contains:Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide BP 15mg Chlorphenamine Maleate BP 2mg | 3 | $46.9K | 9.4% |
| 6 | INDIAN HARMLESS MEDICINES:DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE BP 10MG&CHLORPHENIRAMINEMALEATE BP 4MG IN 10ML SYRUP(SINAREST L | 1 | $21.9K | 4.4% |
| 7 | INDIAN HARMLESS MEDICINES:[DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE BP 10MG AND CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE BP 4MG IN 10ML SYRUP]CONT:NOS | 3 | $21.2K | 4.2% |
| 8 | INDIAN HARMLESS MEDICINES:[DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE BP 10MG & CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE BP 4MG IN 10ML SYRUP]CONT:ASNOS | 2 | $11.8K | 2.4% |
| 9 | INDIAN HARMLESS MEDICINES:DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE BP 10MG & CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE BP 4MG IN 10ML SYRUP,CONT:AS | 1 | $274 | 0.1% |
| 10 | INDIAN HARMLESS MEDICINES:DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE BP 10MG & CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE BP 4MG [QTY:72 NOS FREE] | 1 | $0 | 0.0% |
Showing top 10 of 13 Dextromethorphan formulations imported by Sri Lanka on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 72%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
NHAVA SHEVA handles the highest volume with 8 shipments. Transit time averages 16 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's dextromethorphan exports to Sri Lanka are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED with 11 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 3 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Sri Lanka benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $21.7K 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 tusq-dx liquid 100ml(bulk drug:each 5 mlcontains:dextromethorphan hydrobromidebp 15mg chlorphenamine maleate bp 2mg ph and tusq dx liquid x 100ml (bulk drug:each 5ml contains:dextromethorphan hydrobromide bp 15mg chlorphenamine maleate bp 2mg, suggesting that buyers in Sri Lanka tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LTD is the largest importer with 9 shipments worth $413.4K USD — representing 83% of all dextromethorphan imports from India on this route.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $499.9K
- Avg. Shipment
- $21.7K
- Suppliers
- 3
- Buyers
- 4
- Transit (Sea)
- ~16 days
- Annual Growth
- +27.3%
Related Analysis
Other Dextromethorphan Routes
Unlock the Full India to Sri Lanka Dextromethorphan Dataset
TransData Nexus provides verified shipment-level records, supplier contact details, HS code breakdowns, real-time pricing benchmarks, and regulatory compliance guides for 23 shipments on this route.
Frequently Asked Questions — India to Sri Lanka Dextromethorphan Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Dextromethorphan to Sri Lanka?
The leading Indian exporters of Dextromethorphan to Sri Lanka are BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD. BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 89% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Dextromethorphan exports from India to Sri Lanka?
India exports Dextromethorphan to Sri Lanka worth approximately $499.9K USD across 23 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $21.7K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Dextromethorphan to Sri Lanka?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA with 8 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 72% of shipments going by sea and 20% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Sri Lanka for Dextromethorphan?
The average transit time for Dextromethorphan shipments from India to Sri Lanka is approximately 16 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 Sri Lanka Dextromethorphan trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 27.3% with demand growth tracking at 24.8%. The route is ranked #20 among India's top Dextromethorphan export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Sri Lanka Dextromethorphan route?
There are currently 3 active Indian suppliers exporting Dextromethorphan to Sri Lanka. The market is moderately concentrated with BLUE CROSS LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED accounting for 89% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Dextromethorphan from India in Sri Lanka?
The leading importers of Indian Dextromethorphan in Sri Lanka include SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LTD, GEORGE STEUART HEALTH (PVT) LTD, SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED, GEORGE STEUART HEALTH PVT LTD. SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LTD is the largest buyer with 9 shipments worth $413.4K 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 Sri Lanka export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Dextromethorphan.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 3 Indian exporters and 4 importers in Sri Lanka matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 23 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
23 Verified Shipments
3 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists