Who Buys Emtricitabine from India — 493 Importers Behind a $119.4M Market
India's emtricitabine import market is served by 493 active buyers who collectively imported $119.4M across 2,194 shipments. VIATRIS HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD, (SOUTH AFRICA) leads with a 12.1% market share, followed by MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS SA and NATIONAL AIDS COUNCIL (NAC),. The top 5 buyers together control 41.0% of total import value, reflecting a moderately competitive buyer landscape.

Top Emtricitabine Importers — Ranked by Import Value
VIATRIS HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD, (SOUTH AFRICA) is the leading emtricitabine importer from India, holding a 12.1% share of the $119.4M market across 2,194 shipments from 493 buyers. The top 5 buyers — VIATRIS HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD, (SOUTH AFRICA), MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS SA (SOUTH AFRICA), NATIONAL AIDS COUNCIL (NAC), (ZIMBABWE), ZYDUS FRANCE (FRANCE), LUPIN HEALTHCARE (UK) LIMITED (UNITED KINGDOM) — collectively control 41.0% of total import value.
Top Emtricitabine Buyers & Importers
Ranked by import value · 493 active buyers · Indian Customs (DGFT) data
| # | Buyer & Formulations | Value | Suppliers | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VIATRIS HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD,SOUTH AFRICA ATROIZA (75827 PACKS X 30S = 22TRIOLAR TABLETS BNO:BEB92310A MD.10/23 ED.09/25 PS: 1X30STRIOLAR TABLETS BNO:BEB92309A MD.09/23 ED.08/25 PS: 1X30S | $14.5M | 5 | 12.1% |
| 2 | MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS SASOUTH AFRICA ATROIZA (75827 PACKS X 30S = 22TRIOLAR TABLETS BNO:BEB92310A MD.10/23 ED.09/25 PS: 1X30STRIOLAR TABLETS BNO:BEB92309A MD.09/23 ED.08/25 PS: 1X30S | $12.0M | 5 | 10.1% |
| 3 | NATIONAL AIDS COUNCIL (NAC),ZIMBABWE TAVIN EM 300/200MG TABLET1X30T(1PAC=1N | $9.9M | 5 | 8.3% |
| 4 | ZYDUS FRANCEFRANCE TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE + EMTRICITABINEEMTRICITABINE CAPSULES 200MG NDC NO. 6MEDICINES. EMTRICITABINE 200MG + TENOFOV | $8.2M | 5 | 6.9% |
| 5 | LUPIN HEALTHCARE (UK) LIMITEDUNITED KINGDOM EMTRICITABINE 200MG+TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL | $4.3M | 5 | 3.6% |
| 6 | GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS EUROPE LTDUNITED KINGDOM EMTRICITABINE 200MG+TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL | $3.6M | 5 | 3.0% |
| 7 | AUROLOGISTICS LLC (AUROBINDO PHARMAUNITED STATES TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE + EMTRICITABINEEMTRICITABINE CAPSULES 200MG NDC NO. 6 | $2.2M | 5 | 1.8% |
| 8 | ICU VITAURUGUAY | $2.0M | 5 | 1.7% |
| 9 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD.,MALTA EMTRICITABINE AND TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FEMTRICITABINE 200MG + TENOFOVIR DISOPROX | $1.9M | 5 | 1.6% |
| 10 | SYNOPTIS INDUSTRIAL SP ,ZO,OPOLAND MEDICINES. EMTRICITABINE 200MG + TENOFOV | $1.9M | 5 | 1.6% |
| 11 | CIPLA USA INC UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLUUNITED STATES TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE + EMTRICITABINEEMTRICITABINE CAPSULES 200MG NDC NO. 6 | $1.9M | 5 | 1.6% |
| 12 | NORTHSTAR DISTRIBUTION CENTER 8912UNITED STATES TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE + EMTRICITABINEEMTRICITABINE CAPSULES 200MG NDC NO. 6 | $1.7M | 5 | 1.4% |
| 13 | SYNOPTIS INDUSTRIAL SP .ZO.OPOLAND MEDICINES. EMTRICITABINE 200MG + TENOFOV | $1.5M | 5 | 1.3% |
| 14 | AUROLOGISTICS LLC AUROBINDO PHARMUNITED STATES TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE + EMTRICITABINEEMTRICITABINE CAPSULES 200MG NDC NO. 6 | $1.4M | 5 | 1.1% |
| 15 | EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMETANZANIA | $1.2M | 5 | 1.0% |
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Market Analysis: Top Importing Countries & Their Importers
1South Africa
South Africa emerges as the first largest importing country, achieving a total trade value of $31.3M through 30 shipments. This represents a market share of 26.2% of the total market activity, demonstrating their significant presence in the industry.
Top Importers: South Africa has a diverse importer base, with their top importers including:
• VIATRIS HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD, - $14.5M (46.2% of country's total business)
• MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS SA - $12.0M (38.5% of country's total business)
Key Insight: South Africa demonstrates strong market positioning with an average shipment value of $1.0M, indicating premium pricing strategy compared to the market average of $54.4K.
South Africa is a key market for Emtricitabine imports, representing 26.2% of total trade value.
2United States
United States emerges as the second largest importing country, achieving a total trade value of $15.6M through 101 shipments. This represents a market share of 13.1% of the total market activity, demonstrating their significant presence in the industry.
Top Importers: United States has a diverse importer base, with their top importers including:
• AUROLOGISTICS LLC (AUROBINDO PHARMA - $2.2M (14.0% of country's total business)
• CIPLA USA INC UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLU - $1.9M (12.0% of country's total business)
• NORTHSTAR DISTRIBUTION CENTER 8912 - $1.7M (10.8% of country's total business)
• AUROLOGISTICS LLC AUROBINDO PHARM - $1.4M (8.8% of country's total business)
• AUROLOGISTICS LLC - $1.2M (7.5% of country's total business)
• Rest of United States's importers - $7.3M (47.0% of country's total business)
Key Insight: United States demonstrates strong market positioning with an average shipment value of $154.8K, indicating premium pricing strategy compared to the market average of $54.4K.
United States is a key market for Emtricitabine imports, representing 13.1% of total trade value.
3Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe emerges as the third largest importing country, achieving a total trade value of $10.4M through 2 shipments. This represents a market share of 8.7% of the total market activity, demonstrating their significant presence in the industry.
Top Importers: Zimbabwe has a diverse importer base, with their top importers including:
• NATIONAL AIDS COUNCIL (NAC), - $9.9M (94.8% of country's total business)
Key Insight: Zimbabwe demonstrates strong market positioning with an average shipment value of $5.2M, indicating premium pricing strategy compared to the market average of $54.4K.
Zimbabwe is a key market for Emtricitabine imports, representing 8.7% of total trade value.
4United Kingdom
United Kingdom emerges as the fourth largest importing country, achieving a total trade value of $9.8M through 21 shipments. This represents a market share of 8.2% of the total market activity, demonstrating their significant presence in the industry.
Top Importers: United Kingdom has a diverse importer base, with their top importers including:
• LUPIN HEALTHCARE (UK) LIMITED - $4.3M (43.9% of country's total business)
• GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS EUROPE LTD - $3.6M (36.7% of country's total business)
Key Insight: United Kingdom demonstrates strong market positioning with an average shipment value of $468.4K, indicating premium pricing strategy compared to the market average of $54.4K.
United Kingdom is a key market for Emtricitabine imports, representing 8.2% of total trade value.
5France
France emerges as the fifth largest importing country, achieving a total trade value of $8.9M through 12 shipments. This represents a market share of 7.4% of the total market activity, demonstrating their significant presence in the industry.
Top Importers: France has a diverse importer base, with their top importers including:
• ZYDUS FRANCE - $8.2M (92.6% of country's total business)
Key Insight: France demonstrates strong market positioning with an average shipment value of $738.2K, indicating premium pricing strategy compared to the market average of $54.4K.
France is a key market for Emtricitabine imports, representing 7.4% of total trade value.
Buyer Segment Analysis
TransData Nexus Emtricitabine buyer market intelligence
1Buyer Segment Analysis
The 493 buyers of Emtricitabine from India can be categorized into several segments:
1. Distributors: Entities that purchase Emtricitabine to supply to various healthcare providers.
2. Government Procurement Agencies: Organizations responsible for acquiring medicines for public health programs.
3. Re-exporters: Companies that import Emtricitabine for the purpose of exporting to other markets.
4. Contract Manufacturers: Firms that import Emtricitabine as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for the production of finished dosage forms.
The repeat buyer rate of 53.1% indicates a stable demand, with over half of the buyers returning for subsequent purchases, reflecting the critical role of Emtricitabine in HIV treatment regimens.
Country-Specific Import Regulations
TransData Nexus Emtricitabine buyer market intelligence
1Country-Specific Import Regulations
For the top five importing countries, the import regulations for Emtricitabine are as follows:
1. South Africa:
2. United States:
3. Zimbabwe:
4. United Kingdom:
5. France:
Demand Drivers & Market Opportunity
TransData Nexus Emtricitabine buyer market intelligence
1Demand Drivers & Market Opportunity
The demand for Emtricitabine is primarily driven by its efficacy in treating HIV/AIDS, a condition with significant prevalence in many importing countries. Government healthcare programs, such as South Africa's National Strategic Plan for HIV, TB, and STIs, prioritize the procurement of antiretroviral therapies, including Emtricitabine. The expansion of universal health coverage in countries like Zimbabwe has also increased access to essential medicines. Furthermore, Emtricitabine's inclusion in the WHO Essential Medicines List facilitates its procurement through international funding mechanisms like the Global Fund, which supports tender-based purchasing to ensure affordability and availability. The presence of 493 buyers across 117 countries underscores the global reliance on Emtricitabine for HIV treatment, highlighting substantial market opportunities for suppliers.
Common Questions — Emtricitabine Buyers & Importers
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
QWho is the largest emtricitabine buyer importing from India?
Based on import volume and value, VIATRIS HEALTHCARE (PTY) LTD, (SOUTH AFRICA) leads with $14.5M in imports and a 12.1% market share — the highest of any single emtricitabine importer. MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS SA (SOUTH AFRICA) and NATIONAL AIDS COUNCIL (NAC), (ZIMBABWE) are the next largest buyers.
QHow many companies buy emtricitabine from India?
There are 493 active emtricitabine buyers importing from India, with a combined market of $119.4M across 2,194 shipments to 117 countries. The top 5 buyers hold 41.0% of total import value, while the remaining 488 buyers handle the other 59.0%.
QWhich countries import the most emtricitabine from India?
The top importing countries for emtricitabine from India are South Africa (26.2%), United States (13.1%), Zimbabwe (8.7%), United Kingdom (8.2%), France (7.4%). These markets represent the largest demand centres for Indian pharmaceutical exports of emtricitabine, with buyers ranging from government procurement agencies to private pharmaceutical distributors.
QWhat is the average import order value for emtricitabine from India?
The average import transaction value for emtricitabine from India is $54.4K, with an average unit price of $11.21 per unit. Order sizes vary significantly based on buyer type — government tenders tend to be larger while private distributors place more frequent smaller orders.
Buyer Segment Analysis
TransData Nexus Emtricitabine buyer market intelligence
1Buyer Segment Analysis
The 493 buyers of Emtricitabine from India can be categorized into several segments:
1. Distributors: Entities that purchase Emtricitabine to supply to various healthcare providers.
2. Government Procurement Agencies: Organizations responsible for acquiring medicines for public health programs.
3. Re-exporters: Companies that import Emtricitabine for the purpose of exporting to other markets.
4. Contract Manufacturers: Firms that import Emtricitabine as an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for the production of finished dosage forms.
The repeat buyer rate of 53.1% indicates a stable demand, with over half of the buyers returning for subsequent purchases, reflecting the critical role of Emtricitabine in HIV treatment regimens.
Country-Specific Import Regulations
TransData Nexus Emtricitabine buyer market intelligence
1Country-Specific Import Regulations
For the top five importing countries, the import regulations for Emtricitabine are as follows:
1. South Africa:
2. United States:
3. Zimbabwe:
4. United Kingdom:
5. France:
Demand Drivers & Market Opportunity
TransData Nexus Emtricitabine buyer market intelligence
1Demand Drivers & Market Opportunity
The demand for Emtricitabine is primarily driven by its efficacy in treating HIV/AIDS, a condition with significant prevalence in many importing countries. Government healthcare programs, such as South Africa's National Strategic Plan for HIV, TB, and STIs, prioritize the procurement of antiretroviral therapies, including Emtricitabine. The expansion of universal health coverage in countries like Zimbabwe has also increased access to essential medicines. Furthermore, Emtricitabine's inclusion in the WHO Essential Medicines List facilitates its procurement through international funding mechanisms like the Global Fund, which supports tender-based purchasing to ensure affordability and availability. The presence of 493 buyers across 117 countries underscores the global reliance on Emtricitabine for HIV treatment, highlighting substantial market opportunities for suppliers.
Official References & Regulatory Resources
- European Medicines Agency
- WHO Essential Medicines
- Invest India — Pharma Sector
- India Trade Statistics (DGFT)
Verify import regulations and drug registration requirements with the official 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.Buyer Identification: 493 global importers of Emtricitabine identified from consignee fields in DGFT shipping bill records.
- 2.Import Value Analysis: Total import value aggregated from 2,194 individual shipping bill records. Values are FOB in USD.
- 3.Statistical Normalization: Shipment values are statistically normalized to ensure accurate market share representation.
- 4.Geographic Distribution: Buyer imports distributed across 117 destination countries with market share per buyer calculated from capped values.
Government-Sourced Data
Official DGFT customs records
Transparent Methodology
Calculations fully disclosed above
2,194 Verified Shipments
493 buyers tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists
