India to Malta: Emtricitabine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 112 verified shipments of Emtricitabine exported to Malta, representing a combined trade value of $3.1M USD. This corridor is served by 10 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $27.9K USD. The leading Indian exporter is AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, which accounts for 59% of total export value with 48 shipments worth $1.9M USD. On the buying side, APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., is the largest importer in Malta with $1.7M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD — together control 81% 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 Malta Emtricitabine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 112 shipments documented worth a combined $3.1M USD. The route is dominated by AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, which alone accounts for roughly 59% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's emtricitabine manufacturing sector.
Across 10 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $27.9K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Freight is split between sea (69%) and air (18%), suggesting a mix of scheduled bulk orders and time-sensitive consignments.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 22 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 31.8%, placing it at rank #11 among India's top emtricitabine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian emtricitabine in Malta include APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD.,, HEUMANN PHARMA GMBH, HEUMANN PHARMA GMBH AND CO and 13 others. APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., is the single largest importer with 41 shipments valued at $1.7M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit22 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeMulti-modal
- Top portHYDERABAD ACC (INHYD4)
Market Position
- Global rank#11
- Annual growth+31.8%
- Demand growth+28.3%
- Regulatory ease69/100
Top 10 Indian Emtricitabine Exporters to Malta
Showing top 10 of 10 Indian suppliers exporting Emtricitabine to Malta, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD Avg $38.7K per shipment | 48 | $1.9M | 59.4% |
| 2 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED Avg $10.9K per shipment | 33 | $359.4K | 11.5% |
| 3 | MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $45.8K per shipment | 7 | $320.6K | 10.3% |
| 4 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD Avg $22.7K per shipment | 9 | $203.9K | 6.5% |
| 5 | MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $45.3K per shipment | 4 | $181.2K | 5.8% |
| 6 | MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $43.8K per shipment | 3 | $131.4K | 4.2% |
| 7 | APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED Avg $22.1K per shipment | 2 | $44.3K | 1.4% |
| 8 | HETERO LABS LIMITED Avg $13.7K per shipment | 2 | $27.4K | 0.9% |
| 9 | IKON BIO PHARMA Avg $570 per shipment | 1 | $570 | 0.0% |
| 10 | EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $10 per shipment | 3 | $30 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 10 Indian companies exporting emtricitabine to Malta, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD , AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED, HETERO LABS LIMITED, IKON BIO PHARMA, EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD is the dominant supplier with 48 shipments worth $1.9M USD, giving it a 59% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 81% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Emtricitabine Importers in Malta
Showing top 10 of 16 known buyers in Malta receiving Emtricitabine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian emtricitabine in Malta include APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD.,, HEUMANN PHARMA GMBH, HEUMANN PHARMA GMBH AND CO , APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., , APL Swift Services Malta Ltd, among 16 total buyers. The largest importer is APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD.,, accounting for $1.7M USD across 41 shipments — representing 55% of all emtricitabine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., | 41 | $1.7M | 55.2% |
| 2 | HEUMANN PHARMA GMBH | 7 | $312.6K | 10.0% |
| 3 | HEUMANN PHARMA GMBH AND CO | 6 | $236.6K | 7.6% |
| 4 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., | 7 | $180.0K | 5.8% |
| 5 | APL Swift Services Malta Ltd | 10 | $132.8K | 4.2% |
| 6 | APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD | 6 | $111.1K | 3.6% |
| 7 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LIMITED, | 13 | $110.3K | 3.5% |
| 8 | APL Swift Services Malta LIMITED | 9 | $106.0K | 3.4% |
| 9 | HEUMANN PHARMA GMBH & CO | 1 | $84.1K | 2.7% |
| 10 | XXL SXXFT XXRVIXXS (XXLTAXXLIMITEDXX | 2 | $44.3K | 1.4% |
Showing top 10 of 16 Emtricitabine importers in Malta on this route.
Top 10 Emtricitabine Formulations Imported by Malta
Showing top 10 of 65 product formulations shipped on the India to Malta Emtricitabine route, ranked by trade value
Malta imports a wide range of emtricitabine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — EMTRICITABINE AND TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL F — accounts for $1.0M USD across 3 shipments. There are 65 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 | EMTRICITABINE AND TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL F | 3 | $1.0M | 33.2% |
| 2 | EMTRICITABINE 200MG + TENOFOVIR DISOPROX | 6 | $236.6K | 7.6% |
| 3 | EMTRICITABINE AND TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL F | 8 | $173.8K | 5.6% |
| 4 | EMTRICITABINE AND TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FILMCOATED TABLETS 200MG/245MG 30'S | 7 | $155.4K | 5.0% |
| 5 | EMTRICITABINE AND TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FILM COATED TABLETS 200MG/245 MG(EMTRICITABINE/TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL PUREN | 1 | $131.3K | 4.2% |
| 6 | EMTRICITABINE / TENOFOVIR DISOPROXI L HEUMANN 200 MG/245 MG FILMTABLETTEN 90FILM-COATED TABLETS N3(1X90S)DRUGS AND PHAR | 1 | $112.7K | 3.6% |
| 7 | EMTRICITABINE AND TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FILM COATED TABLETS 200MG/245MG(20920PAK)(30'S)(Emtricitabina + Tenofovir Generis | 1 | $90.2K | 2.9% |
| 8 | DRUGS AND PHARMACEUTICALS HARMLESS MEDICINES EMTRICITABINE / TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL HEUMANN 200 MG/245 MG FILMTABLETTEN 90NOS | 1 | $89.0K | 2.8% |
| 9 | EMTRICITABINE 200MG AND TENOFOVIR DISOPR | 1 | $84.1K | 2.7% |
| 10 | EMTRICITABINE AND TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FILM COATED TABLETS 200MG/245MG(2976PAK)(90'S)(Emtricitabin/Tenofovirdisoproxil P | 2 | $81.2K | 2.6% |
Showing top 10 of 65 Emtricitabine formulations imported by Malta on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Balanced freight mix — 69% sea for bulk, 18% air for urgent orders.
Top Ports of Origin
HYDERABAD ACC (INHYD4) handles the highest volume with 23 shipments. Transit time averages 22 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's emtricitabine exports to Malta are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD with 48 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 10 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Malta benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD — together account for 81% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $27.9K 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 emtricitabine 200mg + tenofovir disoprox and emtricitabine and tenofovir disoproxil f , suggesting that buyers in Malta tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., is the largest importer with 41 shipments worth $1.7M USD — representing 55% of all emtricitabine imports from India on this route. A total of 16 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $3.1M
- Avg. Shipment
- $27.9K
- Suppliers
- 10
- Buyers
- 16
- Transit (Sea)
- ~22 days
- Annual Growth
- +31.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Malta Emtricitabine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Emtricitabine to Malta?
The leading Indian exporters of Emtricitabine to Malta are AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD . AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 59% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Emtricitabine exports from India to Malta?
India exports Emtricitabine to Malta worth approximately $3.1M USD across 112 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $27.9K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Emtricitabine to Malta?
The most active port of origin is HYDERABAD ACC (INHYD4) with 23 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use a mix of sea and air freight for this route, with 69% of shipments going by sea and 18% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Malta for Emtricitabine?
The average transit time for Emtricitabine shipments from India to Malta is approximately 22 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 Malta Emtricitabine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 31.8% with demand growth tracking at 28.3%. The route is ranked #11 among India's top Emtricitabine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Malta Emtricitabine route?
There are currently 10 active Indian suppliers exporting Emtricitabine to Malta. The market is moderately concentrated with AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD accounting for 59% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Emtricitabine from India in Malta?
The leading importers of Indian Emtricitabine in Malta include APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD.,, HEUMANN PHARMA GMBH, HEUMANN PHARMA GMBH AND CO , APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., , APL Swift Services Malta Ltd. APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., is the largest buyer with 41 shipments worth $1.7M 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 Malta export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Emtricitabine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 10 Indian exporters and 16 importers in Malta matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 112 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
112 Verified Shipments
10 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists