India to Kenya: Ephedrine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 14 verified shipments of Ephedrine exported to Kenya, representing a combined trade value of $260.7K USD. This corridor is served by 3 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $18.6K USD. The leading Indian exporter is SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, which accounts for 66% of total export value with 4 shipments worth $172.9K USD. On the buying side, SUN PHARMA EAST AFRICA LIMITED is the largest importer in Kenya with $172.9K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, VENOR PHARMA LIMITED — 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 Kenya Ephedrine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 14 shipments documented worth a combined $260.7K USD. The route is dominated by SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 66% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's ephedrine manufacturing sector.
Across 3 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $18.6K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Freight is split between sea (66%) and air (15%), suggesting a mix of scheduled bulk orders and time-sensitive consignments.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 25 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 16.4%, placing it at rank #20 among India's top ephedrine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian ephedrine in Kenya include SUN PHARMA EAST AFRICA LIMITED, SAI PHARMACEUTICALS KENYA LIMITED, SAI PHARMACEUTICALS (K) LIMITED and 1 others. SUN PHARMA EAST AFRICA LIMITED is the single largest importer with 4 shipments valued at $172.9K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit25 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeMulti-modal
- Top portSAHAR AIR
Market Position
- Global rank#20
- Annual growth+16.4%
- Demand growth+16.0%
- Regulatory ease66/100
Top 10 Indian Ephedrine Exporters to Kenya
Showing top 10 of 3 Indian suppliers exporting Ephedrine to Kenya, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $43.2K per shipment | 4 | $172.9K | 66.3% |
| 2 | IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED Avg $9.8K per shipment | 9 | $87.8K | 33.7% |
| 3 | VENOR PHARMA LIMITED Avg $0 per shipment | 1 | $0 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 3 Indian companies exporting ephedrine to Kenya, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, VENOR PHARMA LIMITED . SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 4 shipments worth $172.9K USD, giving it a 66% market share.
Top 10 Ephedrine Importers in Kenya
Showing top 10 of 4 known buyers in Kenya receiving Ephedrine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian ephedrine in Kenya include SUN PHARMA EAST AFRICA LIMITED, SAI PHARMACEUTICALS KENYA LIMITED, SAI PHARMACEUTICALS (K) LIMITED, M/S GENERICS AFRICA LIMITED . The largest importer is SUN PHARMA EAST AFRICA LIMITED, accounting for $172.9K USD across 4 shipments — representing 66% of all ephedrine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SUN PHARMA EAST AFRICA LIMITED | 4 | $172.9K | 66.3% |
| 2 | SAI PHARMACEUTICALS KENYA LIMITED | 5 | $71.1K | 27.3% |
| 3 | SAI PHARMACEUTICALS (K) LIMITED | 4 | $16.7K | 6.4% |
| 4 | M/S GENERICS AFRICA LIMITED | 1 | $0 | 0.0% |
Top 10 Ephedrine Formulations Imported by Kenya
Showing top 10 of 8 product formulations shipped on the India to Kenya Ephedrine route, ranked by trade value
Kenya imports a wide range of ephedrine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — CETRIZET D TABLETS (CONTAINING CETIRIZINE HCL 5MG AND PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL 120MG/ TAB.) (ACT QTY. 8337 BOX X 10 X 10S)NOS — accounts for $86.6K USD across 1 shipments. A total of 8 product variants have been identified in the shipment records.
| Rank | Product Formulation | Shipments | Trade Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CETRIZET D TABLETS (CONTAINING CETIRIZINE HCL 5MG AND PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL 120MG/ TAB.) (ACT QTY. 8337 BOX X 10 X 10S)NOS | 1 | $86.6K | 33.2% |
| 2 | CETRIZET-D TABLETS CONTAINS (CETIRIZINEHCL 5MG AND PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL 120 MG/TAB )BNO: JMG0054A MFD. 03/25 EXP.02/27 | 2 | $58.2K | 22.3% |
| 3 | HARMLESS MEDICINES Solvin Plus 120ml Liquid Bromhexine Hydrochloride Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride Liquide 16054x1x | 3 | $51.6K | 19.8% |
| 4 | CETRIZET-D TABLETS CONTAINS (PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL 120 MG)BATCH : JMG0051B MFD : 20.01.2025 EXP : 31.12.2026 | 1 | $28.1K | 10.8% |
| 5 | HARMLESS MEDICINES Solvin Plus 60ml Liquid Bromhexine Hydrochloride Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride Liquid 15962x1x60m | 2 | $19.5K | 7.5% |
| 6 | H.L.MED.: SOLVIN PLUS 60MG TABLETS (BROMHEXINE HCL 8MG + PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL 60MG) [1964 PACK X 10X10'S= 196400 NOS]TBS | 3 | $8.5K | 3.3% |
| 7 | H.L.MED.: SOLVIN PLUS TABLETS (BROMHEXINE HCL 8MG + PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL 60MG) [1920 PACK X 10X10'S= 192000 TBS] | 1 | $8.2K | 3.2% |
| 8 | BRAND EPHEVER INJ EPHEDRINE HCL BP 30MG/ | 1 | $0 | 0.0% |
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Balanced freight mix — 66% sea for bulk, 15% air for urgent orders.
Top Ports of Origin
SAHAR AIR handles the highest volume with 5 shipments. Transit time averages 25 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's ephedrine exports to Kenya are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED with 4 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 Kenya benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, VENOR PHARMA LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $18.6K 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 cetrizet-d tablets contains (cetirizinehcl 5mg and pseudoephedrine hcl 120 mg/tab )bno: jmg0054a mfd. 03/25 exp.02/27 and harmless medicines solvin plus 120ml liquid bromhexine hydrochloride pseudoephedrine hydrochloride liquide 16054x1x, suggesting that buyers in Kenya tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, SUN PHARMA EAST AFRICA LIMITED is the largest importer with 4 shipments worth $172.9K USD — representing 66% of all ephedrine imports from India on this route.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $260.7K
- Avg. Shipment
- $18.6K
- Suppliers
- 3
- Buyers
- 4
- Transit (Sea)
- ~25 days
- Annual Growth
- +16.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Kenya Ephedrine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Ephedrine to Kenya?
The leading Indian exporters of Ephedrine to Kenya are SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, VENOR PHARMA LIMITED . SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 66% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Ephedrine exports from India to Kenya?
India exports Ephedrine to Kenya worth approximately $260.7K USD across 14 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $18.6K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Ephedrine to Kenya?
The most active port of origin is SAHAR AIR with 5 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use a mix of sea and air freight for this route, with 66% of shipments going by sea and 15% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Kenya for Ephedrine?
The average transit time for Ephedrine shipments from India to Kenya is approximately 25 days. Sea freight typically takes longer, while air freight can reduce this significantly for urgent orders. Peak shipping activity is observed during January–March.
Q Is the India to Kenya Ephedrine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 16.4% with demand growth tracking at 16.0%. The route is ranked #20 among India's top Ephedrine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Kenya Ephedrine route?
There are currently 3 active Indian suppliers exporting Ephedrine to Kenya. The market is moderately concentrated with SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED accounting for 66% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Ephedrine from India in Kenya?
The leading importers of Indian Ephedrine in Kenya include SUN PHARMA EAST AFRICA LIMITED, SAI PHARMACEUTICALS KENYA LIMITED, SAI PHARMACEUTICALS (K) LIMITED, M/S GENERICS AFRICA LIMITED . SUN PHARMA EAST AFRICA LIMITED is the largest buyer with 4 shipments worth $172.9K 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 Kenya export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Ephedrine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 3 Indian exporters and 4 importers in Kenya matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 14 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
14 Verified Shipments
3 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists