India to Nigeria: Ephedrine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 46 verified shipments of Ephedrine exported to Nigeria, representing a combined trade value of $4.6M USD. This corridor is served by 3 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $101.0K USD. The leading Indian exporter is LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LTD, which accounts for 70% of total export value with 35 shipments worth $3.2M USD. On the buying side, EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND is the largest importer in Nigeria with $1.9M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LTD, LABORATE PHARMACEUTICAL INDIA LIMITED, LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA 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 Nigeria Ephedrine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 46 shipments documented worth a combined $4.6M USD. The route is dominated by LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LTD, which alone accounts for roughly 70% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's ephedrine manufacturing sector.
Across 3 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $101.0K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 85% of all shipments, consistent with ephedrine's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 28 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 13.3%, placing it at rank #17 among India's top ephedrine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian ephedrine in Nigeria include EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND, EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL & CHEMICALS, EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND CHEMICALS LIMITED and 2 others. EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND is the single largest importer with 24 shipments valued at $1.9M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit28 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portPATLI ICD
Market Position
- Global rank#17
- Annual growth+13.3%
- Demand growth+13.5%
- Regulatory ease90/100
Top 10 Indian Ephedrine Exporters to Nigeria
Showing top 10 of 3 Indian suppliers exporting Ephedrine to Nigeria, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LTD Avg $92.6K per shipment | 35 | $3.2M | 69.8% |
| 2 | LABORATE PHARMACEUTICAL INDIA LIMITED Avg $128.5K per shipment | 9 | $1.2M | 24.9% |
| 3 | LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LIMITED Avg $124.3K per shipment | 2 | $248.5K | 5.3% |
This table shows the top 10 of 3 Indian companies exporting ephedrine to Nigeria, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LTD, LABORATE PHARMACEUTICAL INDIA LIMITED, LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LIMITED. LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LTD is the dominant supplier with 35 shipments worth $3.2M USD, giving it a 70% market share.
Top 10 Ephedrine Importers in Nigeria
Showing top 10 of 5 known buyers in Nigeria receiving Ephedrine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian ephedrine in Nigeria include EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND, EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL & CHEMICALS, EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND CHEMICALS LIMITED, TO THE ORDER OF EMBASSY PHARMACEUTI, EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND CHEMICALS LTD. The largest importer is EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND, accounting for $1.9M USD across 24 shipments — representing 41% of all ephedrine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND | 24 | $1.9M | 40.8% |
| 2 | EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL & CHEMICALS | 8 | $985.1K | 21.2% |
| 3 | EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND CHEMICALS LIMITED | 7 | $902.2K | 19.4% |
| 4 | TO THE ORDER OF EMBASSY PHARMACEUTI | 5 | $609.6K | 13.1% |
| 5 | EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND CHEMICALS LTD | 2 | $254.1K | 5.5% |
Top 10 Ephedrine Formulations Imported by Nigeria
Showing top 10 of 16 product formulations shipped on the India to Nigeria Ephedrine route, ranked by trade value
Nigeria imports a wide range of ephedrine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — 1-980 KOLD TIME TABLET(PARACETAMOL BP 500MG+CAFFEINE BP 25MG +PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL BP 30MG+CHLORPHENAMINE MALEATE BP 2MG) — accounts for $1.6M USD across 21 shipments. There are 16 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 | 1-980 KOLD TIME TABLET(PARACETAMOL BP 500MG+CAFFEINE BP 25MG +PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL BP 30MG+CHLORPHENAMINE MALEATE BP 2MG) | 21 | $1.6M | 34.8% |
| 2 | 1-980 KOLD TIME TABLETParacetamol BP 500mg+Caffeine BP 25mg +Pseudoephedrine HCL BP 30mg+Chlorphenamine Maleate BP 2mg | 8 | $1.0M | 22.2% |
| 3 | 1-980 KOLD TIME TABLET (Paracetamol BP 500mg, Caffeine BP 25mg , PseudoephedrineHydrochloride BP30mg, Chlorphenamine Ma | 2 | $247.0K | 5.3% |
| 4 | 1-980 KOLD TIME TABLET (Paracetamol BP 500mg, Caffeine (anhydrous) BP 25mg , Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride BP 30mg, Chlo | 2 | $245.6K | 5.3% |
| 5 | 1 980 KOLD TIME TABLET Paracetamol BP 500mg Caffeine anhydrous BP 25mg Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride BP 30mg Chlorphe | 2 | $244.4K | 5.3% |
| 6 | 1-980 KOLD TIME TABLETParacetamol BP 500mg+Caffeine BP 25mg +Pseudoephedrine HCL BP 30mg+ Chlorphenamine Maleate BP 2mg | 1 | $127.0K | 2.7% |
| 7 | 1-980 KOLD TIME TABLET(PARACETAMOL BP 500MG+CAFFEINE BP 25MG +PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL BP 30MG+ CHLORPHENAMINE MALEATE BP 2MG | 1 | $124.4K | 2.7% |
| 8 | 1-980 KOLD TIME TABLET(Paracetamol BP 500MG+CAFFEINE BP 25MG +PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL BP 30MG+CHLORPHENAMINE MALEATE BP 2MG)47040NOS | 1 | $124.1K | 2.7% |
| 9 | 1-980 KOLD TIME TABLET (Paracetamol BP 500mg,Caffeine (anhydrous) BP 25mg,PseudoephedrineHydrochloride BP 30mg,Chlorphen | 1 | $123.5K | 2.7% |
| 10 | 1-980 KOLD TIME TABLET(Paracetamol BP 500mg, Caffeine (anhydrous) BP 25mg,Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride BP 30mg,Chlorphe | 1 | $123.2K | 2.7% |
Showing top 10 of 16 Ephedrine formulations imported by Nigeria on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 85%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
PATLI ICD handles the highest volume with 28 shipments. Transit time averages 28 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's ephedrine exports to Nigeria are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LTD with 35 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 Nigeria benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LTD, LABORATE PHARMACEUTICAL INDIA LIMITED, LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $101.0K USD reflects primarily bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical distributors.
Beyond the primary product category, shipments on this route include closely related formulations such as 1-980 kold time tabletparacetamol bp 500mg+caffeine bp 25mg +pseudoephedrine hcl bp 30mg+chlorphenamine maleate bp 2mg and 1-980 kold time tablet (paracetamol bp 500mg, caffeine bp 25mg , pseudoephedrinehydrochloride bp30mg, chlorphenamine ma, suggesting that buyers in Nigeria tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND is the largest importer with 24 shipments worth $1.9M USD — representing 41% of all ephedrine imports from India on this route.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $4.6M
- Avg. Shipment
- $101.0K
- Suppliers
- 3
- Buyers
- 5
- Transit (Sea)
- ~28 days
- Annual Growth
- +13.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Nigeria Ephedrine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Ephedrine to Nigeria?
The leading Indian exporters of Ephedrine to Nigeria are LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LTD, LABORATE PHARMACEUTICAL INDIA LIMITED, LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LIMITED. LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 70% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Ephedrine exports from India to Nigeria?
India exports Ephedrine to Nigeria worth approximately $4.6M USD across 46 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $101.0K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Ephedrine to Nigeria?
The most active port of origin is PATLI ICD with 28 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 85% of shipments going by sea and 30% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Nigeria for Ephedrine?
The average transit time for Ephedrine shipments from India to Nigeria is approximately 28 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 Nigeria Ephedrine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 13.3% with demand growth tracking at 13.5%. The route is ranked #17 among India's top Ephedrine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Nigeria Ephedrine route?
There are currently 3 active Indian suppliers exporting Ephedrine to Nigeria. The market is moderately concentrated with LABORATE PHARMACEUTICALS INDIA LTD accounting for 70% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Ephedrine from India in Nigeria?
The leading importers of Indian Ephedrine in Nigeria include EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND, EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL & CHEMICALS, EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND CHEMICALS LIMITED, TO THE ORDER OF EMBASSY PHARMACEUTI, EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND CHEMICALS LTD. EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND is the largest buyer with 24 shipments worth $1.9M 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 Nigeria export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Ephedrine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 3 Indian exporters and 5 importers in Nigeria matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 46 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
46 Verified Shipments
3 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists