Singapore to India: Ephedrine Import Trade Route
India has recorded 1 verified shipments of Ephedrine imported from Singapore, representing a combined trade value of $150.2K USD. This corridor is served by 1 active Singapore exporters, with an average shipment value of $150.2K USD. The leading Singapore supplier is SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD, which accounts for 100% of total import value with 1 shipments worth $150.2K USD. On the buying side, SANOFI INDIA LIMITED is the largest Indian importer with $150.2K USD in purchases. All data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill of entry records. Values reported in FOB USD.

Route Intelligence Overview
The Singapore to India Ephedrine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical import routes from Singapore, with 1 shipments documented worth a combined $150.2K USD. The route is dominated by SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD, which alone accounts for roughly 100% of all import value, reflecting the consolidated nature of Singapore's ephedrine export sector.
Across 1 active Singapore suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $150.2K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 70% of all shipments, consistent with ephedrine's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 20 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 24.8%, placing it at rank #8 among India's top ephedrine import origins globally.
On the Indian buyer side, key Indian importers include SANOFI INDIA LIMITED. SANOFI INDIA LIMITED is the single largest Indian importer with 1 shipments valued at $150.2K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit20 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top port of entrySAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4)
Market Position
- Global rank#8
- Annual growth+24.8%
- Demand growth+20.9%
- Regulatory ease71/100
Top 10 Ephedrine Exporters from Singapore to India
Showing top 10 of 1 Singapore suppliers exporting Ephedrine to India, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Singapore Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD Avg $150.2K per shipment | 1 | $150.2K | 100.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 1 Singapore companies exporting ephedrine to India, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD. SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD is the dominant supplier with 1 shipments worth $150.2K USD, giving it a 100% market share.
Top 10 Indian Ephedrine Importers from Singapore
Showing top 10 of 1 known Indian buyers receiving Ephedrine shipments from Singapore, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading Indian importers of Singapore ephedrine include SANOFI INDIA LIMITED. The largest importer is SANOFI INDIA LIMITED, accounting for $150.2K USD across 1 shipments — representing 100% of all ephedrine imports from Singapore on this route.
| Rank | Indian Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SANOFI INDIA LIMITED | 1 | $150.2K | 100.0% |
Top 10 Ephedrine Formulations Imported from Singapore
Showing top 10 of 1 product formulations shipped on the Singapore to India Ephedrine route, ranked by trade value
India imports a wide range of ephedrine formulations from Singapore, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — ALLEGRA D 60MG+120MG TAB BL5X10 M36 IN (CBN NO. PC-IMP-1050/2024 DT. 15/10/2024)(FEXOFENADINE HCI 60MG + PSEUDOEPHEDRINEALLEGRA D 60MG+120MG TAB BL5X10 M36 IN (CBN NO. PC-IMP-1050/ — accounts for $150.2K USD across 1 shipments. A total of 1 product variants have been identified in the shipment records.
| Rank | Product Formulation | Shipments | Trade Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ALLEGRA D 60MG+120MG TAB BL5X10 M36 IN (CBN NO. PC-IMP-1050/2024 DT. 15/10/2024)(FEXOFENADINE HCI 60MG + PSEUDOEPHEDRINEALLEGRA D 60MG+120MG TAB BL5X10 M36 IN (CBN NO. PC-IMP-1050/ | 1 | $150.2K | 100.0% |
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 70%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Indian Ports of Entry
SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) handles the highest volume with 1 shipments. Transit time averages 20 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's ephedrine imports from Singapore are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale Singapore manufacturers. SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD with 1 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 1 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — Indian buyers benefit from Singapore supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $150.2K USD reflects primarily bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical distributors.
On the buying side, SANOFI INDIA LIMITED is the largest importer with 1 shipments worth $150.2K USD — representing 100% of all ephedrine imports from Singapore on this route.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $150.2K
- Avg. Shipment
- $150.2K
- Suppliers
- 1
- Buyers
- 1
- Transit (Sea)
- ~20 days
- Annual Growth
- +24.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions — Singapore to India Ephedrine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Singapore companies export Ephedrine to India?
The leading Singapore exporters of Ephedrine to India are SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD. SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 100% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Ephedrine imports from Singapore to India?
India imports Ephedrine from Singapore worth approximately $150.2K USD across 1 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $150.2K USD.
Q Which Indian ports receive Ephedrine from Singapore?
The most active Indian port of entry is SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) with 1 shipments. Singapore exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 70% of shipments going by sea and 19% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from Singapore to India for Ephedrine?
The average transit time for Ephedrine shipments from Singapore to India is approximately 20 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 Singapore to India Ephedrine import route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 24.8% with demand growth tracking at 20.9%. The route is ranked #8 among India's top Ephedrine import origins globally.
Q How many Singapore suppliers are active on this Ephedrine import route?
There are currently 1 active Singapore suppliers exporting Ephedrine to India. The market is moderately concentrated with SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD accounting for 100% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main Indian importers of Ephedrine from Singapore?
The leading Indian importers of Ephedrine from Singapore include SANOFI INDIA LIMITED. SANOFI INDIA LIMITED is the largest buyer with 1 shipments worth $150.2K 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 Singapore export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Ephedrine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 1 Indian exporters and 1 importers in Singapore matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 1 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
1 Verified Shipments
1 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists