India to Canada: Fluticasone Export Trade Route
India has recorded 222 verified shipments of Fluticasone exported to Canada, representing a combined trade value of $11.9M USD. This corridor is served by 4 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $53.6K USD. The leading Indian exporter is CIPLA LIMITED, which accounts for 82% of total export value with 137 shipments worth $9.8M USD. On the buying side, APOTEX INC is the largest importer in Canada with $5.4M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — CIPLA LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED , RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE 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 Canada Fluticasone corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 222 shipments documented worth a combined $11.9M USD. The route is dominated by CIPLA LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 82% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's fluticasone manufacturing sector.
Across 4 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $53.6K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 72% of all shipments, consistent with fluticasone's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 24 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 17.2%, placing it at rank #3 among India's top fluticasone export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian fluticasone in Canada include APOTEX INC, Apotex Inc , MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC CO ACCURI and 11 others. APOTEX INC is the single largest importer with 102 shipments valued at $5.4M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit24 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portSAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4)
Market Position
- Global rank#3
- Annual growth+17.2%
- Demand growth+16.7%
- Regulatory ease73/100
Top 10 Indian Fluticasone Exporters to Canada
Showing top 10 of 4 Indian suppliers exporting Fluticasone to Canada, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $71.4K per shipment | 137 | $9.8M | 82.1% |
| 2 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $30.5K per shipment | 70 | $2.1M | 17.9% |
| 3 | RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $44 per shipment | 10 | $436 | 0.0% |
| 4 | RUBICON RESEARCH LIMITED Avg $1 per shipment | 5 | $4 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 4 Indian companies exporting fluticasone to Canada, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: CIPLA LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED , RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED, RUBICON RESEARCH LIMITED. CIPLA LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 137 shipments worth $9.8M USD, giving it a 82% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 100% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Fluticasone Importers in Canada
Showing top 10 of 14 known buyers in Canada receiving Fluticasone shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian fluticasone in Canada include APOTEX INC, Apotex Inc , MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC CO ACCURI, BGP PHARMA ULC, BGP Pharma ULC, among 14 total buyers. The largest importer is APOTEX INC, accounting for $5.4M USD across 102 shipments — representing 45% of all fluticasone imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | APOTEX INC | 102 | $5.4M | 45.1% |
| 2 | Apotex Inc | 46 | $1.6M | 13.3% |
| 3 | MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC CO ACCURI | 6 | $1.3M | 11.1% |
| 4 | BGP PHARMA ULC | 5 | $1.1M | 9.3% |
| 5 | BGP Pharma ULC | 3 | $655.4K | 5.5% |
| 6 | APOTEX INC | 24 | $546.1K | 4.6% |
| 7 | BGP PHARMA ULC VAUGHAN VALLEY BOULEVARD ACCURISTIXADVANCING HEALTHCARE | 2 | $428.4K | 3.6% |
| 8 | Apotex Inc | 10 | $366.4K | 3.1% |
| 9 | 200 BARMAC DRIVE | 8 | $300.4K | 2.5% |
| 10 | Mylan Pharmaceuticals ULC CO Accuri | 1 | $224.5K | 1.9% |
Showing top 10 of 14 Fluticasone importers in Canada on this route.
Top 10 Fluticasone Formulations Imported by Canada
Showing top 10 of 49 product formulations shipped on the India to Canada Fluticasone route, ranked by trade value
Canada imports a wide range of fluticasone formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — APO-FLUTICASONE HFA 250MCG/MD(WITH POUCH — accounts for $2.0M USD across 49 shipments. There are 49 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 | APO-FLUTICASONE HFA 250MCG/MD(WITH POUCH | 49 | $2.0M | 16.5% |
| 2 | AZELASTINE HYDROCHLORIDE 137MCG+FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE 50MCG(PER SPRAY)NASAL SUSPENSION | 6 | $1.3M | 11.2% |
| 3 | DYMISTA (AZELASTINE HYDROCHLORIDE 137MCG+FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE 50MCG(PER SPRAY)NASAL SUSPENSION);DYMISTA TRADE PACK - | 4 | $874.6K | 7.3% |
| 4 | APO-FLUTICASONE HFA 125MCG/MD(FLUTICASON | 13 | $753.8K | 6.3% |
| 5 | APO-FLUTICASONE HFA 250 MCG/MD (WITH POUCH) (FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE INHALATION AEROSOL 250MCG PER METERED DOS | 12 | $725.3K | 6.1% |
| 6 | APO-FLUTICASONE HFA 125MCG/MD ( FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE INHALATION AEROSOL 125MCG PER METERED DOSE) | 30 | $583.4K | 4.9% |
| 7 | APO-FLUTICASONE HFA 250MCG/MD (WITH POUC | 24 | $546.1K | 4.6% |
| 8 | APO-FLUTICASONE HFA 125MCG/MD FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE INHALATION AEROSOL 125MCGPER METERED DOSE | 8 | $464.5K | 3.9% |
| 9 | AZELASTINE HYDROCHLORIDE 137MCG+FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE 50MCG (PER SPRAY) NASAL SUSPENSION | 2 | $451.7K | 3.8% |
| 10 | APO FLUTICASONE HFA 125MCG MD FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE INHALATION AEROSOL 125MCG PER METERED DOSE 1X120 MD | 8 | $445.1K | 3.7% |
Showing top 10 of 49 Fluticasone formulations imported by Canada on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 72%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) handles the highest volume with 56 shipments. Transit time averages 24 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's fluticasone exports to Canada are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. CIPLA LIMITED with 137 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 4 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Canada benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — CIPLA LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED , RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $53.6K 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 azelastine hydrochloride 137mcg+fluticasone propionate 50mcg(per spray)nasal suspension and dymista (azelastine hydrochloride 137mcg+fluticasone propionate 50mcg(per spray)nasal suspension);dymista trade pack -, suggesting that buyers in Canada tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, APOTEX INC is the largest importer with 102 shipments worth $5.4M USD — representing 45% of all fluticasone imports from India on this route. A total of 14 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $11.9M
- Avg. Shipment
- $53.6K
- Suppliers
- 4
- Buyers
- 14
- Transit (Sea)
- ~24 days
- Annual Growth
- +17.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Canada Fluticasone Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Fluticasone to Canada?
The leading Indian exporters of Fluticasone to Canada are CIPLA LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED , RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED. CIPLA LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 82% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Fluticasone exports from India to Canada?
India exports Fluticasone to Canada worth approximately $11.9M USD across 222 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $53.6K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Fluticasone to Canada?
The most active port of origin is SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) with 56 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 72% of shipments going by sea and 20% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Canada for Fluticasone?
The average transit time for Fluticasone shipments from India to Canada is approximately 24 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 Canada Fluticasone trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 17.2% with demand growth tracking at 16.7%. The route is ranked #3 among India's top Fluticasone export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Canada Fluticasone route?
There are currently 4 active Indian suppliers exporting Fluticasone to Canada. The market is moderately concentrated with CIPLA LIMITED accounting for 82% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Fluticasone from India in Canada?
The leading importers of Indian Fluticasone in Canada include APOTEX INC, Apotex Inc , MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS ULC CO ACCURI, BGP PHARMA ULC, BGP Pharma ULC. APOTEX INC is the largest buyer with 102 shipments worth $5.4M 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 Canada export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Fluticasone.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 4 Indian exporters and 14 importers in Canada matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 222 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
222 Verified Shipments
4 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists