India to United Kingdom: Folic Export Trade Route
India has recorded 111 verified shipments of Folic exported to United Kingdom, representing a combined trade value of $1.9M USD. This corridor is served by 20 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $16.8K USD. The leading Indian exporter is WOCKHARDT LIMITED, which accounts for 36% of total export value with 12 shipments worth $678.5K USD. On the buying side, WOCKHARDT UK LIMITED is the largest importer in United Kingdom with $678.5K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — WOCKHARDT LIMITED, INDOCO REMEDIES LIMITED, MARS THERAPEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 73% 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 United Kingdom Folic corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 111 shipments documented worth a combined $1.9M USD. The route is dominated by WOCKHARDT LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 36% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's folic manufacturing sector.
Across 20 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $16.8K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 80% of all shipments, consistent with folic's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 27 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 31.6%, placing it at rank #20 among India's top folic export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian folic in United Kingdom include WOCKHARDT UK LIMITED, ALISSA HEALTHCARE RESEARCH LIMITED, NA and 25 others. WOCKHARDT UK LIMITED is the single largest importer with 12 shipments valued at $678.5K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit27 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portJNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA
Market Position
- Global rank#20
- Annual growth+31.6%
- Demand growth+28.2%
- Regulatory ease84/100
Top 10 Indian Folic Exporters to United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 20 Indian suppliers exporting Folic to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WOCKHARDT LIMITED Avg $56.5K per shipment | 12 | $678.5K | 36.3% |
| 2 | INDOCO REMEDIES LIMITED Avg $26.3K per shipment | 15 | $394.6K | 21.1% |
| 3 | MARS THERAPEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $19.6K per shipment | 15 | $293.3K | 15.7% |
| 4 | MARS THERAPEUTICS CHEMICALS LIMITED Avg $32.1K per shipment | 3 | $96.2K | 5.1% |
| 5 | FLAMINGO PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $5.4K per shipment | 14 | $75.6K | 4.0% |
| 6 | SRI KRISHNA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $20.5K per shipment | 3 | $61.4K | 3.3% |
| 7 | STARMED HEALTHCARE Avg $27.3K per shipment | 2 | $54.5K | 2.9% |
| 8 | PROSFORA TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $27.2K per shipment | 2 | $54.4K | 2.9% |
| 9 | MEYER ORGANICS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $2.7K per shipment | 13 | $35.6K | 1.9% |
| 10 | MARKSANS PHARMA LIMITED Avg $5.5K per shipment | 6 | $33.0K | 1.8% |
This table shows the top 10 of 20 Indian companies exporting folic to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: WOCKHARDT LIMITED, INDOCO REMEDIES LIMITED, MARS THERAPEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED, MARS THERAPEUTICS CHEMICALS LIMITED, FLAMINGO PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, SRI KRISHNA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, STARMED HEALTHCARE, PROSFORA TECHNOLOGIES PRIVATE LIMITED, MEYER ORGANICS PRIVATE LIMITED, MARKSANS PHARMA LIMITED. WOCKHARDT LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 12 shipments worth $678.5K USD, giving it a 36% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 73% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 20 total Indian exporters on the India to United Kingdom Folic export route.
Top 10 Folic Importers in United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 28 known buyers in United Kingdom receiving Folic shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian folic in United Kingdom include WOCKHARDT UK LIMITED, ALISSA HEALTHCARE RESEARCH LIMITED, NA, TO THE ORDER , FLAMINGO PHARMA UK LIMITED, among 28 total buyers. The largest importer is WOCKHARDT UK LIMITED, accounting for $678.5K USD across 12 shipments — representing 36% of all folic imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WOCKHARDT UK LIMITED | 12 | $678.5K | 36.3% |
| 2 | ALISSA HEALTHCARE RESEARCH LIMITED | 17 | $357.6K | 19.1% |
| 3 | NA | 14 | $250.4K | 13.4% |
| 4 | TO THE ORDER | 3 | $107.7K | 5.8% |
| 5 | FLAMINGO PHARMA UK LIMITED | 8 | $75.6K | 4.0% |
| 6 | RELONCHEM LTD | 4 | $65.7K | 3.5% |
| 7 | ALISSA HEALTH CARE RESEARCH LIMITED | 2 | $64.4K | 3.4% |
| 8 | MOBLUS HEALTHCARE LIMITED | 2 | $47.1K | 2.5% |
| 9 | TO THE ORDER | 6 | $42.6K | 2.3% |
| 10 | BELLS HEALTHCRE BELL SONS CO DRUGGIST LIMITED | 1 | $29.9K | 1.6% |
Showing top 10 of 28 Folic importers in United Kingdom on this route.
Top 10 Folic Formulations Imported by United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 68 product formulations shipped on the India to United Kingdom Folic route, ranked by trade value
United Kingdom imports a wide range of folic formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — FOLIC ACID 5MG TAB FOLIC ACID 5MG TAB 28 BLI PACK — accounts for $325.6K USD across 7 shipments. There are 68 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 | FOLIC ACID 5MG TAB FOLIC ACID 5MG TAB 28 BLI PACK | 7 | $325.6K | 17.4% |
| 2 | FOLIC ACID 5MG TABLET, PACK OF 2X14'S EACH TABLET CONTAINS:FOLIC ACID PH.EUR 5MG | 4 | $141.8K | 7.6% |
| 3 | FOLIC ACID 5MG TAB 28 BLI PACK -TOTAL 20 | 2 | $119.6K | 6.4% |
| 4 | FOLIC ACID 5MG TAB 28 BLI PACK -TOTAL 20 | 2 | $118.7K | 6.3% |
| 5 | FOLIC ACID 5MG TAB 28 BLI PACK -TOTAL 40 | 1 | $114.7K | 6.1% |
| 6 | FOLIC ACID 5MG TABLET PACK OF 2X14'S EACH TABLET CONTAINS:FOLIC ACID PH.EUR 5MG | 3 | $107.7K | 5.8% |
| 7 | (MEDICINES FINISHED PRODUCTS) FOLIC ACID5MG TABLETS (AS PER INV ) | 5 | $97.5K | 5.2% |
| 8 | FOLIC ACID 5MG TABLET, PACK OF 2X14'S (EACH TABLET CONTAINS:FOLIC ACID PH.EUR 5MG) | 2 | $72.1K | 3.9% |
| 9 | FOLIC ACID 5MG TABLETS (MEDICINES FINISHED PRODUCTS) | 4 | $65.2K | 3.5% |
| 10 | MEDICINES FINISHED PRODUCTS FOLIC ACID5MG TABLETS | 2 | $64.2K | 3.4% |
Showing top 10 of 68 Folic formulations imported by United Kingdom on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 80%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
JNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA handles the highest volume with 24 shipments. Transit time averages 27 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's folic exports to United Kingdom are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. WOCKHARDT LIMITED with 12 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 20 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in United Kingdom benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — WOCKHARDT LIMITED, INDOCO REMEDIES LIMITED, MARS THERAPEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 73% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $16.8K 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 folic acid 5mg tablet, pack of 2x14's each tablet contains:folic acid ph.eur 5mg and folic acid 5mg tab 28 bli pack -total 20 , suggesting that buyers in United Kingdom tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, WOCKHARDT UK LIMITED is the largest importer with 12 shipments worth $678.5K USD — representing 36% of all folic imports from India on this route. A total of 28 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $1.9M
- Avg. Shipment
- $16.8K
- Suppliers
- 20
- Buyers
- 28
- Transit (Sea)
- ~27 days
- Annual Growth
- +31.6%
Reverse Direction
United Kingdom → India — Folic (Import)Unlock the Full India to United Kingdom Folic Dataset
TransData Nexus provides verified shipment-level records, supplier contact details, HS code breakdowns, real-time pricing benchmarks, and regulatory compliance guides for 111 shipments on this route.
Frequently Asked Questions — India to United Kingdom Folic Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Folic to United Kingdom?
The leading Indian exporters of Folic to United Kingdom are WOCKHARDT LIMITED, INDOCO REMEDIES LIMITED, MARS THERAPEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED. WOCKHARDT LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 36% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Folic exports from India to United Kingdom?
India exports Folic to United Kingdom worth approximately $1.9M USD across 111 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $16.8K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Folic to United Kingdom?
The most active port of origin is JNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA with 24 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 80% of shipments going by sea and 26% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to United Kingdom for Folic?
The average transit time for Folic shipments from India to United Kingdom is approximately 27 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 United Kingdom Folic trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 31.6% with demand growth tracking at 28.2%. The route is ranked #20 among India's top Folic export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United Kingdom Folic route?
There are currently 20 active Indian suppliers exporting Folic to United Kingdom. The market is moderately concentrated with WOCKHARDT LIMITED accounting for 36% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Folic from India in United Kingdom?
The leading importers of Indian Folic in United Kingdom include WOCKHARDT UK LIMITED, ALISSA HEALTHCARE RESEARCH LIMITED, NA, TO THE ORDER , FLAMINGO PHARMA UK LIMITED. WOCKHARDT UK LIMITED is the largest buyer with 12 shipments worth $678.5K 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 United Kingdom export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Folic.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 20 Indian exporters and 28 importers in United Kingdom matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 111 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
111 Verified Shipments
20 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists