India to United States: Formoterol Export Trade Route
India has recorded 237 verified shipments of Formoterol exported to United States, representing a combined trade value of $29.9M USD. This corridor is served by 9 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $126.0K USD. The leading Indian exporter is MANKIND PHARMA LIMITED, which accounts for 54% of total export value with 126 shipments worth $16.1M USD. On the buying side, LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC is the largest importer in United States with $11.3M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — MANKIND PHARMA LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED — together control 93% 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 States Formoterol corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 237 shipments documented worth a combined $29.9M USD. The route is dominated by MANKIND PHARMA LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 54% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's formoterol manufacturing sector.
Across 9 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $126.0K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 79% of all shipments, consistent with formoterol's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during October–December, with an average transit time of 24 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 31.9%, placing it at rank #20 among India's top formoterol export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian formoterol in United States include LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC, CIPLA USA INC UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLU, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC and 18 others. LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC is the single largest importer with 61 shipments valued at $11.3M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit24 days
- Peak seasonQ4
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#20
- Annual growth+31.9%
- Demand growth+26.6%
- Regulatory ease82/100
Top 10 Indian Formoterol Exporters to United States
Showing top 10 of 9 Indian suppliers exporting Formoterol to United States, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MANKIND PHARMA LIMITED Avg $127.8K per shipment | 126 | $16.1M | 54.0% |
| 2 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $136.8K per shipment | 65 | $8.9M | 29.8% |
| 3 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $120.4K per shipment | 23 | $2.8M | 9.3% |
| 4 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD Avg $205.6K per shipment | 9 | $1.9M | 6.2% |
| 5 | MANKIND PHARMA LTD Avg $82.3K per shipment | 2 | $164.7K | 0.6% |
| 6 | MICRO LABS LIMITED Avg $23.5K per shipment | 3 | $70.4K | 0.2% |
| 7 | VEA IMPEX (I) PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $85 per shipment | 6 | $511 | 0.0% |
| 8 | AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $72 per shipment | 2 | $145 | 0.0% |
| 9 | AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS COMPANY (I) PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $113 per shipment | 1 | $113 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 9 Indian companies exporting formoterol to United States, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: MANKIND PHARMA LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD, MANKIND PHARMA LTD, MICRO LABS LIMITED, VEA IMPEX (I) PRIVATE LIMITED, AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS COMPANY (I) PRIVATE LIMITED. MANKIND PHARMA LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 126 shipments worth $16.1M USD, giving it a 54% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 93% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Formoterol Importers in United States
Showing top 10 of 21 known buyers in United States receiving Formoterol shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian formoterol in United States include LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC, CIPLA USA INC UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLU, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES,INC., LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC,., among 21 total buyers. The largest importer is LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC, accounting for $11.3M USD across 61 shipments — representing 38% of all formoterol imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC | 61 | $11.3M | 37.8% |
| 2 | CIPLA USA INC UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLU | 63 | $8.7M | 29.0% |
| 3 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC | 15 | $2.5M | 8.5% |
| 4 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES,INC. | 9 | $1.7M | 5.8% |
| 5 | LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC,. | 15 | $1.7M | 5.6% |
| 6 | LIFESTAR PHARMA LLCC | 16 | $1.2M | 4.0% |
| 7 | LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC.... | 9 | $574.5K | 1.9% |
| 8 | LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC. | 11 | $539.5K | 1.8% |
| 9 | LIFESTAR PHARMA LLCC/O RXCROSSROADS | 6 | $535.5K | 1.8% |
| 10 | NORTHSTAR RX LLC | 10 | $459.9K | 1.5% |
Showing top 10 of 21 Formoterol importers in United States on this route.
Top 10 Formoterol Formulations Imported by United States
Showing top 10 of 140 product formulations shipped on the India to United States Formoterol route, ranked by trade value
United States imports a wide range of formoterol formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE INHALATION SOLUTION 15MCG/2ML (0.015MG/2ML) [1536 PACKS X60X2ML] [BATCH NO. YV3W002 MFG. DT. 11/2 — accounts for $4.1M USD across 1 shipments. There are 140 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 | ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE INHALATION SOLUTION 15MCG/2ML (0.015MG/2ML) [1536 PACKS X60X2ML] [BATCH NO. YV3W002 MFG. DT. 11/2 | 1 | $4.1M | 13.8% |
| 2 | ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE INHALATION SOLUTIO | 23 | $3.1M | 10.3% |
| 3 | ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE INHALATION SOLUTIO | 13 | $2.1M | 7.1% |
| 4 | ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE INHALATION SOLUTION 15MCG/2ML (0.015MG/2ML) [2880 PACKS X30X2ML] [BATCH NO. 693W001 MFG. DT. 11/2 | 1 | $1.9M | 6.3% |
| 5 | ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE INHALATION SOLUTION 15MCG/2ML (0.015MG/2ML) [585 PACKS X 60X2ML] [BATCH NO. YV3W002 MFG. DT. 11/23 | 1 | $1.6M | 5.2% |
| 6 | ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE INHALATION SOLUTION, 15 MCG (BASE) 2ML (US) (BATCH NO AS PER INVOICE) | 2 | $1.2M | 3.9% |
| 7 | ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE INHALATION SOLUTION, 15 MCG BASE2ML US PACK : 05*12 Batch : BAE0023A/BAE0209B MFD : 26.05.2023 | 2 | $952.5K | 3.2% |
| 8 | ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE INHALATION SOLUTION 15MCG/2ML (0.015MG/2ML) [1424 PACKS X30X2ML] [BATCH NO. 693W001 MFG. DT. 11/2 | 1 | $927.5K | 3.1% |
| 9 | ARFORMOTEROL TARTRATE INHALATION SOLUTION 15 MCG/2 ML (0.015 MG/2 ML) 60X2ML STERILE UNIT-DOSE VIALS (15X4 UNIT DOSE VIA | 11 | $759.3K | 2.5% |
| 10 | FORMOTEROL FUMARATE INHALATION SOLUTION,20MCG/2ML 30X2ML (NET CONTENT: 4.64 GMS) Batch No. 86X07 Mfg. Date DEC-2024 Ex | 3 | $632.1K | 2.1% |
Showing top 10 of 140 Formoterol formulations imported by United States on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 79%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 40 shipments. Transit time averages 24 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's formoterol exports to United States are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. MANKIND PHARMA LIMITED with 126 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 9 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in United States benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — MANKIND PHARMA LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED — together account for 93% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $126.0K 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 arformoterol tartrate inhalation solutio and arformoterol tartrate inhalation solutio , suggesting that buyers in United States tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC is the largest importer with 61 shipments worth $11.3M USD — representing 38% of all formoterol imports from India on this route. A total of 21 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $29.9M
- Avg. Shipment
- $126.0K
- Suppliers
- 9
- Buyers
- 21
- Transit (Sea)
- ~24 days
- Annual Growth
- +31.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United States Formoterol Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Formoterol to United States?
The leading Indian exporters of Formoterol to United States are MANKIND PHARMA LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED. MANKIND PHARMA LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 54% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Formoterol exports from India to United States?
India exports Formoterol to United States worth approximately $29.9M USD across 237 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $126.0K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Formoterol to United States?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 40 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 79% of shipments going by sea and 25% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to United States for Formoterol?
The average transit time for Formoterol shipments from India to United States 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 October–December.
Q Is the India to United States Formoterol trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 31.9% with demand growth tracking at 26.6%. The route is ranked #20 among India's top Formoterol export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United States Formoterol route?
There are currently 9 active Indian suppliers exporting Formoterol to United States. The market is moderately concentrated with MANKIND PHARMA LIMITED accounting for 54% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Formoterol from India in United States?
The leading importers of Indian Formoterol in United States include LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC, CIPLA USA INC UPS SUPPLY CHAIN SOLU, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES INC, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES,INC., LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC,.. LIFESTAR PHARMA LLC is the largest buyer with 61 shipments worth $11.3M 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 States export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Formoterol.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 9 Indian exporters and 21 importers in United States matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 237 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
237 Verified Shipments
9 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists