United States to India: Formoterol Import Trade Route
India has recorded 58 verified shipments of Formoterol imported from United States, representing a combined trade value of $707.7K USD. This corridor is served by 24 active United States exporters, with an average shipment value of $12.2K USD. The leading United States supplier is M/S. PAREXEL INTERNATIONAL, which accounts for 26% of total import value with 1 shipments worth $181.2K USD. On the buying side, CIPLA LIMITED is the largest Indian importer with $267.8K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — M/S. PAREXEL INTERNATIONAL, M/S. NORTH AMERICAN DISTRIBUTION CE, ESPEE BIOPHARMA & FINECHEM LLC — together control 54% of total trade value on this route. All data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill of entry records. Values reported in FOB USD.

Route Intelligence Overview
The United States to India Formoterol corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical import routes from United States, with 58 shipments documented worth a combined $707.7K USD. The route is dominated by M/S. PAREXEL INTERNATIONAL, which alone accounts for roughly 26% of all import value, reflecting the consolidated nature of United States's formoterol export sector.
Across 24 active United States suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $12.2K 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 formoterol's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 28 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 22.3%, placing it at rank #13 among India's top formoterol import origins globally.
On the Indian buyer side, key Indian importers include CIPLA LIMITED, LUPIN LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED. and 14 others. CIPLA LIMITED is the single largest Indian importer with 7 shipments valued at $267.8K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit28 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top port of entryHYDERABAD ACC (INHYD4)
Market Position
- Global rank#13
- Annual growth+22.3%
- Demand growth+19.0%
- Regulatory ease90/100
Top 10 Formoterol Exporters from United States to India
Showing top 10 of 24 United States suppliers exporting Formoterol to India, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (United States Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M/S. PAREXEL INTERNATIONAL Avg $181.2K per shipment | 1 | $181.2K | 25.6% |
| 2 | M/S. NORTH AMERICAN DISTRIBUTION CE Avg $100.7K per shipment | 1 | $100.7K | 14.2% |
| 3 | ESPEE BIOPHARMA & FINECHEM LLC Avg $9.7K per shipment | 10 | $96.9K | 13.7% |
| 4 | YOURWAY TRANSPORT INC LUPIN Avg $93.4K per shipment | 1 | $93.4K | 13.2% |
| 5 | YOURWAY TRANSPORT INC Avg $93.0K per shipment | 1 | $93.0K | 13.1% |
| 6 | ESPEE BIOPHARMA & FINECHEM LLC. Avg $64.8K per shipment | 1 | $64.8K | 9.2% |
| 7 | AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS LLC Avg $7.5K per shipment | 3 | $22.6K | 3.2% |
| 8 | ADIRAMEDICA LLC Avg $10.3K per shipment | 2 | $20.6K | 2.9% |
| 9 | ALLWELL PHARMACY Avg $6.9K per shipment | 1 | $6.9K | 1.0% |
| 10 | ESPEE BIOPHARMA FINECHEM LLC Avg $6.7K per shipment | 1 | $6.7K | 0.9% |
This table shows the top 10 of 24 United States companies exporting formoterol to India, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: M/S. PAREXEL INTERNATIONAL, M/S. NORTH AMERICAN DISTRIBUTION CE, ESPEE BIOPHARMA & FINECHEM LLC, YOURWAY TRANSPORT INC LUPIN, YOURWAY TRANSPORT INC, ESPEE BIOPHARMA & FINECHEM LLC., AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS LLC, ADIRAMEDICA LLC, ALLWELL PHARMACY, ESPEE BIOPHARMA FINECHEM LLC. M/S. PAREXEL INTERNATIONAL is the dominant supplier with 1 shipments worth $181.2K USD, giving it a 26% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 54% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 24 total United States exporters on the United States to India Formoterol import route.
Top 10 Indian Formoterol Importers from United States
Showing top 10 of 17 known Indian buyers receiving Formoterol shipments from United States, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading Indian importers of United States formoterol include CIPLA LIMITED, LUPIN LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED., VEEDA CLINICAL RESEARCH LIMITED, LUPIN LTD, among 17 total buyers. The largest importer is CIPLA LIMITED, accounting for $267.8K USD across 7 shipments — representing 38% of all formoterol imports from United States on this route.
| Rank | Indian Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CIPLA LIMITED | 7 | $267.8K | 37.8% |
| 2 | LUPIN LIMITED | 2 | $186.4K | 26.3% |
| 3 | CIPLA LIMITED. | 1 | $181.2K | 25.6% |
| 4 | VEEDA CLINICAL RESEARCH LIMITED | 2 | $20.9K | 2.9% |
| 5 | LUPIN LTD | 2 | $20.6K | 2.9% |
| 6 | AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED | 2 | $8.8K | 1.2% |
| 7 | DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD | 10 | $5.2K | 0.7% |
| 8 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED | 2 | $4.7K | 0.7% |
| 9 | ALKEM LABORATORIES LIMITED | 1 | $4.2K | 0.6% |
| 10 | SENTISS PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED | 1 | $4.1K | 0.6% |
Showing top 10 of 17 Indian Formoterol importers from United States on this route.
Top 10 Formoterol Formulations Imported from United States
Showing top 10 of 54 product formulations shipped on the United States to India Formoterol route, ranked by trade value
India imports a wide range of formoterol formulations from United States, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — BUDESONIDE/FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE 80/4.5 UG INHALATION AEROSOL OR PLACEBO - N220054 — accounts for $181.2K USD across 1 shipments. There are 54 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 | BUDESONIDE/FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE 80/4.5 UG INHALATION AEROSOL OR PLACEBO - N220054 | 1 | $181.2K | 25.6% |
| 2 | BUDESONIDE/FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE 80/4.5G INHALATION AEROSOL OR PLACEBO-N220054 | 1 | $100.7K | 14.2% |
| 3 | MOMETASONE FUROATE AND FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE INHALATION AEROSOL 100 MCG 5MCG DULERA 100MCG 5MCG FOC NCV MOMETASONE FUROATE AND FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE INHAL | 1 | $93.4K | 13.2% |
| 4 | (MOMETASONE FUROATE AND FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE) INHALATION AEROSOL 200 MCG/5MCG-(FOC/NCV)-FOR TEST AND ANALYSIS(MOMETASONE FUROATE AND FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE) INHAL | 1 | $93.0K | 13.1% |
| 5 | SYMBICORT-BUDESONIDE AND FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE AEROSOL (160 UG/ 4.5 UG) (120 IN 1 CANISTER) | 1 | $64.8K | 9.2% |
| 6 | SYMBICORT BUDESONIDE AND FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE AEROSOL (160UG/4.5UG) (120 INHALATION)(FOR TESTING PURPOSE ONLY | 1 | $51.0K | 7.2% |
| 7 | SYMBICORT BUDESONIDE AND FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE AEROSOL (80UG/4.5UG) 1 IN 1 CARTON (120 INHALATION)(FOR TESTING | 1 | $44.7K | 6.3% |
| 8 | FOC NCV BUDESONIDE AND FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE INHALATION AEROSOL 80 MCG 4 5 MCG SYMBICORT PACK SIZE 120 INH | 1 | $20.5K | 2.9% |
| 9 | BUDESONIDE 160 MCG AND FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE 4.5 MCGINHALATION AEROSOL BREYNA-FOR TEST OR ANALYSIS PURPOSE ON | 1 | $11.0K | 1.6% |
| 10 | BUDESONIDE 80 MCG AND FORMOTEROL FUMARATE DIHYDRATE 4.5 MCGINHALATION AEROSOL BREYNA-FOR TEST OR ANALYSIS PURPOSE ONL | 1 | $9.6K | 1.4% |
Showing top 10 of 54 Formoterol formulations imported from United States 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 Indian Ports of Entry
HYDERABAD ACC (INHYD4) handles the highest volume with 25 shipments. Transit time averages 28 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's formoterol imports from United States are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale United States manufacturers. M/S. PAREXEL INTERNATIONAL with 1 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 24 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — Indian buyers benefit from United States supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — M/S. PAREXEL INTERNATIONAL, M/S. NORTH AMERICAN DISTRIBUTION CE, ESPEE BIOPHARMA & FINECHEM LLC — together account for 54% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $12.2K 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 budesonide/formoterol fumarate dihydrate 80/4.5g inhalation aerosol or placebo-n220054 and mometasone furoate and formoterol fumarate dihydrate inhalation aerosol 100 mcg 5mcg dulera 100mcg 5mcg foc ncv mometasone furoate and formoterol fumarate dihydrate inhal, suggesting that Indian buyers tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same United States supplier.
On the buying side, CIPLA LIMITED is the largest importer with 7 shipments worth $267.8K USD — representing 38% of all formoterol imports from United States on this route. A total of 17 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $707.7K
- Avg. Shipment
- $12.2K
- Suppliers
- 24
- Buyers
- 17
- Transit (Sea)
- ~28 days
- Annual Growth
- +22.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions — United States to India Formoterol Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which United States companies export Formoterol to India?
The leading United States exporters of Formoterol to India are M/S. PAREXEL INTERNATIONAL, M/S. NORTH AMERICAN DISTRIBUTION CE, ESPEE BIOPHARMA & FINECHEM LLC. M/S. PAREXEL INTERNATIONAL holds the largest market share at approximately 26% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Formoterol imports from United States to India?
India imports Formoterol from United States worth approximately $707.7K USD across 58 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $12.2K USD.
Q Which Indian ports receive Formoterol from United States?
The most active Indian port of entry is HYDERABAD ACC (INHYD4) with 25 shipments. United States 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 United States to India for Formoterol?
The average transit time for Formoterol shipments from United States to India 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 July–September.
Q Is the United States to India Formoterol import route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 22.3% with demand growth tracking at 19.0%. The route is ranked #13 among India's top Formoterol import origins globally.
Q How many United States suppliers are active on this Formoterol import route?
There are currently 24 active United States suppliers exporting Formoterol to India. The market is moderately concentrated with M/S. PAREXEL INTERNATIONAL accounting for 26% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main Indian importers of Formoterol from United States?
The leading Indian importers of Formoterol from United States include CIPLA LIMITED, LUPIN LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED., VEEDA CLINICAL RESEARCH LIMITED, LUPIN LTD. CIPLA LIMITED is the largest buyer with 7 shipments worth $267.8K 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: 24 Indian exporters and 17 importers in United States matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 58 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
58 Verified Shipments
24 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists