India to Zambia: Glibenclamide Export Trade Route
India has recorded 20 verified shipments of Glibenclamide exported to Zambia, representing a combined trade value of $118.6K USD. This corridor is served by 7 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $5.9K USD. The leading Indian exporter is LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, which accounts for 46% of total export value with 5 shipments worth $54.8K USD. On the buying side, UNDP ZAMBIA is the largest importer in Zambia with $38.7K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, MEDOPHARM, LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD — together control 95% 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 Zambia Glibenclamide corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 20 shipments documented worth a combined $118.6K USD. The route is dominated by LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, which alone accounts for roughly 46% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's glibenclamide manufacturing sector.
Across 7 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $5.9K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 83% of all shipments, consistent with glibenclamide's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 24 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 32.4%, placing it at rank #6 among India's top glibenclamide export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian glibenclamide in Zambia include UNDP ZAMBIA, Y P L, YASH PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. and 8 others. UNDP ZAMBIA is the single largest importer with 3 shipments valued at $38.7K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit24 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portSAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4)
Market Position
- Global rank#6
- Annual growth+32.4%
- Demand growth+28.9%
- Regulatory ease88/100
Top 10 Indian Glibenclamide Exporters to Zambia
Showing top 10 of 7 Indian suppliers exporting Glibenclamide to Zambia, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $11.0K per shipment | 5 | $54.8K | 46.2% |
| 2 | MEDOPHARM Avg $13.2K per shipment | 4 | $52.7K | 44.4% |
| 3 | LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $5.2K per shipment | 1 | $5.2K | 4.4% |
| 4 | GLUMEX PHARMACEUTICALS MANUFACTURING PVT LTD. Avg $706 per shipment | 5 | $3.5K | 3.0% |
| 5 | FOURRTS INDIA LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $1.3K per shipment | 1 | $1.3K | 1.1% |
| 6 | BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $1.1K per shipment | 1 | $1.1K | 0.9% |
| 7 | STELLAR HEALTH Avg $33 per shipment | 3 | $98 | 0.1% |
This table shows the top 10 of 7 Indian companies exporting glibenclamide to Zambia, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, MEDOPHARM, LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD , GLUMEX PHARMACEUTICALS MANUFACTURING PVT LTD. , FOURRTS INDIA LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED, STELLAR HEALTH. LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD is the dominant supplier with 5 shipments worth $54.8K USD, giving it a 46% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 95% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Glibenclamide Importers in Zambia
Showing top 10 of 11 known buyers in Zambia receiving Glibenclamide shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian glibenclamide in Zambia include UNDP ZAMBIA, Y P L, YASH PHARMACEUTICALS LTD., KARIBU PHARMACEUTICALS LTD,, YASH PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, among 11 total buyers. The largest importer is UNDP ZAMBIA, accounting for $38.7K USD across 3 shipments — representing 33% of all glibenclamide imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UNDP ZAMBIA | 3 | $38.7K | 32.6% |
| 2 | Y P L | 1 | $24.8K | 20.9% |
| 3 | YASH PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. | 3 | $19.6K | 16.5% |
| 4 | KARIBU PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, | 1 | $14.0K | 11.8% |
| 5 | YASH PHARMACEUTICALS LTD | 1 | $10.4K | 8.7% |
| 6 | YASH PHARMACEUTICAL LTD. | 1 | $5.2K | 4.4% |
| 7 | PHARMA PLUS LTD | 5 | $3.5K | 3.0% |
| 8 | M S KARIBU PHARMACEUTICALS LTD | 1 | $1.3K | 1.1% |
| 9 | ALLIANCE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED | 1 | $1.1K | 0.9% |
| 10 | NA | 2 | $81 | 0.1% |
Showing top 10 of 11 Glibenclamide importers in Zambia on this route.
Top 10 Glibenclamide Formulations Imported by Zambia
Showing top 10 of 11 product formulations shipped on the India to Zambia Glibenclamide route, ranked by trade value
Zambia imports a wide range of glibenclamide formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — GLIBENCLAMIDE TABLETS BP 5MG — accounts for $52.7K USD across 4 shipments. There are 11 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 | GLIBENCLAMIDE TABLETS BP 5MG | 4 | $52.7K | 44.4% |
| 2 | GLIBENCLAMIDE TABLETS BP 5 MG (DIOLIN)(46788X 10X10 TAB) | 1 | $24.8K | 20.9% |
| 3 | GLIBENCLAMIDE TABLETS BP 5 MG (DIOLIN)(37034X10X10 TAB) | 3 | $19.6K | 16.5% |
| 4 | Glibenclamide Tablets BP 5 mg Diolin1960610x10 TabAS PER INV | 1 | $10.4K | 8.7% |
| 5 | Glibenclamide Tablets BP 5 mg (Diolin)(9 | 1 | $5.2K | 4.4% |
| 6 | GLIBENCLAMIDE BP 5MG TABLETS (GLIBENCLAM | 5 | $3.5K | 3.0% |
| 7 | GLIBENCLAMIDE AND METFORMIN HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS GLIFIL M FORTE 1124 X10 X 10S | 1 | $1.3K | 1.1% |
| 8 | GLIBENCLAMIDE TABLETS BP 5mg METAGLIBEN | 1 | $1.1K | 0.9% |
| 9 | DIOPEN-5 TABS(GLIBENCLAMIDE) BATCH NO: T-0270/23 EXP: 7/25 DIOPEN-5 TABS(GLIBENCLAMIDE) BATCH NO: T-0270/23 EXP: 7/25NOS | 1 | $67 | 0.1% |
| 10 | HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS: PRODUCT NAME: DIOPEN-5 TABS(GLIBENCLAMIDE) BATCH NO: T-0270/23 EXP: 7/25 HARMLESS PHAR | 1 | $18 | 0.0% |
Showing top 10 of 11 Glibenclamide formulations imported by Zambia on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 83%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) handles the highest volume with 5 shipments. Transit time averages 24 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's glibenclamide exports to Zambia are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD with 5 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 7 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Zambia benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, MEDOPHARM, LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD — together account for 95% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $5.9K 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 glibenclamide tablets bp 5 mg (diolin)(46788x 10x10 tab) and glibenclamide tablets bp 5 mg (diolin)(37034x10x10 tab), suggesting that buyers in Zambia tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, UNDP ZAMBIA is the largest importer with 3 shipments worth $38.7K USD — representing 33% of all glibenclamide imports from India on this route. A total of 11 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $118.6K
- Avg. Shipment
- $5.9K
- Suppliers
- 7
- Buyers
- 11
- Transit (Sea)
- ~24 days
- Annual Growth
- +32.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Zambia Glibenclamide Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Glibenclamide to Zambia?
The leading Indian exporters of Glibenclamide to Zambia are LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, MEDOPHARM, LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD . LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 46% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Glibenclamide exports from India to Zambia?
India exports Glibenclamide to Zambia worth approximately $118.6K USD across 20 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $5.9K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Glibenclamide to Zambia?
The most active port of origin is SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) with 5 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 83% of shipments going by sea and 29% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Zambia for Glibenclamide?
The average transit time for Glibenclamide shipments from India to Zambia 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 July–September.
Q Is the India to Zambia Glibenclamide trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 32.4% with demand growth tracking at 28.9%. The route is ranked #6 among India's top Glibenclamide export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Zambia Glibenclamide route?
There are currently 7 active Indian suppliers exporting Glibenclamide to Zambia. The market is moderately concentrated with LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD accounting for 46% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Glibenclamide from India in Zambia?
The leading importers of Indian Glibenclamide in Zambia include UNDP ZAMBIA, Y P L, YASH PHARMACEUTICALS LTD., KARIBU PHARMACEUTICALS LTD,, YASH PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. UNDP ZAMBIA is the largest buyer with 3 shipments worth $38.7K 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 Zambia export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Glibenclamide.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 7 Indian exporters and 11 importers in Zambia matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 20 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
20 Verified Shipments
7 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists