India to Canada: Hydroxychloroquine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 10 verified shipments of Hydroxychloroquine exported to Canada, representing a combined trade value of $775.8K USD. This corridor is served by 4 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $77.6K USD. The leading Indian exporter is IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, which accounts for 84% of total export value with 4 shipments worth $654.3K USD. On the buying side, NADA is the largest importer in Canada with $265.1K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS 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 Hydroxychloroquine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 10 shipments documented worth a combined $775.8K USD. The route is dominated by IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 84% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's hydroxychloroquine manufacturing sector.
Across 4 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $77.6K 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 hydroxychloroquine's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during April–June, with an average transit time of 24 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 17.4%, placing it at rank #10 among India's top hydroxychloroquine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian hydroxychloroquine in Canada include NADA, Mint Pharmaceuticals Inc, XX ORXXR OXXMINXXPHAXXACEXXICAXX INX and 5 others. NADA is the single largest importer with 1 shipments valued at $265.1K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit24 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#10
- Annual growth+17.4%
- Demand growth+15.0%
- Regulatory ease83/100
Top 10 Indian Hydroxychloroquine Exporters to Canada
Showing top 10 of 4 Indian suppliers exporting Hydroxychloroquine to Canada, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED Avg $163.6K per shipment | 4 | $654.3K | 84.3% |
| 2 | IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED Avg $104.5K per shipment | 1 | $104.5K | 13.5% |
| 3 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $16.6K per shipment | 1 | $16.6K | 2.1% |
| 4 | GO OVERSEAS TRADING CORPORATION Avg $92 per shipment | 4 | $367 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 4 Indian companies exporting hydroxychloroquine to Canada, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, GO OVERSEAS TRADING CORPORATION. IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 4 shipments worth $654.3K USD, giving it a 84% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 100% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Hydroxychloroquine Importers in Canada
Showing top 10 of 8 known buyers in Canada receiving Hydroxychloroquine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian hydroxychloroquine in Canada include NADA, Mint Pharmaceuticals Inc, XX ORXXR OXXMINXXPHAXXACEXXICAXX INX, XX ORXXR OXXMinXXPhaXXaceXXicaXX InX, Mint Pharmaceuticals Inc , among 8 total buyers. The largest importer is NADA, accounting for $265.1K USD across 1 shipments — representing 34% of all hydroxychloroquine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NADA | 1 | $265.1K | 34.2% |
| 2 | Mint Pharmaceuticals Inc | 1 | $131.5K | 16.9% |
| 3 | XX ORXXR OXXMINXXPHAXXACEXXICAXX INX | 1 | $128.9K | 16.6% |
| 4 | XX ORXXR OXXMinXXPhaXXaceXXicaXX InX | 1 | $128.9K | 16.6% |
| 5 | Mint Pharmaceuticals Inc | 1 | $104.5K | 13.5% |
| 6 | NORA PHARMA INC | 1 | $16.6K | 2.1% |
| 7 | JENNI GRADISHAR | 2 | $242 | 0.0% |
| 8 | RON BRANDSON | 2 | $124 | 0.0% |
Top 10 Hydroxychloroquine Formulations Imported by Canada
Showing top 10 of 8 product formulations shipped on the India to Canada Hydroxychloroquine route, ranked by trade value
Canada imports a wide range of hydroxychloroquine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — Mint-Hydroxychloroquine Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Tablets USP 200mg58634X1X100's Pack= 5863400 Tablets — accounts for $265.1K USD across 1 shipments. A total of 8 product variants have been identified in the shipment records.
| Rank | Product Formulation | Shipments | Trade Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mint-Hydroxychloroquine Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Tablets USP 200mg58634X1X100's Pack= 5863400 Tablets | 1 | $265.1K | 34.2% |
| 2 | HARMLESS MEDICINES Mint Hydroxychloroquine Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate TabletsUSP 200mg 1x100s 29093X1x100s PER P | 1 | $131.5K | 16.9% |
| 3 | MINT-HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE ( | 1 | $128.9K | 16.6% |
| 4 | MINT-HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE | 1 | $128.9K | 16.6% |
| 5 | Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate Tablets USP 2 | 1 | $104.5K | 13.5% |
| 6 | PHARMA DRUGS AND MEDI PR NRA HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE 200 100T CAN AS PER INV | 1 | $16.6K | 2.1% |
| 7 | * HQASH-400MG TAB.-HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE- BATCH NO - AP-240963 | 3 | $259 | 0.0% |
| 8 | * HQASH-200MG TAB-HYDROXYCHLOROQUINE- BATCH NO - AP-240793 | 1 | $108 | 0.0% |
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
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 2 shipments. Transit time averages 24 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's hydroxychloroquine exports to Canada are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED with 4 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 — IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $77.6K 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 harmless medicines mint hydroxychloroquine hydroxychloroquine sulfate tabletsusp 200mg 1x100s 29093x1x100s per p and mint-hydroxychloroquine (, suggesting that buyers in Canada tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, NADA is the largest importer with 1 shipments worth $265.1K USD — representing 34% of all hydroxychloroquine imports from India on this route. A total of 8 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $775.8K
- Avg. Shipment
- $77.6K
- Suppliers
- 4
- Buyers
- 8
- Transit (Sea)
- ~24 days
- Annual Growth
- +17.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Canada Hydroxychloroquine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Hydroxychloroquine to Canada?
The leading Indian exporters of Hydroxychloroquine to Canada are IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED, IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 84% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Hydroxychloroquine exports from India to Canada?
India exports Hydroxychloroquine to Canada worth approximately $775.8K USD across 10 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $77.6K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Hydroxychloroquine to Canada?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 2 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 Canada for Hydroxychloroquine?
The average transit time for Hydroxychloroquine 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 April–June.
Q Is the India to Canada Hydroxychloroquine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 17.4% with demand growth tracking at 15.0%. The route is ranked #10 among India's top Hydroxychloroquine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Canada Hydroxychloroquine route?
There are currently 4 active Indian suppliers exporting Hydroxychloroquine to Canada. The market is moderately concentrated with IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED accounting for 84% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Hydroxychloroquine from India in Canada?
The leading importers of Indian Hydroxychloroquine in Canada include NADA, Mint Pharmaceuticals Inc, XX ORXXR OXXMINXXPHAXXACEXXICAXX INX, XX ORXXR OXXMinXXPhaXXaceXXicaXX InX, Mint Pharmaceuticals Inc . NADA is the largest buyer with 1 shipments worth $265.1K 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 Hydroxychloroquine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 4 Indian exporters and 8 importers in Canada matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 10 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
10 Verified Shipments
4 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists