India to Belgium: Imatinib Export Trade Route
India has recorded 145 verified shipments of Imatinib exported to Belgium, representing a combined trade value of $3.6M USD. This corridor is served by 5 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $25.1K USD. The leading Indian exporter is CIPLA LIMITED, which accounts for 92% of total export value with 9 shipments worth $3.4M USD. On the buying side, H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRAN is the largest importer in Belgium with $3.3M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — CIPLA LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, CIPLA 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 Belgium Imatinib corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 145 shipments documented worth a combined $3.6M USD. The route is dominated by CIPLA LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 92% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's imatinib manufacturing sector.
Across 5 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $25.1K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 71% of all shipments, consistent with imatinib's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during October–December, with an average transit time of 25 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 27.0%, placing it at rank #14 among India's top imatinib export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian imatinib in Belgium include H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRAN, YUSEN LOGISTICS BENELUX BELGIUM, H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRA and 5 others. H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRAN is the single largest importer with 3 shipments valued at $3.3M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit25 days
- Peak seasonQ4
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portDELHI AIR
Market Position
- Global rank#14
- Annual growth+27.0%
- Demand growth+22.7%
- Regulatory ease73/100
Top 10 Indian Imatinib Exporters to Belgium
Showing top 10 of 5 Indian suppliers exporting Imatinib to Belgium, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $374.1K per shipment | 9 | $3.4M | 92.4% |
| 2 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $26.4K per shipment | 9 | $238.0K | 6.5% |
| 3 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $9.0K per shipment | 3 | $26.9K | 0.7% |
| 4 | LAWRENCE WALTER Avg $94 per shipment | 116 | $10.9K | 0.3% |
| 5 | LAWRENCE WALTER Avg $135 per shipment | 8 | $1.1K | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 5 Indian companies exporting imatinib to Belgium, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: CIPLA LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED , LAWRENCE WALTER, LAWRENCE WALTER . CIPLA LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 9 shipments worth $3.4M USD, giving it a 92% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 100% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Imatinib Importers in Belgium
Showing top 10 of 8 known buyers in Belgium receiving Imatinib shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian imatinib in Belgium include H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRAN, YUSEN LOGISTICS BENELUX BELGIUM, H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRA, H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRAN , BPOST INTERNATIONAL, among 8 total buyers. The largest importer is H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRAN, accounting for $3.3M USD across 3 shipments — representing 91% of all imatinib imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRAN | 3 | $3.3M | 90.9% |
| 2 | YUSEN LOGISTICS BENELUX BELGIUM | 9 | $238.0K | 6.5% |
| 3 | H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRA | 6 | $55.8K | 1.5% |
| 4 | H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRAN | 3 | $26.9K | 0.7% |
| 5 | BPOST INTERNATIONAL | 67 | $5.7K | 0.2% |
| 6 | Bpost International | 27 | $3.1K | 0.1% |
| 7 | BPOST INTERNATIONAL EMC | 22 | $2.1K | 0.1% |
| 8 | Bpost International | 8 | $1.1K | 0.0% |
Top 10 Imatinib Formulations Imported by Belgium
Showing top 10 of 37 product formulations shipped on the India to Belgium Imatinib route, ranked by trade value
Belgium imports a wide range of imatinib formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — IMATINIB ORION 100MG CAPSULES (IMATINIB100MG)PACK SIZE 12 X 10S — accounts for $3.3M USD across 3 shipments. There are 37 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 | IMATINIB ORION 100MG CAPSULES (IMATINIB100MG)PACK SIZE 12 X 10S | 3 | $3.3M | 90.9% |
| 2 | IMATINIB MESYLATE TABLETS 400MG ( IMATINIB BASICS TAB 400MG ) EACH FILM COATED TABLETS CONTAINS: IMATINIB MESILATE PH.EUPCS | 1 | $67.8K | 1.9% |
| 3 | IMATINIB MESYLATE TAB 400MG(IMATINIB TERA 400MG)PACK : BOX3X10S,BATCH : PTF1021AMFD : 06.03.2024 EXP : 28.02.2027 | 1 | $43.6K | 1.2% |
| 4 | IMATINIB MESYLATE TABLETS 400MG ( IMATIN | 1 | $34.8K | 1.0% |
| 5 | IMATINIB CIPLA 400 MG CAPSULES (1206 PACKS X 9X10'S=108540 NOS) | 1 | $29.4K | 0.8% |
| 6 | IMATINIB MESYLATE TABLETS 400MG ( IMATINIB BASICS TAB 400MG ) EACH FILM COATED TABLETS CONTAINS: IMATINIB MESILATE EQUIVPCS | 1 | $28.6K | 0.8% |
| 7 | IMATINIB ORION 100MG CAPSULES (IMATINIB | 3 | $26.9K | 0.7% |
| 8 | IMATINIB ORION 100MG CAPSULES (IMATINIB 100MG)(1087 PACKS X 12X10'S=130440 NOS) | 1 | $25.9K | 0.7% |
| 9 | IMATINIB MESYLATE TABLETS 100MG ( IMATINIB BASICS TAB 100MG ) EACH FILM COATED TABLETS CONTAINS: IMATINIB MESILATE EQUIV | 1 | $19.2K | 0.5% |
| 10 | IMATINIB MESYLATE TABLETS 400MG IMATIN | 2 | $18.1K | 0.5% |
Showing top 10 of 37 Imatinib formulations imported by Belgium on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 71%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
DELHI AIR handles the highest volume with 52 shipments. Transit time averages 25 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's imatinib exports to Belgium are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. CIPLA LIMITED with 9 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 5 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Belgium benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — CIPLA LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $25.1K 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 imatinib mesylate tablets 400mg ( imatinib basics tab 400mg ) each film coated tablets contains: imatinib mesilate ph.eupcs and imatinib mesylate tab 400mg(imatinib tera 400mg)pack : box3x10s,batch : ptf1021amfd : 06.03.2024 exp : 28.02.2027, suggesting that buyers in Belgium tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRAN is the largest importer with 3 shipments worth $3.3M USD — representing 91% of all imatinib imports from India on this route. A total of 8 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $3.6M
- Avg. Shipment
- $25.1K
- Suppliers
- 5
- Buyers
- 8
- Transit (Sea)
- ~25 days
- Annual Growth
- +27.0%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Belgium Imatinib Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Imatinib to Belgium?
The leading Indian exporters of Imatinib to Belgium are CIPLA LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED . CIPLA LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 92% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Imatinib exports from India to Belgium?
India exports Imatinib to Belgium worth approximately $3.6M USD across 145 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $25.1K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Imatinib to Belgium?
The most active port of origin is DELHI AIR with 52 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 71% of shipments going by sea and 20% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Belgium for Imatinib?
The average transit time for Imatinib shipments from India to Belgium is approximately 25 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 Belgium Imatinib trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 27.0% with demand growth tracking at 22.7%. The route is ranked #14 among India's top Imatinib export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Belgium Imatinib route?
There are currently 5 active Indian suppliers exporting Imatinib to Belgium. The market is moderately concentrated with CIPLA LIMITED accounting for 92% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Imatinib from India in Belgium?
The leading importers of Indian Imatinib in Belgium include H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRAN, YUSEN LOGISTICS BENELUX BELGIUM, H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRA, H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRAN , BPOST INTERNATIONAL. H.ESSERS & ZONEN INTERNATIONAL TRAN is the largest buyer with 3 shipments worth $3.3M 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 Belgium export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Imatinib.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 5 Indian exporters and 8 importers in Belgium matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 145 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
145 Verified Shipments
5 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists