India to United States: Indomethacin Export Trade Route
India has recorded 207 verified shipments of Indomethacin exported to United States, representing a combined trade value of $5.2M USD. This corridor is served by 9 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $24.9K USD. The leading Indian exporter is HETERO LABS LIMITED, which accounts for 29% of total export value with 73 shipments worth $1.5M USD. On the buying side, TO THE ORDER OF is the largest importer in United States with $1.1M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — HETERO LABS LIMITED, GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, HETERO LABS LIMITED — together control 69% 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 Indomethacin corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 207 shipments documented worth a combined $5.2M USD. The route is dominated by HETERO LABS LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 29% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's indomethacin manufacturing sector.
Across 9 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $24.9K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 77% of all shipments, consistent with indomethacin's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 26 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 11.6%, placing it at rank #19 among India's top indomethacin export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian indomethacin in United States include TO THE ORDER OF, TO THE ORDER OF...., EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES and 19 others. TO THE ORDER OF is the single largest importer with 56 shipments valued at $1.1M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit26 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portHYDERABAD ICD
Market Position
- Global rank#19
- Annual growth+11.6%
- Demand growth+12.2%
- Regulatory ease80/100
Top 10 Indian Indomethacin Exporters to United States
Showing top 10 of 9 Indian suppliers exporting Indomethacin to United States, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HETERO LABS LIMITED Avg $20.3K per shipment | 73 | $1.5M | 28.7% |
| 2 | GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $17.8K per shipment | 65 | $1.2M | 22.4% |
| 3 | HETERO LABS LIMITED Avg $36.4K per shipment | 25 | $910.3K | 17.7% |
| 4 | ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED Avg $54.8K per shipment | 12 | $657.3K | 12.8% |
| 5 | GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $36.4K per shipment | 17 | $618.0K | 12.0% |
| 6 | CADILA HEALTHCARE LIMITED Avg $57.5K per shipment | 5 | $287.5K | 5.6% |
| 7 | BLISS GVS PHARMA LIMITED Avg $21.0K per shipment | 2 | $41.9K | 0.8% |
| 8 | 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $5 per shipment | 6 | $29 | 0.0% |
| 9 | RUCHA ENTERPRISES Avg $3 per shipment | 2 | $6 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 9 Indian companies exporting indomethacin to United States, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: HETERO LABS LIMITED, GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, HETERO LABS LIMITED, ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, CADILA HEALTHCARE LIMITED, BLISS GVS PHARMA LIMITED, 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED, RUCHA ENTERPRISES. HETERO LABS LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 73 shipments worth $1.5M USD, giving it a 29% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 69% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Indomethacin Importers in United States
Showing top 10 of 22 known buyers in United States receiving Indomethacin shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian indomethacin in United States include TO THE ORDER OF, TO THE ORDER OF...., EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES, GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS INC USA, GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS INC., USA, among 22 total buyers. The largest importer is TO THE ORDER OF, accounting for $1.1M USD across 56 shipments — representing 22% of all indomethacin imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TO THE ORDER OF | 56 | $1.1M | 22.0% |
| 2 | TO THE ORDER OF.... | 38 | $1.1M | 20.9% |
| 3 | EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES | 17 | $944.7K | 18.3% |
| 4 | GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS INC USA | 35 | $910.3K | 17.7% |
| 5 | GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS INC., USA | 25 | $395.2K | 7.7% |
| 6 | Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc USA | 8 | $151.4K | 2.9% |
| 7 | TO THE ORDER | 2 | $122.6K | 2.4% |
| 8 | GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS INC, USA | 4 | $105.1K | 2.0% |
| 9 | GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS INC | 2 | $81.9K | 1.6% |
| 10 | Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Inc, USA | 3 | $62.6K | 1.2% |
Showing top 10 of 22 Indomethacin importers in United States on this route.
Top 10 Indomethacin Formulations Imported by United States
Showing top 10 of 80 product formulations shipped on the India to United States Indomethacin route, ranked by trade value
United States imports a wide range of indomethacin formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — INDOMETHACIN CAPSULE — accounts for $915.1K USD across 36 shipments. There are 80 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 | INDOMETHACIN CAPSULE | 36 | $915.1K | 17.8% |
| 2 | INDOMETHACIN SUPPOSITORIES USP 50MG [2496 PACK X 5X6] | 1 | $338.2K | 6.6% |
| 3 | INDOMETHACIN CAPS | 9 | $320.2K | 6.2% |
| 4 | INDOMETHACIN CAP 50MG 100QTY=28,704 | 6 | $319.1K | 6.2% |
| 5 | INDOMETHACIN CAPSULENOS | 24 | $290.5K | 5.6% |
| 6 | INDOMETHACIN 50MG CAPSULE | 5 | $285.8K | 5.5% |
| 7 | INDOMETHACIN 25MG CAPSULE | 9 | $240.3K | 4.7% |
| 8 | INDOMETHACIN SUPPOSITORIES USP 50MG 1440 PACK X 5X6 | 1 | $190.5K | 3.7% |
| 9 | INDOMETHACIN SUPPOSITORIES USP 50MG [328 | 2 | $184.8K | 3.6% |
| 10 | INDOMETHACIN CAP 50MG 100 | 7 | $141.7K | 2.8% |
Showing top 10 of 80 Indomethacin 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 77%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
HYDERABAD ICD handles the highest volume with 63 shipments. Transit time averages 26 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's indomethacin exports to United States are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. HETERO LABS LIMITED with 73 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 — HETERO LABS LIMITED, GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, HETERO LABS LIMITED — together account for 69% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $24.9K 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 indomethacin suppositories usp 50mg [2496 pack x 5x6] and indomethacin caps, suggesting that buyers in United States tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, TO THE ORDER OF is the largest importer with 56 shipments worth $1.1M USD — representing 22% of all indomethacin imports from India on this route. A total of 22 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $5.2M
- Avg. Shipment
- $24.9K
- Suppliers
- 9
- Buyers
- 22
- Transit (Sea)
- ~26 days
- Annual Growth
- +11.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United States Indomethacin Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Indomethacin to United States?
The leading Indian exporters of Indomethacin to United States are HETERO LABS LIMITED, GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, HETERO LABS LIMITED. HETERO LABS LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 29% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Indomethacin exports from India to United States?
India exports Indomethacin to United States worth approximately $5.2M USD across 207 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $24.9K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Indomethacin to United States?
The most active port of origin is HYDERABAD ICD with 63 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 77% of shipments going by sea and 24% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to United States for Indomethacin?
The average transit time for Indomethacin shipments from India to United States is approximately 26 days. Sea freight typically takes longer, while air freight can reduce this significantly for urgent orders. Peak shipping activity is observed during January–March.
Q Is the India to United States Indomethacin trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 11.6% with demand growth tracking at 12.2%. The route is ranked #19 among India's top Indomethacin export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United States Indomethacin route?
There are currently 9 active Indian suppliers exporting Indomethacin to United States. The market is moderately concentrated with HETERO LABS LIMITED accounting for 29% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Indomethacin from India in United States?
The leading importers of Indian Indomethacin in United States include TO THE ORDER OF, TO THE ORDER OF...., EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES, GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS INC USA, GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS INC., USA. TO THE ORDER OF is the largest buyer with 56 shipments worth $1.1M 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 Indomethacin.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 9 Indian exporters and 22 importers in United States matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 207 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
207 Verified Shipments
9 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists