India to United Kingdom: Irinotecan Export Trade Route
India has recorded 53 verified shipments of Irinotecan exported to United Kingdom, representing a combined trade value of $1.1M USD. This corridor is served by 4 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $21.5K USD. The leading Indian exporter is INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, which accounts for 94% of total export value with 50 shipments worth $1.1M USD. On the buying side, ACCORD UK is the largest importer in United Kingdom with $523.4K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, ASPIRA BIOHEALTH LLP — 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 United Kingdom Irinotecan corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 53 shipments documented worth a combined $1.1M USD. The route is dominated by INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 94% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's irinotecan manufacturing sector.
Across 4 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $21.5K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 84% of all shipments, consistent with irinotecan's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during April–June, with an average transit time of 22 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 16.7%, placing it at rank #3 among India's top irinotecan export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian irinotecan in United Kingdom include ACCORD UK, Accord UK, TO THE ORDER and 6 others. ACCORD UK is the single largest importer with 17 shipments valued at $523.4K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit22 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portMUNDRA SEA
Market Position
- Global rank#3
- Annual growth+16.7%
- Demand growth+14.4%
- Regulatory ease89/100
Top 10 Indian Irinotecan Exporters to United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 4 Indian suppliers exporting Irinotecan to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $21.4K per shipment | 50 | $1.1M | 93.5% |
| 2 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $71.6K per shipment | 1 | $71.6K | 6.3% |
| 3 | ASPIRA BIOHEALTH LLP Avg $2.1K per shipment | 1 | $2.1K | 0.2% |
| 4 | DOSHI MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $46 per shipment | 1 | $46 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 4 Indian companies exporting irinotecan to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, ASPIRA BIOHEALTH LLP, DOSHI MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED. INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 50 shipments worth $1.1M USD, giving it a 94% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 100% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Irinotecan Importers in United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 9 known buyers in United Kingdom receiving Irinotecan shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian irinotecan in United Kingdom include ACCORD UK, Accord UK, TO THE ORDER, FAWDON MANUFACTURING CENTRE SF, FAWDON MANUFACTURING CENTRE ( SF ), among 9 total buyers. The largest importer is ACCORD UK, accounting for $523.4K USD across 17 shipments — representing 46% of all irinotecan imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ACCORD UK | 17 | $523.4K | 45.8% |
| 2 | Accord UK | 14 | $378.9K | 33.2% |
| 3 | TO THE ORDER | 7 | $91.7K | 8.0% |
| 4 | FAWDON MANUFACTURING CENTRE SF | 3 | $61.5K | 5.4% |
| 5 | FAWDON MANUFACTURING CENTRE ( SF ) | 7 | $56.4K | 4.9% |
| 6 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE LIMITED -MENA | 2 | $18.7K | 1.6% |
| 7 | Fawdon Manufacturing Centre ( SF ) | 1 | $9.3K | 0.8% |
| 8 | TO THE ORDER OF INVOICE RAISED TO, | 1 | $2.1K | 0.2% |
| 9 | TO THE ORDER OF | 1 | $46 | 0.0% |
Top 10 Irinotecan Formulations Imported by United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 43 product formulations shipped on the India to United Kingdom Irinotecan route, ranked by trade value
United Kingdom imports a wide range of irinotecan formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — PHARM DRUG&MED:IRINOTECAN 20MG/ML,50ML(ACCORD-UK)EACH ML CONT:IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE TRIHYDRATE PH.EUR 20MG(ASPERINV) — accounts for $135.7K USD across 1 shipments. There are 43 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 | PHARM DRUG&MED:IRINOTECAN 20MG/ML,50ML(ACCORD-UK)EACH ML CONT:IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE TRIHYDRATE PH.EUR 20MG(ASPERINV) | 1 | $135.7K | 11.9% |
| 2 | PHARM DRUG MED IRINOTECAN 20MG ML 50ML ACCORD UK EACH ML CONTAINS IRINOTECAN HYDROCHLORIDE TRIHYDRATE PH EUR ASPERINV | 2 | $91.0K | 8.0% |
| 3 | PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI IRINOTECAN 20MG/ML,5MLACCORD-UK AS PER DOCUMENT | 1 | $71.6K | 6.3% |
| 4 | PHA DRU MEDI IRINOTECAN 20MG ML 15ML ACCORD UK Each mL contains Irinotecan Hydrochloride Trihydrate Ph Eu | 2 | $67.7K | 5.9% |
| 5 | PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS AND MEDICINE IRINOTECAN 20MG/ML15MLACCORD-UK Each mL contains Irinotecan Hydrochloride Trihydrat | 1 | $63.0K | 5.5% |
| 6 | PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI IRINOTECAN 20MG/ML50ML(ACCORD-UK AS PER INVOICE | 1 | $61.4K | 5.4% |
| 7 | PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI IRINOTECAN HCL INJ2 | 2 | $57.6K | 5.0% |
| 8 | PHA.DRU & MEDI, IRINOTECAN 20MG/ML,15ML | 1 | $56.7K | 5.0% |
| 9 | PHARM DRUG&MED:IRINOTECAN 20MG/ML,50ML(ACCORD-UK)EACH ML CONT: IRINOT HYDROC TRIHYDRATE PH.EUR 20MG WATER(ASPERINV) | 1 | $54.6K | 4.8% |
| 10 | PHARM DRUG&MED:IRINOTECAN 20MG/ML50MLACCORD-UKEACH ML CONT: IRINOT HYDROC TRIHYDRATE PH.EUR 20MG WATERASPERINV | 1 | $54.4K | 4.8% |
Showing top 10 of 43 Irinotecan formulations imported by United Kingdom on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 84%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
MUNDRA SEA handles the highest volume with 27 shipments. Transit time averages 22 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's irinotecan exports to United Kingdom are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED with 50 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 United Kingdom benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, ASPIRA BIOHEALTH LLP — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $21.5K 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 pharm drug med irinotecan 20mg ml 50ml accord uk each ml contains irinotecan hydrochloride trihydrate ph eur asperinv and pharma drugs & medi irinotecan 20mg/ml,5mlaccord-uk as per document , suggesting that buyers in United Kingdom tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, ACCORD UK is the largest importer with 17 shipments worth $523.4K USD — representing 46% of all irinotecan imports from India on this route. A total of 9 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $1.1M
- Avg. Shipment
- $21.5K
- Suppliers
- 4
- Buyers
- 9
- Transit (Sea)
- ~22 days
- Annual Growth
- +16.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United Kingdom Irinotecan Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Irinotecan to United Kingdom?
The leading Indian exporters of Irinotecan to United Kingdom are INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, ASPIRA BIOHEALTH LLP. INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 94% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Irinotecan exports from India to United Kingdom?
India exports Irinotecan to United Kingdom worth approximately $1.1M USD across 53 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $21.5K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Irinotecan to United Kingdom?
The most active port of origin is MUNDRA SEA with 27 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 84% of shipments going by sea and 30% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to United Kingdom for Irinotecan?
The average transit time for Irinotecan shipments from India to United Kingdom is approximately 22 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 United Kingdom Irinotecan trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 16.7% with demand growth tracking at 14.4%. The route is ranked #3 among India's top Irinotecan export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United Kingdom Irinotecan route?
There are currently 4 active Indian suppliers exporting Irinotecan to United Kingdom. The market is moderately concentrated with INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED accounting for 94% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Irinotecan from India in United Kingdom?
The leading importers of Indian Irinotecan in United Kingdom include ACCORD UK, Accord UK, TO THE ORDER, FAWDON MANUFACTURING CENTRE SF, FAWDON MANUFACTURING CENTRE ( SF ). ACCORD UK is the largest buyer with 17 shipments worth $523.4K 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 Kingdom export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Irinotecan.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 4 Indian exporters and 9 importers in United Kingdom matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 53 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
53 Verified Shipments
4 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists