India to Australia: Levothyroxine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 132 verified shipments of Levothyroxine exported to Australia, representing a combined trade value of $5.3M USD. This corridor is served by 5 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $40.5K USD. The leading Indian exporter is SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, which accounts for 72% of total export value with 85 shipments worth $3.8M USD. On the buying side, SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD is the largest importer in Australia with $2.4M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED , SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD — together control 96% 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 Australia Levothyroxine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 132 shipments documented worth a combined $5.3M USD. The route is dominated by SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 72% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's levothyroxine manufacturing sector.
Across 5 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $40.5K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 74% of all shipments, consistent with levothyroxine's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during April–June, with an average transit time of 19 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 20.6%, placing it at rank #13 among India's top levothyroxine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian levothyroxine in Australia include SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD, SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LIMITED, SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD and 3 others. SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD is the single largest importer with 58 shipments valued at $2.4M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit19 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portDELHI AIR CARGO ACC (INDEL4)
Market Position
- Global rank#13
- Annual growth+20.6%
- Demand growth+19.4%
- Regulatory ease77/100
Top 10 Indian Levothyroxine Exporters to Australia
Showing top 10 of 5 Indian suppliers exporting Levothyroxine to Australia, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $45.1K per shipment | 85 | $3.8M | 71.8% |
| 2 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $31.1K per shipment | 34 | $1.1M | 19.8% |
| 3 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD Avg $60.3K per shipment | 4 | $241.3K | 4.5% |
| 4 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $30.6K per shipment | 4 | $122.6K | 2.3% |
| 5 | ACME GENERICS LLP Avg $17.5K per shipment | 5 | $87.4K | 1.6% |
This table shows the top 10 of 5 Indian companies exporting levothyroxine to Australia, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED , SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, ACME GENERICS LLP. SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 85 shipments worth $3.8M USD, giving it a 72% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 96% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Levothyroxine Importers in Australia
Showing top 10 of 6 known buyers in Australia receiving Levothyroxine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian levothyroxine in Australia include SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD, SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LIMITED, SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD , SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD,, ALPHAPHARM PTY LIMITED, among 6 total buyers. The largest importer is SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD, accounting for $2.4M USD across 58 shipments — representing 45% of all levothyroxine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD | 58 | $2.4M | 45.4% |
| 2 | SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LIMITED | 29 | $1.5M | 28.0% |
| 3 | SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD | 34 | $1.1M | 19.8% |
| 4 | SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD, | 2 | $152.9K | 2.9% |
| 5 | ALPHAPHARM PTY LIMITED | 4 | $122.6K | 2.3% |
| 6 | HEALTHCARE LOGISTICS | 5 | $87.4K | 1.6% |
Top 10 Levothyroxine Formulations Imported by Australia
Showing top 10 of 95 product formulations shipped on the India to Australia Levothyroxine route, ranked by trade value
Australia imports a wide range of levothyroxine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 100 MCG,BAT — accounts for $213.7K USD across 5 shipments. There are 95 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 | LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 100 MCG,BAT | 5 | $213.7K | 4.0% |
| 2 | LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 50 MCG,B-DN | 4 | $179.9K | 3.4% |
| 3 | LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 50 MCG BATC | 2 | $169.1K | 3.2% |
| 4 | LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 50 MCG PACK: 2X100SBOTT (1991 SHIPPERS ON 34 PALLETS) (BATCH DETAILS AS PER INVOICE) | 1 | $161.4K | 3.0% |
| 5 | LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 75 MCG BATC | 1 | $161.4K | 3.0% |
| 6 | LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 50 MCG PACK | 3 | $160.2K | 3.0% |
| 7 | LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 100 MCG PACK : 2X100SBOTT (BATCH DETAILS AS PER INVOICE) | 1 | $139.4K | 2.6% |
| 8 | LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 100 MCG,BAT | 2 | $127.2K | 2.4% |
| 9 | LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 100 MCG BAT | 2 | $126.4K | 2.4% |
| 10 | LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 75 MCG PACK | 1 | $125.9K | 2.4% |
Showing top 10 of 95 Levothyroxine formulations imported by Australia on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 74%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
DELHI AIR CARGO ACC (INDEL4) handles the highest volume with 42 shipments. Transit time averages 19 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's levothyroxine exports to Australia are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED with 85 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 Australia benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED , SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD — together account for 96% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $40.5K 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 levothyroxine sodium tablets 50 mcg,b-dn and levothyroxine sodium tablets 50 mcg batc, suggesting that buyers in Australia tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD is the largest importer with 58 shipments worth $2.4M USD — representing 45% of all levothyroxine imports from India on this route. A total of 6 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $5.3M
- Avg. Shipment
- $40.5K
- Suppliers
- 5
- Buyers
- 6
- Transit (Sea)
- ~19 days
- Annual Growth
- +20.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Australia Levothyroxine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Levothyroxine to Australia?
The leading Indian exporters of Levothyroxine to Australia are SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED , SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LTD. SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 72% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Levothyroxine exports from India to Australia?
India exports Levothyroxine to Australia worth approximately $5.3M USD across 132 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $40.5K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Levothyroxine to Australia?
The most active port of origin is DELHI AIR CARGO ACC (INDEL4) with 42 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 74% of shipments going by sea and 22% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Australia for Levothyroxine?
The average transit time for Levothyroxine shipments from India to Australia is approximately 19 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 Australia Levothyroxine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 20.6% with demand growth tracking at 19.4%. The route is ranked #13 among India's top Levothyroxine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Australia Levothyroxine route?
There are currently 5 active Indian suppliers exporting Levothyroxine to Australia. The market is moderately concentrated with SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED accounting for 72% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Levothyroxine from India in Australia?
The leading importers of Indian Levothyroxine in Australia include SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD, SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LIMITED, SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD , SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD,, ALPHAPHARM PTY LIMITED. SUN PHARMA ANZ PTY LTD is the largest buyer with 58 shipments worth $2.4M 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 Australia export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Levothyroxine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 5 Indian exporters and 6 importers in Australia matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 132 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
132 Verified Shipments
5 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists