India to Brazil: Mesalamine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 17 verified shipments of Mesalamine exported to Brazil, representing a combined trade value of $1.1M USD. This corridor is served by 3 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $64.6K USD. The leading Indian exporter is ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, which accounts for 52% of total export value with 9 shipments worth $565.9K USD. On the buying side, ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA is the largest importer in Brazil with $565.9K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES 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 Brazil Mesalamine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 17 shipments documented worth a combined $1.1M USD. The route is dominated by ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 52% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's mesalamine manufacturing sector.
Across 3 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $64.6K 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 mesalamine'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 20.4%, placing it at rank #10 among India's top mesalamine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian mesalamine in Brazil include ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA, RANBAXY FARMACEUTICA LTDA :, RANBAXY FARMACEUTICA LTDA and 3 others. ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA is the single largest importer with 7 shipments valued at $565.9K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit24 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portSAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4)
Market Position
- Global rank#10
- Annual growth+20.4%
- Demand growth+19.2%
- Regulatory ease84/100
Top 10 Indian Mesalamine Exporters to Brazil
Showing top 10 of 3 Indian suppliers exporting Mesalamine to Brazil, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED Avg $62.9K per shipment | 9 | $565.9K | 51.6% |
| 2 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $88.6K per shipment | 6 | $531.6K | 48.4% |
| 3 | ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED Avg $0 per shipment | 2 | $0 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 3 Indian companies exporting mesalamine to Brazil, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED . ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 9 shipments worth $565.9K USD, giving it a 52% market share.
Top 10 Mesalamine Importers in Brazil
Showing top 10 of 6 known buyers in Brazil receiving Mesalamine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian mesalamine in Brazil include ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA, RANBAXY FARMACEUTICA LTDA :, RANBAXY FARMACEUTICA LTDA, RANBAXY FARMACEUTICA LIMITEDA, ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA , among 6 total buyers. The largest importer is ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA, accounting for $565.9K USD across 7 shipments — representing 52% of all mesalamine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA | 7 | $565.9K | 51.6% |
| 2 | RANBAXY FARMACEUTICA LTDA : | 4 | $301.0K | 27.4% |
| 3 | RANBAXY FARMACEUTICA LTDA | 1 | $127.1K | 11.6% |
| 4 | RANBAXY FARMACEUTICA LIMITEDA | 1 | $103.5K | 9.4% |
| 5 | ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA | 2 | $0 | 0.0% |
| 6 | ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA., | 2 | $0 | 0.0% |
Top 10 Mesalamine Formulations Imported by Brazil
Showing top 10 of 15 product formulations shipped on the India to Brazil Mesalamine route, ranked by trade value
Brazil imports a wide range of mesalamine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — MESALAZINA TAB 1200mg 3x10b BR EACH TABLET CONTAINS: MESALAMINE TAB 120MG 3X10sPACK : Box3x10s — accounts for $177.8K USD across 2 shipments. There are 15 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 | MESALAZINA TAB 1200mg 3x10b BR EACH TABLET CONTAINS: MESALAMINE TAB 120MG 3X10sPACK : Box3x10s | 2 | $177.8K | 16.2% |
| 2 | PHARMACEUTICALS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE-ZYDCOL MR 1200mg tab 30s sale Brazil(MESALAMINE TABLETS) 6X5S-QTY-28,192.000-AS P | 1 | $167.4K | 15.3% |
| 3 | PHARMACEUTICALS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE-ZYDCOL MR 1200mg tab 30s sale Brazil(MESALAMINE TABLETS) 1X5S-QTY-140,640.000-AS | 1 | $158.6K | 14.5% |
| 4 | MESALAZINA TAB 1200mg 3x10b BR EACH TABLET CONTAINS MESALAMINE TAB 1200MG 3X10s PACK Box3x10s | 1 | $127.1K | 11.6% |
| 5 | (MESALAMINE TABLETS) ZYDCOL MR 1200mg tab 5s sample Brazil 1X5S B.No M415358 MFG.DT. 11/2024 EXP.DT. 10/2026 | 1 | $114.0K | 10.4% |
| 6 | MESALAZINA TABLETS 1200MG MESALAMINE DRTABLETS USP [7606 PACKS X3X10'S] BATCHNO. PTE3231A & PTE3232A MANUFACTURING DT: 08/2023 | 1 | $103.5K | 9.4% |
| 7 | (MESALAMINE TABLETS) ZYDCOL MR 1200mg tab 30s sale Brazil 6X5S B.No M415357 MFG.DT. 11/2024 EXP.DT. 10/2026 | 1 | $90.1K | 8.2% |
| 8 | MESALAZINA TAB 1200MG 3X10B BR EACH TABLET CONTAINS:MESALAMINE TAB 1200MG 3X10SPACK : BOX3X10S | 1 | $63.0K | 5.7% |
| 9 | MESALAZINA TAB 1200mg 3x10b BR EACH TABLET CONTAINS: MESALAMINE TAB 120MG 3X10s | 1 | $60.2K | 5.5% |
| 10 | Physicians Sample-ZYDCOL MR 1200mg tab 5s sample Brazil(MESALAMINE TABLETS) 1X5S-QTY-31,680.000-AS PER INV | 1 | $35.8K | 3.3% |
Showing top 10 of 15 Mesalamine formulations imported by Brazil on this route.
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
SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) handles the highest volume with 4 shipments. Transit time averages 24 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's mesalamine exports to Brazil are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED with 9 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 3 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Brazil benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $64.6K 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 pharmaceuticals medicine for human use-zydcol mr 1200mg tab 30s sale brazil(mesalamine tablets) 6x5s-qty-28,192.000-as p and pharmaceuticals medicine for human use-zydcol mr 1200mg tab 30s sale brazil(mesalamine tablets) 1x5s-qty-140,640.000-as, suggesting that buyers in Brazil tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA is the largest importer with 7 shipments worth $565.9K USD — representing 52% of all mesalamine imports from India on this route. A total of 6 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $1.1M
- Avg. Shipment
- $64.6K
- Suppliers
- 3
- Buyers
- 6
- Transit (Sea)
- ~24 days
- Annual Growth
- +20.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Brazil Mesalamine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Mesalamine to Brazil?
The leading Indian exporters of Mesalamine to Brazil are ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED . ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 52% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Mesalamine exports from India to Brazil?
India exports Mesalamine to Brazil worth approximately $1.1M USD across 17 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $64.6K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Mesalamine to Brazil?
The most active port of origin is SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) with 4 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 Brazil for Mesalamine?
The average transit time for Mesalamine shipments from India to Brazil 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 Brazil Mesalamine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 20.4% with demand growth tracking at 19.2%. The route is ranked #10 among India's top Mesalamine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Brazil Mesalamine route?
There are currently 3 active Indian suppliers exporting Mesalamine to Brazil. The market is moderately concentrated with ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED accounting for 52% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Mesalamine from India in Brazil?
The leading importers of Indian Mesalamine in Brazil include ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA, RANBAXY FARMACEUTICA LTDA :, RANBAXY FARMACEUTICA LTDA, RANBAXY FARMACEUTICA LIMITEDA, ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA . ZYDUS NIKKHO FARMACEUTICA LTDA is the largest buyer with 7 shipments worth $565.9K 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 Brazil export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Mesalamine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 3 Indian exporters and 6 importers in Brazil matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 17 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
17 Verified Shipments
3 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists