Zydus Lifesciences Limited Metformin Export Data — India (DGFT 2022–2026)

Name: Zydus Lifesciences Limited Metformin Export Records India — #9 Exporter, 196 Shipments, $9.8M FOB USD (DGFT 2022–2026)
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Published: 2026-04-01T00:00:00Z
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Suresh Sormare

Metformin

India Pharmaceutical Trade Intelligence

$466.4M528 Suppliers160 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES36.7%India → GEORGIA9.7%

ImportsGREECE → India$37.7B GERMANY → India$15.6M

#1 Supplier: GRANULES INDIA

Zydus Lifesciences Limited — Metformin Exporter #9 | $9.8M Trade Value | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Zydus Lifesciences Limited — Metformin Exporter Profile

Indian Pharmaceutical Exporter · #9 for Metformin · $9.8M export value · DGFT Verified

Zydus Lifesciences Limited is the #9 Indian exporter of Metformin with $9.8M in export value and 196 verified shipments. Zydus Lifesciences Limited holds a 2.1% market share in Metformin exports across 8 countries. The company exports 81 pharmaceutical products worth $346.3M across 25 therapeutic categories.

Zydus Lifesciences Limited — Metformin Export Profile: Buyers & Destinations

Zydus Lifesciences Limited Metformin export treemap — buyers and destination countries | TransData Nexus

Where Does Zydus Lifesciences Limited Export Metformin?

Country	Value	Shipments	Share
UNITED STATES	$12.6M	441	84.6%
SOUTH AFRICA	$1.2M	31	7.9%
SRI LANKA	$594.4K	50	4.0%
FRANCE	$277.2K	10	1.9%

Who Are the Top Buyers of Metformin from Zydus Lifesciences Limited?

Buyer	Country	Value	Orders
EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES	UNITED STATES	$12.4M	435
ZYDUS HEALTHCARE SA (PTY) LTD	SOUTH AFRICA	$897.7K	24
SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED	SRI LANKA	$545.4K	47
ZYDUS HEALTHCARE SA (PTY) LIMITED	SOUTH AFRICA	$234.1K	6
GUJARAT	UNITED STATES	$204.2K	6
CENTRE SPECIALITES PHARMACEUTIQUES	FRANCE	$128.6K	4
CENTRE SPECIALITIES PHARMACEUTIQUES	FRANCE	$77.2K	3
ABACUS PHARMA (AFRICA) LTD	KENYA	$61.7K	5
ZYDUS HEALTHCARE SA PTY LTD	SOUTH AFRICA	$50.0K	1
LABORATORIOS COMBIX SLU	SPAIN	$46.5K	1

Zydus Lifesciences Limited supplies Metformin to 23 buyers globally. The largest buyer is EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES (UNITED STATES), followed by ZYDUS HEALTHCARE SA (PTY) LTD (SOUTH AFRICA) and SUNSHINE HEALTHCARE LANKA LIMITED (SRI LANKA). These buyers represent pharmaceutical distributors, hospital groups, and government procurement agencies in their respective markets.

What Metformin Formulations Does Zydus Lifesciences Limited Export?

Product Description / Formulation	Value	Shipments
METFORMIN HCL USP TABS 500 MG - 1 X 1000	$856.8K	19
PHARMA MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE-METFORMIN	$718.3K	18
METFORMIN HCL USP TABS 1000 MG - 1 X 100	$629.3K	16
PHARMA : METFORMIN HCL USP TABS 500 MG (	$602.9K	14
METFORMIN HCL USP TABS 1000 MG - 1 X 1000S (OTHER DETAILS AS PER INV & P.LIST)	$480.0K	21
METFORMIN HCL USP TABS 500 MG - 1 X 1000S	$385.2K	23
PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE METFORMIN HCL USP TABLET 1000 MG 1 X 1000S	$284.6K	7
PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE -METFORMIN HCL USP TABS 1000 MG - 1 X 1000S	$273.3K	7
METFORMIN HCL USP TABS 1000 MG 1 X 1000S	$253.3K	7
PHARMA : METFORMIN HCL USP TABS 1000 MG(	$251.1K	6

Zydus Lifesciences Limited exports 235 distinct Metformin formulations including tablets, capsules, syrups, and combination drugs. The top formulation is METFORMIN HCL USP TABS 500 MG - 1 X 1000 with 19 shipments worth $856.8K. Notable combination products include fixed-dose combinations with other active ingredients, meeting diverse global regulatory requirements.

How Does Zydus Lifesciences Limited Compare to Nearest Metformin Exporters?

Exporters ranked immediately above and below #9 by export value

#	Supplier	Export Value	Shipments	Countries	Avg/Shipment
6	AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD	$14.8M	296	9	$50.0K
8	ALKEM LABORATORIES LIMITED	$13.3M	289	4	$45.9K
9	ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED ★	$9.8M	196	8	$50.0K
10	USV PRIVATE LIMITED	$9.2M	240	7	$38.3K
13	CENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED	$7.1M	173	5	$40.9K

Zydus Lifesciences Limited ranks #9 among 528 Indian Metformin exporters. Average shipment value of $50.0K compared to the market average of $504.7K. The closest competitors by value are AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD and ALKEM LABORATORIES LIMITED.

Which Indian Ports Ship Metformin Exports?

Port	Shipments	% Share
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)	2,284	15.2%
SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4)	1,638	10.9%
HYDERABAD ICD (INSNF6)	1,593	10.6%
DELHI AIR CARGO ACC (INDEL4)	1,355	9.0%
SAHAR AIR	1,015	6.8%
JNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA	843	5.6%
DELHI AIR	711	4.7%
Bombay Air	695	4.6%

Geopolitical & Trade Policy Impact on Zydus Lifesciences Limited's Metformin Exports

Zydus Lifesciences's export operations are influenced by various geopolitical factors. The Israel-Iran tensions have led to disruptions in Red Sea shipping routes, increasing shipping costs and transit times for Indian exporters. This situation necessitates strategic logistics planning to mitigate potential delays and cost escalations.

Conversely, U.S.-China trade tensions have opened opportunities for Indian pharmaceutical companies like Zydus to capture a larger share of the U.S. market, as American importers seek alternative suppliers. Zydus's recent FDA approvals, including Niacin ER Tablets and Leuprolide Acetate injection, position the company to capitalize on this shift. (ainvest.com)

In the European Union, compliance with the Falsified Medicines Directive (FMD) is crucial for market access. Zydus's proactive measures to align with these regulations enhance its credibility and competitiveness in the EU market. However, the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict poses risks to Middle East trade routes, potentially affecting Zydus's operations in that region.

Zydus Lifesciences Limited — Regulatory Compliance & Quality Standards

Maintaining stringent quality standards is paramount for Zydus Lifesciences. In October 2025, the company received an Establishment Inspection Report (EIR) with a Voluntary Action Indicated (VAI) status from the U.S. FDA for its Baddi manufacturing facility, indicating compliance with regulatory standards. (bajajbroking.in) Similarly, the Ahmedabad SEZ-II facility received a clean USFDA report in November 2025, further affirming the company's commitment to quality. (bajajbroking.in)

These regulatory approvals are critical, as non-compliance can lead to import bans and reputational damage. Zydus's adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and proactive engagement with regulatory bodies underscore its dedication to maintaining high-quality standards across its operations.

Research Methodology & Data Transparency

Suresh Sormare

Verified Author

Pharmaceutical 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.

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Primary 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.Product Matching: Metformin shipments identified using fuzzy matching on DGFT product description fields, validated against Indian Pharmacopoeia nomenclature.
2.Supplier Identification: Zydus Lifesciences Limited matched across shipments using name normalization, accounting for company name formatting variations.
3.Statistical Normalization: Shipment values are statistically normalized to ensure accurate market share representation. This removes the impact of unusually large one-off transactions that could distort company rankings.
4.Verified Records: This page is backed by 552 individual customs records matching Zydus Lifesciences Limited exporting Metformin, covering 235 formulations to 13 countries via 23 buyers.

Government-Sourced Data

Official DGFT customs records

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Calculations fully disclosed above

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Zydus Lifesciences Limited — Metformin Export Profile: Buyers & Destinations

Where Does Zydus Lifesciences Limited Export Metformin?

Who Are the Top Buyers of Metformin from Zydus Lifesciences Limited?

What Is India's Total Metformin Export Value and How Much Does Zydus Lifesciences Limited Contribute?

What Is the Average Shipment Value for Zydus Lifesciences Limited's Metformin Exports?

How Does Zydus Lifesciences Limited Compare to Other Indian Metformin Exporters?

What Metformin Formulations Does Zydus Lifesciences Limited Export?

Regulatory Requirements: Exporting Metformin to Key Markets

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How Does Zydus Lifesciences Limited Compare to Nearest Metformin Exporters?

Which Indian Ports Ship Metformin Exports?

Geopolitical & Trade Policy Impact on Zydus Lifesciences Limited's Metformin Exports

Zydus Lifesciences Limited — Regulatory Compliance & Quality Standards

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