India to Australia: Methotrexate Export Trade Route
India has recorded 25 verified shipments of Methotrexate exported to Australia, representing a combined trade value of $813.7K USD. This corridor is served by 4 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $32.5K USD. The leading Indian exporter is CIPLA LIMITED, which accounts for 85% of total export value with 16 shipments worth $691.1K USD. On the buying side, ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD is the largest importer in Australia with $586.8K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — CIPLA LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS 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 Australia Methotrexate corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 25 shipments documented worth a combined $813.7K USD. The route is dominated by CIPLA LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 85% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's methotrexate manufacturing sector.
Across 4 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $32.5K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 83% of all shipments, consistent with methotrexate's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 19 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 10.3%, placing it at rank #17 among India's top methotrexate export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian methotrexate in Australia include ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD, ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD..., ACCORD HEALTHCARE PTY LIMITED and 5 others. ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD is the single largest importer with 13 shipments valued at $586.8K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit19 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#17
- Annual growth+10.3%
- Demand growth+10.6%
- Regulatory ease87/100
Top 10 Indian Methotrexate Exporters to Australia
Showing top 10 of 4 Indian suppliers exporting Methotrexate to Australia, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $43.2K per shipment | 16 | $691.1K | 84.9% |
| 2 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $21.0K per shipment | 4 | $84.0K | 10.3% |
| 3 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $19.3K per shipment | 2 | $38.6K | 4.7% |
| 4 | SYNERGY TRADING Avg $16 per shipment | 3 | $48 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 4 Indian companies exporting methotrexate to Australia, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: CIPLA LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED , SYNERGY TRADING. CIPLA LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 16 shipments worth $691.1K USD, giving it a 85% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 100% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Methotrexate Importers in Australia
Showing top 10 of 8 known buyers in Australia receiving Methotrexate shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian methotrexate in Australia include ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD, ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD..., ACCORD HEALTHCARE PTY LIMITED, ACCORD HEALTHCARE PTY LTD , ACCORD HEALTHCARE PTY LTD, among 8 total buyers. The largest importer is ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD, accounting for $586.8K USD across 13 shipments — representing 72% of all methotrexate imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD | 13 | $586.8K | 72.1% |
| 2 | ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD... | 2 | $95.2K | 11.7% |
| 3 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE PTY LIMITED | 3 | $65.8K | 8.1% |
| 4 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE PTY LTD | 2 | $38.6K | 4.7% |
| 5 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE PTY LTD | 1 | $18.2K | 2.2% |
| 6 | ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD. | 1 | $9.2K | 1.1% |
| 7 | NAOERO POSTAL SERVICES CORPORATION | 1 | $25 | 0.0% |
| 8 | REPUBLIC OF NAURU HOSPITAL | 2 | $24 | 0.0% |
Top 10 Methotrexate Formulations Imported by Australia
Showing top 10 of 22 product formulations shipped on the India to Australia Methotrexate route, ranked by trade value
Australia imports a wide range of methotrexate formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — ARX-METHOTREXATE 10 TABLETS (METHOTREXATE 10MG TABLET).. ( INV.QTY. 6944 PACK 5 X 10'S = 347200 NOS) — accounts for $143.7K USD across 2 shipments. There are 22 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 | ARX-METHOTREXATE 10 TABLETS (METHOTREXATE 10MG TABLET).. ( INV.QTY. 6944 PACK 5 X 10'S = 347200 NOS) | 2 | $143.7K | 17.7% |
| 2 | ARX-METHOTREXATE 10 TABLETS(METHOTREXATE 10MG TABLET) (15340 PACKS X1X15'S=230100 NOS) | 2 | $95.2K | 11.7% |
| 3 | ARX-METHOTREXATE 10 TABLETS (METHOTREXATE 10MG TABLET).. (INV.QTY. 16660 PACK 1X15'S=249900 NOS) | 1 | $52.0K | 6.4% |
| 4 | ARX-METHOTREXATE 10 TABLETS (METHOTREXATE 10MG TABLET).. (INV.QTY. 15840 PACK 1X15'S=237600 NOS) | 1 | $49.5K | 6.1% |
| 5 | ARX-METHOTREXATE 10 TABLETS (METHOTREXATE 10MG TABLET).. ( INV.QTY. 4676 PACK 5 X 10'S = 233800 NOS) | 1 | $48.6K | 6.0% |
| 6 | ARX-METHOTREXATE 10 TABLETS (METHOTREXATE 10MG TABLET).. ( INV.QTY. 4660 PACK 5 X 10'S = 233000 NOS) | 1 | $48.5K | 6.0% |
| 7 | ARX-METHOTREXATE 10 TABLETS (METHOTREXATE 10MG TABLET) (5 x 10's x 4704 PACK = 235200 NOS) | 1 | $48.3K | 5.9% |
| 8 | ARX-METHOTREXATE 10 TABLETS (METHOTREXATE 10MG TABLET) (5 x 10's x 4634 PACK = 231700 NOS) | 1 | $47.6K | 5.9% |
| 9 | ARX-METHOTREXATE 10 TABLETS (METHOTREXATE 10MG TABLET).. ( INV.QTY. 4564 PACK 5 X 10'S = 228200 NOS) | 1 | $47.5K | 5.8% |
| 10 | ARX-METHOTREXATE 10 TABLETS (METHOTREXATE 10MG TABLET).. (INV.QTY. 15120 PACK 1X15'S=226800 NOS) | 1 | $47.2K | 5.8% |
Showing top 10 of 22 Methotrexate 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 83%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 11 shipments. Transit time averages 19 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's methotrexate exports to Australia are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. CIPLA LIMITED with 16 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 Australia benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — CIPLA LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $32.5K 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 arx-methotrexate 10 tablets(methotrexate 10mg tablet) (15340 packs x1x15's=230100 nos) and arx-methotrexate 10 tablets (methotrexate 10mg tablet).. (inv.qty. 16660 pack 1x15's=249900 nos), suggesting that buyers in Australia tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD is the largest importer with 13 shipments worth $586.8K USD — representing 72% of all methotrexate imports from India on this route. A total of 8 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $813.7K
- Avg. Shipment
- $32.5K
- Suppliers
- 4
- Buyers
- 8
- Transit (Sea)
- ~19 days
- Annual Growth
- +10.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Australia Methotrexate Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Methotrexate to Australia?
The leading Indian exporters of Methotrexate to Australia are CIPLA LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED . CIPLA LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 85% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Methotrexate exports from India to Australia?
India exports Methotrexate to Australia worth approximately $813.7K USD across 25 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $32.5K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Methotrexate to Australia?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 11 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 83% of shipments going by sea and 28% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Australia for Methotrexate?
The average transit time for Methotrexate 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 January–March.
Q Is the India to Australia Methotrexate trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 10.3% with demand growth tracking at 10.6%. The route is ranked #17 among India's top Methotrexate export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Australia Methotrexate route?
There are currently 4 active Indian suppliers exporting Methotrexate to Australia. The market is moderately concentrated with CIPLA LIMITED accounting for 85% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Methotrexate from India in Australia?
The leading importers of Indian Methotrexate in Australia include ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD, ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD..., ACCORD HEALTHCARE PTY LIMITED, ACCORD HEALTHCARE PTY LTD , ACCORD HEALTHCARE PTY LTD. ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD is the largest buyer with 13 shipments worth $586.8K 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 Methotrexate.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 4 Indian exporters and 8 importers in Australia matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 25 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
25 Verified Shipments
4 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists