India to Canada: Methotrexate Export Trade Route
India has recorded 33 verified shipments of Methotrexate exported to Canada, representing a combined trade value of $1.0M USD. This corridor is served by 4 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $31.5K USD. The leading Indian exporter is INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, which accounts for 40% of total export value with 16 shipments worth $419.9K USD. On the buying side, ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC is the largest importer in Canada with $473.2K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED — together control 95% 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 Canada Methotrexate corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 33 shipments documented worth a combined $1.0M USD. The route is dominated by INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 40% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's methotrexate manufacturing sector.
Across 4 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $31.5K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 82% of all shipments, consistent with methotrexate's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during April–June, with an average transit time of 18 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 20.6%, placing it at rank #1 among India's top methotrexate export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian methotrexate in Canada include ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC, XXCORXXHEAXXHCAXX INXX, ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC. and 7 others. ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC is the single largest importer with 10 shipments valued at $473.2K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit18 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portMUNDRA SEA (INMUN1)
Market Position
- Global rank#1
- Annual growth+20.6%
- Demand growth+19.4%
- Regulatory ease86/100
Top 10 Indian Methotrexate Exporters to Canada
Showing top 10 of 4 Indian suppliers exporting Methotrexate to Canada, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $26.2K per shipment | 16 | $419.9K | 40.4% |
| 2 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $51.4K per shipment | 8 | $410.9K | 39.5% |
| 3 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $20.3K per shipment | 8 | $162.2K | 15.6% |
| 4 | EUGIA PHARMA SPECIALITIES LIMITED Avg $47.0K per shipment | 1 | $47.0K | 4.5% |
This table shows the top 10 of 4 Indian companies exporting methotrexate to Canada, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED , EUGIA PHARMA SPECIALITIES LIMITED . INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 16 shipments worth $419.9K USD, giving it a 40% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 95% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Methotrexate Importers in Canada
Showing top 10 of 10 known buyers in Canada receiving Methotrexate shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian methotrexate in Canada include ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC, XXCORXXHEAXXHCAXX INXX, ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC. , TO THE ORDER, ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC., among 10 total buyers. The largest importer is ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC, accounting for $473.2K USD across 10 shipments — representing 45% of all methotrexate imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC | 10 | $473.2K | 45.5% |
| 2 | XXCORXXHEAXXHCAXX INXX | 3 | $140.7K | 13.5% |
| 3 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC. | 6 | $114.8K | 11.0% |
| 4 | TO THE ORDER | 4 | $66.6K | 6.4% |
| 5 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC. | 4 | $55.6K | 5.3% |
| 6 | Accord Healthcare Inc | 2 | $51.1K | 4.9% |
| 7 | AURO PHARMA INC, | 1 | $47.0K | 4.5% |
| 8 | Accord Healthcare Inc. | 1 | $43.7K | 4.2% |
| 9 | Accord Healthcare Inc. | 1 | $36.4K | 3.5% |
| 10 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC | 1 | $11.0K | 1.1% |
Top 10 Methotrexate Formulations Imported by Canada
Showing top 10 of 26 product formulations shipped on the India to Canada Methotrexate route, ranked by trade value
Canada imports a wide range of methotrexate formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — METHOTREXATE 50MG/ML, 0.50ML 1PFSAC-CAN — accounts for $191.2K USD across 3 shipments. There are 26 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 | METHOTREXATE 50MG/ML, 0.50ML 1PFSAC-CAN | 3 | $191.2K | 18.4% |
| 2 | METHOTREXATE 50MG/ML 0.50ML 1PFS(AC-CAN | 2 | $76.3K | 7.3% |
| 3 | METHOTREXATE 50MG/ML, 0.35ML 1PFSAC-CAN | 1 | $68.4K | 6.6% |
| 4 | METHOTREXATE 50MG/ML 0.30ML 1PFS(AC-CAN | 1 | $64.4K | 6.2% |
| 5 | PHARMA.DRUGS & MEDICINE METHOTREXATE INJECTION BP-25MG/ML-40ML EACH ML CONTS. METHOTREXATE PH.EUR.25MG WATER FOR INJ. | 2 | $61.9K | 6.0% |
| 6 | PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI: METHOTREXATE INJECT | 3 | $55.9K | 5.4% |
| 7 | METHOTREXATE 50MG/ML, 0.45ML 1PFSAC-CAN | 1 | $53.2K | 5.1% |
| 8 | METHOTREXATE 50MG/ML, 0.40ML 1PFSAC-CAN | 1 | $47.1K | 4.5% |
| 9 | METHOTREXATE TABLETS 2.5MG(Auro-Methotre | 1 | $47.0K | 4.5% |
| 10 | PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI METHOTREXATE W-P 25M | 1 | $43.7K | 4.2% |
Showing top 10 of 26 Methotrexate formulations imported by Canada on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 82%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
MUNDRA SEA (INMUN1) handles the highest volume with 9 shipments. Transit time averages 18 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's methotrexate exports to Canada are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS 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 Canada benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED — together account for 95% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $31.5K 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 methotrexate 50mg/ml 0.50ml 1pfs(ac-can and methotrexate 50mg/ml, 0.35ml 1pfsac-can, suggesting that buyers in Canada tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC is the largest importer with 10 shipments worth $473.2K USD — representing 45% of all methotrexate imports from India on this route. A total of 10 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $1.0M
- Avg. Shipment
- $31.5K
- Suppliers
- 4
- Buyers
- 10
- Transit (Sea)
- ~18 days
- Annual Growth
- +20.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Canada Methotrexate Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Methotrexate to Canada?
The leading Indian exporters of Methotrexate to Canada are INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED . INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 40% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Methotrexate exports from India to Canada?
India exports Methotrexate to Canada worth approximately $1.0M USD across 33 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $31.5K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Methotrexate to Canada?
The most active port of origin is MUNDRA SEA (INMUN1) with 9 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 82% of shipments going by sea and 28% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Canada for Methotrexate?
The average transit time for Methotrexate shipments from India to Canada is approximately 18 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 Canada Methotrexate 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 #1 among India's top Methotrexate export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Canada Methotrexate route?
There are currently 4 active Indian suppliers exporting Methotrexate to Canada. The market is moderately concentrated with INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED accounting for 40% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Methotrexate from India in Canada?
The leading importers of Indian Methotrexate in Canada include ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC, XXCORXXHEAXXHCAXX INXX, ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC. , TO THE ORDER, ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC.. ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC is the largest buyer with 10 shipments worth $473.2K 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 Canada export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Methotrexate.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 4 Indian exporters and 10 importers in Canada matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 33 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
33 Verified Shipments
4 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists