India to Turkey: Methotrexate Export Trade Route
India has recorded 124 verified shipments of Methotrexate exported to Turkey, representing a combined trade value of $1.7M USD. This corridor is served by 26 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $13.9K USD. The leading Indian exporter is CIPLA LIMITED, which accounts for 67% of total export value with 8 shipments worth $1.1M USD. On the buying side, PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR is the largest importer in Turkey with $1.1M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — CIPLA LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED , AL YAUM IMPEX INDIA — together control 94% 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 Turkey Methotrexate corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 124 shipments documented worth a combined $1.7M USD. The route is dominated by CIPLA LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 67% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's methotrexate manufacturing sector.
Across 26 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $13.9K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 84% of all shipments, consistent with methotrexate's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during October–December, with an average transit time of 18 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 31.6%, placing it at rank #3 among India's top methotrexate export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian methotrexate in Turkey include PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR, PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR , HOMEMADE CO and 36 others. PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR is the single largest importer with 8 shipments valued at $1.1M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit18 days
- Peak seasonQ4
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portSAHAR AIR
Market Position
- Global rank#3
- Annual growth+31.6%
- Demand growth+26.4%
- Regulatory ease89/100
Top 10 Indian Methotrexate Exporters to Turkey
Showing top 10 of 26 Indian suppliers exporting Methotrexate to Turkey, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $143.7K per shipment | 8 | $1.1M | 66.6% |
| 2 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $112.6K per shipment | 4 | $450.5K | 26.1% |
| 3 | AL YAUM IMPEX INDIA Avg $24.6K per shipment | 1 | $24.6K | 1.4% |
| 4 | MEDCELL PHARMA Avg $18.8K per shipment | 1 | $18.8K | 1.1% |
| 5 | AMARI TRADE ALLIANCE LLP Avg $1.9K per shipment | 6 | $11.4K | 0.7% |
| 6 | RIZLIFE HEALTHCARE Avg $1.9K per shipment | 6 | $11.3K | 0.7% |
| 7 | ROYAL MEDICAL PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $503 per shipment | 19 | $9.5K | 0.6% |
| 8 | VAMA LIFECARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $8.2K per shipment | 1 | $8.2K | 0.5% |
| 9 | AMARI TRADE ALLIANCE LLP Avg $658 per shipment | 12 | $7.9K | 0.5% |
| 10 | M T MADON EXPORTS Avg $406 per shipment | 17 | $6.9K | 0.4% |
This table shows the top 10 of 26 Indian companies exporting methotrexate to Turkey, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: CIPLA LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED , AL YAUM IMPEX INDIA, MEDCELL PHARMA, AMARI TRADE ALLIANCE LLP , RIZLIFE HEALTHCARE , ROYAL MEDICAL PRIVATE LIMITED, VAMA LIFECARE PRIVATE LIMITED, AMARI TRADE ALLIANCE LLP, M T MADON EXPORTS. CIPLA LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 8 shipments worth $1.1M USD, giving it a 67% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 94% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 26 total Indian exporters on the India to Turkey Methotrexate export route.
Top 10 Methotrexate Importers in Turkey
Showing top 10 of 39 known buyers in Turkey receiving Methotrexate shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian methotrexate in Turkey include PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR, PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR , HOMEMADE CO, IMS LOJISTIK U/A TASIMACILIK ITH, TO THE ORDER OF , among 39 total buyers. The largest importer is PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR, accounting for $1.1M USD across 8 shipments — representing 67% of all methotrexate imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR | 8 | $1.1M | 66.6% |
| 2 | PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR | 4 | $450.5K | 26.1% |
| 3 | HOMEMADE CO | 1 | $24.6K | 1.4% |
| 4 | IMS LOJISTIK U/A TASIMACILIK ITH | 1 | $18.8K | 1.1% |
| 5 | TO THE ORDER OF | 7 | $11.5K | 0.7% |
| 6 | K.S. ATLAS DIS TIC.LTD STI | 6 | $11.3K | 0.7% |
| 7 | TO THE | 1 | $8.2K | 0.5% |
| 8 | To The Order of | 8 | $4.6K | 0.3% |
| 9 | SLO TIBBI ILAC ITHALAT | 7 | $4.6K | 0.3% |
| 10 | TO THE ORDER OF | 10 | $3.5K | 0.2% |
Showing top 10 of 39 Methotrexate importers in Turkey on this route.
Top 10 Methotrexate Formulations Imported by Turkey
Showing top 10 of 90 product formulations shipped on the India to Turkey Methotrexate route, ranked by trade value
Turkey imports a wide range of methotrexate formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — IMUTREX 2.5MG TAB METHOTREXATE 2.5MG — accounts for $1.1M USD across 8 shipments. There are 90 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 | IMUTREX 2.5MG TAB METHOTREXATE 2.5MG | 8 | $1.1M | 66.6% |
| 2 | IMUTREX 2.5MG TAB(METHOTREXATE 2.5MG)(47 | 2 | $273.8K | 15.9% |
| 3 | IMUTREX 2.5MG TAB (METHOTREXATE 2.5MG) ( INV. QTY. 48168 PACK 10X 10'S=4816800 NOS) | 1 | $122.0K | 7.1% |
| 4 | IMUTREX 2.5MG TAB (METHOTREXATE 2.5MG) ( INV. QTY. 21600 PACK 10X 10'S=2160000 NOS) | 1 | $54.7K | 3.2% |
| 5 | PHARMACEUTICAL ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM Methotrexate 2.5g Tablet | 1 | $24.6K | 1.4% |
| 6 | MEVTREX (METHOTREXATE INJECTION BP 50MG/ | 1 | $18.8K | 1.1% |
| 7 | MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE FOR METHOTREXATE | 4 | $11.2K | 0.7% |
| 8 | HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTIONINJ METHOTREXATE 15 MG 3 ML INJ VAMTREX 15 MG 3 ML BATCH NO 23BML01 | 1 | $8.2K | 0.5% |
| 9 | METHOTREX 500(METHOTREXATE INJECTION IP | 3 | $7.1K | 0.4% |
| 10 | TREXOVA 1G(METHOTREXATE INJECTION IP 1G | 3 | $4.1K | 0.2% |
Showing top 10 of 90 Methotrexate formulations imported by Turkey on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 84%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
SAHAR AIR handles the highest volume with 35 shipments. Transit time averages 18 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's methotrexate exports to Turkey are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. CIPLA LIMITED with 8 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 26 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Turkey benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — CIPLA LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED , AL YAUM IMPEX INDIA — together account for 94% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $13.9K 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 imutrex 2.5mg tab(methotrexate 2.5mg)(47 and imutrex 2.5mg tab (methotrexate 2.5mg) ( inv. qty. 48168 pack 10x 10's=4816800 nos), suggesting that buyers in Turkey tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR is the largest importer with 8 shipments worth $1.1M USD — representing 67% of all methotrexate imports from India on this route. A total of 39 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $1.7M
- Avg. Shipment
- $13.9K
- Suppliers
- 26
- Buyers
- 39
- Transit (Sea)
- ~18 days
- Annual Growth
- +31.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Turkey Methotrexate Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Methotrexate to Turkey?
The leading Indian exporters of Methotrexate to Turkey are CIPLA LIMITED, CIPLA LIMITED , AL YAUM IMPEX INDIA. CIPLA LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 67% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Methotrexate exports from India to Turkey?
India exports Methotrexate to Turkey worth approximately $1.7M USD across 124 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $13.9K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Methotrexate to Turkey?
The most active port of origin is SAHAR AIR with 35 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 84% of shipments going by sea and 29% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Turkey for Methotrexate?
The average transit time for Methotrexate shipments from India to Turkey 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 October–December.
Q Is the India to Turkey Methotrexate trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 31.6% with demand growth tracking at 26.4%. The route is ranked #3 among India's top Methotrexate export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Turkey Methotrexate route?
There are currently 26 active Indian suppliers exporting Methotrexate to Turkey. The market is moderately concentrated with CIPLA LIMITED accounting for 67% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Methotrexate from India in Turkey?
The leading importers of Indian Methotrexate in Turkey include PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR, PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR , HOMEMADE CO, IMS LOJISTIK U/A TASIMACILIK ITH, TO THE ORDER OF . PAYAZ BIOMEDIKAL VE TIBBI CIHAZLAR is the largest buyer with 8 shipments worth $1.1M 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 Turkey export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Methotrexate.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 26 Indian exporters and 39 importers in Turkey matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 124 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
124 Verified Shipments
26 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists