India to Uganda: Metronidazole Export Trade Route
India has recorded 164 verified shipments of Metronidazole exported to Uganda, representing a combined trade value of $3.6M USD. This corridor is served by 23 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $21.8K USD. The leading Indian exporter is AGOG PHARMA LIMITED, which accounts for 53% of total export value with 41 shipments worth $1.9M USD. On the buying side, M/S. GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. is the largest importer in Uganda with $1.7M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — AGOG PHARMA LIMITED, PINNACLE LIFE SCIENCE PRIVATE LIMITED, ALTHEA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 69% 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 Uganda Metronidazole corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 164 shipments documented worth a combined $3.6M USD. The route is dominated by AGOG PHARMA LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 53% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's metronidazole manufacturing sector.
Across 23 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $21.8K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Freight is split between sea (66%) and air (16%), suggesting a mix of scheduled bulk orders and time-sensitive consignments.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 25 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 27.7%, placing it at rank #7 among India's top metronidazole export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian metronidazole in Uganda include M/S. GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD., JOINT MEDICAL STORE, ROYAL PHARMA 2011 UGANDA LTD, and 37 others. M/S. GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. is the single largest importer with 22 shipments valued at $1.7M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit25 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeMulti-modal
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#7
- Annual growth+27.7%
- Demand growth+25.0%
- Regulatory ease66/100
Top 10 Indian Metronidazole Exporters to Uganda
Showing top 10 of 23 Indian suppliers exporting Metronidazole to Uganda, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AGOG PHARMA LIMITED Avg $46.0K per shipment | 41 | $1.9M | 52.7% |
| 2 | PINNACLE LIFE SCIENCE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $33.5K per shipment | 10 | $335.3K | 9.4% |
| 3 | ALTHEA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $8.7K per shipment | 28 | $242.4K | 6.8% |
| 4 | AGOG PHARMA LIMITED Avg $23.5K per shipment | 9 | $211.5K | 5.9% |
| 5 | AFRICURE PHARMACEUTICALS (INDIA) PRIVATELIMITED Avg $19.0K per shipment | 8 | $151.7K | 4.2% |
| 6 | AFRICURE PHARMACEUTICALS (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $22.8K per shipment | 6 | $137.0K | 3.8% |
| 7 | ALTHEA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $7.7K per shipment | 17 | $131.2K | 3.7% |
| 8 | BLISS GVS PHARMA LIMITED Avg $10.0K per shipment | 6 | $60.1K | 1.7% |
| 9 | THE MADRAS PHARMACEUTICALS Avg $14.9K per shipment | 4 | $59.7K | 1.7% |
| 10 | SCOTT EDIL PHARMACIA LIMITED Avg $5.6K per shipment | 10 | $55.9K | 1.6% |
This table shows the top 10 of 23 Indian companies exporting metronidazole to Uganda, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: AGOG PHARMA LIMITED, PINNACLE LIFE SCIENCE PRIVATE LIMITED, ALTHEA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, AGOG PHARMA LIMITED , AFRICURE PHARMACEUTICALS (INDIA) PRIVATELIMITED, AFRICURE PHARMACEUTICALS (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED, ALTHEA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED , BLISS GVS PHARMA LIMITED, THE MADRAS PHARMACEUTICALS, SCOTT EDIL PHARMACIA LIMITED. AGOG PHARMA LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 41 shipments worth $1.9M USD, giving it a 53% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 69% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 23 total Indian exporters on the India to Uganda Metronidazole export route.
Top 10 Metronidazole Importers in Uganda
Showing top 10 of 40 known buyers in Uganda receiving Metronidazole shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian metronidazole in Uganda include M/S. GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD., JOINT MEDICAL STORE, ROYAL PHARMA 2011 UGANDA LTD,, M/S. GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. , M S GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, among 40 total buyers. The largest importer is M/S. GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD., accounting for $1.7M USD across 22 shipments — representing 46% of all metronidazole imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M/S. GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. | 22 | $1.7M | 46.4% |
| 2 | JOINT MEDICAL STORE | 28 | $242.4K | 6.8% |
| 3 | ROYAL PHARMA 2011 UGANDA LTD, | 10 | $231.7K | 6.5% |
| 4 | M/S. GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. | 9 | $211.5K | 5.9% |
| 5 | M S GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD | 11 | $166.6K | 4.7% |
| 6 | JOINT MEDICAL STORE | 17 | $131.2K | 3.7% |
| 7 | ABACUS PHARMA (A) LIMITED | 1 | $117.3K | 3.3% |
| 8 | ABACUS PHARMA (A) LTD | 1 | $105.8K | 3.0% |
| 9 | METRO PHARMACEUTICALS LTD | 7 | $91.5K | 2.6% |
| 10 | TO THE ORDER OF | 5 | $66.5K | 1.9% |
Showing top 10 of 40 Metronidazole importers in Uganda on this route.
Top 10 Metronidazole Formulations Imported by Uganda
Showing top 10 of 128 product formulations shipped on the India to Uganda Metronidazole route, ranked by trade value
Uganda imports a wide range of metronidazole formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — PHARMACEUTICALS MEDICINES:METRON TABLETS(500000PACX10X10=50000000TABS)METRONIDAZOLE TABLETS BP 200MG(NET WT:10000.00KGS) — accounts for $1.5M USD across 1 shipments. There are 128 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 | PHARMACEUTICALS MEDICINES:METRON TABLETS(500000PACX10X10=50000000TABS)METRONIDAZOLE TABLETS BP 200MG(NET WT:10000.00KGS) | 1 | $1.5M | 41.9% |
| 2 | AARTROGYL 200MG TABLETS (EACH TABLET CONTAINS METRONIDAZOLE 200MG BP)PACK SIZE:10X10 S(OTHER DETAIL AS PER INVOICE) | 1 | $117.3K | 3.3% |
| 3 | PHARMACEUTICALS MEDICINES METRON TABLETS 14940PACx1000 14940000 TABS METRONIDAZOLE TABLETS BP 200mg NET WT 2988 00KG | 2 | $107.6K | 3.0% |
| 4 | AARTROGYL 200MG TABLET(EACH FILM COATEDTABLET CONTAINS METRONIDAZOLE BP 200MG)PK SZ:10X10S (OTHER DETAILS AS PER INV.) | 1 | $105.8K | 3.0% |
| 5 | Metronidazole Infusion BP 0.5% W/V 100ml | 8 | $79.7K | 2.2% |
| 6 | AARTROGYL 200MG TABLETS (EACH TABLET CONTAINS METRONIDAZOLE 200MG TABLETS BP) (OTHER DETAIL AS PER INVOICE ) | 4 | $68.9K | 1.9% |
| 7 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS - MetronidazoleTablets BP 200mg (Metrosim) | 2 | $54.2K | 1.5% |
| 8 | Pharmaceutical Products :Metronidazole Tablets BP 200mg (Metrosim) 10x10x10's | 2 | $48.0K | 1.3% |
| 9 | METRON TABLETS.(NET WT : 2490.00KGS) METRONIDAZOLE TABLETS BP 200mg(12450x1000=12450000 TABS) CONT AS PER INVOICE | 1 | $44.8K | 1.3% |
| 10 | Metronidazole Tablets BP 200mg (Rometro- FC) | 1 | $43.4K | 1.2% |
Showing top 10 of 128 Metronidazole formulations imported by Uganda on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Balanced freight mix — 66% sea for bulk, 16% air for urgent orders.
Top Ports of Origin
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 55 shipments. Transit time averages 25 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's metronidazole exports to Uganda are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. AGOG PHARMA LIMITED with 41 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 23 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Uganda benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — AGOG PHARMA LIMITED, PINNACLE LIFE SCIENCE PRIVATE LIMITED, ALTHEA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 69% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $21.8K 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 aartrogyl 200mg tablets (each tablet contains metronidazole 200mg bp)pack size:10x10 s(other detail as per invoice) and pharmaceuticals medicines metron tablets 14940pacx1000 14940000 tabs metronidazole tablets bp 200mg net wt 2988 00kg, suggesting that buyers in Uganda tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, M/S. GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. is the largest importer with 22 shipments worth $1.7M USD — representing 46% of all metronidazole imports from India on this route. A total of 40 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $3.6M
- Avg. Shipment
- $21.8K
- Suppliers
- 23
- Buyers
- 40
- Transit (Sea)
- ~25 days
- Annual Growth
- +27.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Uganda Metronidazole Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Metronidazole to Uganda?
The leading Indian exporters of Metronidazole to Uganda are AGOG PHARMA LIMITED, PINNACLE LIFE SCIENCE PRIVATE LIMITED, ALTHEA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED. AGOG PHARMA LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 53% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Metronidazole exports from India to Uganda?
India exports Metronidazole to Uganda worth approximately $3.6M USD across 164 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $21.8K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Metronidazole to Uganda?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 55 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use a mix of sea and air freight for this route, with 66% of shipments going by sea and 16% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Uganda for Metronidazole?
The average transit time for Metronidazole shipments from India to Uganda is approximately 25 days. Sea freight typically takes longer, while air freight can reduce this significantly for urgent orders. Peak shipping activity is observed during July–September.
Q Is the India to Uganda Metronidazole trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 27.7% with demand growth tracking at 25.0%. The route is ranked #7 among India's top Metronidazole export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Uganda Metronidazole route?
There are currently 23 active Indian suppliers exporting Metronidazole to Uganda. The market is moderately concentrated with AGOG PHARMA LIMITED accounting for 53% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Metronidazole from India in Uganda?
The leading importers of Indian Metronidazole in Uganda include M/S. GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD., JOINT MEDICAL STORE, ROYAL PHARMA 2011 UGANDA LTD,, M/S. GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. , M S GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. M/S. GITTOES PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. is the largest buyer with 22 shipments worth $1.7M 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 Uganda export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Metronidazole.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 23 Indian exporters and 40 importers in Uganda matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 164 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
164 Verified Shipments
23 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists