India to Ghana: Nifedipine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 168 verified shipments of Nifedipine exported to Ghana, representing a combined trade value of $2.0M USD. This corridor is served by 33 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $12.0K USD. The leading Indian exporter is NUCREST PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, which accounts for 16% of total export value with 10 shipments worth $314.7K USD. On the buying side, PHARMANOVA LIMITED is the largest importer in Ghana with $282.8K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — NUCREST PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, INNOVA CAPTAB LIMITED, UMEDICA LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 40% 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 Ghana Nifedipine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 168 shipments documented worth a combined $2.0M USD. The route is dominated by NUCREST PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 16% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's nifedipine manufacturing sector.
Across 33 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $12.0K 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 nifedipine's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 27 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 13.8%, placing it at rank #4 among India's top nifedipine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian nifedipine in Ghana include PHARMANOVA LIMITED, M/S,SALOM PHARMACY LIMITED, , TOBINCO PHARMACEUTICALS LTD and 42 others. PHARMANOVA LIMITED is the single largest importer with 39 shipments valued at $282.8K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit27 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portCHAWAPAYAL ICD (INCPR6)
Market Position
- Global rank#4
- Annual growth+13.8%
- Demand growth+14.0%
- Regulatory ease86/100
Top 10 Indian Nifedipine Exporters to Ghana
Showing top 10 of 33 Indian suppliers exporting Nifedipine to Ghana, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NUCREST PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $31.5K per shipment | 10 | $314.7K | 15.6% |
| 2 | INNOVA CAPTAB LIMITED Avg $7.3K per shipment | 39 | $282.8K | 14.0% |
| 3 | UMEDICA LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $23.1K per shipment | 9 | $207.7K | 10.3% |
| 4 | CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $27.9K per shipment | 5 | $139.5K | 6.9% |
| 5 | NIMESH PHARMA Avg $6.6K per shipment | 21 | $138.4K | 6.9% |
| 6 | CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $15.1K per shipment | 9 | $135.6K | 6.7% |
| 7 | UMEDICA LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $21.9K per shipment | 4 | $87.6K | 4.4% |
| 8 | SMICK LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $9.7K per shipment | 8 | $77.3K | 3.8% |
| 9 | PRIME PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $18.3K per shipment | 4 | $73.3K | 3.6% |
| 10 | S K age Exports Avg $12.6K per shipment | 5 | $63.0K | 3.1% |
This table shows the top 10 of 33 Indian companies exporting nifedipine to Ghana, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: NUCREST PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, INNOVA CAPTAB LIMITED, UMEDICA LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED , CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED , NIMESH PHARMA, CENTURION LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, UMEDICA LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, SMICK LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, PRIME PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, S K age Exports . NUCREST PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 10 shipments worth $314.7K USD, giving it a 16% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 40% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 33 total Indian exporters on the India to Ghana Nifedipine export route.
Top 10 Nifedipine Importers in Ghana
Showing top 10 of 45 known buyers in Ghana receiving Nifedipine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian nifedipine in Ghana include PHARMANOVA LIMITED, M/S,SALOM PHARMACY LIMITED, , TOBINCO PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, TOBINCO PHARMACEUTICALS, TO THE ORDER OF, among 45 total buyers. The largest importer is PHARMANOVA LIMITED, accounting for $282.8K USD across 39 shipments — representing 14% of all nifedipine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PHARMANOVA LIMITED | 39 | $282.8K | 14.0% |
| 2 | M/S,SALOM PHARMACY LIMITED, | 6 | $126.1K | 6.3% |
| 3 | TOBINCO PHARMACEUTICALS LTD | 2 | $118.1K | 5.9% |
| 4 | TOBINCO PHARMACEUTICALS | 2 | $102.7K | 5.1% |
| 5 | TO THE ORDER OF | 11 | $96.3K | 4.8% |
| 6 | TOBINCO PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, | 3 | $81.7K | 4.1% |
| 7 | M/S SALOM PHARMACY LIMITED | 3 | $81.6K | 4.1% |
| 8 | TO THE ORDER OF | 5 | $80.5K | 4.0% |
| 9 | TO THE ORDER | 6 | $74.7K | 3.7% |
| 10 | GR INDUSTRIES LIMITED | 4 | $73.3K | 3.6% |
Showing top 10 of 45 Nifedipine importers in Ghana on this route.
Top 10 Nifedipine Formulations Imported by Ghana
Showing top 10 of 105 product formulations shipped on the India to Ghana Nifedipine route, ranked by trade value
Ghana imports a wide range of nifedipine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — NIFEDIPINE RETARD 20MG (NIFEDIPINE EXTE — accounts for $85.7K USD across 3 shipments. There are 105 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 | NIFEDIPINE RETARD 20MG (NIFEDIPINE EXTE | 3 | $85.7K | 4.3% |
| 2 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS NIFIN - 20 R TABLETS NIFEDIPINE TABLETS 20 MG ( 129900 X10 X10T)NOS | 3 | $81.7K | 4.1% |
| 3 | PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS & MEDICINES NIFEDIPINE EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS USP 30MG (NIFEMAX SR 30) | 1 | $69.0K | 3.4% |
| 4 | PHARMACEUTICAL ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM NIFIN -20 R NIFEDIPINE TABLETS 20 MG 98900 X 10 X 10T | 1 | $62.2K | 3.1% |
| 5 | PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS NIFIN 20 R NIFEDIPINE TABLETS 20 MG 88770 X 10 X 10T | 1 | $55.9K | 2.8% |
| 6 | NIFEDIPINE EXTENDED RELAESE TABLETS USP 30 MG (NIFEMAX SR 30) | 2 | $52.4K | 2.6% |
| 7 | NIFEDIPINE RETARD 20MG (NIFEDIPINEEXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS 20MG ) (BOX OF 10X10 TABLETS) | 1 | $52.3K | 2.6% |
| 8 | NIFIN-20 R TABLETS NIFEDIPINE TABLETS 20 MG 80970 X 10 X 10T | 1 | $51.3K | 2.5% |
| 9 | NIFIN-20 R TABLETS NIFEDIPINE TABLETS 20 MG | 1 | $51.3K | 2.5% |
| 10 | HARMLESS MEDICINE-NIFEDIPINE EXTENDED RE | 4 | $49.3K | 2.4% |
Showing top 10 of 105 Nifedipine formulations imported by Ghana 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
CHAWAPAYAL ICD (INCPR6) handles the highest volume with 34 shipments. Transit time averages 27 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's nifedipine exports to Ghana are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. NUCREST PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED with 10 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 33 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Ghana benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — NUCREST PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, INNOVA CAPTAB LIMITED, UMEDICA LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 40% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $12.0K 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 pharmaceutical products nifin - 20 r tablets nifedipine tablets 20 mg ( 129900 x10 x10t)nos and pharmaceutical drugs & medicines nifedipine extended release tablets usp 30mg (nifemax sr 30), suggesting that buyers in Ghana tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, PHARMANOVA LIMITED is the largest importer with 39 shipments worth $282.8K USD — representing 14% of all nifedipine imports from India on this route. A total of 45 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $2.0M
- Avg. Shipment
- $12.0K
- Suppliers
- 33
- Buyers
- 45
- Transit (Sea)
- ~27 days
- Annual Growth
- +13.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Ghana Nifedipine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Nifedipine to Ghana?
The leading Indian exporters of Nifedipine to Ghana are NUCREST PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, INNOVA CAPTAB LIMITED, UMEDICA LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED . NUCREST PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 16% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Nifedipine exports from India to Ghana?
India exports Nifedipine to Ghana worth approximately $2.0M USD across 168 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $12.0K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Nifedipine to Ghana?
The most active port of origin is CHAWAPAYAL ICD (INCPR6) with 34 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 82% of shipments going by sea and 27% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Ghana for Nifedipine?
The average transit time for Nifedipine shipments from India to Ghana is approximately 27 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 Ghana Nifedipine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 13.8% with demand growth tracking at 14.0%. The route is ranked #4 among India's top Nifedipine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Ghana Nifedipine route?
There are currently 33 active Indian suppliers exporting Nifedipine to Ghana. The market is moderately concentrated with NUCREST PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED accounting for 16% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Nifedipine from India in Ghana?
The leading importers of Indian Nifedipine in Ghana include PHARMANOVA LIMITED, M/S,SALOM PHARMACY LIMITED, , TOBINCO PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, TOBINCO PHARMACEUTICALS, TO THE ORDER OF. PHARMANOVA LIMITED is the largest buyer with 39 shipments worth $282.8K 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 Ghana export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Nifedipine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 33 Indian exporters and 45 importers in Ghana matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 168 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
168 Verified Shipments
33 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists