India to Portugal: Nifedipine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 45 verified shipments of Nifedipine exported to Portugal, representing a combined trade value of $1.4M USD. This corridor is served by 4 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $30.5K USD. The leading Indian exporter is CIPLA LIMITED, which accounts for 91% of total export value with 38 shipments worth $1.2M USD. On the buying side, GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA is the largest importer in Portugal with $670.2K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — CIPLA LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED, MEDREICH 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 Portugal Nifedipine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 45 shipments documented worth a combined $1.4M USD. The route is dominated by CIPLA LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 91% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's nifedipine manufacturing sector.
Across 4 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $30.5K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 73% of all shipments, consistent with nifedipine's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 34 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 26.4%, placing it at rank #16 among India's top nifedipine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian nifedipine in Portugal include GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA, GENERIS FARMACEUTICA SA, GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA, and 7 others. GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA is the single largest importer with 15 shipments valued at $670.2K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit34 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portSAHAR AIR
Market Position
- Global rank#16
- Annual growth+26.4%
- Demand growth+24.0%
- Regulatory ease75/100
Top 10 Indian Nifedipine Exporters to Portugal
Showing top 10 of 4 Indian suppliers exporting Nifedipine to Portugal, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $32.7K per shipment | 38 | $1.2M | 90.5% |
| 2 | MEDREICH LIMITED Avg $42.4K per shipment | 2 | $84.8K | 6.2% |
| 3 | MEDREICH LIMITED Avg $13.3K per shipment | 3 | $39.9K | 2.9% |
| 4 | CARIESCO EXPORTS Avg $2.7K per shipment | 2 | $5.4K | 0.4% |
This table shows the top 10 of 4 Indian companies exporting nifedipine to Portugal, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: CIPLA LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED , CARIESCO EXPORTS. CIPLA LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 38 shipments worth $1.2M USD, giving it a 91% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 100% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Nifedipine Importers in Portugal
Showing top 10 of 10 known buyers in Portugal receiving Nifedipine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian nifedipine in Portugal include GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA, GENERIS FARMACEUTICA SA, GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA,, GENERIS FARMACEUTICA SA RUA JOAO DE, FHC-FARMACEUTICA.LDA, among 10 total buyers. The largest importer is GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA, accounting for $670.2K USD across 15 shipments — representing 49% of all nifedipine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA | 15 | $670.2K | 48.8% |
| 2 | GENERIS FARMACEUTICA SA | 6 | $267.7K | 19.5% |
| 3 | GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA, | 15 | $220.0K | 16.0% |
| 4 | GENERIS FARMACEUTICA SA RUA JOAO DE | 2 | $85.3K | 6.2% |
| 5 | FHC-FARMACEUTICA.LDA | 1 | $42.5K | 3.1% |
| 6 | FHC FARMACEUTICA LDA | 1 | $42.3K | 3.1% |
| 7 | FHC FARMACEUTICA LDA | 2 | $39.2K | 2.9% |
| 8 | TO THE ORDER OF | 1 | $5.4K | 0.4% |
| 9 | FHC - FARMACEUTICA, LDA | 1 | $662 | 0.0% |
| 10 | FHC FARMACEUTICA | 1 | $0 | 0.0% |
Top 10 Nifedipine Formulations Imported by Portugal
Showing top 10 of 31 product formulations shipped on the India to Portugal Nifedipine route, ranked by trade value
Portugal imports a wide range of nifedipine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — NIFEDIPINA GENERIS 30MG TABLETS (NIFEDIPINE 30MG)(PS:2X14X32484 PACK=909552 NOS) — accounts for $91.2K USD across 1 shipments. There are 31 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 | NIFEDIPINA GENERIS 30MG TABLETS (NIFEDIPINE 30MG)(PS:2X14X32484 PACK=909552 NOS) | 1 | $91.2K | 6.6% |
| 2 | NIFEDIPINA GENERIS 30MG TABLETS NIFEDIPINE 30MG [PAC SIZE:2X14X15924 PAC=445872 NOS] | 2 | $91.1K | 6.6% |
| 3 | NIFEDIPINA GENERIS 30MG TABLETS NIFEDIPINE 30MG [PAC SIZE:2X14X15672 PAC=438816 NOS] | 2 | $89.7K | 6.5% |
| 4 | NIFEDIPINA GENERIS 30MG TABLETS NIFEDIPINE 30MG 2 X 14S15876 PAC X 2 X 14S=444528 NOS | 2 | $85.3K | 6.2% |
| 5 | NIFEDIPINA GENERIS 60MG TABLETS (NIFEDIPINE 60MG)(2X14X16140 PACK=451920 NOS) | 1 | $78.1K | 5.7% |
| 6 | NIFEDIPINA GENERIS 60MG TABLETS (NIFEDIPINE 60MG)(PS :2X14X16110 PACK=451080 NOS) | 1 | $78.0K | 5.7% |
| 7 | NIFEDIPINA GENERIS 30MG TABLETS (NIFEDIPINE 30MG) (15924 PACKS X 2X14S=445872 NOS)NOS | 3 | $44.3K | 3.2% |
| 8 | NIFEDIPINA GENERIS 30MG TABLETS (NIFEDIPINE 30MG) (15912 PACKS X 2X14S=445536 NOS)NOS | 3 | $44.2K | 3.2% |
| 9 | NIFEDIPINA GENERIS 30MG TABLETS (NIFEDIPINE 30MG) (15900 PACKS X 2X14S=445200 NOS)NOS | 3 | $44.2K | 3.2% |
| 10 | NIFEDIPINA GENERIS 30MG TABLETS (NIFEDIPINE 30MG) (15804 PACKS X 2X14S=442512 NOS)NOS | 3 | $43.9K | 3.2% |
Showing top 10 of 31 Nifedipine formulations imported by Portugal on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 73%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
SAHAR AIR handles the highest volume with 31 shipments. Transit time averages 34 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's nifedipine exports to Portugal are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. CIPLA LIMITED with 38 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 Portugal benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — CIPLA LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $30.5K 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 nifedipina generis 30mg tablets nifedipine 30mg [pac size:2x14x15924 pac=445872 nos] and nifedipina generis 30mg tablets nifedipine 30mg [pac size:2x14x15672 pac=438816 nos], suggesting that buyers in Portugal tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA is the largest importer with 15 shipments worth $670.2K USD — representing 49% of all nifedipine imports from India on this route. A total of 10 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $1.4M
- Avg. Shipment
- $30.5K
- Suppliers
- 4
- Buyers
- 10
- Transit (Sea)
- ~34 days
- Annual Growth
- +26.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Portugal Nifedipine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Nifedipine to Portugal?
The leading Indian exporters of Nifedipine to Portugal are CIPLA LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED . CIPLA LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 91% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Nifedipine exports from India to Portugal?
India exports Nifedipine to Portugal worth approximately $1.4M USD across 45 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $30.5K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Nifedipine to Portugal?
The most active port of origin is SAHAR AIR with 31 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 73% of shipments going by sea and 21% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Portugal for Nifedipine?
The average transit time for Nifedipine shipments from India to Portugal is approximately 34 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 Portugal Nifedipine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 26.4% with demand growth tracking at 24.0%. The route is ranked #16 among India's top Nifedipine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Portugal Nifedipine route?
There are currently 4 active Indian suppliers exporting Nifedipine to Portugal. The market is moderately concentrated with CIPLA LIMITED accounting for 91% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Nifedipine from India in Portugal?
The leading importers of Indian Nifedipine in Portugal include GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA, GENERIS FARMACEUTICA SA, GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA,, GENERIS FARMACEUTICA SA RUA JOAO DE, FHC-FARMACEUTICA.LDA. GENERIS FARMACEUTICA, SA is the largest buyer with 15 shipments worth $670.2K 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 Portugal export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Nifedipine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 4 Indian exporters and 10 importers in Portugal matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 45 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
45 Verified Shipments
4 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists