India to United Kingdom: Nitrofurantoin Export Trade Route
India has recorded 63 verified shipments of Nitrofurantoin exported to United Kingdom, representing a combined trade value of $1.1M USD. This corridor is served by 9 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $16.8K USD. The leading Indian exporter is EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, which accounts for 62% of total export value with 33 shipments worth $656.3K USD. On the buying side, TILLOMED LABORATORIES LTD is the largest importer in United Kingdom with $546.6K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED — together control 81% 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 United Kingdom Nitrofurantoin corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 63 shipments documented worth a combined $1.1M USD. The route is dominated by EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 62% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's nitrofurantoin manufacturing sector.
Across 9 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $16.8K 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 January–March, with an average transit time of 15 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 16.0%, placing it at rank #5 among India's top nitrofurantoin export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian nitrofurantoin in United Kingdom include TILLOMED LABORATORIES LTD, MEDREICH PLC, ALLOGA UK and 12 others. TILLOMED LABORATORIES LTD is the single largest importer with 20 shipments valued at $546.6K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit15 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeMulti-modal
- Top portJNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA
Market Position
- Global rank#5
- Annual growth+16.0%
- Demand growth+15.7%
- Regulatory ease67/100
Top 10 Indian Nitrofurantoin Exporters to United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 9 Indian suppliers exporting Nitrofurantoin to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $19.9K per shipment | 33 | $656.3K | 62.0% |
| 2 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD Avg $16.9K per shipment | 6 | $101.4K | 9.6% |
| 3 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED Avg $16.7K per shipment | 6 | $100.2K | 9.5% |
| 4 | MEDREICH LIMITED Avg $19.9K per shipment | 5 | $99.3K | 9.4% |
| 5 | ABHILASH LIFE SCIENCES LLP Avg $8.4K per shipment | 6 | $50.1K | 4.7% |
| 6 | LYRUS LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $7.1K per shipment | 4 | $28.5K | 2.7% |
| 7 | UNISON PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $22.1K per shipment | 1 | $22.1K | 2.1% |
| 8 | KALINDI OVERSEAS Avg $24 per shipment | 1 | $24 | 0.0% |
| 9 | NARAYANA HRUDAYALAYA LIMITED Avg $12 per shipment | 1 | $12 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 9 Indian companies exporting nitrofurantoin to United Kingdom, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED, ABHILASH LIFE SCIENCES LLP, LYRUS LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED, UNISON PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, KALINDI OVERSEAS, NARAYANA HRUDAYALAYA LIMITED. EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 33 shipments worth $656.3K USD, giving it a 62% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 81% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Nitrofurantoin Importers in United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 15 known buyers in United Kingdom receiving Nitrofurantoin shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian nitrofurantoin in United Kingdom include TILLOMED LABORATORIES LTD, MEDREICH PLC, ALLOGA UK, TILLOMED LABORATORIES LTD., NA, among 15 total buyers. The largest importer is TILLOMED LABORATORIES LTD, accounting for $546.6K USD across 20 shipments — representing 52% of all nitrofurantoin imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TILLOMED LABORATORIES LTD | 20 | $546.6K | 51.7% |
| 2 | MEDREICH PLC | 5 | $99.3K | 9.4% |
| 3 | ALLOGA UK | 5 | $95.2K | 9.0% |
| 4 | TILLOMED LABORATORIES LTD. | 12 | $80.3K | 7.6% |
| 5 | NA | 6 | $50.1K | 4.7% |
| 6 | MILPHARM LIMITED ALLOGA UKAMBER PARK | 2 | $47.3K | 4.5% |
| 7 | MILPHARM LIMITED | 2 | $32.8K | 3.1% |
| 8 | TILLOMED LABORATORIES LIMITED | 1 | $29.3K | 2.8% |
| 9 | MANX HEALTHCARE LIMITED | 1 | $22.1K | 2.1% |
| 10 | WAVE PHARMA LTD | 2 | $21.3K | 2.0% |
Showing top 10 of 15 Nitrofurantoin importers in United Kingdom on this route.
Top 10 Nitrofurantoin Formulations Imported by United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 50 product formulations shipped on the India to United Kingdom Nitrofurantoin route, ranked by trade value
United Kingdom imports a wide range of nitrofurantoin formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — NITRO 50MG CAPSULE 3X10 CAP EACH CAPSULE CONTAINS NITROFURANTOIN MACROCRYSTALS 50MG BATCH NO H230174 — accounts for $40.9K USD across 1 shipments. There are 50 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 | NITRO 50MG CAPSULE 3X10 CAP EACH CAPSULE CONTAINS NITROFURANTOIN MACROCRYSTALS 50MG BATCH NO H230174 | 1 | $40.9K | 3.9% |
| 2 | NITRO 50MG CAPSULE 3X10 CAP EACH CAPSULE CONTAINS NITROFURANTOIN MACROCRYSTALS 50MG BATCH NO H230175 | 1 | $40.8K | 3.9% |
| 3 | NITROFURANTOIN CAPS 100MG-30SQTY: 13835PAKTHE EXPORT ITEM MANUFACTURING D. WITH THE MATERIAL BELONGS TO B.E.NO:5758172DT:08/10/21 | 1 | $39.4K | 3.7% |
| 4 | NITROFURANTION CAPSULES 50MG (Nitrofurantoin 50 mg hard capsules) 30'S | 2 | $36.8K | 3.5% |
| 5 | NITROFURANTOIN 100MG CAPSULES 3X10S 17418 PACKS | 1 | $33.5K | 3.2% |
| 6 | NITROFURANTOIN 100 MG CAPS 3X10C IL-BATCH NO: H250607,MFG:Mar-2025,EXP:Feb-2028 | 1 | $30.2K | 2.9% |
| 7 | NITROFURANTOIN 100 MG CAPS 3X10C IL-BATCH NO:H250606,MFG:Mar-2025,EXP:Feb-2028 | 1 | $29.4K | 2.8% |
| 8 | NITROFURANTOIN 100 MG CAPS 3X10C IL UHL BATCH NO H250816 MFG Apr 2025 EXP Mar 2028 | 1 | $29.4K | 2.8% |
| 9 | NITROFURANTOIN 50MG CAPSULES 3X10S 25888 PACKS | 1 | $29.3K | 2.8% |
| 10 | MEDICINES NITROFURANTOIN 100 MG CAPS 3X10C IL UHL | 1 | $29.3K | 2.8% |
Showing top 10 of 50 Nitrofurantoin formulations imported by United Kingdom 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
JNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA handles the highest volume with 12 shipments. Transit time averages 15 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's nitrofurantoin exports to United Kingdom are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED with 33 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 9 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in United Kingdom benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED — together account for 81% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $16.8K 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 nitro 50mg capsule 3x10 cap each capsule contains nitrofurantoin macrocrystals 50mg batch no h230175 and nitrofurantoin caps 100mg-30sqty: 13835pakthe export item manufacturing d. with the material belongs to b.e.no:5758172dt:08/10/21, suggesting that buyers in United Kingdom tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, TILLOMED LABORATORIES LTD is the largest importer with 20 shipments worth $546.6K USD — representing 52% of all nitrofurantoin imports from India on this route. A total of 15 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $1.1M
- Avg. Shipment
- $16.8K
- Suppliers
- 9
- Buyers
- 15
- Transit (Sea)
- ~15 days
- Annual Growth
- +16.0%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United Kingdom Nitrofurantoin Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Nitrofurantoin to United Kingdom?
The leading Indian exporters of Nitrofurantoin to United Kingdom are EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED. EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 62% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Nitrofurantoin exports from India to United Kingdom?
India exports Nitrofurantoin to United Kingdom worth approximately $1.1M USD across 63 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $16.8K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Nitrofurantoin to United Kingdom?
The most active port of origin is JNPT/ NHAVA SHEVA SEA with 12 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 United Kingdom for Nitrofurantoin?
The average transit time for Nitrofurantoin shipments from India to United Kingdom is approximately 15 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 United Kingdom Nitrofurantoin trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 16.0% with demand growth tracking at 15.7%. The route is ranked #5 among India's top Nitrofurantoin export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United Kingdom Nitrofurantoin route?
There are currently 9 active Indian suppliers exporting Nitrofurantoin to United Kingdom. The market is moderately concentrated with EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED accounting for 62% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Nitrofurantoin from India in United Kingdom?
The leading importers of Indian Nitrofurantoin in United Kingdom include TILLOMED LABORATORIES LTD, MEDREICH PLC, ALLOGA UK, TILLOMED LABORATORIES LTD., NA. TILLOMED LABORATORIES LTD is the largest buyer with 20 shipments worth $546.6K 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 United Kingdom export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Nitrofurantoin.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 9 Indian exporters and 15 importers in United Kingdom matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 63 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
63 Verified Shipments
9 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists