India to United States: Potassium Export Trade Route
India has recorded 3,679 verified shipments of Potassium exported to United States, representing a combined trade value of $364.7M USD. This corridor is served by 49 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $99.1K USD. The leading Indian exporter is ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, which accounts for 18% of total export value with 411 shipments worth $64.9M USD. On the buying side, EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES is the largest importer in United States with $67.3M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 49% 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 States Potassium corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 3,679 shipments documented worth a combined $364.7M USD. The route is dominated by ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 18% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's potassium manufacturing sector.
Across 49 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $99.1K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Freight is split between sea (68%) and air (17%), suggesting a mix of scheduled bulk orders and time-sensitive consignments.
Shipment activity peaks during October–December, with an average transit time of 21 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 29.6%, placing it at rank #18 among India's top potassium export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian potassium in United States include EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES, RELIABLE HEALTHCARE LOGISTICS LLC, MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC, and 177 others. EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES is the single largest importer with 437 shipments valued at $67.3M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit21 days
- Peak seasonQ4
- Primary modeMulti-modal
- Top portHYDERABAD ICD
Market Position
- Global rank#18
- Annual growth+29.6%
- Demand growth+24.8%
- Regulatory ease69/100
Top 10 Indian Potassium Exporters to United States
Showing top 10 of 49 Indian suppliers exporting Potassium to United States, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED Avg $157.9K per shipment | 411 | $64.9M | 17.8% |
| 2 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD Avg $80.6K per shipment | 710 | $57.2M | 15.7% |
| 3 | RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $236.5K per shipment | 233 | $55.1M | 15.1% |
| 4 | MYLAN LABORATORIES LIMITED Avg $394.1K per shipment | 104 | $41.0M | 11.2% |
| 5 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED Avg $78.0K per shipment | 388 | $30.3M | 8.3% |
| 6 | GRANULES INDIA LIMITED Avg $71.8K per shipment | 392 | $28.1M | 7.7% |
| 7 | MICRO LABS LIMITED Avg $194.3K per shipment | 66 | $12.8M | 3.5% |
| 8 | AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $55.2K per shipment | 198 | $10.9M | 3.0% |
| 9 | APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED Avg $126.3K per shipment | 81 | $10.2M | 2.8% |
| 10 | STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED Avg $63.7K per shipment | 155 | $9.9M | 2.7% |
This table shows the top 10 of 49 Indian companies exporting potassium to United States, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED, MYLAN LABORATORIES LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED, GRANULES INDIA LIMITED, MICRO LABS LIMITED, AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, APL HEALTHCARE LIMITED, STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED. ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 411 shipments worth $64.9M USD, giving it a 18% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 49% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 49 total Indian exporters on the India to United States Potassium export route.
Top 10 Potassium Importers in United States
Showing top 10 of 180 known buyers in United States receiving Potassium shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian potassium in United States include EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES, RELIABLE HEALTHCARE LOGISTICS LLC, MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC,, AUROBINDO PHARMA USA INC, AUROLOGISTICS LLC, (AUROBINDO PHARM, among 180 total buyers. The largest importer is EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES, accounting for $67.3M USD across 437 shipments — representing 18% of all potassium imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES | 437 | $67.3M | 18.5% |
| 2 | RELIABLE HEALTHCARE LOGISTICS LLC | 26 | $38.9M | 10.7% |
| 3 | MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC, | 39 | $38.7M | 10.6% |
| 4 | AUROBINDO PHARMA USA INC | 179 | $15.6M | 4.3% |
| 5 | AUROLOGISTICS LLC, (AUROBINDO PHARM | 127 | $15.5M | 4.3% |
| 6 | GRANULES PHARMACEUTICALS INC | 134 | $11.7M | 3.2% |
| 7 | GRANULES PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. | 170 | $11.0M | 3.0% |
| 8 | EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCES SERVICES LLC | 178 | $10.5M | 2.9% |
| 9 | AUROBINDO PHARMA USA INC., | 117 | $10.1M | 2.8% |
| 10 | AUROLOGISTICS LLC AUROBINDO PHARM | 93 | $9.9M | 2.7% |
Showing top 10 of 180 Potassium importers in United States on this route.
Top 10 Potassium Formulations Imported by United States
Showing top 10 of 2,033 product formulations shipped on the India to United States Potassium route, ranked by trade value
United States imports a wide range of potassium formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — PHARMA : LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50MG TABLETS(LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50MG) - 2136 BTLS X1000 TABS — accounts for $44.4M USD across 1 shipments. There are 2,033 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 | PHARMA : LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50MG TABLETS(LOSARTAN POTASSIUM 50MG) - 2136 BTLS X1000 TABS | 1 | $44.4M | 12.2% |
| 2 | POTASSIUM CHLORIDE EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLETS, USP 10 MEQ (750MG) 500BT, PACKS : 500'S BOTTLE, 7,039.000 PACKS | 1 | $37.3M | 10.2% |
| 3 | POTASSIUM CHLORIDE ER TABLETS USP 20MEQ[100'S TABS PER BOTTLE] (BATCH NO. 30282HF1) | 1 | $12.5M | 3.4% |
| 4 | POTASSIUM CHLORIDE ER TABLETS USP 20MEQ[100'S TABS PER BOTTLE] (BATCH NO. 30281HF1) | 1 | $12.3M | 3.4% |
| 5 | POTASSIUM CHLORIDE ER TABLETS USP 20MEQ[100'S TABS PER BOTTLE] (BATCH NO. 30285HF1) | 1 | $12.3M | 3.4% |
| 6 | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM TABLETS 100MG | 23 | $3.5M | 1.0% |
| 7 | AMOXICILLIN & CLAVULANATE POTASSIUM TABLETS 1000 MG 20'S(AMOXICILLIN AND CLAVULANATE POTASSIUMTABLETS USP 875 MG/ 125MG | 14 | $2.6M | 0.7% |
| 8 | LOSARTAN POTASSIUM TABLETS 50MG | 9 | $2.5M | 0.7% |
| 9 | POTASSIUM CHLORIDE EXTENDED RELEASE | 41 | $2.4M | 0.7% |
| 10 | AMOXICILLIN & CLAVULANATE POTASSIUM TABL | 8 | $2.2M | 0.6% |
Showing top 10 of 2,033 Potassium formulations imported by United States on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Balanced freight mix — 68% sea for bulk, 17% air for urgent orders.
Top Ports of Origin
HYDERABAD ICD handles the highest volume with 627 shipments. Transit time averages 21 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's potassium exports to United States are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED with 411 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 49 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in United States benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 49% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $99.1K USD reflects primarily bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical distributors.
Beyond the primary product category, shipments on this route include closely related formulations such as potassium chloride extended-release tablets, usp 10 meq (750mg) 500bt, packs : 500's bottle, 7,039.000 packs and potassium chloride er tablets usp 20meq[100's tabs per bottle] (batch no. 30282hf1), suggesting that buyers in United States tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES is the largest importer with 437 shipments worth $67.3M USD — representing 18% of all potassium imports from India on this route. A total of 180 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $364.7M
- Avg. Shipment
- $99.1K
- Suppliers
- 49
- Buyers
- 180
- Transit (Sea)
- ~21 days
- Annual Growth
- +29.6%
Reverse Direction
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United States Potassium Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Potassium to United States?
The leading Indian exporters of Potassium to United States are ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED. ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 18% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Potassium exports from India to United States?
India exports Potassium to United States worth approximately $364.7M USD across 3,679 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $99.1K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Potassium to United States?
The most active port of origin is HYDERABAD ICD with 627 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use a mix of sea and air freight for this route, with 68% of shipments going by sea and 17% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to United States for Potassium?
The average transit time for Potassium shipments from India to United States is approximately 21 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 United States Potassium trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 29.6% with demand growth tracking at 24.8%. The route is ranked #18 among India's top Potassium export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United States Potassium route?
There are currently 49 active Indian suppliers exporting Potassium to United States. The market is moderately concentrated with ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED accounting for 18% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Potassium from India in United States?
The leading importers of Indian Potassium in United States include EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES, RELIABLE HEALTHCARE LOGISTICS LLC, MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC,, AUROBINDO PHARMA USA INC, AUROLOGISTICS LLC, (AUROBINDO PHARM. EVERSANA LIFE SCIENCE SERVICES is the largest buyer with 437 shipments worth $67.3M 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 States export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Potassium.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 49 Indian exporters and 180 importers in United States matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 3,679 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
3,679 Verified Shipments
49 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists