India to Somalia: Primaquine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 59 verified shipments of Primaquine exported to Somalia, representing a combined trade value of $122.8K USD. This corridor is served by 7 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $2.1K USD. The leading Indian exporter is AZKA MEDTRADE AND SERVICES, which accounts for 69% of total export value with 30 shipments worth $85.1K USD. On the buying side, TO THE ORDER is the largest importer in Somalia with $89.0K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — AZKA MEDTRADE AND SERVICES, S HIMATLAL HEALTHCARE LLP, SANJEEVANI BIO-TECH EXIM PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 93% 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 Somalia Primaquine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 59 shipments documented worth a combined $122.8K USD. The route is dominated by AZKA MEDTRADE AND SERVICES, which alone accounts for roughly 69% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's primaquine manufacturing sector.
Across 7 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $2.1K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 74% of all shipments, consistent with primaquine's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 16 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 12.8%, placing it at rank #11 among India's top primaquine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian primaquine in Somalia include TO THE ORDER, THE MANAGER, DALAL PHARMA CO and 2 others. TO THE ORDER is the single largest importer with 31 shipments valued at $89.0K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit16 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#11
- Annual growth+12.8%
- Demand growth+13.1%
- Regulatory ease76/100
Top 10 Indian Primaquine Exporters to Somalia
Showing top 10 of 7 Indian suppliers exporting Primaquine to Somalia, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AZKA MEDTRADE AND SERVICES Avg $2.8K per shipment | 30 | $85.1K | 69.3% |
| 2 | S HIMATLAL HEALTHCARE LLP Avg $2.5K per shipment | 10 | $25.3K | 20.6% |
| 3 | SANJEEVANI BIO-TECH EXIM PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $3.9K per shipment | 1 | $3.9K | 3.2% |
| 4 | SANJEEVANI BIO-TECH EXIM P LTD Avg $3.7K per shipment | 1 | $3.7K | 3.0% |
| 5 | DOSHI MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $265 per shipment | 8 | $2.1K | 1.7% |
| 6 | M T MADON EXPORTS Avg $1.6K per shipment | 1 | $1.6K | 1.3% |
| 7 | DOSHI MEDICARE PRIVATE LTD Avg $130 per shipment | 8 | $1.0K | 0.8% |
This table shows the top 10 of 7 Indian companies exporting primaquine to Somalia, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: AZKA MEDTRADE AND SERVICES, S HIMATLAL HEALTHCARE LLP, SANJEEVANI BIO-TECH EXIM PRIVATE LIMITED, SANJEEVANI BIO-TECH EXIM P LTD, DOSHI MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED, M T MADON EXPORTS, DOSHI MEDICARE PRIVATE LTD. AZKA MEDTRADE AND SERVICES is the dominant supplier with 30 shipments worth $85.1K USD, giving it a 69% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 93% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Primaquine Importers in Somalia
Showing top 10 of 5 known buyers in Somalia receiving Primaquine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian primaquine in Somalia include TO THE ORDER, THE MANAGER, DALAL PHARMA CO, MOHAMED AHEMED MOHAMUD, TO THE ORDER OF. The largest importer is TO THE ORDER, accounting for $89.0K USD across 31 shipments — representing 72% of all primaquine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TO THE ORDER | 31 | $89.0K | 72.5% |
| 2 | THE MANAGER | 24 | $28.2K | 22.9% |
| 3 | DALAL PHARMA CO | 1 | $3.7K | 3.0% |
| 4 | MOHAMED AHEMED MOHAMUD | 1 | $1.6K | 1.3% |
| 5 | TO THE ORDER OF | 2 | $329 | 0.3% |
Top 10 Primaquine Formulations Imported by Somalia
Showing top 10 of 12 product formulations shipped on the India to Somalia Primaquine route, ranked by trade value
Somalia imports a wide range of primaquine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — INDIAN ORIGIN HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT : PRIMAQUINE PHOSPHATE TABLETS IP15 MG [10 X 10] — accounts for $58.9K USD across 25 shipments. There are 12 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 | INDIAN ORIGIN HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT : PRIMAQUINE PHOSPHATE TABLETS IP15 MG [10 X 10] | 25 | $58.9K | 48.0% |
| 2 | INDIAN ORIGIN HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT : PRIMAQUINE PHOSPHATE TABLETS IP7.5 MG [6 X 5 X 10] | 5 | $26.2K | 21.3% |
| 3 | MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM ARE AS FOLLOWS:PRIMAQUINE 15MG TAB[PRIMAQUINE PHOSPHATE TA | 3 | $11.5K | 9.4% |
| 4 | MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM ARE AS FOLLOWS:Primaquine phosphate 15mg tab[Primaquine ph | 2 | $10.6K | 8.6% |
| 5 | PRIMA-15 TABLETS (PRIMAQUINE PHOSPHATE TABLETS USP 15MG) AS PER INVOICE | 1 | $3.9K | 3.2% |
| 6 | PRIMA TABLETS PRIMAQUINE PHOSPHATE TABLETS USD 5MG | 1 | $3.7K | 3.0% |
| 7 | MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM ARE AS FOLLOWS:Primaquine phosphate 7.5mg tab[Primaquine p | 2 | $2.9K | 2.3% |
| 8 | MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCTSPRIMAQUINE 15MG TAB. PRIMAQUINE PACK10 X 10S | 8 | $2.1K | 1.7% |
| 9 | PRIMAQUINE 15MG TABLET 1000 NOS X 10 X10 10000 TAB EACH TAB CONT PRIMAQUINE 15MG | 1 | $1.6K | 1.3% |
| 10 | MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCTSPRIMAQUINE 15MG TAB. PRIMAQUINE ,PACK10 X 10S | 8 | $1.0K | 0.8% |
Showing top 10 of 12 Primaquine formulations imported by Somalia on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 74%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 30 shipments. Transit time averages 16 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's primaquine exports to Somalia are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. AZKA MEDTRADE AND SERVICES with 30 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 7 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Somalia benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — AZKA MEDTRADE AND SERVICES, S HIMATLAL HEALTHCARE LLP, SANJEEVANI BIO-TECH EXIM PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 93% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $2.1K 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 indian origin harmless pharmaceutical product : primaquine phosphate tablets ip7.5 mg [6 x 5 x 10] and medicines for consumption and the description of the article / ods / product / item are as follows:primaquine 15mg tab[primaquine phosphate ta, suggesting that buyers in Somalia tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, TO THE ORDER is the largest importer with 31 shipments worth $89.0K USD — representing 72% of all primaquine imports from India on this route.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $122.8K
- Avg. Shipment
- $2.1K
- Suppliers
- 7
- Buyers
- 5
- Transit (Sea)
- ~16 days
- Annual Growth
- +12.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Somalia Primaquine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Primaquine to Somalia?
The leading Indian exporters of Primaquine to Somalia are AZKA MEDTRADE AND SERVICES, S HIMATLAL HEALTHCARE LLP, SANJEEVANI BIO-TECH EXIM PRIVATE LIMITED. AZKA MEDTRADE AND SERVICES holds the largest market share at approximately 69% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Primaquine exports from India to Somalia?
India exports Primaquine to Somalia worth approximately $122.8K USD across 59 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $2.1K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Primaquine to Somalia?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 30 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 74% of shipments going by sea and 22% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Somalia for Primaquine?
The average transit time for Primaquine shipments from India to Somalia is approximately 16 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 Somalia Primaquine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 12.8% with demand growth tracking at 13.1%. The route is ranked #11 among India's top Primaquine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Somalia Primaquine route?
There are currently 7 active Indian suppliers exporting Primaquine to Somalia. The market is moderately concentrated with AZKA MEDTRADE AND SERVICES accounting for 69% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Primaquine from India in Somalia?
The leading importers of Indian Primaquine in Somalia include TO THE ORDER, THE MANAGER, DALAL PHARMA CO, MOHAMED AHEMED MOHAMUD, TO THE ORDER OF. TO THE ORDER is the largest buyer with 31 shipments worth $89.0K 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 Somalia export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Primaquine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 7 Indian exporters and 5 importers in Somalia matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 59 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
59 Verified Shipments
7 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists