India to United States: Probiotics Export Trade Route
India has recorded 58 verified shipments of Probiotics exported to United States, representing a combined trade value of $1.7M USD. This corridor is served by 4 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $28.9K USD. The leading Indian exporter is UNIQUE BIOTECH LIMITED, which accounts for 53% of total export value with 40 shipments worth $890.2K USD. On the buying side, M S MERICAL-UTAH is the largest importer in United States with $572.1K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — UNIQUE BIOTECH LIMITED, UNIQUE BIO TECH LIMITED, BIOVITALIA LIFESCIENCES PRIVATE 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 United States Probiotics corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 58 shipments documented worth a combined $1.7M USD. The route is dominated by UNIQUE BIOTECH LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 53% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's probiotics manufacturing sector.
Across 4 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $28.9K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 79% of all shipments, consistent with probiotics's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 32 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 10.2%, placing it at rank #7 among India's top probiotics export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian probiotics in United States include M S MERICAL-UTAH, M/S.MERICAL-UTAH, M S NUTRIENT INNOVATIONS and 24 others. M S MERICAL-UTAH is the single largest importer with 3 shipments valued at $572.1K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit32 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portHYDERABAD AIR
Market Position
- Global rank#7
- Annual growth+10.2%
- Demand growth+11.1%
- Regulatory ease83/100
Top 10 Indian Probiotics Exporters to United States
Showing top 10 of 4 Indian suppliers exporting Probiotics to United States, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UNIQUE BIOTECH LIMITED Avg $22.3K per shipment | 40 | $890.2K | 53.2% |
| 2 | UNIQUE BIO TECH LIMITED Avg $52.3K per shipment | 15 | $783.8K | 46.8% |
| 3 | BIOVITALIA LIFESCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $200 per shipment | 2 | $400 | 0.0% |
| 4 | VIDYA HERBS PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $75 per shipment | 1 | $75 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 4 Indian companies exporting probiotics to United States, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: UNIQUE BIOTECH LIMITED, UNIQUE BIO TECH LIMITED, BIOVITALIA LIFESCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED, VIDYA HERBS PRIVATE LIMITED. UNIQUE BIOTECH LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 40 shipments worth $890.2K USD, giving it a 53% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 100% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Probiotics Importers in United States
Showing top 10 of 27 known buyers in United States receiving Probiotics shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian probiotics in United States include M S MERICAL-UTAH, M/S.MERICAL-UTAH, M S NUTRIENT INNOVATIONS, M/S. USPL NUTRITIONALS LLC, M S SMART WAREHOUSING, among 27 total buyers. The largest importer is M S MERICAL-UTAH, accounting for $572.1K USD across 3 shipments — representing 34% of all probiotics imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M S MERICAL-UTAH | 3 | $572.1K | 34.2% |
| 2 | M/S.MERICAL-UTAH | 5 | $292.7K | 17.5% |
| 3 | M S NUTRIENT INNOVATIONS | 5 | $163.3K | 9.8% |
| 4 | M/S. USPL NUTRITIONALS LLC | 5 | $154.5K | 9.2% |
| 5 | M S SMART WAREHOUSING | 1 | $89.9K | 5.4% |
| 6 | M S MERICAL UTAH | 2 | $86.2K | 5.1% |
| 7 | M S ROBINSON PHARMA INC | 2 | $47.8K | 2.9% |
| 8 | M/S.ROBINSON PHARMA, INC. | 3 | $43.5K | 2.6% |
| 9 | M/S.NUTRIENT INNOVATIONS. | 2 | $42.8K | 2.6% |
| 10 | MANZANA PRODUCTS | 1 | $35.1K | 2.1% |
Showing top 10 of 27 Probiotics importers in United States on this route.
Top 10 Probiotics Formulations Imported by United States
Showing top 10 of 45 product formulations shipped on the India to United States Probiotics route, ranked by trade value
United States imports a wide range of probiotics formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — PROBIOTICS-BACILLUS COAGULANSUNIQUE-IS2200 BILLION CFU/GM — accounts for $572.1K USD across 3 shipments. There are 45 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 | PROBIOTICS-BACILLUS COAGULANSUNIQUE-IS2200 BILLION CFU/GM | 3 | $572.1K | 34.2% |
| 2 | PROBIOTICS-BACILLUS COAGULANS UNIQUE-IS2200 BILLION CFU/GM | 3 | $188.3K | 11.2% |
| 3 | PROBIOTICS-BACILLUS COAGULANS UNIQUE-IS2 15 BILLION CFU/GM | 4 | $136.1K | 8.1% |
| 4 | PROBIOTICS BACILLUS COAGULANS UNIQUE IS2 100 BILLION CFU GM | 1 | $89.9K | 5.4% |
| 5 | PROBIOTICS-BACILLUS COAGULANS UNIQUE-IS215 BILLION CFU/GM | 3 | $89.7K | 5.4% |
| 6 | PROBIOTICS-BACILLUS COAGULANS (UNIQUE-IS2) 15 BILLION CFU/GM | 3 | $75.2K | 4.5% |
| 7 | PROBIOTICS-BACILLUS COAGULANS(UNIQUE-IS2 | 1 | $69.7K | 4.2% |
| 8 | PROBIOTICS BACILLUS COAGULANS UNIQUE IS2 200 BILLION CFU GM | 1 | $52.5K | 3.1% |
| 9 | PROBIOTICS- BACILLUS COAGULANS UNIQUEIS-2 100 BILLION CFU/GM, BT NO : UB/24/12/153, MFG : DEC. 2024, EXP : NOV 2027 | 1 | $35.1K | 2.1% |
| 10 | PROBIOTICS-BACILLUS COAGULANS(UNIQUE-IS2)200 BILLION CFU/GM50KGS | 1 | $34.8K | 2.1% |
Showing top 10 of 45 Probiotics formulations imported by United States on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 79%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
HYDERABAD AIR handles the highest volume with 27 shipments. Transit time averages 32 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's probiotics exports to United States are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. UNIQUE BIOTECH LIMITED with 40 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 United States benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — UNIQUE BIOTECH LIMITED, UNIQUE BIO TECH LIMITED, BIOVITALIA LIFESCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $28.9K 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 probiotics-bacillus coagulans unique-is2200 billion cfu/gm and probiotics-bacillus coagulans unique-is2 15 billion cfu/gm, suggesting that buyers in United States tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, M S MERICAL-UTAH is the largest importer with 3 shipments worth $572.1K USD — representing 34% of all probiotics imports from India on this route. A total of 27 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $1.7M
- Avg. Shipment
- $28.9K
- Suppliers
- 4
- Buyers
- 27
- Transit (Sea)
- ~32 days
- Annual Growth
- +10.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to United States Probiotics Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Probiotics to United States?
The leading Indian exporters of Probiotics to United States are UNIQUE BIOTECH LIMITED, UNIQUE BIO TECH LIMITED, BIOVITALIA LIFESCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED. UNIQUE BIOTECH LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 53% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Probiotics exports from India to United States?
India exports Probiotics to United States worth approximately $1.7M USD across 58 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $28.9K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Probiotics to United States?
The most active port of origin is HYDERABAD AIR with 27 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 79% of shipments going by sea and 26% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to United States for Probiotics?
The average transit time for Probiotics shipments from India to United States is approximately 32 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 States Probiotics trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 10.2% with demand growth tracking at 11.1%. The route is ranked #7 among India's top Probiotics export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to United States Probiotics route?
There are currently 4 active Indian suppliers exporting Probiotics to United States. The market is moderately concentrated with UNIQUE BIOTECH LIMITED accounting for 53% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Probiotics from India in United States?
The leading importers of Indian Probiotics in United States include M S MERICAL-UTAH, M/S.MERICAL-UTAH, M S NUTRIENT INNOVATIONS, M/S. USPL NUTRITIONALS LLC, M S SMART WAREHOUSING. M S MERICAL-UTAH is the largest buyer with 3 shipments worth $572.1K 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 Probiotics.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 4 Indian exporters and 27 importers in United States matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 58 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
58 Verified Shipments
4 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists