United States to India: Pseudoephedrine Import Trade Route
India has recorded 12 verified shipments of Pseudoephedrine imported from United States, representing a combined trade value of $9.5K USD. This corridor is served by 7 active United States exporters, with an average shipment value of $791 USD. The leading United States supplier is AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC.), which accounts for 37% of total import value with 2 shipments worth $3.5K USD. On the buying side, DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD is the largest Indian importer with $3.5K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC.), M S OHM LABORATORIES INC, M/S OHM LABORATORIES , INC — together control 71% of total trade value on this route. All data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill of entry records. Values reported in FOB USD.
Route Intelligence Overview
The United States to India Pseudoephedrine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical import routes from United States, with 12 shipments documented worth a combined $9.5K USD. The route is dominated by AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC.), which alone accounts for roughly 37% of all import value, reflecting the consolidated nature of United States's pseudoephedrine export sector.
Across 7 active United States suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $791 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 pseudoephedrine's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 22 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 26.9%, placing it at rank #6 among India's top pseudoephedrine import origins globally.
On the Indian buyer side, key Indian importers include DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, DR REDDY S LABORATORIES LIMITED and 4 others. DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD is the single largest Indian importer with 2 shipments valued at $3.5K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit22 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top port of entrySAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4)
Market Position
- Global rank#6
- Annual growth+26.9%
- Demand growth+24.5%
- Regulatory ease75/100
Top 10 Pseudoephedrine Exporters from United States to India
Showing top 10 of 7 United States suppliers exporting Pseudoephedrine to India, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (United States Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC.) Avg $1.8K per shipment | 2 | $3.5K | 37.3% |
| 2 | M S OHM LABORATORIES INC Avg $1.1K per shipment | 2 | $2.1K | 22.5% |
| 3 | M/S OHM LABORATORIES , INC Avg $1.1K per shipment | 1 | $1.1K | 11.5% |
| 4 | AMSTERDAM PHARMA APTEKA RX INC Avg $533 per shipment | 2 | $1.1K | 11.2% |
| 5 | AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC ) Avg $1.0K per shipment | 1 | $1.0K | 10.8% |
| 6 | AGRACE PHARMA Avg $203 per shipment | 2 | $405 | 4.3% |
| 7 | GUARDIAN DRUG COMPANY Avg $113 per shipment | 2 | $226 | 2.4% |
This table shows the top 10 of 7 United States companies exporting pseudoephedrine to India, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC.), M S OHM LABORATORIES INC, M/S OHM LABORATORIES , INC, AMSTERDAM PHARMA APTEKA RX INC, AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC ), AGRACE PHARMA, GUARDIAN DRUG COMPANY. AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC.) is the dominant supplier with 2 shipments worth $3.5K USD, giving it a 37% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 71% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Indian Pseudoephedrine Importers from United States
Showing top 10 of 7 known Indian buyers receiving Pseudoephedrine shipments from United States, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading Indian importers of United States pseudoephedrine include DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, DR REDDY S LABORATORIES LIMITED, GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, among 7 total buyers. The largest importer is DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD, accounting for $3.5K USD across 2 shipments — representing 37% of all pseudoephedrine imports from United States on this route.
| Rank | Indian Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD | 2 | $3.5K | 37.3% |
| 2 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED | 3 | $3.2K | 34.0% |
| 3 | DR REDDY S LABORATORIES LIMITED | 1 | $1.0K | 10.8% |
| 4 | GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED | 1 | $1.0K | 10.7% |
| 5 | ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED | 2 | $405 | 4.3% |
| 6 | RAPTIM RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED | 2 | $226 | 2.4% |
| 7 | DR REDDYS LABORATORIES LIMITED | 1 | $51 | 0.5% |
Top 10 Pseudoephedrine Formulations Imported from United States
Showing top 10 of 11 product formulations shipped on the United States to India Pseudoephedrine route, ranked by trade value
India imports a wide range of pseudoephedrine formulations from United States, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — CLARITIN-D12HR (LORATIDINE AND PSEUDOEPHEDRINE SULFATE EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS) 5 MG/120MG TAB(PACK SIZE: 10'S) — accounts for $2.0K USD across 1 shipments. There are 11 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 | CLARITIN-D12HR (LORATIDINE AND PSEUDOEPHEDRINE SULFATE EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS) 5 MG/120MG TAB(PACK SIZE: 10'S) | 1 | $2.0K | 21.6% |
| 2 | LORATADINE AND PSEUDOEPHEDRINE SULFATE EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS 10/240MG (CLARITIN-D24HOUR) (PACK SIZE: 1X10) | 1 | $1.5K | 15.7% |
| 3 | LORATAINE AND PSEUDOEPHEDRINE SULFATE EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS 5 MG 120 MG CLARITN D 50 TABLETS 10 TABLETS X 5 BLISLORATAINE AND PSEUDOEPHEDRINE SULFATE EXTENDED RELEASE TABLE | 1 | $1.3K | 13.4% |
| 4 | ALLEGRA-D 24HOUR FEXOFENADINE HCL 180MG PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL240 MG (QTY-12X3 BLISTER PACK X 5 TABLETS 15 TABS=180 TBLALLEGRA-D 24HOUR FEXOFENADINE HCL 180MG PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL | 1 | $1.1K | 11.5% |
| 5 | LORATADINE AND PSEUDOEPHEDRINE SULFATE EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS 5MG + 120MG (CLARITIN-D12 HOUR)(PACK SIZE:10 S) | 1 | $1.0K | 10.8% |
| 6 | 840 TAB ALLEGRA-D 24 HOUR FEXOFENADINE HYDROCHLORIDE ANDPSEUDOEPHEDRINE HYDROCHLORIDE EXTENDED-RELEASE TABLETS 180M | 1 | $1.0K | 10.7% |
| 7 | PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HYDROCHLORIDE EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS 240 MG SUDAFEDR SINUS CONGESTION 24 HOUR 240 TABLETS PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HYDROCHLORIDE EXTENDED RELEASE TABLETS 240 M | 1 | $866 | 9.1% |
| 8 | BROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HYDROCHLORIDE AND DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE SYRUP2MG/5ML,30MG/5ML,10MG/5MLBROMPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HYDROCHLORIDE AND D | 2 | $405 | 4.3% |
| 9 | REFERENCE PRODUCT (R): MUCINEX D 1200MG GUAIFENESIN&120MG PSEUDOEPHEDRINE HCL EXTENDED-RELEASE BI-LAYER TABLETS-(2X24=48REFERENCE PRODUCT (R) MUCINEX D 1200MG GUAIFENESIN&120MG PSE | 1 | $217 | 2.3% |
| 10 | CLARITIN-D LORATADINE/PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 10MG-240MG EXTENDEDRELEASE TAB PACK SIZE:1 X 10 | 1 | $51 | 0.5% |
Showing top 10 of 11 Pseudoephedrine formulations imported from United States 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 Indian Ports of Entry
SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) handles the highest volume with 5 shipments. Transit time averages 22 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's pseudoephedrine imports from United States are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale United States manufacturers. AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC.) with 2 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 — Indian buyers benefit from United States supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC.), M S OHM LABORATORIES INC, M/S OHM LABORATORIES , INC — together account for 71% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $791 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 loratadine and pseudoephedrine sulfate extended release tablets 10/240mg (claritin-d24hour) (pack size: 1x10) and lorataine and pseudoephedrine sulfate extended release tablets 5 mg 120 mg claritn d 50 tablets 10 tablets x 5 blislorataine and pseudoephedrine sulfate extended release table, suggesting that Indian buyers tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same United States supplier.
On the buying side, DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD is the largest importer with 2 shipments worth $3.5K USD — representing 37% of all pseudoephedrine imports from United States on this route. A total of 7 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $9.5K
- Avg. Shipment
- $791
- Suppliers
- 7
- Buyers
- 7
- Transit (Sea)
- ~22 days
- Annual Growth
- +26.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions — United States to India Pseudoephedrine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which United States companies export Pseudoephedrine to India?
The leading United States exporters of Pseudoephedrine to India are AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC.), M S OHM LABORATORIES INC, M/S OHM LABORATORIES , INC. AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC.) holds the largest market share at approximately 37% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Pseudoephedrine imports from United States to India?
India imports Pseudoephedrine from United States worth approximately $9.5K USD across 12 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $791 USD.
Q Which Indian ports receive Pseudoephedrine from United States?
The most active Indian port of entry is SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) with 5 shipments. United States 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 United States to India for Pseudoephedrine?
The average transit time for Pseudoephedrine shipments from United States to India is approximately 22 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 United States to India Pseudoephedrine import route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 26.9% with demand growth tracking at 24.5%. The route is ranked #6 among India's top Pseudoephedrine import origins globally.
Q How many United States suppliers are active on this Pseudoephedrine import route?
There are currently 7 active United States suppliers exporting Pseudoephedrine to India. The market is moderately concentrated with AMSTERDAM PHARMA(APTEKA RX INC.) accounting for 37% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main Indian importers of Pseudoephedrine from United States?
The leading Indian importers of Pseudoephedrine from United States include DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, DR REDDY S LABORATORIES LIMITED, GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED. DR.REDDY'S LABORATORIES LTD is the largest buyer with 2 shipments worth $3.5K 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 Pseudoephedrine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 7 Indian exporters and 7 importers in United States matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 12 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
12 Verified Shipments
7 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists