India to Australia: Quinine Export Trade Route
India has recorded 25 verified shipments of Quinine exported to Australia, representing a combined trade value of $662.1K USD. This corridor is served by 7 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $26.5K USD. The leading Indian exporter is STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED , which accounts for 52% of total export value with 9 shipments worth $344.0K USD. On the buying side, ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD., is the largest importer in Australia with $344.0K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED , STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, SGPHARMA 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 Australia Quinine corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 25 shipments documented worth a combined $662.1K USD. The route is dominated by STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED , which alone accounts for roughly 52% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's quinine manufacturing sector.
Across 7 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $26.5K 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 July–September, with an average transit time of 17 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 23.3%, placing it at rank #17 among India's top quinine export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian quinine in Australia include ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD., , ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD.,, ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD, and 8 others. ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD., is the single largest importer with 9 shipments valued at $344.0K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit17 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeMulti-modal
- Top portBANGALORE ICD (INWFD6)
Market Position
- Global rank#17
- Annual growth+23.3%
- Demand growth+19.7%
- Regulatory ease69/100
Top 10 Indian Quinine Exporters to Australia
Showing top 10 of 7 Indian suppliers exporting Quinine to Australia, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED Avg $38.2K per shipment | 9 | $344.0K | 52.0% |
| 2 | STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED Avg $41.5K per shipment | 7 | $290.6K | 43.9% |
| 3 | SGPHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $26.8K per shipment | 1 | $26.8K | 4.1% |
| 4 | BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $598 per shipment | 1 | $598 | 0.1% |
| 5 | TULSI MEDICAL & GENERAL STORES Avg $10 per shipment | 3 | $29 | 0.0% |
| 6 | TULSI MEDICAL & GENERAL STORES Avg $12 per shipment | 2 | $25 | 0.0% |
| 7 | TULSI MEDICAL GENERAL STORES Avg $12 per shipment | 2 | $24 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 7 Indian companies exporting quinine to Australia, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED , STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, SGPHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED , TULSI MEDICAL & GENERAL STORES, TULSI MEDICAL & GENERAL STORES , TULSI MEDICAL GENERAL STORES. STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 9 shipments worth $344.0K USD, giving it a 52% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 100% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Quinine Importers in Australia
Showing top 10 of 11 known buyers in Australia receiving Quinine shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian quinine in Australia include ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD., , ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD.,, ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD,, SOUTH AUSTRAL PTY LTD, M/S,SOUTH AUSTRAL PTY LTD , among 11 total buyers. The largest importer is ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD., , accounting for $344.0K USD across 9 shipments — representing 52% of all quinine imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD., | 9 | $344.0K | 52.0% |
| 2 | ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD., | 3 | $154.3K | 23.3% |
| 3 | ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD, | 4 | $136.3K | 20.6% |
| 4 | SOUTH AUSTRAL PTY LTD | 1 | $26.8K | 4.1% |
| 5 | M/S,SOUTH AUSTRAL PTY LTD | 1 | $598 | 0.1% |
| 6 | Master & Owner Of ALJALAA C/- South | 2 | $25 | 0.0% |
| 7 | CONSIGNEE MASTER OWNER OF VICTOIR | 1 | $24 | 0.0% |
| 8 | CONSIGNEE MASTER & OWNER OF ARAGO | 1 | $11 | 0.0% |
| 9 | CONSIGNEE MASTER & OWNER OF MAEA | 1 | $9 | 0.0% |
| 10 | CONSIGNEE MASTER & OWNER OF GAS BLO | 1 | $9 | 0.0% |
Showing top 10 of 11 Quinine importers in Australia on this route.
Top 10 Quinine Formulations Imported by Australia
Showing top 10 of 14 product formulations shipped on the India to Australia Quinine route, ranked by trade value
Australia imports a wide range of quinine formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — QUINATE QUININE SULFATE TABLETS 300MG18, — accounts for $157.1K USD across 3 shipments. There are 14 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 | QUINATE QUININE SULFATE TABLETS 300MG18, | 3 | $157.1K | 23.7% |
| 2 | QUINATE QUININE SULFATE TABLETS 300MG 18 | 3 | $154.3K | 23.3% |
| 3 | Quinbisul Quinine Bisulfate Tablets [300 | 5 | $144.2K | 21.8% |
| 4 | QUINBISUL QUININE BISULFATE TABLETS [300MG] [FC] (9530 X 50S) | 2 | $56.5K | 8.5% |
| 5 | QUINATE, QUININE SULFATE TABLETS 300MG (18,150.00 X 50 TABS) | 1 | $50.6K | 7.6% |
| 6 | QUINATE QUININE SULFATE TABLETS 300MG 17 | 1 | $42.6K | 6.4% |
| 7 | QUINBISUL - QUININE BISULFATE TABLETS [300MG] [FC] (9,340.00 X 50'S) | 1 | $29.2K | 4.4% |
| 8 | QUININE DIHYDROCHLORIDE STERILE CONCENTRATE B.P. 60MG/ML,10ML AMPOULE, 5 AMPOULES PER BOX (QTY: 2000 BOXES X 5 AMPOULES | 1 | $26.8K | 4.1% |
| 9 | QUININE SULPHATE TABLETS BP 300 MG | 1 | $598 | 0.1% |
| 10 | QUININ TAB QUININE SULPHATE 300MG TAB | 2 | $25 | 0.0% |
Showing top 10 of 14 Quinine formulations imported by Australia 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
BANGALORE ICD (INWFD6) handles the highest volume with 12 shipments. Transit time averages 17 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's quinine exports to Australia are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED with 9 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 Australia benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED , STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, SGPHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $26.5K 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 quinate quinine sulfate tablets 300mg 18 and quinbisul quinine bisulfate tablets [300 , suggesting that buyers in Australia tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD., is the largest importer with 9 shipments worth $344.0K USD — representing 52% of all quinine imports from India on this route. A total of 11 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $662.1K
- Avg. Shipment
- $26.5K
- Suppliers
- 7
- Buyers
- 11
- Transit (Sea)
- ~17 days
- Annual Growth
- +23.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Australia Quinine Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Quinine to Australia?
The leading Indian exporters of Quinine to Australia are STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED , STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED, SGPHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED. STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 52% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Quinine exports from India to Australia?
India exports Quinine to Australia worth approximately $662.1K USD across 25 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $26.5K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Quinine to Australia?
The most active port of origin is BANGALORE ICD (INWFD6) with 12 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 Australia for Quinine?
The average transit time for Quinine shipments from India to Australia is approximately 17 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 India to Australia Quinine trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 23.3% with demand growth tracking at 19.7%. The route is ranked #17 among India's top Quinine export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Australia Quinine route?
There are currently 7 active Indian suppliers exporting Quinine to Australia. The market is moderately concentrated with STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED accounting for 52% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Quinine from India in Australia?
The leading importers of Indian Quinine in Australia include ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD., , ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD.,, ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD,, SOUTH AUSTRAL PTY LTD, M/S,SOUTH AUSTRAL PTY LTD . ARROW PHARMACEUTICALS PTY LTD., is the largest buyer with 9 shipments worth $344.0K 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 Australia export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Quinine.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 7 Indian exporters and 11 importers in Australia matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 25 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
25 Verified Shipments
7 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists