United Kingdom to India: Reagent Import Trade Route
India has recorded 73 verified shipments of Reagent imported from United Kingdom, representing a combined trade value of $67.9K USD. This corridor is served by 17 active United Kingdom exporters, with an average shipment value of $930 USD. The leading United Kingdom supplier is HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE.,, which accounts for 36% of total import value with 15 shipments worth $24.5K USD. On the buying side, SUYOG DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED is the largest Indian importer with $28.5K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE.,, MILLIPORE U K LTD, LIFE TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION — together control 65% 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 Kingdom to India Reagent corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical import routes from United Kingdom, with 73 shipments documented worth a combined $67.9K USD. The route is dominated by HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE.,, which alone accounts for roughly 36% of all import value, reflecting the consolidated nature of United Kingdom's reagent export sector.
Across 17 active United Kingdom suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $930 USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 70% of all shipments, consistent with reagent's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 17 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 11.2%, placing it at rank #3 among India's top reagent import origins globally.
On the Indian buyer side, key Indian importers include SUYOG DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED, TULIP DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED, INVITROGEN BIOSERVICES INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED and 10 others. SUYOG DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED is the single largest Indian importer with 29 shipments valued at $28.5K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit17 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top port of entryDELHI AIR CARGO ACC (INDEL4)
Market Position
- Global rank#3
- Annual growth+11.2%
- Demand growth+11.9%
- Regulatory ease71/100
Top 10 Reagent Exporters from United Kingdom to India
Showing top 10 of 17 United Kingdom suppliers exporting Reagent to India, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (United Kingdom Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE., Avg $1.6K per shipment | 15 | $24.5K | 36.1% |
| 2 | MILLIPORE U K LTD Avg $6.7K per shipment | 2 | $13.4K | 19.8% |
| 3 | LIFE TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION Avg $872 per shipment | 7 | $6.1K | 9.0% |
| 4 | HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE Avg $281 per shipment | 14 | $3.9K | 5.8% |
| 5 | MILLIPORE (U.K.) LTD. Avg $3.9K per shipment | 1 | $3.9K | 5.8% |
| 6 | EUROBIO SCIENTIFIC Avg $3.6K per shipment | 1 | $3.6K | 5.3% |
| 7 | Ichorbio Ltd Avg $631 per shipment | 4 | $2.5K | 3.7% |
| 8 | OXFORD EXPRESSION TECHNOLOGIES LTD Avg $2.2K per shipment | 1 | $2.2K | 3.2% |
| 9 | ABCAM PLC Avg $194 per shipment | 9 | $1.7K | 2.6% |
| 10 | LIFE TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION ECH Avg $654 per shipment | 2 | $1.3K | 1.9% |
This table shows the top 10 of 17 United Kingdom companies exporting reagent to India, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE.,, MILLIPORE U K LTD, LIFE TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION, HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE, MILLIPORE (U.K.) LTD., EUROBIO SCIENTIFIC, Ichorbio Ltd, OXFORD EXPRESSION TECHNOLOGIES LTD, ABCAM PLC, LIFE TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION ECH . HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE., is the dominant supplier with 15 shipments worth $24.5K USD, giving it a 36% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 65% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 17 total United Kingdom exporters on the United Kingdom to India Reagent import route.
Top 10 Indian Reagent Importers from United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 13 known Indian buyers receiving Reagent shipments from United Kingdom, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading Indian importers of United Kingdom reagent include SUYOG DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED, TULIP DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED, INVITROGEN BIOSERVICES INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, KRISHGEN BIOSYSTEMS PRIVATE LIMITED, AURO VACCINES PRIVATE LIMITED, among 13 total buyers. The largest importer is SUYOG DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED, accounting for $28.5K USD across 29 shipments — representing 42% of all reagent imports from United Kingdom on this route.
| Rank | Indian Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SUYOG DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED | 29 | $28.5K | 41.9% |
| 2 | TULIP DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED | 5 | $18.0K | 26.5% |
| 3 | INVITROGEN BIOSERVICES INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED | 11 | $8.0K | 11.8% |
| 4 | KRISHGEN BIOSYSTEMS PRIVATE LIMITED | 6 | $6.7K | 9.8% |
| 5 | AURO VACCINES PRIVATE LIMITED | 1 | $2.2K | 3.2% |
| 6 | KRISHGEN BIOSYSTEMS | 2 | $1.1K | 1.6% |
| 7 | NULIFE CONSULTANTS AND DISTRIBUTORS PRIVATE LIMITE | 6 | $1.1K | 1.6% |
| 8 | ALLIED SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS., | 5 | $859 | 1.3% |
| 9 | ALLIED SCIENTIFIC PRODUCTS., | 3 | $713 | 1.1% |
| 10 | MERIL DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED | 1 | $333 | 0.5% |
Showing top 10 of 13 Indian Reagent importers from United Kingdom on this route.
Top 10 Reagent Formulations Imported from United Kingdom
Showing top 10 of 67 product formulations shipped on the United Kingdom to India Reagent route, ranked by trade value
India imports a wide range of reagent formulations from United Kingdom, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — BLOOD GROUPING SERA BN, MS-24 ANTI-C REAGENT 10LTR BK, CAT. NO.BN-10L-BK, .284 EA - LIST 4 SR.NO.12 — accounts for $12.4K USD across 1 shipments. There are 67 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 | BLOOD GROUPING SERA BN, MS-24 ANTI-C REAGENT 10LTR BK, CAT. NO.BN-10L-BK, .284 EA - LIST 4 SR.NO.12 | 1 | $12.4K | 18.2% |
| 2 | SAS-MX IFE-1 KIT PART NO. 100300 (INVITRO DIAGNOSTIC REAGENT) | 2 | $10.8K | 15.8% |
| 3 | SAS-1 IFE-4 KIT P/NO. 200300 (INVITRO DIAGNOSTIC REAGENT) | 1 | $8.1K | 12.0% |
| 4 | BLOOD GROUPING SERA (TK, MS-33 ANTI-C REAGENT 1L BK), CAT. NO.TK-1L-BK, 2 LTR - LIST 4 SR.NO.12 | 1 | $3.9K | 5.8% |
| 5 | Laboratory reagents and kits for research in medical and pharmaceuticals purpose catalogue number UD0135 - UNITEST APROTLaboratory reagents and kits for research in medical and pha | 1 | $3.6K | 5.3% |
| 6 | MA514520 ANTI KI 67 EA DIAGNOSTIC REAGENTS BASED ON A DIAGNOSTIC REAGENTS BASED ON A | 1 | $3.1K | 4.5% |
| 7 | SAS-3 IFE-9 KIT P/NO. 300300A INVITRO DIAGNOSTIC REAGENT | 1 | $2.9K | 4.3% |
| 8 | SAS-3 IFE-9 KIT P/NO. 300300 (INVITRO DIAGNOSTIC REAGENT) | 1 | $2.6K | 3.8% |
| 9 | SFC1B5 INSECT CELLS UNDER MTA ONLY (QTY:2 VIALS) (PRODUCT CODE:600106)(LABORATORY REAGENT USE ONLY)ASPER INVOICE | 1 | $2.2K | 3.2% |
| 10 | IMMUNOFIXATION CONTROL P/NO. 9400 (INVITRO DIAGNOSTIC REAGENTS)ANTIBODY FOR INVITRO USE ONLY | 3 | $1.5K | 2.2% |
Showing top 10 of 67 Reagent formulations imported from United Kingdom on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 70%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Indian Ports of Entry
DELHI AIR CARGO ACC (INDEL4) handles the highest volume with 30 shipments. Transit time averages 17 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's reagent imports from United Kingdom are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale United Kingdom manufacturers. HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE., with 15 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 17 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — Indian buyers benefit from United Kingdom supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE.,, MILLIPORE U K LTD, LIFE TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION — together account for 65% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $930 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 sas-mx ife-1 kit part no. 100300 (invitro diagnostic reagent) and sas-1 ife-4 kit p/no. 200300 (invitro diagnostic reagent) , suggesting that Indian buyers tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same United Kingdom supplier.
On the buying side, SUYOG DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED is the largest importer with 29 shipments worth $28.5K USD — representing 42% of all reagent imports from United Kingdom on this route. A total of 13 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $67.9K
- Avg. Shipment
- $930
- Suppliers
- 17
- Buyers
- 13
- Transit (Sea)
- ~17 days
- Annual Growth
- +11.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions — United Kingdom to India Reagent Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which United Kingdom companies export Reagent to India?
The leading United Kingdom exporters of Reagent to India are HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE.,, MILLIPORE U K LTD, LIFE TECHNOLOGIES CORPORATION. HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE., holds the largest market share at approximately 36% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Reagent imports from United Kingdom to India?
India imports Reagent from United Kingdom worth approximately $67.9K USD across 73 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $930 USD.
Q Which Indian ports receive Reagent from United Kingdom?
The most active Indian port of entry is DELHI AIR CARGO ACC (INDEL4) with 30 shipments. United Kingdom exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 70% of shipments going by sea and 19% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from United Kingdom to India for Reagent?
The average transit time for Reagent shipments from United Kingdom to India 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 January–March.
Q Is the United Kingdom to India Reagent import route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 11.2% with demand growth tracking at 11.9%. The route is ranked #3 among India's top Reagent import origins globally.
Q How many United Kingdom suppliers are active on this Reagent import route?
There are currently 17 active United Kingdom suppliers exporting Reagent to India. The market is moderately concentrated with HELENA BIOSCIENCES EUROPE., accounting for 36% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main Indian importers of Reagent from United Kingdom?
The leading Indian importers of Reagent from United Kingdom include SUYOG DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED, TULIP DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED, INVITROGEN BIOSERVICES INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, KRISHGEN BIOSYSTEMS PRIVATE LIMITED, AURO VACCINES PRIVATE LIMITED. SUYOG DIAGNOSTICS PRIVATE LIMITED is the largest buyer with 29 shipments worth $28.5K 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 Kingdom export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Reagent.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 17 Indian exporters and 13 importers in United Kingdom matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 73 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
73 Verified Shipments
17 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists