Canada to India: Salicylic Import Trade Route
India has recorded 7 verified shipments of Salicylic imported from Canada, representing a combined trade value of $2.1K USD. This corridor is served by 5 active Canada exporters, with an average shipment value of $302 USD. The leading Canada supplier is CAMBREX, which accounts for 61% of total import value with 1 shipments worth $1.3K USD. On the buying side, ACTAVIS PHARMA DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PVT.LTD. is the largest Indian importer with $1.3K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — CAMBREX, GLOBYZ PHARMA , SPECTRUM PACKAGING INC — together control 94% 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 Canada to India Salicylic corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical import routes from Canada, with 7 shipments documented worth a combined $2.1K USD. The route is dominated by CAMBREX, which alone accounts for roughly 61% of all import value, reflecting the consolidated nature of Canada's salicylic export sector.
Across 5 active Canada suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $302 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 salicylic's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 31 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 27.9%, placing it at rank #1 among India's top salicylic import origins globally.
On the Indian buyer side, key Indian importers include ACTAVIS PHARMA DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PVT.LTD., MEDREICH LIMITED , SRI KRISHNA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED and 3 others. ACTAVIS PHARMA DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PVT.LTD. is the single largest Indian importer with 1 shipments valued at $1.3K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit31 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top port of entryHYDERABAD ACC (INHYD4)
Market Position
- Global rank#1
- Annual growth+27.9%
- Demand growth+25.2%
- Regulatory ease83/100
Top 10 Salicylic Exporters from Canada to India
Showing top 10 of 5 Canada suppliers exporting Salicylic to India, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Canada Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CAMBREX Avg $1.3K per shipment | 1 | $1.3K | 60.7% |
| 2 | GLOBYZ PHARMA Avg $503 per shipment | 1 | $503 | 23.8% |
| 3 | SPECTRUM PACKAGING INC Avg $103 per shipment | 2 | $207 | 9.8% |
| 4 | JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION Avg $50 per shipment | 2 | $100 | 4.7% |
| 5 | GLOBYZ PHARMA Avg $21 per shipment | 1 | $21 | 1.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 5 Canada companies exporting salicylic to India, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: CAMBREX, GLOBYZ PHARMA , SPECTRUM PACKAGING INC, JAMP PHARMA CORPORATION , GLOBYZ PHARMA. CAMBREX is the dominant supplier with 1 shipments worth $1.3K USD, giving it a 61% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 94% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Indian Salicylic Importers from Canada
Showing top 10 of 6 known Indian buyers receiving Salicylic shipments from Canada, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading Indian importers of Canada salicylic include ACTAVIS PHARMA DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PVT.LTD., MEDREICH LIMITED , SRI KRISHNA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, JAMP INDIA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED , JAMP INDIA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED, among 6 total buyers. The largest importer is ACTAVIS PHARMA DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PVT.LTD., accounting for $1.3K USD across 1 shipments — representing 61% of all salicylic imports from Canada on this route.
| Rank | Indian Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ACTAVIS PHARMA DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PVT.LTD. | 1 | $1.3K | 60.7% |
| 2 | MEDREICH LIMITED | 1 | $503 | 23.8% |
| 3 | SRI KRISHNA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED | 2 | $207 | 9.8% |
| 4 | JAMP INDIA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED | 1 | $87 | 4.1% |
| 5 | JAMP INDIA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED | 1 | $21 | 1.0% |
| 6 | ACME GENERICS PRIVATE LIMITED | 1 | $13 | 0.6% |
Top 10 Salicylic Formulations Imported from Canada
Showing top 10 of 7 product formulations shipped on the Canada to India Salicylic route, ranked by trade value
India imports a wide range of salicylic formulations from Canada, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — (100% EOU) (FOC) BETAMETHASONE DIPROPIONATE 0.64 MG/G + SALICYLIC ACID 20 MG/G LOTION BOTTLE (RATIO-TOPISALIC SCALP LOTI — accounts for $1.3K USD across 1 shipments. A total of 7 product variants have been identified in the shipment records.
| Rank | Product Formulation | Shipments | Trade Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | (100% EOU) (FOC) BETAMETHASONE DIPROPIONATE 0.64 MG/G + SALICYLIC ACID 20 MG/G LOTION BOTTLE (RATIO-TOPISALIC SCALP LOTI | 1 | $1.3K | 60.7% |
| 2 | ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID 330MG + CAFFEINE 40MG + BUTALBITAL 50MG(TEVA TECHNAL TABLET (CBN NO.P/IMP-10710/2023 DT.29/11/2023) | 1 | $503 | 23.8% |
| 3 | ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID DELAYED RELEASE TABLETS USP80MG (ASAPHEN E.C.80MG)PACK OF1000 TABLETS(FOC)(FREE SAMPLES NO COMMERCIACETYLSALICYLIC ACID DELAYED RELEASE TABLETS USP 80MG (ASAPH | 1 | $124 | 5.9% |
| 4 | Pr TEVA-5 ASA, 5-Aminosalicylic acid Enteric Coated Tablets400 mg (QTY 2 BTL ) (for test and analysis purpose) | 1 | $87 | 4.1% |
| 5 | ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID DELAYED RELEASE TABLETS USP80MG (RIVASA80MG EC)PACK OF1000 TABLETS((FOC)(FREE SAMPLES NO COMMERCIAACETYLSALICYLIC ACID DELAYED RELEASE TABLETS USP80MG(RIVASAE | 1 | $83 | 3.9% |
| 6 | "ASPIRIN 81 mg (Acetylsalicylic Acid Delayed Release TabletsUSP)" (QTY 5 btl (FOR TESTING AND ANALYSIS PURPOSE)"ASPIRIN 81 mg (Acetylsalicylic Acid Delayed Release Tablets | 1 | $21 | 1.0% |
| 7 | ASPIRIN TABLETS 81 MG (ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID DELAYED RELEASETABLETS 81 MG) QTY: 1 BOTTLE PACK SIZE: 180 TAB/BOTT. (TEST | 1 | $13 | 0.6% |
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 Indian Ports of Entry
HYDERABAD ACC (INHYD4) handles the highest volume with 3 shipments. Transit time averages 31 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's salicylic imports from Canada are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale Canada manufacturers. CAMBREX with 1 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 5 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — Indian buyers benefit from Canada supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — CAMBREX, GLOBYZ PHARMA , SPECTRUM PACKAGING INC — together account for 94% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $302 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 acetylsalicylic acid 330mg + caffeine 40mg + butalbital 50mg(teva technal tablet (cbn no.p/imp-10710/2023 dt.29/11/2023) and acetylsalicylic acid delayed release tablets usp80mg (asaphen e.c.80mg)pack of1000 tablets(foc)(free samples no commerciacetylsalicylic acid delayed release tablets usp 80mg (asaph, suggesting that Indian buyers tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Canada supplier.
On the buying side, ACTAVIS PHARMA DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PVT.LTD. is the largest importer with 1 shipments worth $1.3K USD — representing 61% of all salicylic imports from Canada on this route. A total of 6 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $2.1K
- Avg. Shipment
- $302
- Suppliers
- 5
- Buyers
- 6
- Transit (Sea)
- ~31 days
- Annual Growth
- +27.9%
Reverse Direction
India → Canada — Salicylic (Export)Unlock the Full Canada to India Salicylic Dataset
TransData Nexus provides verified shipment-level records, exporter contact details, HS code breakdowns, real-time pricing benchmarks, and regulatory compliance guides for 7 shipments on this route.
Frequently Asked Questions — Canada to India Salicylic Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Canada companies export Salicylic to India?
The leading Canada exporters of Salicylic to India are CAMBREX, GLOBYZ PHARMA , SPECTRUM PACKAGING INC. CAMBREX holds the largest market share at approximately 61% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Salicylic imports from Canada to India?
India imports Salicylic from Canada worth approximately $2.1K USD across 7 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $302 USD.
Q Which Indian ports receive Salicylic from Canada?
The most active Indian port of entry is HYDERABAD ACC (INHYD4) with 3 shipments. Canada 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 Canada to India for Salicylic?
The average transit time for Salicylic shipments from Canada to India is approximately 31 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 Canada to India Salicylic import route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 27.9% with demand growth tracking at 25.2%. The route is ranked #1 among India's top Salicylic import origins globally.
Q How many Canada suppliers are active on this Salicylic import route?
There are currently 5 active Canada suppliers exporting Salicylic to India. The market is moderately concentrated with CAMBREX accounting for 61% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main Indian importers of Salicylic from Canada?
The leading Indian importers of Salicylic from Canada include ACTAVIS PHARMA DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PVT.LTD., MEDREICH LIMITED , SRI KRISHNA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, JAMP INDIA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED , JAMP INDIA PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED. ACTAVIS PHARMA DEVELOPMENT CENTRE PVT.LTD. is the largest buyer with 1 shipments worth $1.3K 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 Canada export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Salicylic.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 5 Indian exporters and 6 importers in Canada matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 7 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
7 Verified Shipments
5 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists