India to South Africa: Salicylic Export Trade Route
India has recorded 354 verified shipments of Salicylic exported to South Africa, representing a combined trade value of $5.9M USD. This corridor is served by 6 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $16.7K USD. The leading Indian exporter is RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED, which accounts for 61% of total export value with 262 shipments worth $3.6M USD. On the buying side, RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS ( is the largest importer in South Africa with $3.0M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED, RECKITT BENCKISER INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD — together control 99% 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 South Africa Salicylic corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 354 shipments documented worth a combined $5.9M USD. The route is dominated by RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 61% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's salicylic manufacturing sector.
Across 6 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $16.7K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 77% of all shipments, consistent with salicylic's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 26 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 13.8%, placing it at rank #16 among India's top salicylic export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian salicylic in South Africa include RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS (, RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS, NATIONAL DRUG SERVICE ORGANIZATION, and 3 others. RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS ( is the single largest importer with 235 shipments valued at $3.0M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit26 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portBANGALORE ICD
Market Position
- Global rank#16
- Annual growth+13.8%
- Demand growth+14.0%
- Regulatory ease81/100
Top 10 Indian Salicylic Exporters to South Africa
Showing top 10 of 6 Indian suppliers exporting Salicylic to South Africa, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $13.7K per shipment | 262 | $3.6M | 60.7% |
| 2 | RECKITT BENCKISER INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $25.6K per shipment | 86 | $2.2M | 37.2% |
| 3 | MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $64.7K per shipment | 1 | $64.7K | 1.1% |
| 4 | PLOT NO. S 61-62, HOOTAGALLI INDUST Avg $29.1K per shipment | 2 | $58.2K | 1.0% |
| 5 | DEVATS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $57 per shipment | 1 | $57 | 0.0% |
| 6 | 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $6 per shipment | 2 | $11 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 6 Indian companies exporting salicylic to South Africa, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED, RECKITT BENCKISER INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD , PLOT NO. S 61-62, HOOTAGALLI INDUST, DEVATS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED. RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 262 shipments worth $3.6M USD, giving it a 61% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 99% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Salicylic Importers in South Africa
Showing top 10 of 6 known buyers in South Africa receiving Salicylic shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian salicylic in South Africa include RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS (, RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS, NATIONAL DRUG SERVICE ORGANIZATION, , VORSTER MASTERTON AND KANE PTY L, THE MASTER OF FAIRCHEM SWORD SHIP S, among 6 total buyers. The largest importer is RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS (, accounting for $3.0M USD across 235 shipments — representing 51% of all salicylic imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS ( | 235 | $3.0M | 51.3% |
| 2 | RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS | 115 | $2.8M | 47.6% |
| 3 | NATIONAL DRUG SERVICE ORGANIZATION, | 1 | $64.7K | 1.1% |
| 4 | VORSTER MASTERTON AND KANE PTY L | 1 | $57 | 0.0% |
| 5 | THE MASTER OF FAIRCHEM SWORD SHIP S | 1 | $6 | 0.0% |
| 6 | THE MASTER OF FAIRCHEM THRESHER SHI | 1 | $5 | 0.0% |
Top 10 Salicylic Formulations Imported by South Africa
Showing top 10 of 60 product formulations shipped on the India to South Africa Salicylic route, ranked by trade value
South Africa imports a wide range of salicylic formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — 041720 DISPRIN EXTRA CONTAINING NET CONTENTS OF IMPORT ITEMS (ASPIRIN PH EUR.500MG) ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID 500MG TABLET — accounts for $1.1M USD across 57 shipments. There are 60 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 | 041720 DISPRIN EXTRA CONTAINING NET CONTENTS OF IMPORT ITEMS (ASPIRIN PH EUR.500MG) ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID 500MG TABLET | 57 | $1.1M | 18.8% |
| 2 | 041720 DISPRIN EXTRA CONTAINING NET CONTENTS OF IMPORT ITEMS ASPIRIN PH.EUR.500MG ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID 500MG TABLET | 29 | $814.0K | 13.7% |
| 3 | 041720 DISPRIN EXTRA CONTAINING NET CONTENTS OF IMPORT ITEMS (ASPIRIN PH EUR.500MG) ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID 500MG TABLETNOS | 96 | $788.3K | 13.3% |
| 4 | 041720 DISPRIN EXTRA CONTAINING NET CONTENTS OF IMPORT ITEMS ASPIRIN PH EUR.500MG ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID 500MG TABLET | 14 | $344.8K | 5.8% |
| 5 | (ASPIRIN PH.EUR.500MG)ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID 500MG TABLET(ASPIRIN)DISPRIN EXTRA CONTAINING NET CONTENTS OF IMPORT ITEMS | 10 | $242.7K | 4.1% |
| 6 | 041720 DISPRIN EXTRA CONTAINING NET CONTENTS OF IMPORT ITEMS ASPIRIN PH EUR 500MG ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID 500MG TABLET | 4 | $160.2K | 2.7% |
| 7 | 0011897 DISPRIN CARDIOCARE CONTAINING NET CONTENTS OF IMPORT ITEMS (ASPIRIN BP 100MG) ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID 100MG TABLET | 6 | $136.9K | 2.3% |
| 8 | ASPIRIN PH.EUR.500MG :ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID 500MG TABLET(ASPIRIN)DISPRIN EXTRA CONTAING NET CONTENTS OF IMPORT ITEMS | 7 | $132.4K | 2.2% |
| 9 | 019819 DISPRIN EXTRA CONTAINING NET CONTENTS OF IMPORT ITEMS (ASPIRIN PH EUR.500MG) ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID 500MG TABLET | 8 | $117.1K | 2.0% |
| 10 | 0126751 DISPRIN EXTRA CONTAINING NET CONTENTS OF IMPORT ITEMS (ASPIRIN PH EUR.500MG) ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID 500MG TABLET | 7 | $112.7K | 1.9% |
Showing top 10 of 60 Salicylic formulations imported by South Africa on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 77%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
BANGALORE ICD handles the highest volume with 281 shipments. Transit time averages 26 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's salicylic exports to South Africa are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED with 262 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 6 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in South Africa benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED, RECKITT BENCKISER INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD — together account for 99% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $16.7K 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 041720 disprin extra containing net contents of import items aspirin ph.eur.500mg acetyl salicylic acid 500mg tablet and 041720 disprin extra containing net contents of import items (aspirin ph eur.500mg) acetyl salicylic acid 500mg tabletnos, suggesting that buyers in South Africa tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS ( is the largest importer with 235 shipments worth $3.0M USD — representing 51% of all salicylic imports from India on this route. A total of 6 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $5.9M
- Avg. Shipment
- $16.7K
- Suppliers
- 6
- Buyers
- 6
- Transit (Sea)
- ~26 days
- Annual Growth
- +13.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to South Africa Salicylic Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Salicylic to South Africa?
The leading Indian exporters of Salicylic to South Africa are RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED, RECKITT BENCKISER INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD . RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 61% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Salicylic exports from India to South Africa?
India exports Salicylic to South Africa worth approximately $5.9M USD across 354 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $16.7K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Salicylic to South Africa?
The most active port of origin is BANGALORE ICD with 281 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 77% of shipments going by sea and 24% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to South Africa for Salicylic?
The average transit time for Salicylic shipments from India to South Africa is approximately 26 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 South Africa Salicylic trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 13.8% with demand growth tracking at 14.0%. The route is ranked #16 among India's top Salicylic export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to South Africa Salicylic route?
There are currently 6 active Indian suppliers exporting Salicylic to South Africa. The market is moderately concentrated with RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED accounting for 61% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Salicylic from India in South Africa?
The leading importers of Indian Salicylic in South Africa include RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS (, RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS, NATIONAL DRUG SERVICE ORGANIZATION, , VORSTER MASTERTON AND KANE PTY L, THE MASTER OF FAIRCHEM SWORD SHIP S. RECKITT BENCKISER PHARMACEUTICALS ( is the largest buyer with 235 shipments worth $3.0M 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 South Africa export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Salicylic.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 6 Indian exporters and 6 importers in South Africa matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 354 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
354 Verified Shipments
6 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists