Canada to India: Salmeterol Import Trade Route
India has recorded 5 verified shipments of Salmeterol imported from Canada, representing a combined trade value of $185.2K USD. This corridor is served by 3 active Canada exporters, with an average shipment value of $37.0K USD. The leading Canada supplier is ADIRAMEDICA INC. , which accounts for 86% of total import value with 1 shipments worth $160.0K USD. On the buying side, LUPIN LIMITED is the largest Indian importer with $169.3K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — ADIRAMEDICA INC. , ESPEE BIOPHARMA & FINECHEM LLC, ADIRAMEDICA INC. — together control 100% 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 Salmeterol corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical import routes from Canada, with 5 shipments documented worth a combined $185.2K USD. The route is dominated by ADIRAMEDICA INC. , which alone accounts for roughly 86% of all import value, reflecting the consolidated nature of Canada's salmeterol export sector.
Across 3 active Canada suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $37.0K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 83% of all shipments, consistent with salmeterol's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during April–June, with an average transit time of 22 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 16.7%, placing it at rank #10 among India's top salmeterol import origins globally.
On the Indian buyer side, key Indian importers include LUPIN LIMITED , CIPLA LIMITED. LUPIN LIMITED is the single largest Indian importer with 3 shipments valued at $169.3K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit22 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top port of entrySAHAR AIR
Market Position
- Global rank#10
- Annual growth+16.7%
- Demand growth+14.4%
- Regulatory ease87/100
Top 10 Salmeterol Exporters from Canada to India
Showing top 10 of 3 Canada suppliers exporting Salmeterol to India, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Canada Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ADIRAMEDICA INC. Avg $160.0K per shipment | 1 | $160.0K | 86.4% |
| 2 | ESPEE BIOPHARMA & FINECHEM LLC Avg $8.0K per shipment | 2 | $16.0K | 8.6% |
| 3 | ADIRAMEDICA INC. Avg $4.6K per shipment | 2 | $9.2K | 5.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 3 Canada companies exporting salmeterol to India, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: ADIRAMEDICA INC. , ESPEE BIOPHARMA & FINECHEM LLC, ADIRAMEDICA INC.. ADIRAMEDICA INC. is the dominant supplier with 1 shipments worth $160.0K USD, giving it a 86% market share.
Top 10 Indian Salmeterol Importers from Canada
Showing top 10 of 2 known Indian buyers receiving Salmeterol shipments from Canada, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading Indian importers of Canada salmeterol include LUPIN LIMITED , CIPLA LIMITED. The largest importer is LUPIN LIMITED , accounting for $169.3K USD across 3 shipments — representing 91% of all salmeterol imports from Canada on this route.
| Rank | Indian Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LUPIN LIMITED | 3 | $169.3K | 91.4% |
| 2 | CIPLA LIMITED | 2 | $16.0K | 8.6% |
Top 10 Salmeterol Formulations Imported from Canada
Showing top 10 of 5 product formulations shipped on the Canada to India Salmeterol route, ranked by trade value
India imports a wide range of salmeterol formulations from Canada, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE 250 MCG AND SALMETEROL 25MCG-(FOC)-FOR TEST AND ANALYSIS PURPOSE ONLY — accounts for $160.0K USD across 1 shipments. A total of 5 product variants have been identified in the shipment records.
| Rank | Product Formulation | Shipments | Trade Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE 250 MCG AND SALMETEROL 25MCG-(FOC)-FOR TEST AND ANALYSIS PURPOSE ONLY | 1 | $160.0K | 86.4% |
| 2 | ADVAIR 100 DISKUS-FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE PROPIONATE & SALMETEROL(SALMETROL XINAFOATE) POWDER 500MCG/ACT & 50MCG/ACT (1X1ADVAIR 100 DISKUS-FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE PROPIONATE & SALMET | 1 | $8.8K | 4.8% |
| 3 | ADVAIR 100 DISKUS-FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE PROPIONATE & SALMETEROL(SALMETROL XINAFOATE) POWDER 250MCG/ACT & 50MCG/ACT (1X1ADVAIR 100 DISKUS-FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE PROPIONATE & SALMET | 1 | $7.2K | 3.9% |
| 4 | FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE 250 MCG AND SALMETEROL 25MCG-FOR TESTAND ANALYSIS PURPOSE ONLY | 1 | $5.5K | 2.9% |
| 5 | FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE 125 MCG AND SALMETEROL 25MCG-FOR TESTAND ANALYSIS PURPOSE ONLY | 1 | $3.7K | 2.0% |
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 83%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Indian Ports of Entry
SAHAR AIR handles the highest volume with 3 shipments. Transit time averages 22 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's salmeterol imports from Canada are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale Canada manufacturers. ADIRAMEDICA INC. with 1 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 3 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 — ADIRAMEDICA INC. , ESPEE BIOPHARMA & FINECHEM LLC, ADIRAMEDICA INC. — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $37.0K 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 advair 100 diskus-fluticasone propionate propionate & salmeterol(salmetrol xinafoate) powder 500mcg/act & 50mcg/act (1x1advair 100 diskus-fluticasone propionate propionate & salmet and advair 100 diskus-fluticasone propionate propionate & salmeterol(salmetrol xinafoate) powder 250mcg/act & 50mcg/act (1x1advair 100 diskus-fluticasone propionate propionate & salmet, suggesting that Indian buyers tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Canada supplier.
On the buying side, LUPIN LIMITED is the largest importer with 3 shipments worth $169.3K USD — representing 91% of all salmeterol imports from Canada on this route.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $185.2K
- Avg. Shipment
- $37.0K
- Suppliers
- 3
- Buyers
- 2
- Transit (Sea)
- ~22 days
- Annual Growth
- +16.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions — Canada to India Salmeterol Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Canada companies export Salmeterol to India?
The leading Canada exporters of Salmeterol to India are ADIRAMEDICA INC. , ESPEE BIOPHARMA & FINECHEM LLC, ADIRAMEDICA INC.. ADIRAMEDICA INC. holds the largest market share at approximately 86% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Salmeterol imports from Canada to India?
India imports Salmeterol from Canada worth approximately $185.2K USD across 5 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $37.0K USD.
Q Which Indian ports receive Salmeterol from Canada?
The most active Indian port of entry is SAHAR AIR with 3 shipments. Canada exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 83% of shipments going by sea and 28% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from Canada to India for Salmeterol?
The average transit time for Salmeterol shipments from Canada 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 April–June.
Q Is the Canada to India Salmeterol import route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 16.7% with demand growth tracking at 14.4%. The route is ranked #10 among India's top Salmeterol import origins globally.
Q How many Canada suppliers are active on this Salmeterol import route?
There are currently 3 active Canada suppliers exporting Salmeterol to India. The market is moderately concentrated with ADIRAMEDICA INC. accounting for 86% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main Indian importers of Salmeterol from Canada?
The leading Indian importers of Salmeterol from Canada include LUPIN LIMITED , CIPLA LIMITED. LUPIN LIMITED is the largest buyer with 3 shipments worth $169.3K 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 Salmeterol.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 3 Indian exporters and 2 importers in Canada matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 5 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
5 Verified Shipments
3 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists