India to Malta: Simvastatin Export Trade Route
India has recorded 473 verified shipments of Simvastatin exported to Malta, representing a combined trade value of $7.3M USD. This corridor is served by 8 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $15.5K USD. The leading Indian exporter is AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, which accounts for 73% of total export value with 289 shipments worth $5.4M USD. On the buying side, APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., is the largest importer in Malta with $4.8M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED — together control 93% 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 Malta Simvastatin corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 473 shipments documented worth a combined $7.3M USD. The route is dominated by AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, which alone accounts for roughly 73% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's simvastatin manufacturing sector.
Across 8 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $15.5K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 78% of all shipments, consistent with simvastatin's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during October–December, with an average transit time of 25 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 27.8%, placing it at rank #10 among India's top simvastatin export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian simvastatin in Malta include APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD.,, APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., , APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD and 15 others. APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., is the single largest importer with 225 shipments valued at $4.8M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit25 days
- Peak seasonQ4
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portVIZAG SEA
Market Position
- Global rank#10
- Annual growth+27.8%
- Demand growth+23.3%
- Regulatory ease81/100
Top 10 Indian Simvastatin Exporters to Malta
Showing top 10 of 8 Indian suppliers exporting Simvastatin to Malta, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD Avg $18.5K per shipment | 289 | $5.4M | 73.0% |
| 2 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD Avg $11.9K per shipment | 71 | $846.9K | 11.5% |
| 3 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED Avg $6.4K per shipment | 91 | $585.4K | 8.0% |
| 4 | WATSON PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $33.0K per shipment | 10 | $329.7K | 4.5% |
| 5 | WATSON PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $40.4K per shipment | 3 | $121.3K | 1.7% |
| 6 | TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $15.0K per shipment | 4 | $60.1K | 0.8% |
| 7 | TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD Avg $9.4K per shipment | 4 | $37.5K | 0.5% |
| 8 | EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $0 per shipment | 1 | $0 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 8 Indian companies exporting simvastatin to Malta, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED, WATSON PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED , WATSON PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED, TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD is the dominant supplier with 289 shipments worth $5.4M USD, giving it a 73% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 93% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Simvastatin Importers in Malta
Showing top 10 of 18 known buyers in Malta receiving Simvastatin shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian simvastatin in Malta include APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD.,, APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., , APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD, ACTAVIS LIMITED , APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LIMITED,, among 18 total buyers. The largest importer is APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD.,, accounting for $4.8M USD across 225 shipments — representing 66% of all simvastatin imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., | 225 | $4.8M | 66.0% |
| 2 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., | 70 | $801.3K | 10.9% |
| 3 | APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD | 39 | $341.0K | 4.6% |
| 4 | ACTAVIS LIMITED | 10 | $329.7K | 4.5% |
| 5 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LIMITED, | 36 | $208.3K | 2.8% |
| 6 | APL Swift Services Malta LIMITED | 26 | $130.4K | 1.8% |
| 7 | APL Swift Services Malta Ltd | 12 | $126.7K | 1.7% |
| 8 | ACTAVIS LIMITED | 3 | $121.3K | 1.7% |
| 9 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD. | 23 | $102.7K | 1.4% |
| 10 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LIMITED | 13 | $61.7K | 0.8% |
Showing top 10 of 18 Simvastatin importers in Malta on this route.
Top 10 Simvastatin Formulations Imported by Malta
Showing top 10 of 251 product formulations shipped on the India to Malta Simvastatin route, ranked by trade value
Malta imports a wide range of simvastatin formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — SIMVASTATIN 10MG TABLETS(Simvastatina Au — accounts for $3.2M USD across 5 shipments. There are 251 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 | SIMVASTATIN 10MG TABLETS(Simvastatina Au | 5 | $3.2M | 43.4% |
| 2 | SIMVASTATIN TABLETS 20MG(Simvastatina Au | 2 | $680.9K | 9.3% |
| 3 | SIMVASTATIN TABLETS 20MG(Sinvastatina Au | 9 | $368.2K | 5.0% |
| 4 | SIMVASTATIN 40MG TABLETS(SIMVASTATINE AUROBINDO 40 MG, FILMOMHULDE TABLETTEN)90SNOS | 12 | $214.3K | 2.9% |
| 5 | EZETIMIBE AND SIMVASTATIN TABLETS 10MG/2 | 7 | $202.4K | 2.8% |
| 6 | SIMVASTATIN TABLETS 20MG(Simvastatina Au | 8 | $166.9K | 2.3% |
| 7 | SIMVASTATIN 40MG TABLETS SIMVASTATIN PUREN 40 MG FILMTABLETTEN 100 S | 3 | $117.2K | 1.6% |
| 8 | SIMVASTATIN 40MG TABLETS(SIMVASTATINE AUROBINDO 40 MG, FILMOMHULDE TABLETTEN)1000'S | 6 | $84.9K | 1.2% |
| 9 | SIMVASTATIN 40MG TABLETSSimvastatine Aurobindo 40 mg, filmomhulde tabletten1000'S | 2 | $80.9K | 1.1% |
| 10 | SIMVASTATIN 40MG TABLETS(SIMVASTATINE AUROBINDO 40 MG, FILMOMHULDE TABLETTEN)1000'SNOS | 9 | $79.9K | 1.1% |
Showing top 10 of 251 Simvastatin formulations imported by Malta on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 78%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
VIZAG SEA handles the highest volume with 124 shipments. Transit time averages 25 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's simvastatin exports to Malta are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD with 289 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 8 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Malta benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED — together account for 93% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $15.5K 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 simvastatin tablets 20mg(simvastatina au and simvastatin tablets 20mg(sinvastatina au , suggesting that buyers in Malta tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., is the largest importer with 225 shipments worth $4.8M USD — representing 66% of all simvastatin imports from India on this route. A total of 18 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $7.3M
- Avg. Shipment
- $15.5K
- Suppliers
- 8
- Buyers
- 18
- Transit (Sea)
- ~25 days
- Annual Growth
- +27.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Malta Simvastatin Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Simvastatin to Malta?
The leading Indian exporters of Simvastatin to Malta are AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED. AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 73% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Simvastatin exports from India to Malta?
India exports Simvastatin to Malta worth approximately $7.3M USD across 473 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $15.5K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Simvastatin to Malta?
The most active port of origin is VIZAG SEA with 124 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 78% of shipments going by sea and 24% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Malta for Simvastatin?
The average transit time for Simvastatin shipments from India to Malta is approximately 25 days. Sea freight typically takes longer, while air freight can reduce this significantly for urgent orders. Peak shipping activity is observed during October–December.
Q Is the India to Malta Simvastatin trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 27.8% with demand growth tracking at 23.3%. The route is ranked #10 among India's top Simvastatin export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Malta Simvastatin route?
There are currently 8 active Indian suppliers exporting Simvastatin to Malta. The market is moderately concentrated with AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD accounting for 73% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Simvastatin from India in Malta?
The leading importers of Indian Simvastatin in Malta include APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD.,, APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., , APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD, ACTAVIS LIMITED , APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LIMITED,. APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., is the largest buyer with 225 shipments worth $4.8M 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 Malta export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Simvastatin.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 8 Indian exporters and 18 importers in Malta matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 473 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
473 Verified Shipments
8 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists