India to Thailand: Sodium Export Trade Route
India has recorded 619 verified shipments of Sodium exported to Thailand, representing a combined trade value of $24.3M USD. This corridor is served by 125 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $39.3K USD. The leading Indian exporter is SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED , which accounts for 29% of total export value with 23 shipments worth $6.9M USD. On the buying side, RANBAXY (THAILAND) CO., LTD. is the largest importer in Thailand with $6.9M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED , TROIKAA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, GLAND PHARMA LTD — together control 53% 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 Thailand Sodium corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 619 shipments documented worth a combined $24.3M USD. The route is dominated by SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED , which alone accounts for roughly 29% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's sodium manufacturing sector.
Across 125 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $39.3K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 80% of all shipments, consistent with sodium's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during April–June, with an average transit time of 15 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 17.0%, placing it at rank #16 among India's top sodium export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian sodium in Thailand include RANBAXY (THAILAND) CO., LTD. , PINYO PHARMACY LTD, PART,, P . P . L . P and 164 others. RANBAXY (THAILAND) CO., LTD. is the single largest importer with 20 shipments valued at $6.9M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit15 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#16
- Annual growth+17.0%
- Demand growth+14.7%
- Regulatory ease84/100
Top 10 Indian Sodium Exporters to Thailand
Showing top 10 of 125 Indian suppliers exporting Sodium to Thailand, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $301.9K per shipment | 23 | $6.9M | 28.6% |
| 2 | TROIKAA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $186.1K per shipment | 22 | $4.1M | 16.8% |
| 3 | GLAND PHARMA LTD Avg $165.1K per shipment | 11 | $1.8M | 7.5% |
| 4 | ANTILA LIFESCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $33.3K per shipment | 40 | $1.3M | 5.5% |
| 5 | ASTRAL STERITECH PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $140.0K per shipment | 7 | $980.2K | 4.0% |
| 6 | ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED Avg $33.4K per shipment | 21 | $702.0K | 2.9% |
| 7 | GLAND PHARMA LIMITED Avg $173.9K per shipment | 4 | $695.7K | 2.9% |
| 8 | GLAND PHARMA LIMITED Avg $54.9K per shipment | 10 | $549.1K | 2.3% |
| 9 | SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED Avg $51.2K per shipment | 9 | $460.9K | 1.9% |
| 10 | MICRO LABS LIMITED Avg $34.0K per shipment | 12 | $408.5K | 1.7% |
This table shows the top 10 of 125 Indian companies exporting sodium to Thailand, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED , TROIKAA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, GLAND PHARMA LTD, ANTILA LIFESCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED, ASTRAL STERITECH PRIVATE LIMITED, ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED, GLAND PHARMA LIMITED , GLAND PHARMA LIMITED, SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED, MICRO LABS LIMITED. SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 23 shipments worth $6.9M USD, giving it a 29% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 53% of the total trade value on this route.
Showing top 10 of 125 total Indian exporters on the India to Thailand Sodium export route.
Top 10 Sodium Importers in Thailand
Showing top 10 of 167 known buyers in Thailand receiving Sodium shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian sodium in Thailand include RANBAXY (THAILAND) CO., LTD. , PINYO PHARMACY LTD, PART,, P . P . L . P, NOVARTIS THAILAND LIMITED, KASIKORNBANK PUBLIC COMPANY, among 167 total buyers. The largest importer is RANBAXY (THAILAND) CO., LTD. , accounting for $6.9M USD across 20 shipments — representing 28% of all sodium imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RANBAXY (THAILAND) CO., LTD. | 20 | $6.9M | 28.3% |
| 2 | PINYO PHARMACY LTD, PART, | 1 | $1.4M | 5.8% |
| 3 | P . P . L . P | 4 | $1.1M | 4.5% |
| 4 | NOVARTIS THAILAND LIMITED | 7 | $980.2K | 4.0% |
| 5 | KASIKORNBANK PUBLIC COMPANY | 28 | $779.1K | 3.2% |
| 6 | ABCA PHARMA LAB(THAILAND)CO.,LTD | 4 | $685.6K | 2.8% |
| 7 | KASIKORNBANK PUBLIC COMPANY LIMITED | 46 | $668.2K | 2.7% |
| 8 | KASPA PHARMACEUTICAL (THAILAND) | 19 | $646.3K | 2.7% |
| 9 | TO THE ORDER OF | 30 | $626.5K | 2.6% |
| 10 | NEO GEN THAI CO. LTD. | 2 | $562.0K | 2.3% |
Showing top 10 of 167 Sodium importers in Thailand on this route.
Top 10 Sodium Formulations Imported by Thailand
Showing top 10 of 428 product formulations shipped on the India to Thailand Sodium route, ranked by trade value
Thailand imports a wide range of sodium formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — ENCORATE TABLETS 200mg (SODIUM VALPROATE — accounts for $3.6M USD across 5 shipments. There are 428 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 | ENCORATE TABLETS 200mg (SODIUM VALPROATE | 5 | $3.6M | 14.6% |
| 2 | ENCORATE CHRONO 200MG TABLETS (SODIUM VA | 5 | $2.5M | 10.4% |
| 3 | PHARMACEUTICALS FORMULATIONS- HEPARIN SODIUM INJECTION BP 5000IU/ML-5ML-5ML VIAL(25000IU IN 5ML) NUPARIN | 1 | $1.4M | 5.8% |
| 4 | ASTAZ P EACH VL CONT PIPERACILLIN SODIUM EQUIVALENT TO PIPERACILLIN IP 4GM TAZOBACTAM SODIUM EQ TO TAZOBACTAM 500MG | 7 | $980.2K | 4.0% |
| 5 | PHARMACEUTICALS FORMULATIONS:HEPARIN SODIUM INJECTION BP 5000IU/ML- 5ML-5ML VIAL( 25000IU IN 5ML) NUPARIN (HEPARIN SODIU | 1 | $568.7K | 2.3% |
| 6 | PHARMACEUTICALS FORMULATIONS HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE FOR INJE (HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE FOR IN | 3 | $559.0K | 2.3% |
| 7 | ENCORATE CHRONO 200 TABLETS (SODIUM VALP | 8 | $492.1K | 2.0% |
| 8 | PHARMACEUTICALS FORMULATIONS , NUPARIN Heparin Sodium Injection BP 5000IU/ML-5ML-5ML Vial, (25000IU in 5ML)(DTLS AS PER | 1 | $421.6K | 1.7% |
| 9 | PHARMACEUTICALS FORMULATIONS-HEPARIN SODIUM INJECTION BP 5000IU/ML- 5ML-5ML VIAL(25000IU IN 5ML) NUPARIN (HEPARIN SODIU | 1 | $419.4K | 1.7% |
| 10 | ALDREN 70MG TABLETS (ALENDRONATE SODIUM)1X4T | 2 | $380.6K | 1.6% |
Showing top 10 of 428 Sodium formulations imported by Thailand on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 80%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 91 shipments. Transit time averages 15 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's sodium exports to Thailand are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED with 23 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 125 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Thailand benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED , TROIKAA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, GLAND PHARMA LTD — together account for 53% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $39.3K 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 encorate chrono 200mg tablets (sodium va and pharmaceuticals formulations- heparin sodium injection bp 5000iu/ml-5ml-5ml vial(25000iu in 5ml) nuparin, suggesting that buyers in Thailand tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, RANBAXY (THAILAND) CO., LTD. is the largest importer with 20 shipments worth $6.9M USD — representing 28% of all sodium imports from India on this route. A total of 167 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $24.3M
- Avg. Shipment
- $39.3K
- Suppliers
- 125
- Buyers
- 167
- Transit (Sea)
- ~15 days
- Annual Growth
- +17.0%
Reverse Direction
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Thailand Sodium Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Sodium to Thailand?
The leading Indian exporters of Sodium to Thailand are SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED , TROIKAA PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, GLAND PHARMA LTD. SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 29% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Sodium exports from India to Thailand?
India exports Sodium to Thailand worth approximately $24.3M USD across 619 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $39.3K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Sodium to Thailand?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 91 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 80% of shipments going by sea and 26% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Thailand for Sodium?
The average transit time for Sodium shipments from India to Thailand is approximately 15 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 India to Thailand Sodium trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 17.0% with demand growth tracking at 14.7%. The route is ranked #16 among India's top Sodium export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Thailand Sodium route?
There are currently 125 active Indian suppliers exporting Sodium to Thailand. The market is moderately concentrated with SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED accounting for 29% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Sodium from India in Thailand?
The leading importers of Indian Sodium in Thailand include RANBAXY (THAILAND) CO., LTD. , PINYO PHARMACY LTD, PART,, P . P . L . P, NOVARTIS THAILAND LIMITED, KASIKORNBANK PUBLIC COMPANY. RANBAXY (THAILAND) CO., LTD. is the largest buyer with 20 shipments worth $6.9M 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 Thailand export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Sodium.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 125 Indian exporters and 167 importers in Thailand matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 619 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
619 Verified Shipments
125 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists