Finland to India: Strip Import Trade Route
India has recorded 12 verified shipments of Strip imported from Finland, representing a combined trade value of $171.8M USD. This corridor is served by 2 active Finland exporters, with an average shipment value of $14.3M USD. The leading Finland supplier is NEXTPHARMA OY , which accounts for 100% of total import value with 2 shipments worth $171.8M USD. On the buying side, SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS LIMITED is the largest Indian importer with $171.8M USD in purchases. All data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill of entry records. Values reported in FOB USD.

Route Intelligence Overview
The Finland to India Strip corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical import routes from Finland, with 12 shipments documented worth a combined $171.8M USD. The route is dominated by NEXTPHARMA OY , which alone accounts for roughly 100% of all import value, reflecting the consolidated nature of Finland's strip export sector.
Across 2 active Finland suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $14.3M USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 75% of all shipments, consistent with strip's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during October–December, with an average transit time of 31 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 28.9%, placing it at rank #9 among India's top strip import origins globally.
On the Indian buyer side, key Indian importers include SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS LIMITED , SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED. SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS LIMITED is the single largest Indian importer with 2 shipments valued at $171.8M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit31 days
- Peak seasonQ4
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top port of entryBANGALORE ACC (INBLR4)
Market Position
- Global rank#9
- Annual growth+28.9%
- Demand growth+24.2%
- Regulatory ease78/100
Top 10 Strip Exporters from Finland to India
Showing top 10 of 2 Finland suppliers exporting Strip to India, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Finland Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NEXTPHARMA OY Avg $85.9M per shipment | 2 | $171.8M | 100.0% |
| 2 | NEXTPHARMA OY Avg $350 per shipment | 10 | $3.5K | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 2 Finland companies exporting strip to India, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: NEXTPHARMA OY , NEXTPHARMA OY. NEXTPHARMA OY is the dominant supplier with 2 shipments worth $171.8M USD, giving it a 100% market share.
Top 10 Indian Strip Importers from Finland
Showing top 10 of 2 known Indian buyers receiving Strip shipments from Finland, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading Indian importers of Finland strip include SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS LIMITED , SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED. The largest importer is SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS LIMITED , accounting for $171.8M USD across 2 shipments — representing 100% of all strip imports from Finland on this route.
| Rank | Indian Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS LIMITED | 2 | $171.8M | 100.0% |
| 2 | SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED | 10 | $3.5K | 0.0% |
Top 10 Strip Formulations Imported from Finland
Showing top 10 of 6 product formulations shipped on the Finland to India Strip route, ranked by trade value
India imports a wide range of strip formulations from Finland, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — (FOC - SAMPLE FOR TESTING) - DEV TAFLUPROST 0.0015% UD SOM POUCHED AMPOULE STRIPS 200 PCE - 3044521 — accounts for $85.9M USD across 1 shipments. A total of 6 product variants have been identified in the shipment records.
| Rank | Product Formulation | Shipments | Trade Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | (FOC - SAMPLE FOR TESTING) - DEV TAFLUPROST 0.0015% UD SOM POUCHED AMPOULE STRIPS 200 PCE - 3044521 | 1 | $85.9M | 50.0% |
| 2 | (FOC - SAMPLE FOR TESTING) - DEV TAFLUPROST 0.0015% UD SOM POUCHED AMPOULE STRIPS 200 PCE - 3047691 | 1 | $85.9M | 50.0% |
| 3 | (FOC - SAMPLES FOR TESTING) - DEV DORZOLAMIDE 2% TIMOLOL 0.5% SOM, POUCHED AMPOULE STRIPS - FP 325762 / SFP 325724(FOC - SAMPLES FOR TESTING) - DEV DORZOLAMIDE 2% TIMOLOL 0.5 | 3 | $1.1K | 0.0% |
| 4 | (FOC - SAMPLES FOR TESTING) - DEV DORZOLAMIDE 2% TIMOLOL 0.5% SOM, POUCHED AMPOULE STRIPS - FP 331273/SFP 330713(FOC - SAMPLES FOR TESTING) - DEV DORZOLAMIDE 2% TIMOLOL 0.5 | 3 | $895 | 0.0% |
| 5 | (FOC - SAMPLES FOR TESTING) - DEV DORZOLAMIDE 2% TIMOLOL 0.5% SOM, POUCHED AMPOULE STRIPS - FP 332027 / SFP 328057(FOC - SAMPLES FOR TESTING) - DEV DORZOLAMIDE 2% TIMOLOL 0.5 | 2 | $799 | 0.0% |
| 6 | (FOC - SAMPLES FOR TESTING) - DEV DORZOLAMIDE 2% TIMOLOL 0.5% SOM, POUCHED AMPOULE STRIPS - FP 331273 / SFP 330713(FOC - SAMPLES FOR TESTING) - DEV DORZOLAMIDE 2% TIMOLOL 0.5 | 2 | $746 | 0.0% |
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 75%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Indian Ports of Entry
BANGALORE ACC (INBLR4) handles the highest volume with 10 shipments. Transit time averages 31 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's strip imports from Finland are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale Finland manufacturers. NEXTPHARMA OY with 2 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 2 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — Indian buyers benefit from Finland supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — NEXTPHARMA OY , NEXTPHARMA OY — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $14.3M USD reflects primarily bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical distributors.
Beyond the primary product category, shipments on this route include closely related formulations such as (foc - sample for testing) - dev tafluprost 0.0015% ud som pouched ampoule strips 200 pce - 3047691 and (foc - samples for testing) - dev dorzolamide 2% timolol 0.5% som, pouched ampoule strips - fp 325762 / sfp 325724(foc - samples for testing) - dev dorzolamide 2% timolol 0.5, suggesting that Indian buyers tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Finland supplier.
On the buying side, SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS LIMITED is the largest importer with 2 shipments worth $171.8M USD — representing 100% of all strip imports from Finland on this route.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $171.8M
- Avg. Shipment
- $14.3M
- Suppliers
- 2
- Buyers
- 2
- Transit (Sea)
- ~31 days
- Annual Growth
- +28.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions — Finland to India Strip Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Finland companies export Strip to India?
The leading Finland exporters of Strip to India are NEXTPHARMA OY , NEXTPHARMA OY. NEXTPHARMA OY holds the largest market share at approximately 100% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Strip imports from Finland to India?
India imports Strip from Finland worth approximately $171.8M USD across 12 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $14.3M USD.
Q Which Indian ports receive Strip from Finland?
The most active Indian port of entry is BANGALORE ACC (INBLR4) with 10 shipments. Finland exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 75% of shipments going by sea and 23% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from Finland to India for Strip?
The average transit time for Strip shipments from Finland 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 October–December.
Q Is the Finland to India Strip import route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 28.9% with demand growth tracking at 24.2%. The route is ranked #9 among India's top Strip import origins globally.
Q How many Finland suppliers are active on this Strip import route?
There are currently 2 active Finland suppliers exporting Strip to India. The market is moderately concentrated with NEXTPHARMA OY accounting for 100% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main Indian importers of Strip from Finland?
The leading Indian importers of Strip from Finland include SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS LIMITED , SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS PRIVATE LIMITED. SOMERSET THERAPEUTICS LIMITED is the largest buyer with 2 shipments worth $171.8M 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 Finland export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Strip.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 2 Indian exporters and 2 importers in Finland matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 12 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
12 Verified Shipments
2 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists