India to South Korea: Strip Export Trade Route
India has recorded 115 verified shipments of Strip exported to South Korea, representing a combined trade value of $732 USD. This corridor is served by 4 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $6 USD. The leading Indian exporter is RUCHA ENTERPRISES, which accounts for 89% of total export value with 107 shipments worth $648 USD. On the buying side, TO THE MASTER OF M.V. MARI COUVA is the largest importer in South Korea with $254 USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — RUCHA ENTERPRISES, TULSI MEDICAL GENERAL STORES, 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED — together control 100% 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 Korea Strip corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 115 shipments documented worth a combined $732 USD. The route is dominated by RUCHA ENTERPRISES, which alone accounts for roughly 89% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's strip manufacturing sector.
Across 4 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $6 USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 73% of all shipments, consistent with strip's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during April–June, with an average transit time of 28 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 23.0%, placing it at rank #8 among India's top strip export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian strip in South Korea include TO THE MASTER OF M.V. MARI COUVA, TO THE MASTER OF M.T. MELODY HOPE, TO THE MASTER OF M.T. ATHENS C and 15 others. TO THE MASTER OF M.V. MARI COUVA is the single largest importer with 34 shipments valued at $254 USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit28 days
- Peak seasonQ2
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portSAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4)
Market Position
- Global rank#8
- Annual growth+23.0%
- Demand growth+21.3%
- Regulatory ease75/100
Top 10 Indian Strip Exporters to South Korea
Showing top 10 of 4 Indian suppliers exporting Strip to South Korea, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RUCHA ENTERPRISES Avg $6 per shipment | 107 | $648 | 88.6% |
| 2 | TULSI MEDICAL GENERAL STORES Avg $16 per shipment | 3 | $48 | 6.5% |
| 3 | 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $9 per shipment | 4 | $35 | 4.8% |
| 4 | REDCLIFFE HYGIENE PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $1 per shipment | 1 | $1 | 0.1% |
This table shows the top 10 of 4 Indian companies exporting strip to South Korea, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: RUCHA ENTERPRISES, TULSI MEDICAL GENERAL STORES, 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED, REDCLIFFE HYGIENE PRIVATE LIMITED. RUCHA ENTERPRISES is the dominant supplier with 107 shipments worth $648 USD, giving it a 89% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 100% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Strip Importers in South Korea
Showing top 10 of 18 known buyers in South Korea receiving Strip shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian strip in South Korea include TO THE MASTER OF M.V. MARI COUVA, TO THE MASTER OF M.T. MELODY HOPE, TO THE MASTER OF M.T. ATHENS C, TO THE MASTER OF M.V. LOWLANDS CON, TO THE MASTER OF M.V. CHEMROAD SEA, among 18 total buyers. The largest importer is TO THE MASTER OF M.V. MARI COUVA, accounting for $254 USD across 34 shipments — representing 35% of all strip imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TO THE MASTER OF M.V. MARI COUVA | 34 | $254 | 34.7% |
| 2 | TO THE MASTER OF M.T. MELODY HOPE | 14 | $104 | 14.3% |
| 3 | TO THE MASTER OF M.T. ATHENS C | 14 | $84 | 11.5% |
| 4 | TO THE MASTER OF M.V. LOWLANDS CON | 16 | $58 | 7.9% |
| 5 | TO THE MASTER OF M.V. CHEMROAD SEA | 6 | $48 | 6.6% |
| 6 | TO THE MASTER OF M.T. MTM SOUTHPOR | 6 | $37 | 5.0% |
| 7 | Consignee Master Owner Of MARLIN | 2 | $36 | 4.9% |
| 8 | THE MASTER OF SEAWAYS OLIVE | 2 | $17 | 2.3% |
| 9 | TO THE MASTER OF M.T. DUCHESS OF D | 4 | $14 | 2.0% |
| 10 | THE MASTER OF KEY WEST SHIP SPARES | 1 | $14 | 2.0% |
Showing top 10 of 18 Strip importers in South Korea on this route.
Top 10 Strip Formulations Imported by South Korea
Showing top 10 of 36 product formulations shipped on the India to South Korea Strip route, ranked by trade value
South Korea imports a wide range of strip formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — Chloroquine 250mg Tablet 10s Strip — accounts for $89 USD across 3 shipments. There are 36 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 | Chloroquine 250mg Tablet 10s Strip | 3 | $89 | 12.1% |
| 2 | Acyclovir 400mg Tablet 10s Strip | 5 | $87 | 12.0% |
| 3 | Senasof 12mg Tablet 10s Strip | 5 | $62 | 8.5% |
| 4 | Paracetamol 500mg Tablet 10s Strip | 16 | $61 | 8.3% |
| 5 | Cinnarizine 25mg Tablet 10s Strip | 2 | $49 | 6.6% |
| 6 | Metoprolol 100mg Tablet 10s Strip | 3 | $36 | 5.0% |
| 7 | Tranexamic Acid 500mg Tablet 10s Strip | 2 | $35 | 4.8% |
| 8 | Ondansetron hydrochloride 4mg Tablet 10s Strip | 4 | $34 | 4.7% |
| 9 | Aspirin 325mg, 14s strip | 11 | $24 | 3.3% |
| 10 | FLUO STRIP FLUORESCEIN OPTHA. STRIP | 2 | $24 | 3.3% |
Showing top 10 of 36 Strip formulations imported by South Korea on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 73%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) handles the highest volume with 99 shipments. Transit time averages 28 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's strip exports to South Korea are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. RUCHA ENTERPRISES with 107 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 4 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in South Korea benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — RUCHA ENTERPRISES, TULSI MEDICAL GENERAL STORES, 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED — together account for 100% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $6 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 acyclovir 400mg tablet 10s strip and senasof 12mg tablet 10s strip, suggesting that buyers in South Korea tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, TO THE MASTER OF M.V. MARI COUVA is the largest importer with 34 shipments worth $254 USD — representing 35% of all strip imports from India on this route. A total of 18 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $732
- Avg. Shipment
- $6
- Suppliers
- 4
- Buyers
- 18
- Transit (Sea)
- ~28 days
- Annual Growth
- +23.0%
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TransData Nexus provides verified shipment-level records, supplier contact details, HS code breakdowns, real-time pricing benchmarks, and regulatory compliance guides for 115 shipments on this route.
Frequently Asked Questions — India to South Korea Strip Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Strip to South Korea?
The leading Indian exporters of Strip to South Korea are RUCHA ENTERPRISES, TULSI MEDICAL GENERAL STORES, 3CUBE MEDICARE PRIVATE LIMITED. RUCHA ENTERPRISES holds the largest market share at approximately 89% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Strip exports from India to South Korea?
India exports Strip to South Korea worth approximately $732 USD across 115 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $6 USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Strip to South Korea?
The most active port of origin is SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) with 99 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 73% of shipments going by sea and 21% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to South Korea for Strip?
The average transit time for Strip shipments from India to South Korea is approximately 28 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 South Korea Strip trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 23.0% with demand growth tracking at 21.3%. The route is ranked #8 among India's top Strip export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to South Korea Strip route?
There are currently 4 active Indian suppliers exporting Strip to South Korea. The market is moderately concentrated with RUCHA ENTERPRISES accounting for 89% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Strip from India in South Korea?
The leading importers of Indian Strip in South Korea include TO THE MASTER OF M.V. MARI COUVA, TO THE MASTER OF M.T. MELODY HOPE, TO THE MASTER OF M.T. ATHENS C, TO THE MASTER OF M.V. LOWLANDS CON, TO THE MASTER OF M.V. CHEMROAD SEA. TO THE MASTER OF M.V. MARI COUVA is the largest buyer with 34 shipments worth $254 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 Korea export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Strip.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 4 Indian exporters and 18 importers in South Korea matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 115 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
115 Verified Shipments
4 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists