Indian Sulfadoxine Exporters: Complete Supplier Ranking with Market Share — 74 Manufacturers (2026) — TransData Nexus

Q: Who is the largest sulfadoxine buyer importing from India?

ERRA (GHANA) is the largest sulfadoxine importer from India with a 7.1% market share and import value of $3.8M.

Q: How many sulfadoxine buyers import from India?

There are 74 active sulfadoxine buyers importing from India, with a combined import market of $54.0M across 364 shipments according to Indian Customs (DGFT) records.

Q: What is the market share of top sulfadoxine buyers from India?

The top 5 sulfadoxine buyers — ERRA, BORNEO PACIFIC PHARMACEUTICALS LTD, CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES (CRS), EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND, SHALINA HEALTHCARE SARL — together control 20.5% of total sulfadoxine import value from India.

Suresh Sormare

Sulfadoxine

India Pharmaceutical Trade Intelligence

$54.0M41 Suppliers38 CountriesHS 30046000

ExportsIndia → NIGERIA27.3%India → CHAD14.2%

ImportsCHINA → India$1.7K

#1 Supplier: S KANT #1 Buyer: ERRA

Market Analysis: Top Importing Countries & Their Importers

1Nigeria

Nigeria emerges as the first largest importing country, achieving a total trade value of $14.8M through 8 shipments. This represents a market share of 27.3% of the total market activity, demonstrating their significant presence in the industry.

Top Importers: Nigeria has a diverse importer base, with their top importers including:

• EMBASSY PHARMACEUTICAL AND - $1.0M (7.1% of country's total business)

Key Insight: Nigeria demonstrates strong market positioning with an average shipment value of $1.8M, indicating premium pricing strategy compared to the market average of $148.4K.

Nigeria is a key market for Sulfadoxine imports, representing 27.3% of total trade value.

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2Chad

Chad emerges as the second largest importing country, achieving a total trade value of $7.7M through 4 shipments. This represents a market share of 14.2% of the total market activity, demonstrating their significant presence in the industry.

Chad has a diverse importer base, with their top importers including:

Buyer Segment Analysis

TransData Nexus Sulfadoxine buyer market intelligence

1Buyer Segment Analysis

The 74 buyers of Sulfadoxine from India can be categorized into several segments:

1. Government Procurement Agencies: These include national health ministries and international organizations involved in public health initiatives. Notable buyers in this segment are:

ERRA (Ghana): $3.81 million

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) (Guinea): $1.65 million

M/S. The Director General (Tanzania): $0.73 million

Programme National de Lutte (Côte d'Ivoire): $0.58 million

Unite de Gestion des Projets (UGP) (Cameroon): $0.39 million

UNDP Chad (Chad): $0.37 million

UNDP Guinea Bissau (Guinea Bissau): $0.34 million

These entities typically engage in bulk purchasing through international tenders to supply national healthcare programs, focusing on cost-effectiveness and consistent supply chains.

Country-Specific Import Regulations

TransData Nexus Sulfadoxine buyer market intelligence

1Country-Specific Import Regulations

For the top five importing countries of Sulfadoxine from India, the import regulations are as follows:

1. Nigeria:

Drug Regulatory Authority: National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).

Import Registration Process: Importers must submit a dossier for screening via the NAFDAC Automated Product Administration and Monitoring System (NAPAMS). Upon successful screening, a Permit to Import Product Samples for Registration is issued. The product must comply with NAFDAC labeling requirements. (nafdac.gov.ng)

Estimated Timeline for Registration: Approximately 120 days from acceptance of the application. (nafdac.gov.ng)

Import Tariff/Duty for HS 30046000: Specific tariff information for HS code 30046000 is not readily available. Importers should consult the Nigeria Customs Service for the most current rates.

2. Chad:

Drug Regulatory Authority: Direction de la Pharmacie et du Médicament (DPM).

Demand Drivers & Market Opportunity

TransData Nexus Sulfadoxine buyer market intelligence

1Demand Drivers & Market Opportunity

The demand for Sulfadoxine in importing countries is primarily driven by:

1. Disease Prevalence: Sulfadoxine is commonly used in the treatment and prevention of malaria, a disease prevalent in many of the importing countries. For instance, Nigeria reported approximately 60 million cases of malaria in 2025, underscoring the need for effective antimalarial medications.

2. Government Healthcare Programs: Many governments have implemented national malaria control programs that include the distribution of antimalarial drugs like Sulfadoxine. These programs often involve large-scale procurement to ensure widespread availability.

3. Universal Health Coverage Expansion: Efforts to expand healthcare access have led to increased demand for essential medicines. Countries like Ghana and Tanzania have made significant strides in improving healthcare infrastructure, resulting in higher procurement of medications.

4. WHO Essential Medicines List Procurement: Sulfadoxine is listed on the WHO Essential Medicines List, prompting countries to include it in their standard procurement to meet international health standards.

5. Tender-Based Purchasing: International organizations and government agencies often use tender systems to procure large quantities of medications, ensuring competitive pricing and consistent supply. The presence of 74 buyers across 38 countries indicates a robust and diverse market for Sulfadoxine, presenting opportunities for suppliers to engage in these procurement processes.

TransData Nexus Research · Government and regulatory sourcesMar 2026

Common Questions — Sulfadoxine Buyers & Importers

Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus

QWho is the largest sulfadoxine buyer importing from India?

Based on import volume and value, ERRA (GHANA) leads with $3.8M in imports and a 7.1% market share — the highest of any single sulfadoxine importer. BORNEO PACIFIC PHARMACEUTICALS LTD (PAPUA NEW GUINEA) and CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES (CRS) (GUINEA) are the next largest buyers.

QHow many companies buy sulfadoxine from India?

There are 74 active sulfadoxine buyers importing from India, with a combined market of $54.0M across 364 shipments to 38 countries. The top 5 buyers hold 20.5% of total import value, while the remaining 69 buyers handle the other 79.5%.

QWhich countries import the most sulfadoxine from India?

The top importing countries for sulfadoxine from India are Nigeria (27.3%), Chad (14.2%), Burkina Faso (13.1%), Papua New Guinea (7.2%), Senegal (6.4%). These markets represent the largest demand centres for Indian pharmaceutical exports of sulfadoxine, with buyers ranging from government procurement agencies to private pharmaceutical distributors.

QWhat is the average import order value for sulfadoxine from India?

The average import transaction value for sulfadoxine from India is , with an average unit price of . Order sizes vary significantly based on buyer type — government tenders tend to be larger while private distributors place more frequent smaller orders.

Buyer Segment Analysis

TransData Nexus Sulfadoxine buyer market intelligence

1Buyer Segment Analysis

The 74 buyers of Sulfadoxine from India can be categorized into several segments:

1. Government Procurement Agencies: These include national health ministries and international organizations involved in public health initiatives. Notable buyers in this segment are:

ERRA (Ghana): $3.81 million

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) (Guinea): $1.65 million

M/S. The Director General (Tanzania): $0.73 million

Programme National de Lutte (Côte d'Ivoire): $0.58 million

Unite de Gestion des Projets (UGP) (Cameroon): $0.39 million

UNDP Chad (Chad): $0.37 million

UNDP Guinea Bissau (Guinea Bissau): $0.34 million

These entities typically engage in bulk purchasing through international tenders to supply national healthcare programs, focusing on cost-effectiveness and consistent supply chains.

Country-Specific Import Regulations

TransData Nexus Sulfadoxine buyer market intelligence

1Country-Specific Import Regulations

For the top five importing countries of Sulfadoxine from India, the import regulations are as follows:

1. Nigeria:

Drug Regulatory Authority: National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC).

Estimated Timeline for Registration: Approximately 120 days from acceptance of the application. (nafdac.gov.ng)

Import Tariff/Duty for HS 30046000: Specific tariff information for HS code 30046000 is not readily available. Importers should consult the Nigeria Customs Service for the most current rates.

2. Chad:

Drug Regulatory Authority: Direction de la Pharmacie et du Médicament (DPM).

Demand Drivers & Market Opportunity

TransData Nexus Sulfadoxine buyer market intelligence

1Demand Drivers & Market Opportunity

The demand for Sulfadoxine in importing countries is primarily driven by:

TransData Nexus Research · Government and regulatory sourcesMar 2026

Research Methodology & Data Transparency

Suresh Sormare

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Pharmaceutical 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.

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Primary 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.

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Market Analysis: Top Importing Countries & Their Importers

1Nigeria

2Chad

Buyer Segment Analysis

1Buyer Segment Analysis

Country-Specific Import Regulations

1Country-Specific Import Regulations

Demand Drivers & Market Opportunity

1Demand Drivers & Market Opportunity

Common Questions — Sulfadoxine Buyers & Importers

QWho is the largest sulfadoxine buyer importing from India?

QHow many companies buy sulfadoxine from India?

QWhich countries import the most sulfadoxine from India?

QWhat is the average import order value for sulfadoxine from India?

Buyer Segment Analysis

1Buyer Segment Analysis

Country-Specific Import Regulations

1Country-Specific Import Regulations

Demand Drivers & Market Opportunity

1Demand Drivers & Market Opportunity

Official References & Regulatory Resources

Research Methodology & Data Transparency

Suresh Sormare

Primary Data Source

3Burkina Faso

4Papua New Guinea

5Senegal

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