India to France: Sulfamethoxazole Export Trade Route
India has recorded 43 verified shipments of Sulfamethoxazole exported to France, representing a combined trade value of $631.4K USD. This corridor is served by 6 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $14.7K USD. The leading Indian exporter is MEDREICH LIMITED, which accounts for 55% of total export value with 16 shipments worth $346.1K USD. On the buying side, LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT is the largest importer in France with $346.1K USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — MEDREICH LIMITED, DEVATS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED — together control 94% 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 France Sulfamethoxazole corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 43 shipments documented worth a combined $631.4K USD. The route is dominated by MEDREICH LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 55% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's sulfamethoxazole manufacturing sector.
Across 6 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $14.7K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 82% of all shipments, consistent with sulfamethoxazole's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during July–September, with an average transit time of 22 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 28.6%, placing it at rank #9 among India's top sulfamethoxazole export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian sulfamethoxazole in France include LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT, EURIMAX PHARMA, LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT and 4 others. LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT is the single largest importer with 16 shipments valued at $346.1K USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit22 days
- Peak seasonQ3
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portSAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4)
Market Position
- Global rank#9
- Annual growth+28.6%
- Demand growth+25.8%
- Regulatory ease86/100
Top 10 Indian Sulfamethoxazole Exporters to France
Showing top 10 of 6 Indian suppliers exporting Sulfamethoxazole to France, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MEDREICH LIMITED Avg $21.6K per shipment | 16 | $346.1K | 54.8% |
| 2 | DEVATS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $22.7K per shipment | 6 | $136.1K | 21.5% |
| 3 | MEDREICH LIMITED Avg $27.1K per shipment | 4 | $108.3K | 17.1% |
| 4 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $1.2K per shipment | 14 | $17.5K | 2.8% |
| 5 | MICRO LABS LIMITED Avg $16.7K per shipment | 1 | $16.7K | 2.7% |
| 6 | CIPLA LIMITED Avg $3.4K per shipment | 2 | $6.8K | 1.1% |
This table shows the top 10 of 6 Indian companies exporting sulfamethoxazole to France, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: MEDREICH LIMITED, DEVATS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED , CIPLA LIMITED , MICRO LABS LIMITED , CIPLA LIMITED. MEDREICH LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 16 shipments worth $346.1K USD, giving it a 55% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 94% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Sulfamethoxazole Importers in France
Showing top 10 of 7 known buyers in France receiving Sulfamethoxazole shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian sulfamethoxazole in France include LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT, EURIMAX PHARMA, LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT , MSF LOGISTIQUE , MSF LOGISTIQUE - BORDEAUX , among 7 total buyers. The largest importer is LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT, accounting for $346.1K USD across 16 shipments — representing 55% of all sulfamethoxazole imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT | 16 | $346.1K | 54.8% |
| 2 | EURIMAX PHARMA | 6 | $136.1K | 21.5% |
| 3 | LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT | 4 | $108.3K | 17.1% |
| 4 | MSF LOGISTIQUE | 1 | $16.7K | 2.7% |
| 5 | MSF LOGISTIQUE - BORDEAUX | 11 | $12.7K | 2.0% |
| 6 | MSF LOGISTIQUE - BORDEAUX | 2 | $6.8K | 1.1% |
| 7 | MSF LOGISTIQUE BORDEAUX | 3 | $4.8K | 0.8% |
Top 10 Sulfamethoxazole Formulations Imported by France
Showing top 10 of 24 product formulations shipped on the India to France Sulfamethoxazole route, ranked by trade value
France imports a wide range of sulfamethoxazole formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — SULFAMETHOXAZOLE AND TRIMETHOPRIM TABLET — accounts for $162.2K USD across 6 shipments. There are 24 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 | SULFAMETHOXAZOLE AND TRIMETHOPRIM TABLET | 6 | $162.2K | 25.7% |
| 2 | PHARTRIM SUSPENSION (SULFAMETHOXAZOLE 200MG /TRIMETHOPRIME 40MG - 100ML BOTTLE) | 2 | $72.4K | 11.5% |
| 3 | SULFAMETHOXAZOLE AND TRIMETHOPRIM TABLETS (COTRIM FORT 960MG TABLETS) 100X10S (1924 PACKS)NOS | 1 | $42.3K | 6.7% |
| 4 | SULFAMETHOXAZOLE AND TRIMETHOPRIM TABLETS (COTRIM FORT 960MG TABLETS)10X10S (14596 PACKS)NOS | 1 | $40.6K | 6.4% |
| 5 | PHARTRIM ORAL SUSPENSION SULFAMETHOXAZOLE 200MG TRIMETHOPRIME 40MG 100ML BATCH NO ME23B63 ME23B64 MFG DT FEB | 1 | $38.3K | 6.1% |
| 6 | SULFAMETHOXAZOLE AND TRIMETHOPRIM TABLETS (COTRIM FORT 960 MG TABLETS) 100X10S(1449 PACKS) | 1 | $32.0K | 5.1% |
| 7 | TRIMETHOPRIM / SULFAMETHOXAZOLE TABLET 160MG/800MG (COTRIM FORT 960MG TABLETS)10x10s (9720 PACKS) | 1 | $26.8K | 4.2% |
| 8 | TRIMETHOPRIM / SULFAMETHOXAZOLE TABLET 80MG/400MG(COTRIM FORT 480MG TABLETS (10X10s) (19430 PACKS) | 1 | $23.9K | 3.8% |
| 9 | TRIMETHOPRIM / SULFAMETHOXAZOLE TABLET 160MG/800MG (COTRIM FORT 960MG TABLETS)100x10s (969 PACKS) | 1 | $19.7K | 3.1% |
| 10 | TRIMETHOPR1M and SULFAMETHOXAZOLE TABLET | 1 | $16.7K | 2.7% |
Showing top 10 of 24 Sulfamethoxazole formulations imported by France on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 82%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) handles the highest volume with 14 shipments. Transit time averages 22 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's sulfamethoxazole exports to France are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. MEDREICH LIMITED with 16 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 6 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in France benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — MEDREICH LIMITED, DEVATS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED — together account for 94% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $14.7K 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 phartrim suspension (sulfamethoxazole 200mg /trimethoprime 40mg - 100ml bottle) and sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim tablets (cotrim fort 960mg tablets) 100x10s (1924 packs)nos, suggesting that buyers in France tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT is the largest importer with 16 shipments worth $346.1K USD — representing 55% of all sulfamethoxazole imports from India on this route. A total of 7 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $631.4K
- Avg. Shipment
- $14.7K
- Suppliers
- 6
- Buyers
- 7
- Transit (Sea)
- ~22 days
- Annual Growth
- +28.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to France Sulfamethoxazole Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Sulfamethoxazole to France?
The leading Indian exporters of Sulfamethoxazole to France are MEDREICH LIMITED, DEVATS INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, MEDREICH LIMITED . MEDREICH LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 55% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Sulfamethoxazole exports from India to France?
India exports Sulfamethoxazole to France worth approximately $631.4K USD across 43 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $14.7K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Sulfamethoxazole to France?
The most active port of origin is SAHAR AIR CARGO ACC (INBOM4) with 14 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 82% of shipments going by sea and 28% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to France for Sulfamethoxazole?
The average transit time for Sulfamethoxazole shipments from India to France is approximately 22 days. Sea freight typically takes longer, while air freight can reduce this significantly for urgent orders. Peak shipping activity is observed during July–September.
Q Is the India to France Sulfamethoxazole trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 28.6% with demand growth tracking at 25.8%. The route is ranked #9 among India's top Sulfamethoxazole export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to France Sulfamethoxazole route?
There are currently 6 active Indian suppliers exporting Sulfamethoxazole to France. The market is moderately concentrated with MEDREICH LIMITED accounting for 55% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Sulfamethoxazole from India in France?
The leading importers of Indian Sulfamethoxazole in France include LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT, EURIMAX PHARMA, LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT , MSF LOGISTIQUE , MSF LOGISTIQUE - BORDEAUX . LABORATOIRE BAILLY CREAT is the largest buyer with 16 shipments worth $346.1K 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 France export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Sulfamethoxazole.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 6 Indian exporters and 7 importers in France matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 43 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
43 Verified Shipments
6 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists