India to Canada: Tacrolimus Export Trade Route
India has recorded 48 verified shipments of Tacrolimus exported to Canada, representing a combined trade value of $3.4M USD. This corridor is served by 5 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $71.2K USD. The leading Indian exporter is SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED, which accounts for 71% of total export value with 30 shipments worth $2.4M USD. On the buying side, SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS is the largest importer in Canada with $2.0M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED, SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED — together control 99% 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 Canada Tacrolimus corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 48 shipments documented worth a combined $3.4M USD. The route is dominated by SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED, which alone accounts for roughly 71% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's tacrolimus manufacturing sector.
Across 5 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $71.2K 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 tacrolimus's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 16 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 14.4%, placing it at rank #9 among India's top tacrolimus export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian tacrolimus in Canada include SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS, SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS , SANDOZ CANADA INC and 6 others. SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS is the single largest importer with 22 shipments valued at $2.0M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit16 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portNHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1)
Market Position
- Global rank#9
- Annual growth+14.4%
- Demand growth+14.4%
- Regulatory ease86/100
Top 10 Indian Tacrolimus Exporters to Canada
Showing top 10 of 5 Indian suppliers exporting Tacrolimus to Canada, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $80.5K per shipment | 30 | $2.4M | 70.7% |
| 2 | SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $77.0K per shipment | 12 | $923.5K | 27.0% |
| 3 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $10.5K per shipment | 4 | $41.9K | 1.2% |
| 4 | INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED Avg $33.0K per shipment | 1 | $33.0K | 1.0% |
| 5 | PRANADA BIOPHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $3.6K per shipment | 1 | $3.6K | 0.1% |
This table shows the top 10 of 5 Indian companies exporting tacrolimus to Canada, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED, SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED, PRANADA BIOPHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED. SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED is the dominant supplier with 30 shipments worth $2.4M USD, giving it a 71% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 99% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Tacrolimus Importers in Canada
Showing top 10 of 9 known buyers in Canada receiving Tacrolimus shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian tacrolimus in Canada include SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS, SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS , SANDOZ CANADA INC, Sandoz Canada Inc. C/O UPS SCS , SANDOZ CANADA INC C O UPS SCS, among 9 total buyers. The largest importer is SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS, accounting for $2.0M USD across 22 shipments — representing 57% of all tacrolimus imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS | 22 | $2.0M | 57.3% |
| 2 | SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS | 6 | $625.1K | 18.3% |
| 3 | SANDOZ CANADA INC | 5 | $285.9K | 8.4% |
| 4 | Sandoz Canada Inc. C/O UPS SCS | 5 | $235.3K | 6.9% |
| 5 | SANDOZ CANADA INC C O UPS SCS | 3 | $169.3K | 5.0% |
| 6 | SANDOZ CANADA INC | 1 | $63.1K | 1.8% |
| 7 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC. | 4 | $41.9K | 1.2% |
| 8 | ACCORD HEALTHCARE INC | 1 | $33.0K | 1.0% |
| 9 | M/S.CERAPIE PHARMA INC | 1 | $3.6K | 0.1% |
Top 10 Tacrolimus Formulations Imported by Canada
Showing top 10 of 30 product formulations shipped on the India to Canada Tacrolimus route, ranked by trade value
Canada imports a wide range of tacrolimus formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG 100HGC BO CA MATERIAL — accounts for $490.2K USD across 3 shipments. There are 30 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 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG 100HGC BO CA MATERIAL | 3 | $490.2K | 14.4% |
| 2 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG 100HGC BO CA MATERIALNO. - 44045829 | 5 | $466.9K | 13.7% |
| 3 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG 100HGC BO CA MATERIAL | 2 | $382.9K | 11.2% |
| 4 | Material No. - 44045829 TACROLIMUS SDZ 1 | 1 | $189.1K | 5.5% |
| 5 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG 100HGC BO CA , MATERIAL NO : 44045829 | 2 | $185.0K | 5.4% |
| 6 | TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG 100HGC BO CA (DATA LOGGER AS PER INVOICE) (MATERIAL NO. - 44045829) | 1 | $182.7K | 5.3% |
| 7 | MATERIAL NO. 44045829 TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG 100HGC BO CA | 2 | $177.7K | 5.2% |
| 8 | Material No. - 44045830 TACROLIMUS SDZ 5 | 3 | $169.3K | 5.0% |
| 9 | Material No. - 44045829 TACROLIMUS SDZ 1 | 1 | $99.1K | 2.9% |
| 10 | Material No. - 44045829 TACROLIMUS SDZ 1MG 100HGC BO CA | 1 | $94.9K | 2.8% |
Showing top 10 of 30 Tacrolimus formulations imported by Canada 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
NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) handles the highest volume with 12 shipments. Transit time averages 16 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's tacrolimus exports to Canada are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED with 30 shipments leads the pack, a pattern common in generic pharmaceutical corridors where manufacturing scale creates significant cost advantages. The presence of 5 active exporters signals a competitive but concentrated market — buyers in Canada benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED, SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED — together account for 99% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $71.2K 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 tacrolimus sdz 1mg 100hgc bo ca materialno. - 44045829 and tacrolimus sdz 1mg 100hgc bo ca material, suggesting that buyers in Canada tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS is the largest importer with 22 shipments worth $2.0M USD — representing 57% of all tacrolimus imports from India on this route. A total of 9 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $3.4M
- Avg. Shipment
- $71.2K
- Suppliers
- 5
- Buyers
- 9
- Transit (Sea)
- ~16 days
- Annual Growth
- +14.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions — India to Canada Tacrolimus Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Tacrolimus to Canada?
The leading Indian exporters of Tacrolimus to Canada are SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED, SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED , INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED . SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED holds the largest market share at approximately 71% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Tacrolimus exports from India to Canada?
India exports Tacrolimus to Canada worth approximately $3.4M USD across 48 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $71.2K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Tacrolimus to Canada?
The most active port of origin is NHAVA SHEVA SEA (INNSA1) with 12 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 Canada for Tacrolimus?
The average transit time for Tacrolimus shipments from India to Canada is approximately 16 days. Sea freight typically takes longer, while air freight can reduce this significantly for urgent orders. Peak shipping activity is observed during January–March.
Q Is the India to Canada Tacrolimus trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 14.4% with demand growth tracking at 14.4%. The route is ranked #9 among India's top Tacrolimus export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Canada Tacrolimus route?
There are currently 5 active Indian suppliers exporting Tacrolimus to Canada. The market is moderately concentrated with SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED accounting for 71% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Tacrolimus from India in Canada?
The leading importers of Indian Tacrolimus in Canada include SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS, SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS , SANDOZ CANADA INC, Sandoz Canada Inc. C/O UPS SCS , SANDOZ CANADA INC C O UPS SCS. SANDOZ CANADA INC. C/O UPS SCS is the largest buyer with 22 shipments worth $2.0M 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 Canada export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Tacrolimus.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 5 Indian exporters and 9 importers in Canada matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 48 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
48 Verified Shipments
5 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists