India to Malta: Tramadol Export Trade Route
India has recorded 205 verified shipments of Tramadol exported to Malta, representing a combined trade value of $4.1M USD. This corridor is served by 5 active Indian exporters, with an average shipment value of $20.1K USD. The leading Indian exporter is AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, which accounts for 40% of total export value with 111 shipments worth $1.6M USD. On the buying side, APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., is the largest importer in Malta with $1.6M USD in purchases. The top 3 suppliers — AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , AUROBINDO PHARMA 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 Malta Tramadol corridor is one of India's established pharmaceutical export routes, with 205 shipments documented worth a combined $4.1M USD. The route is dominated by AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, which alone accounts for roughly 40% of all export value, reflecting the consolidated nature of India's tramadol manufacturing sector.
Across 5 active suppliers, the average shipment value stands at $20.1K USD — a figure that reflects both bulk commercial orders from large pharmaceutical companies and smaller specialty shipments. Sea freight dominates at 85% of all shipments, consistent with tramadol's non-urgent bulk-order profile.
Shipment activity peaks during January–March, with an average transit time of 30 days port-to-port. The route has recorded an annual growth rate of 18.5%, placing it at rank #11 among India's top tramadol export destinations globally.
On the import side, key buyers of Indian tramadol in Malta include APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., , APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD.,, APL Swift Services Malta LIMITED and 8 others. APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., is the single largest importer with 50 shipments valued at $1.6M USD.
Route Characteristics
- Average transit30 days
- Peak seasonQ1
- Primary modeSea freight
- Top portVIZAG SEA
Market Position
- Global rank#11
- Annual growth+18.5%
- Demand growth+17.8%
- Regulatory ease90/100
Top 10 Indian Tramadol Exporters to Malta
Showing top 10 of 5 Indian suppliers exporting Tramadol to Malta, ranked by total trade value (USD)
| Rank | Supplier (Indian Exporter) | Shipments | Total Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD Avg $14.7K per shipment | 111 | $1.6M | 39.6% |
| 2 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD Avg $31.4K per shipment | 50 | $1.6M | 38.1% |
| 3 | AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED Avg $24.9K per shipment | 36 | $896.8K | 21.8% |
| 4 | TITAN LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED Avg $3.8K per shipment | 6 | $22.7K | 0.6% |
| 5 | TITAN LABORATORIES PVT LTD Avg $0 per shipment | 2 | $0 | 0.0% |
This table shows the top 10 of 5 Indian companies exporting tramadol to Malta, ranked by total trade value. The listed exporters are: AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED, TITAN LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED, TITAN LABORATORIES PVT LTD. AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD is the dominant supplier with 111 shipments worth $1.6M USD, giving it a 40% market share. The top 3 suppliers together account for 99% of the total trade value on this route.
Top 10 Tramadol Importers in Malta
Showing top 10 of 11 known buyers in Malta receiving Tramadol shipments from India, ranked by import value
On the receiving end of this trade route, the leading importers of Indian tramadol in Malta include APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., , APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD.,, APL Swift Services Malta LIMITED, APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD, APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LIMITED,, among 11 total buyers. The largest importer is APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., , accounting for $1.6M USD across 50 shipments — representing 38% of all tramadol imports from India on this route.
| Rank | Importer / Buyer | Shipments | Import Value (USD) | Market Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., | 50 | $1.6M | 38.1% |
| 2 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., | 85 | $1.1M | 26.6% |
| 3 | APL Swift Services Malta LIMITED | 25 | $654.3K | 15.9% |
| 4 | APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD | 8 | $237.6K | 5.8% |
| 5 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LIMITED, | 3 | $124.0K | 3.0% |
| 6 | APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD HF | 5 | $123.2K | 3.0% |
| 7 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD. | 9 | $118.9K | 2.9% |
| 8 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LIMITED | 8 | $118.5K | 2.9% |
| 9 | APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD | 4 | $53.5K | 1.3% |
| 10 | PHARMADOX HEALTHCARE LIMITED | 6 | $22.7K | 0.6% |
Showing top 10 of 11 Tramadol importers in Malta on this route.
Top 10 Tramadol Formulations Imported by Malta
Showing top 10 of 111 product formulations shipped on the India to Malta Tramadol route, ranked by trade value
Malta imports a wide range of tramadol formulations from India, spanning tablets, capsules, suspensions, and combination drugs. The top formulation — TRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE 37.5MG ANDPARACE — accounts for $797.9K USD across 22 shipments. There are 111 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 | TRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE 37.5MG ANDPARACE | 22 | $797.9K | 19.4% |
| 2 | TRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE 37.5MG AND PARACE | 8 | $307.9K | 7.5% |
| 3 | TRAMADOL HCL CAPSULES 50 MG(Tramadol HCl | 1 | $190.9K | 4.6% |
| 4 | TRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE 37.5MG AND PARACETAMOL 325MG TABLETS 20'S Narcotic permit Ref No:P-EXP-11900/2023 Dt :10-05-2023 | 2 | $145.4K | 3.5% |
| 5 | TRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS USP 50 MG | 5 | $137.5K | 3.3% |
| 6 | TRAMADOL HCL CAPSULES 50 MG(Tramadol HC | 1 | $130.3K | 3.2% |
| 7 | TRAMADOL HCL CAPSULES 50 MG(TRAMADOL HCL AUROBINDO 50 MG)30'S NARCOTIC PERMIT NO:P-EXP-15847/2023 , DT:26-12-2023NOS | 3 | $124.0K | 3.0% |
| 8 | TRAMADOL HYDROCHLORIDE 37.5MG ANDPARACETAMOL 325MG TABLETS 20'S NARCOTIC LICENSE NO : P-EXP-10951/2024 DT:26-02-2024 | 6 | $123.0K | 3.0% |
| 9 | TRAMADOL HCL CAPSULES 50 MG(Tramadol HCl | 4 | $106.6K | 2.6% |
| 10 | TRAMADOL HCL CAPSULES 50 MG(TRAMADOL HCL AUROBINDO 50 MG) NARCOTIC LICENSE NO: PEXP11675/2024 DT : 04042024 | 3 | $105.1K | 2.6% |
Showing top 10 of 111 Tramadol formulations imported by Malta on this route.
Shipping & Logistics Analysis
Freight mode split and port-of-origin breakdown
Freight Mode Distribution
Sea freight dominates at 85%, typical for bulk pharmaceutical shipments.
Top Ports of Origin
VIZAG SEA handles the highest volume with 95 shipments. Transit time averages 30 days by sea.
Market Dynamics
India's tramadol exports to Malta are driven primarily by a handful of large-scale manufacturers. AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD with 111 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 Malta benefit from supplier diversity while the top tier handles the majority of volume.
The top 3 suppliers — AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED — together account for 99% of total trade value on this route. The average shipment value of $20.1K 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 tramadol hydrochloride 37.5mg and parace and tramadol hcl capsules 50 mg(tramadol hcl, suggesting that buyers in Malta tend to consolidate orders across related product lines from the same Indian supplier.
On the buying side, APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., is the largest importer with 50 shipments worth $1.6M USD — representing 38% of all tramadol imports from India on this route. A total of 11 buyers are active on this corridor.
Route Statistics
- Trade Volume
- $4.1M
- Avg. Shipment
- $20.1K
- Suppliers
- 5
- Buyers
- 11
- Transit (Sea)
- ~30 days
- Annual Growth
- +18.5%
Reverse Direction
Malta → India — Tramadol (Import)Other Tramadol Routes
Unlock the Full India to Malta Tramadol Dataset
TransData Nexus provides verified shipment-level records, supplier contact details, HS code breakdowns, real-time pricing benchmarks, and regulatory compliance guides for 205 shipments on this route.
Frequently Asked Questions — India to Malta Tramadol Trade
Answers based on Indian Customs (DGFT) shipment records compiled by TransData Nexus
Q Which Indian companies export Tramadol to Malta?
The leading Indian exporters of Tramadol to Malta are AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD, AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD , AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED. AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD holds the largest market share at approximately 40% of total trade value on this route.
Q What is the total value of Tramadol exports from India to Malta?
India exports Tramadol to Malta worth approximately $4.1M USD across 205 recorded shipments. The average value per shipment is $20.1K USD.
Q Which ports does India use to ship Tramadol to Malta?
The most active port of origin is VIZAG SEA with 95 shipments. Indian exporters primarily use sea freight for this route, with 85% of shipments going by sea and 30% by air.
Q How long does shipping take from India to Malta for Tramadol?
The average transit time for Tramadol shipments from India to Malta is approximately 30 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 Malta Tramadol trade route growing?
Yes — this trade corridor has seen an annual growth rate of approximately 18.5% with demand growth tracking at 17.8%. The route is ranked #11 among India's top Tramadol export destinations globally.
Q How many suppliers are active on the India to Malta Tramadol route?
There are currently 5 active Indian suppliers exporting Tramadol to Malta. The market is moderately concentrated with AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD accounting for 40% of total shipment value.
Q Who are the main importers of Tramadol from India in Malta?
The leading importers of Indian Tramadol in Malta include APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., , APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD.,, APL Swift Services Malta LIMITED, APL SWIFT SERVICES MALTA LTD, APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LIMITED,. APL SWIFT SERVICES (MALTA) LTD., is the largest buyer with 50 shipments worth $1.6M 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 Malta export trade corridor identified from Indian Customs (DGFT) records for Tramadol.
- 2.Supplier/Buyer Matching: 5 Indian exporters and 11 importers in Malta matched using name normalization.
- 3.Value Aggregation: Total export value aggregated from 205 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
205 Verified Shipments
5 Indian exporters tracked
Expert-Reviewed
By pharmaceutical trade specialists