HS Code 30042096 — Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail): India Pharmaceutical Export Trade Classification (2026) — TransData Nexus

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HS Code 30042096 — Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)

Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) · Heading 3004 (Medicaments put up in measured doses or for retail sale) · Last updated: April 2026 · Source: Indian Customs (DGFT) Records

HS Code 30042096 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) is one of India's most significant pharmaceutical export classifications under Chapter 30 of the Harmonized System. With a total trade value of $70.2M across 2,161 shipments, this code covers 12 distinct pharmaceutical products exported by 34 Indian manufacturers to 58 countries. The leading product under this classification is Vancomycin at $69.4M, followed by Clarithromycin and Artesunate.

The top importing markets include United States, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom. The top 5 products account for 99.9% of total trade under this code. Average transaction value is $32.5K. Leading exporters include NOVARTIS PHARMA AG and SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

HS Code 30042096 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) — 12 products, $70.2M trade value, 34 suppliers across 58 countries. Source: Indian Customs (DGFT) data compiled by TransData Nexus. — HS Code 30042096 pharmaceutical trade analysis — top products, exporters, and import destinations. Source: Indian Customs (DGFT).

Products Exported Under HS Code 30042096

12 pharmaceutical products classified under this code, ranked by trade value

Rank	Product	Trade Value	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers
#1	Vancomycin	$69.4M	2,067	$77.34	257
#2	Clarithromycin	$411.6K	9	$12.10	2
#3	Artesunate	$120.7K	20	$0.25	7

Import Destinations — HS Code 30042096

58 countries import products classified under HS Code 30042096 from India

Indian pharmaceutical exports under HS Code 30042096 reach 58 countries worldwide. The largest importer is United States ($414.9M), followed by Saudi Arabia ($49.4M), United Kingdom ($40.7M), Madagascar ($39.7M). This geographic spread reflects India's position as the world's largest supplier of generic pharmaceutical products by volume.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$414.9M	591.4%
#2	Saudi Arabia	$49.4M	70.5%
#3	United Kingdom	$40.7M	58.0%
#4	Madagascar	$39.7M	56.6%
#5	Kenya	$38.1M	54.3%
#6	Germany	$36.7M	52.3%
#7	Canada	$24.9M	35.5%
#8	Tanzania	$19.3M	27.6%
#9	Belgium	$17.0M	24.2%
#10	Australia	$14.0M	19.9%
#11	Russia	$13.4M	19.1%
#12	Philippines	$12.9M	18.4%
#13	Angola	$11.9M	16.9%
#14	Congo Dr	$11.5M	16.4%
#15	Sri Lanka	$10.9M	15.5%

Frequently Asked Questions — HS Code 30042096

Common questions about HS Code 30042096, answered with data from Indian Customs records.

What is HS code 30042096?

HS code 30042096 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products), Heading 3004 (Medicaments put up in measured doses or for retail sale) of the Harmonized System. In India's export trade, this code covers $70.2M in trade value across 2,161 shipments from 34 exporters to 58 countries.

What products are exported under HS code 30042096?

12 distinct pharmaceutical products are exported from India under HS code 30042096. The top products include Vancomycin ($69.4M), Clarithromycin ($411.6K), Artesunate ($120.7K). These cover a combined trade value of $70.2M.

Which countries import the most under HS code 30042096?

The top importing countries for HS code 30042096 from India are United States ($414.9M), Saudi Arabia ($49.4M), United Kingdom ($40.7M), Madagascar ($39.7M), Kenya ($38.1M). In total, Indian exporters ship products under this code to 58 countries worldwide.

Who are the top Indian exporters under HS code 30042096?

The leading Indian exporters under HS code 30042096 include NOVARTIS PHARMA AG ($280.6B), SANOFI-AVENTIS SINGAPORE PTE LTD ($68.5B), MYLAN LABORATORIES LIMITED ($143.9M). In total, 34 Indian exporters ship products under this classification.

What is the import duty for HS code 30042096?

Import duties for HS code 30042096 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) vary by destination country. As a Chapter 30 pharmaceutical product, many countries offer preferential or zero-duty rates for essential medicines under this code. The average transaction value from India is $32.5K, and importers should consult their national customs authority for applicable duty rates, exemptions, and regulatory requirements.

How is HS code 30042096 classified?

HS code 30042096 is an 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff (ITC-HS) code under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products), Heading 3004 (Medicaments put up in measured doses or for retail sale), Subheading 300420. The first 6 digits follow the international Harmonized System (WCO), while digits 7-8 are India-specific subdivisions used for customs and trade statistics.

What is the trade value of HS code 30042096 from India?

India's total export trade under HS code 30042096 is $70.2M across 2,161 shipments. The average shipment value is $32.5K. The largest product category is Vancomycin at $69.4M.

Classification Details

HS Code30042096

Chapter30 — Pharmaceutical Products

Heading3004

Subheading300420

Avg. Shipment$32.5K

DescriptionMedicaments containing antibiotics (retail)

Top Buyers

1NOVARTIS HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED

$258.3B

2SANOFI INDIA LIMITED

$68.5B

3SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED

$22.3B

4MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS INC,

$50.2M

5FRESENIUS KABI USA, LLC

$38.8M

6GLOBAL FUND / PSI MADAGASCAR

$38.1M

7TO THE ORDER OF

$29.9M

8BE PHARMACEUTICALS INC

$19.2M

Top Importing Countries

1United States

$414.9M

2Saudi Arabia

$49.4M

3United Kingdom

$40.7M

4Madagascar

$39.7M

5Kenya

$38.1M

6Germany

$36.7M

7Canada

$24.9M

8Tanzania

$19.3M

Products Using This Code

Official References & Regulatory Resources

HS code classifications follow the WCO Harmonized System. Verify tariff rates with your national customs authority.

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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Frequently Asked Questions — HS Code 30042096

What is HS code 30042096?

What products are exported under HS code 30042096?

Which countries import the most under HS code 30042096?

Who are the top Indian exporters under HS code 30042096?

What is the import duty for HS code 30042096?

How is HS code 30042096 classified?

What is the trade value of HS code 30042096 from India?

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