Acyclovir HS Code Trade Classification — 42 Codes, $126.1M Trade

Q: How much Acyclovir is exported under HS code 30049099?

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $104.7M worth of Acyclovir, representing 83.0% of total Acyclovir trade. This involves 5,247 shipments from 446 Indian exporters to 874 buyers in 297 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Acyclovir from India?

The top importing countries for Acyclovir from India are United States, Canada, Taiwan. The leading importer United States accounts for $94.1M in trade value. In total, Acyclovir is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 42 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Acyclovir exporters from India?

The leading Acyclovir exporters from India include MYLAN LABORATORIES LIMITED ($44.1M), HETERO LABS LIMITED ($21.1M), HETERO LABS LIMITED ($14.8M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $126.1M.

Q: Which Acyclovir HS code has the highest unit price?

HS code 30 has the highest average unit price at $125.69 per unit for Acyclovir exports. This compares to the overall market average of $20839.22 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049099 averages $8.54 per unit.

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$126.0M358 Suppliers152 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES74.7%India → CANADA11.8%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$95.7K CANADA → India$17.8K

#1 Supplier: MYLAN LABORATORIES #1 Buyer: MYLAN PHARMACEUTICALS

Acyclovir HS Codes (2026) — 42 Classifications, $126.1M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Acyclovir HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Acyclovir under 42 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $126.1M across 6,052 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 83.0% of all Acyclovir trade at $104.7M. HS 30049087 (Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)) follows at 14.3% ($18.1M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 98.9% of total Acyclovir trade from India. The average transaction value is $20839. Key importing markets include United States, Canada, Taiwan. Leading exporters include MYLAN LABORATORIES LIMITED and HETERO LABS LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Acyclovir HS Code Analysis — 42 classifications, $126.1M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Acyclovir HS code analysis — 42 classifications · $126.1M trade value · 6,052 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Acyclovir HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049099	$104.7M	83.0%	5,247	$8.54	446	297
#2	30049087	$18.1M	14.3%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 83.0% of Acyclovir trade

$104.7M

Trade Value

83.0%

Market Share

5,247

Transactions

$8.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 446Buyers: 874Countries: 297

Common Product Descriptions:

ZOSTER CREAM-ACYCLOVIR-BATCH NO DLQF200

ZOVICLOVIR 800MG TAB ACYCLOVIR 800MG

HERPIFINE 400MG TAB ACYCLOVIR 400MG

HS 30049087

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 14.3% of Acyclovir trade

$18.1M

Trade Value

14.3%

Market Share

126

Transactions

$1.89

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 14Countries: 13

Common Product Descriptions:

UNIVIR 250 ACYCLOVIR FOR INJECTION 250MG BATCH NO ...

UNIVIR 250 ACYCLOVIR FOR INJECTION 250 M

VALACYCLOVIR 1000MG TABLETS (1X90'S)

HS 30049088

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.7% of Acyclovir trade

$858.8K

Trade Value

0.7%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.26

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 4Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

HERPTREX 500MG (VALACYCLOVIR 500 MG TABS

VALACICLOVIR BLUEFISH (VALACYCLOVIR 500MG TABLET 6...

VALACICLOVIR BLUEFISH (VALACYCLOVIR 500MG TABLET 5...

HS 30049076

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.4% of Acyclovir trade

$556.8K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$12.22

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 8Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

ACYCLOVIR ORAL SOLUTION 200MG/5ML ACYCLO

ACYCLOVIR ORAL SOLUTION 200MG/5ML (ACYCL

ACYCLOVIR ORAL SOLUTION 200MG 5MLACYCLOVIR 200MG 5...

HS 30049082

Immunosuppressant preparations (retail) · 0.4% of Acyclovir trade

$522.8K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.42

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 12Buyers: 20Countries: 21

Common Product Descriptions:

OSIVIR 500MG INJ (ACYCLOVIR)

INJ OSIVIR 500 (ACYCLOVIR INTRAVENOUS IN

HERPTREX 500MG VALACYCLOVIR 500MG TABS -

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.3% of Acyclovir trade

$348.6K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.60

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 19Countries: 17

Common Product Descriptions:

DEVLOVIR-500 (ACYCLOVIR 500MG LYOPHILISE

ACYCLOVIR FOR INJECTION USP 250MG/VIAL (

ACYCLOVIR FOR INJECTION USP 250MG VIAL LYOP HILIZE...

HS 30049093

Nasal/respiratory preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.3% of Acyclovir trade

$345.0K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.24

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

VALACYCLOVIR TABLET 500MG Each Film Coated Tablet ...

VALACYCLOVIR TABLET 500MG EACH FILM COATED TABLET ...

HS 30043200

Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail) · 0.1% of Acyclovir trade

$163.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.61

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 1Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

ACYCLOVIR OINTMENT USP 5 W W 4G CANADA BATCH NO 3F...

ACYCLOVIR OINTMENT USP 5% W/W 4GCANADABATCH NO. 3F...

ACYCLOVIR OINTMENT USP 5% W/W 4G(CANADA)BATCH NO.4...

HS 30042033

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.1% of Acyclovir trade

$102.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

121

Transactions

$1.88

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 6Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

ZOVICLOVIR 200MG TAB (ACYCLOVIR 200MG)

VALCLOVIR 500 (VALACYCLOVIR) TABLETS

CYCLORAX 400 (ACYCLOVIR) TABLETS

#10

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 0.1% of Acyclovir trade

$98.6K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$9.28

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 11Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

HERZOVIR 250 MG INJ -(ACYCLOVIR)

HERZOVIR 500 MG INJ - (ACYCLOVIR)

ACIVIR 400MG DT TABLET(ACYCLOVIR 400MG T

#11

HS 30049099

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.1% of Acyclovir trade

$93.3K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.71

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 29Buyers: 26Countries: 20

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE-ACYCLOVIR O...

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

#12

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.1% of Acyclovir trade

$77.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.41

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 15Buyers: 30Countries: 19

Common Product Descriptions:

OUTSOURCE Acyclovir Tablets 200mg

PHARMA MEDICINES ACYCLOVIR CAPSULES USP200 MG 100 ...

Acivir DT 200mg Cipla, AcyclovirAcivi

#13

HS 30049072

Sedatives, tranquillizers, anti-depressants (retail) · 0.0% of Acyclovir trade

$40.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.15

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

VALCLO 500MG VALACYCLOVIR 500 MG TABS 434 PACK OF ...

ACYCLOVIR LIQUID SYRUP

VALCLO VALACYCLOVIR TABLET

#14

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.0% of Acyclovir trade

$29.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 26Buyers: 33Countries: 31

Common Product Descriptions:

EKOVIR 200 TAB (ACYCLOVIR TAB ) (20 PACK

ACYCLOTECH 500MG INJ VIAL ACYCLOVIR INTR

VALCIVIR 500MG TABLET-VALACYCLOVIR 500M

#15

HS 30049035

Anti-malarial preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Acyclovir trade

$27.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 37Buyers: 39Countries: 26

Common Product Descriptions:

CLOCIVIR 250 INJ (ACYCLOVIR)(100 VIALS)

PHARMA PRODUCTS :CLOCIVIR(ACYCLOVIR-250M

CLOCIVIR 250 INJ(VIAL) (ACYCLOVIR INTRAV

#16

HS 30042019

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.0% of Acyclovir trade

$18.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 16Buyers: 15Countries: 18

Common Product Descriptions:

INTOVIR 500 ACYCLOVIR SODIUM (STERILE)EQ

INTOVIR-500MG INJ ACYCLOVIRB/N:NB-2211

Intovir 500mg (Acyclovir)Mfg11/22 Exp

#17

HS 30042096

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.0% of Acyclovir trade

$18.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.52

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

ORVICLO-500 INJ (ACYCLOVIR 500MG INJ)

PHARMACEUTICAL FINISHED FORMULATION Acyclovir for ...

PHARMACEUTICAL FINISHED FORMULATION ACYCLOVIR FOR ...

#18

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.0% of Acyclovir trade

$12.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 1Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

ACYCLOVIR OINTMENT USP 5% W/W 30GCANADA BATCH NO. ...

ACYCLOVIR OINTMENT USP 5% W/W 30G(CANADA) BATCH NO...

#19

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 0.0% of Acyclovir trade

$6.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$125.69

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

(N.C.V) ZOVIRAX ACYCLOVIR CREAM 5% (22 TUBES) (FOR...

ACYCLOVIR CREAM 5%, LOT NO:PL08368011, (40 PACK), ...

APO-ACYCLOVIR T/OIN 5% 4G TUBE ( TRANSPORTAION STU...

#20

HS 30045034

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.0% of Acyclovir trade

$6.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.68

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

(PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS) ACYCLOMED TAB N20 (ACYC...

Where Acyclovir is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Acyclovir from India, by trade value

India exports Acyclovir to 10+ countries under 42 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($94.1M), followed by Canada ($14.9M) and Taiwan ($3.0M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Acyclovir pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$94.1M	74.6%
#2	Canada	$14.9M	11.8%
#3	Taiwan	$3.0M	2.4%
#4	Mozambique	$2.4M	1.9%
#5	Sweden	$1.9M	1.5%
#6	Russia	$1.5M	1.2%
#7	South Africa	$1.1M	0.9%
#8	Saudi Arabia	$614.5K	0.5%
#9	Australia	$592.1K	0.5%
#10	Chile	$574.9K	0.5%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Acyclovir primarily under HS code 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Acyclovir HS Codes

The Harmonized System (HS) is an internationally standardized system of names and numbers to classify traded products. Developed by the World Customs Organization (WCO), it is used by over 200 countries for customs tariffs, trade statistics, and regulatory compliance. Each HS code is a 6-digit number (extended to 8 digits in India's Customs Tariff Schedule) that precisely identifies a product category.

How Acyclovir HS Codes Work

Acyclovir falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 42 codes used for Acyclovir exports span multiple headings:

Heading 3003 — Medicaments not put up in measured doses or for retail sale (bulk APIs, intermediates)
Heading 3004 — Medicaments put up in measured doses or for retail sale (finished formulations)
Heading 3005 — Wadding, gauze, bandages for medical use
Heading 3006 — Pharmaceutical goods (sutures, reagents, dental cements)

The most significant distinction for Acyclovir is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Acyclovir trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 83.0%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049099 refers to "Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale".

Regulatory & Compliance — Acyclovir Export Classification

Correct HS code classification is critical for Acyclovir exports from India. Misclassification can result in customs delays, incorrect duty assessment, and regulatory penalties. Key compliance considerations for pharmaceutical stakeholders:

Import Duty Classification

Acyclovir import duties vary significantly by HS code and destination country. HS 3004 (finished formulations) typically attracts different duty rates than HS 3003 (bulk APIs). Many developing countries offer preferential rates for essential medicines including Acyclovir.

DGFT & Indian Customs Requirements

Indian exporters must declare the correct 8-digit ITC-HS code on shipping bills filed with the Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT). Acyclovir exports require Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) approval and must comply with Drug & Cosmetics Act regulations.

WHO Prequalification

For international procurement (UNICEF, Global Fund), Acyclovir products must meet WHO Prequalification standards. WHO PQ status affects which HS codes are eligible for preferential procurement pricing and duty exemptions in recipient countries.

Country-Specific Registration

Each destination country requires product registration before import. Key markets like United States and Canada have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Antivirals — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Antivirals therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Acyclovir

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Acyclovir HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Acyclovir, primarily classified under HS code 30049099, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential treatments across key importing countries:

United States: The U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) lists HS code 30049099 under subheading 3004.90.91, which encompasses "Other" medicaments. The MFN duty rate for this subheading is 0%, indicating that Acyclovir imports are duty-free under normal trade relations.

Canada: According to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), Canada applies an MFN tariff rate of 0% to HS code 30049099, rendering Acyclovir imports duty-free.

Taiwan: Taiwan's Customs Administration specifies an MFN tariff rate of 0% for HS code 30049099, allowing duty-free importation of Acyclovir.

Mozambique: The Mozambique Revenue Authority indicates that HS code 30049099 is subject to an MFN tariff rate of 0%, facilitating duty-free imports of Acyclovir.

Sweden: As a member of the European Union, Sweden adheres to the EU's Common External Tariff, which imposes an MFN rate of 0% on HS code 30049099, permitting duty-free importation of Acyclovir.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Acyclovir HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Acyclovir's classification under HS codes 3003 (Medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses) versus 3004 (Medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses) hinges on its formulation and packaging:

HS Code 3003: Applicable to bulk forms or compounds not yet packaged for retail sale.

HS Code 3004: Pertains to products in final dosage forms, such as tablets or capsules, intended for retail distribution.

Common misclassification errors include:

Classifying bulk Acyclovir under HS code 3004, which is incorrect as it is not in a retail-ready form.

Assigning finished dosage forms to HS code 3003, which is inappropriate since they are intended for retail sale.

Such misclassifications can lead to customs penalties, including fines and delays in shipment clearance. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities emphasize the importance of accurate classification to ensure compliance and facilitate international trade.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Acyclovir HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Acyclovir is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, each specifying stringent quality standards:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for Acyclovir Capsules stipulates that the product must contain between 93.0% and 107.0% of the labeled amount of acyclovir.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP) and European Pharmacopoeia (EP): Both include monographs for Acyclovir, detailing similar purity and assay requirements to ensure consistent quality.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP monograph for Acyclovir aligns with international standards, specifying purity and assay parameters to maintain product efficacy.

Key quality parameters across these pharmacopoeias include:

Purity/Assay Requirements: Ensuring the active ingredient's concentration falls within the specified range to guarantee therapeutic effectiveness.

Dissolution Testing: Assessing the rate at which Acyclovir dissolves in the gastrointestinal tract, which is critical for bioavailability.

Frequently Asked Questions — Acyclovir HS Codes

Common questions about Acyclovir trade classification, answered with data from Indian Customs records.

What is the HS code for Acyclovir exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Acyclovir exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 83.0% of all Acyclovir trade valued at $104.7M. In total, India exports Acyclovir under 42 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Acyclovir trade?

Acyclovir is exported from India under 42 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $126.1M across 6,052 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 98.9% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049099?

HS code 30049099 refers to "Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Acyclovir, this code covers $104.7M in trade value with 5,247 transactions, 446 suppliers, and 874 buyers across 297 countries. The average unit price under this code is $8.54.

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30049087 for Acyclovir?

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 83.0% of Acyclovir trade ($104.7M) with an average unit price of $8.54, while HS 30049087 (Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)) covers 14.3% ($18.1M) at $1.89 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 446 suppliers and 874 buyers, compared to 5 suppliers and 14 buyers for HS 30049087.

Official References & Regulatory Resources

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

Research Methodology & Data Transparency

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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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