Amikacin HS Code Trade Classification — 35 Codes, $21.1M Trade

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

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $14.0M worth of Amikacin, representing 66.3% of total Amikacin trade. This involves 982 shipments from 296 Indian exporters to 376 buyers in 185 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Amikacin from India?

The top importing countries for Amikacin from India are Iraq, United States, Pakistan. The leading importer Iraq accounts for $4.9M in trade value. In total, Amikacin is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 35 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Amikacin exporters from India?

The leading Amikacin exporters from India include AVET LIFESCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED ($2.7M), LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD ($2.5M), EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED ($1.3M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $21.1M.

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

HS code 30019099 has the highest average unit price at $65.43 per unit for Amikacin exports. This compares to the overall market average of $12719.83 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049099 averages $5.47 per unit.

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$21.1M327 Suppliers104 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → IRAQ23.2%India → UNITED STATES17.5%

ImportsIRAQ → India$16.1K UNITED STATES → India$1.5K

#1 Supplier: AVET LIFESCIENCES

Amikacin HS Codes (2026) — 35 Classifications, $21.1M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Amikacin HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Amikacin under 35 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $21.1M across 1,662 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 66.3% of all Amikacin trade at $14.0M. HS 30042099 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) follows at 13.4% ($2.8M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 96.1% of total Amikacin trade from India. The average transaction value is $12720. Key importing markets include Iraq, United States, Pakistan. Leading exporters include AVET LIFESCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED and LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Amikacin HS Code Analysis — 35 classifications, $21.1M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Amikacin HS code analysis — 35 classifications · $21.1M trade value · 1,662 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Amikacin 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	$14.0M	66.3%	982	$5.47	296	185
#2	30042099	$2.8M	13.4%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 66.3% of Amikacin trade

$14.0M

Trade Value

66.3%

Market Share

982

Transactions

$5.47

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 296Buyers: 376Countries: 185

Common Product Descriptions:

IZITSIN-100 (AMIKACIN SULFATE INJECTION

AMIGOLD - 500 MG [AMIKACIN] INJ. 2 ML (G

MIKACIN 500 (AMIKACIN) 2 ML BATCH BLK21

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 13.4% of Amikacin trade

$2.8M

Trade Value

13.4%

Market Share

348

Transactions

$9.34

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 79Buyers: 120Countries: 80

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIKACIN-INJECTION-500MG-OMNIKACIN-

AMIKACIN-INJECTION-500MG-OMNIKACIN

PROKATSIN 100MG/2ML INJ (AMIKACIN INJECT

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 11.3% of Amikacin trade

$2.4M

Trade Value

11.3%

Market Share

105

Transactions

$0.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 30Buyers: 43Countries: 31

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIKACIN INJECTION 500MG/2ML [186325 X 1

AMIKACIN INJECTION 500MG/2ML [47300 X 1

AMIKACIN (AMIJECT 500MG INJ) 2ML

HS 30049087

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 3.1% of Amikacin trade

$652.0K

Trade Value

3.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.70

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 21Buyers: 43Countries: 27

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIKACIN SULPHATE INJECTION USP 500 MG V

AMIKACIN SULPHATE INJECTION 250MG/ML (BA

SWIKACIN(AMIKACIN SULPHATE INJECTION USP

HS 30042019

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 2.0% of Amikacin trade

$430.6K

Trade Value

2.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.87

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 16Countries: 13

Common Product Descriptions:

H.L.MEDICINE-CELE-KACIN 500MG-AMIKACIN I

MEDIKACIN 500MG AMIKACIN 500MG/2ML

AMIKACIN SULFATE INJECTION USP 500 MG/VI

HS 30042039

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 1.2% of Amikacin trade

$263.7K

Trade Value

1.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.28

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 6Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIKACIN SULPHATE INJ, USP 500MG/2ML(CIN

AMIKACIN SULPHATE INJ,USP 500MG/2ML(CINM

AMIKACIN SULPHATE INJ.USP 100MG/2ML(CINM

HS 30049099

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 1.0% of Amikacin trade

$203.2K

Trade Value

1.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.56

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 4Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINES:AMIKACIN SULFATE INJ US 500MG/2ML AVET S...

MEDICINES:AMIKACIN SULFAT INJ US 500MG/2ML AVET SN...

AMIXIN 500 MG INJ 2 ML (VIAL) (AMIKACINSULPHATE IN...

HS 30042069

Other antibiotic medicaments, put up for retail sale · 0.3% of Amikacin trade

$70.6K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.50

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

H.L.MEDICINE-LAUCOVER 500MG-AMIKACIN 500

AMIKACIN SULFATE INJECTION USP 100MG/2 ML

AMIKACIN SULFATE INJECTION USP 500MG/2 ML

HS 30042095

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.3% of Amikacin trade

$58.8K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 11Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

ANAMIKA 500 MG INJECTION (Amikacin Injec

Venvivin 500mg Amikacin 500mg BATCH NO D2JI042A

AMIKACIN AMINJECT 500MG INJ

#10

HS 30042064

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

$31.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.31

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIKACIN SULPHATE 500MG BATCH NO-14980021498003 M...

#11

HS 30019099

Other glands, organs and substances of human/animal origin · 0.1% of Amikacin trade

$30.8K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$65.43

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIKACIN SULFATE INJ 500MG/2ML MA CA SN

#12

HS 30049059

Other cardiovascular preparations (retail) · 0.1% of Amikacin trade

$27.2K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.23

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

YENIKACIN AMIKACIN SULFATE INJECTION USP PACK SIZE...

KACIN AMIKACIN SULFATE INJECTION USP PACK SIZE 1 V...

#13

HS 30042094

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

$24.5K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.52

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

INJECTION Amikacin Sulphate InjectiON 500MG /2ML B...

INJECTION---- Amikacin Sulphate Injection 500mg /2...

#14

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.1% of Amikacin trade

$22.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIKACIN-INJECTION-100MG-OMNIKACIN-

AMIKACIN SULPHATE INJ USP 250MG/2ML(CINM

LIFONT 250 INJ.(E) (AMIKACIN USP 250 MGINJ) BATCH...

#15

HS 30042099

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

$20.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS, AMIKACIN INJECTIONBP 100MG (...

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINES FINISHED FORMULA...

#16

HS 30042019

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

$19.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.38

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIKCIN (AMIKACIN SULFATE INJECTION USP500MG/2ML)...

#17

HS 30043200

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

$12.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.14

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIKACIN SULPHATE INJ USP B. NO. MV24F02MFG. 06/20...

#18

HS 30043190

Other medicaments containing insulin (retail) · 0.1% of Amikacin trade

$12.7K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.33

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

(HARMLESS MEDICINE) AMIKACINA 500MG INJECTIONNOS

EUROMICIN 500 (AMIKACIN SULPHATE INJECTION USP EAC...

EUROMICIN 500 MG EACH 2 ML CONTAINS: AMIKACIN SULP...

#19

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Amikacin trade

$7.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

SANA(AMIKACIN INJECTION 500MG)

AMETEC 500MG,AMIKACIN 500MG,WATER FOR INJECTION BP...

#20

HS 30049086

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.0% of Amikacin trade

$7.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.37

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 5Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

INJ ALFAKIM (AMIKACIN SULPHATE INJECTION

INJ ALFAKIM AMIKACIN SULPHATE INJECTIONIP 500MG 1 ...

INJ ALFAKIM 500MG (AMIKACIN SULPHATE INJ

Where Amikacin is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Amikacin from India, by trade value

India exports Amikacin to 10+ countries under 35 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Iraq ($4.9M), followed by United States ($3.7M) and Pakistan ($2.7M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Amikacin pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Iraq	$4.9M	23.2%
#2	United States	$3.7M	17.5%
#3	Pakistan	$2.7M	12.6%
#4	Turkey	$1.8M	8.4%
#5	United Arab Emirates	$1.3M	6.1%
#6	United Kingdom	$1.3M	6.0%
#7	Afghanistan	$651.3K	3.1%
#8	Philippines	$518.6K	2.5%
#9	Canada	$507.0K	2.4%
#10	Turkmenistan	$331.8K	1.6%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Amikacin 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 Amikacin 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 Amikacin HS Codes Work

Amikacin falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 35 codes used for Amikacin 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 Amikacin is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Amikacin trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 66.3%). 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 — Amikacin Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Amikacin 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 Amikacin.

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). Amikacin 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), Amikacin 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 Iraq and United States have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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

Iraq: As a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Iraq applies MFN tariff rates to pharmaceutical products. Specific tariff rates for HS code 30049099 should be confirmed with Iraq's national customs authority.

United States: The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) indicates that pharmaceutical products under HS code 30049099 are generally duty-free under the MFN tariff schedule.

Pakistan: According to Pakistan's Federal Board of Revenue, pharmaceutical products under HS code 30049099 are typically exempt from customs duties, aligning with the country's policy to facilitate access to essential medicines.

Turkey: The Turkish Customs Authority applies an MFN tariff rate to pharmaceutical products under HS code 30049099. Specific rates should be verified with the authority.

United Arab Emirates (UAE): The UAE's Federal Customs Authority generally imposes a 5% customs duty on imported goods. However, pharmaceutical products, including those under HS code 30049099, are often exempt to ensure the availability of essential medicines.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Amikacin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Amikacin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic, is primarily classified under HS code 30049099, which pertains to "Other medicaments containing antibiotics." However, classification disputes may arise between HS codes 3003 and 3004:

HS Code 3003: This code covers "Medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale."

HS Code 3004: This code includes "Medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale."

The distinction hinges on the product's presentation:

Bulk Form (HS 3003): If Amikacin is imported in bulk without specific dosing or retail packaging, it should be classified under HS code 3003.

Retail Form (HS 3004): If Amikacin is imported in pre-measured doses or retail packaging, it falls under HS code 3004.

Common misclassification errors include:

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Amikacin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP includes a monograph for Amikacin, detailing specifications for identity, purity, and potency. The monograph outlines tests for assay, impurities, and other quality attributes to ensure the drug's efficacy and safety.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP): The BP provides a monograph for Amikacin, specifying requirements for identification, assay, and impurity limits. It also includes guidelines for dissolution and stability testing to ensure consistent drug release and shelf-life.

European Pharmacopoeia (EP): The EP monograph for Amikacin sets forth criteria for purity, potency, and other quality parameters. It includes detailed methods for dissolution testing and stability studies, particularly considering the climatic conditions outlined in ICH guidelines.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP monograph for Amikacin specifies standards for identity, assay, and impurities. It also provides protocols for dissolution testing and stability studies, aligning with ICH stability zones relevant to India's climatic conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions — Amikacin HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Amikacin exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Amikacin exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 66.3% of all Amikacin trade valued at $14.0M. In total, India exports Amikacin under 35 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Amikacin trade?

Amikacin is exported from India under 35 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $21.1M across 1,662 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 96.1% 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 Amikacin, this code covers $14.0M in trade value with 982 transactions, 296 suppliers, and 376 buyers across 185 countries. The average unit price under this code is $5.47.

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30042099 for Amikacin?

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 66.3% of Amikacin trade ($14.0M) with an average unit price of $5.47, while HS 30042099 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) covers 13.4% ($2.8M) at $9.34 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 296 suppliers and 376 buyers, compared to 79 suppliers and 120 buyers for HS 30042099.

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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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 — Amikacin HS Codes

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What is HS code 30049099?

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