Amiodarone HS Code Trade Classification — 24 Codes, $75.1M Trade

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

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $42.8M worth of Amiodarone, representing 57.0% of total Amiodarone trade. This involves 853 shipments from 216 Indian exporters to 310 buyers in 190 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Amiodarone from India?

The top importing countries for Amiodarone from India are United States, Brazil, Thailand. The leading importer United States accounts for $61.8M in trade value. In total, Amiodarone is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 24 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Amiodarone exporters from India?

The leading Amiodarone exporters from India include UNICHEM LABORATORIES LIMITED ($36.5M), RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED ($16.3M), RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED ($4.6M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $75.1M.

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

HS code 30 has the highest average unit price at $243.28 per unit for Amiodarone exports. This compares to the overall market average of $43939.78 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049099 averages $17.54 per unit.

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$74.6M243 Suppliers124 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES82.9%India → BRAZIL8.4%

ImportsUNITED KINGDOM → India$206.7K FRANCE → India$198.0K

#1 Supplier: UNICHEM LABORATORIES #1 Buyer: UNICHEM PHARMACEUTICALS

Amiodarone HS Codes (2026) — 24 Classifications, $75.1M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Amiodarone HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Amiodarone under 24 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $75.1M across 1,709 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 57.0% of all Amiodarone trade at $42.8M. HS 30049079 (Other CNS acting medicaments (retail)) follows at 42.4% ($31.8M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.9% of total Amiodarone trade from India. The average transaction value is $43940. Key importing markets include United States, Brazil, Thailand. Leading exporters include UNICHEM LABORATORIES LIMITED and RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Amiodarone HS Code Analysis — 24 classifications, $75.1M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Amiodarone HS code analysis — 24 classifications · $75.1M trade value · 1,709 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Amiodarone 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	$42.8M	57.0%	853	$17.54	216	190
#2	30049079	$31.8M	42.4%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 57.0% of Amiodarone trade

$42.8M

Trade Value

57.0%

Market Share

853

Transactions

$17.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 216Buyers: 310Countries: 190

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIODARONE - INJECTIONS - 150MG/ 3ML - D

AMIODARONE-TABLET-200MG-CORDARONE X-

AMIODARONE 200 TAB (10 TABS)

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 42.4% of Amiodarone trade

$31.8M

Trade Value

42.4%

Market Share

667

Transactions

$4.82

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 101Buyers: 158Countries: 120

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA DRUGS & MEDICINE: AMIODARONE TABL

AMIODARONE-TABLET-100MG-DURON-

AMIODARONE STERILE CONCENTRATE I.P' 150

HS 30042039

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.2% of Amiodarone trade

$137.3K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.24

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 4Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS DRUGS & MEDICINES-AMIRON(AMIODARON...

PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS & MEDICINES TRIODONE (AMIOD...

PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS & MEDICINES AMIRON (AMIODARON...

HS 30049079

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.2% of Amiodarone trade

$134.7K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 7Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIODARONE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS USP 200MG [60'S T...

HARMLESS LIFE SAVING PHARMACEUTICALS FINISHED PROD...

AMIODARONE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS USP 200MG [60'S T...

HS 30041030

Penicillin V and its salts, put up for retail sale · 0.1% of Amiodarone trade

$99.2K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.24

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 6Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIODARONE TAB 200MG 2X10s BRAZ PACK:BOX

AMIODARONE TAB 200MG 2X10s BARAZ PACK:BO

AMIODARONE TAB 200MG 2X10s BRAZ PACK:BOX

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Amiodarone trade

$22.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.82

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 10Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL ITEMS- AMIODARONE INJECTI

AMIORON 150 MG INJ AMIODARONE STERILECON

AMIODARONE STERILE CONCENTRATE I.P. AM

HS 30049099

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

$16.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.96

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 13Buyers: 11Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

AS PER INVOICE NO: ZPPL/XP/2425/017 DATE: 02/04/20...

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS...

AMIODARONE 200MG TABLETS (TOTAL QTY:-1000 STRIPS)

HS 30049034

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

$7.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.87

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 11Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIODARONE 150MG/3ML INJ ( OMIDRON ) (10

Cordacare ( Amiodarone Hcl ) Inj

HARMLES MEDICINE FOR EXPORTINV UNDER INV NO AP 22 ...

HS 30042019

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

$4.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.42

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 10Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIODARONE HCL PREMIXED INJECTION 150 MG

AMIODARONE HCL PREMIXED INJECTION 360 MG

SCODARONE ( AMIODARONE STERILE) INJ MFG.

#10

HS 30049081

Anti-cancer medicaments, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Amiodarone trade

$2.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.31

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 13Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIODARONE-TABLET-200MG-CORDARONE X-

CORDARONE 100MG (AMIODARONE) SIZE-15 TAB

AMIODARONE TABLET 200MG CORDARONE X

#11

HS 30049069

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

$2.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.71

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

CORDARONE X 200 TABLET[100 NOS X 15 = 1500 TAB]EAC...

AMEDRON-200 (AMIODARONE TABLETS) (200 PACKX10X10=2...

#12

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Amiodarone trade

$1.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.33

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 6Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

DURON 100MG TAB - AMIODARONE

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTIONINJ AMIODAR...

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTIONINJ. AMIODA...

#13

HS 30

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

$1.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$243.28

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIODARONE TABLETS 100 MG (PMS-AMIODARONE 100 MG) ...

NEXTERONE R (AMIODARONE HCI) PREMIXED INJECTION 36...

NEXTERONE R (AMIODARONE HCI) PREMIXED INJECTION 15...

#14

HS 30041090

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

$569

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

Amiodarone Tablets I.P. 200mg (CORDARONE

Odarone ( Amiodarone ) Inj.

PHARMACEUTICALS ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM Du...

#15

HS 30042099

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

$558

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.93

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 3Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIODARONE-INJECTION-150MG/3ML-DURON-

AMIODARONE-INJECTION-150MG/3ML-DURON-,SUP INV.AR40...

#16

HS 30043200

Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail) · 0.0% of Amiodarone trade

$460

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.92

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIODON INJ (AMIODARONE STERILE CONCENTRATE),PACK3...

#17

HS 30049083

Anti-diabetic medicaments (other than insulin) (retail) · 0.0% of Amiodarone trade

$101

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$12.58

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION - AMIODON 150MCG/3 ML IN...

#18

HS 30049034

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

$77

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

AMIODARONE STERILE CONCENTRATE IP 150 MG3 ML (TOTA...

#19

HS 30049042

Anti-diarrhoeal preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Amiodarone trade

$75

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.50

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

Oncofluor 500 ( Amiodarone ) Inj

#20

HS 30049081

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

$71

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.02

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS DETAILS,BATCH NO- 3NG027,...

Where Amiodarone is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Amiodarone from India, by trade value

India exports Amiodarone to 10+ countries under 24 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($61.8M), followed by Brazil ($6.3M) and Thailand ($947.1K). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Amiodarone pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$61.8M	82.3%
#2	Brazil	$6.3M	8.4%
#3	Thailand	$947.1K	1.3%
#4	Venezuela	$770.6K	1.0%
#5	Germany	$692.9K	0.9%
#6	United Kingdom	$521.6K	0.7%
#7	Mexico	$440.1K	0.6%
#8	Philippines	$420.9K	0.6%
#9	Sri Lanka	$403.4K	0.5%
#10	France	$328.3K	0.4%

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

Amiodarone falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 24 codes used for Amiodarone 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 Amiodarone is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Amiodarone trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 57.0%). 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 — Amiodarone Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Amiodarone 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 Amiodarone.

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). Amiodarone 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), Amiodarone 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 Brazil 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

The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates for HS code 30049099 vary among the top importing countries of Amiodarone:

United States: The Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) lists HS code 30049099 under subheading 3004.90.91, which is duty-free.

European Union (including Germany and the United Kingdom): The EU's Combined Nomenclature (CN) classifies this product under code 3004.90.00, with an MFN tariff rate of 0%.

Brazil: According to the Brazilian government's tariff schedule, HS code 30049099 falls under NCM code 3004.90.99, subject to an MFN tariff rate of 8%.

Thailand: The Thai Customs Department classifies this product under code 3004.90.99, with an MFN tariff rate of 10%.

Venezuela: The Venezuelan tariff schedule lists HS code 30049099 under code 3004.90.99, with an MFN tariff rate of 5%.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Amiodarone HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Amiodarone can be classified under HS codes 3003 or 3004, depending on its form:

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

HS 3004: Medicaments put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale.

Common misclassification errors occur when the product's packaging and intended use are not accurately considered. For example, bulk Amiodarone powder intended for pharmaceutical manufacturing should be classified under HS 3003, while tablets or ampoules ready for retail sale fall under HS 3004.

Misclassification 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 correct classification to ensure compliance and facilitate trade.

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Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Amiodarone HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Amiodarone is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for Amiodarone Hydrochloride includes specifications for purity, assay, and related substances. The assay requires that the drug substance contains not less than 98.0% and not more than 102.0% of Amiodarone Hydrochloride, calculated on the dried basis. Dissolution testing is conducted to ensure consistent drug release, and stability testing follows the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines appropriate for the climatic zone.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP) and European Pharmacopoeia (EP): Both include monographs for Amiodarone Hydrochloride, detailing similar quality standards as the USP. These monographs specify tests for identification, purity (including limits for impurities), assay, and dissolution. Stability testing aligns with ICH guidelines, considering the climatic conditions of the respective regions.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP monograph for Amiodarone Hydrochloride outlines quality requirements consistent with international standards, including tests for identification, purity, assay, and dissolution. Stability testing is conducted per ICH guidelines, considering India's climatic conditions.

Ensuring compliance with these pharmacopoeial standards is crucial for the quality and efficacy of Amiodarone products in the global market.

Frequently Asked Questions — Amiodarone HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Amiodarone exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Amiodarone exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 57.0% of all Amiodarone trade valued at $42.8M. In total, India exports Amiodarone under 24 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Amiodarone trade?

Amiodarone is exported from India under 24 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $75.1M across 1,709 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.9% 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 Amiodarone, this code covers $42.8M in trade value with 853 transactions, 216 suppliers, and 310 buyers across 190 countries. The average unit price under this code is $17.54.

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30049079 for Amiodarone?

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 57.0% of Amiodarone trade ($42.8M) with an average unit price of $17.54, while HS 30049079 (Other CNS acting medicaments (retail)) covers 42.4% ($31.8M) at $4.82 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 216 suppliers and 310 buyers, compared to 101 suppliers and 158 buyers for HS 30049079.

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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