Artesunate HS Code Trade Classification — 41 Codes, $171.9M Trade

Q: How much Artesunate is exported under HS code 30046000?

Under HS code 30046000, India exports $91.7M worth of Artesunate, representing 53.3% of total Artesunate trade. This involves 1,383 shipments from 84 Indian exporters to 286 buyers in 117 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Artesunate from India?

The top importing countries for Artesunate from India are Madagascar, Kenya, Angola. The leading importer Madagascar accounts for $39.7M in trade value. In total, Artesunate is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 41 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Artesunate exporters from India?

The leading Artesunate exporters from India include IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED ($60.7M), AFROWAY PHARMA ($14.8M), IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED ($13.0M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $171.9M.

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

HS code 30049099 has the highest average unit price at $11.30 per unit for Artesunate exports. This compares to the overall market average of $28003.72 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30046000 averages $5.31 per unit.

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$171.9M441 Suppliers102 CountriesHS 30049059

ExportsIndia → MADAGASCAR23.1%India → KENYA18.8%

ImportsCAMEROON → India$1.7K SINGAPORE → India$1.6K

#1 Supplier: IPCA LABORATORIES

Artesunate HS Codes (2026) — 41 Classifications, $171.9M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Artesunate HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Artesunate under 41 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $171.9M across 6,138 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30046000 (Medicaments containing antimalarial substances (retail)), accounting for 53.3% of all Artesunate trade at $91.7M. HS 30049059 (Other cardiovascular preparations (retail)) follows at 26.9% ($46.2M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 97.1% of total Artesunate trade from India. The average transaction value is $28004. Key importing markets include Madagascar, Kenya, Angola. Leading exporters include IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED and AFROWAY PHARMA. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Artesunate HS Code Analysis — 41 classifications, $171.9M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Artesunate HS code analysis — 41 classifications · $171.9M trade value · 6,138 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Artesunate HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30046000	$91.7M	53.3%	1,383	$5.31	84	117
#2	30049059	$46.2M	26.9%

HS 30046000

Medicaments containing antimalarial substances (retail) · 53.3% of Artesunate trade

$91.7M

Trade Value

53.3%

Market Share

1,383

Transactions

$5.31

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 84Buyers: 286Countries: 117

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINES-Artesunate (w/1 Amp N

AZUNATE INJ (ARTESUNATE 60MG IM/IV INJ),

HARMLESS MEDICINES ARTESUNATE 60MG POWDE

HS 30049059

Other cardiovascular preparations (retail) · 26.9% of Artesunate trade

$46.2M

Trade Value

26.9%

Market Share

2,177

Transactions

$4.70

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 232Buyers: 470Countries: 155

Common Product Descriptions:

Combipack of Artesunate for Injection 12

Combipack of Artesunate for Injection 60

COMBIPACK OF ARTESUNATE FOR INJECTION 30

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 15.3% of Artesunate trade

$26.4M

Trade Value

15.3%

Market Share

2,106

Transactions

$11.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 338Buyers: 523Countries: 136

Common Product Descriptions:

ESUNATE 120 MG INJECTION Artesunate Inje

ARTESUNATE FOR INJE.(SUNATE-30+SODIUM CH

ARTESUNATE FOR INJ. SUNATE60+SODIUM CHLO

HS 30036000

Medicaments containing antimalarial substances (not retail) · 0.8% of Artesunate trade

$1.4M

Trade Value

0.8%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.94

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 6Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

ARTESUNATE INJECTION 60MG VIAL

ARTESUNATE INJECTION 120MG VIAL

ARTESUNATE INJECTION 60MG VIAL

HS 30049057

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

$1.2M

Trade Value

0.7%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.08

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

DRUGS AND PHARMACEUTICALS HARMLESSMEDICINES ARTESU...

DRUGS AND PHARMACEUTICALS HARMLESS MEDICINES- MACS...

DRUGS AND PHARMACEUTICALS HARMLESS MEDICINES-MACSU...

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.6% of Artesunate trade

$1.0M

Trade Value

0.6%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.49

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

Artesunate Injection 30mg START 30

MENATE ARTESUNATE INJECTION 60 MG+SOLVA

MENATE (ARTESUNATE INJECTION 60 MG SOLVA

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.5% of Artesunate trade

$883.9K

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

105

Transactions

$2.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 34Buyers: 43Countries: 30

Common Product Descriptions:

Artesunate Injection 180 Mg (16000PCS)

Artesunate Injection 30 Mg (30000 PCS)

Artesunate Injection 120 Mg (60000 PCS)

HS 30049063

Anti-inflammatory preparations (non-steroidal) (retail) · 0.4% of Artesunate trade

$679.9K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

Artesunate (Sterile) Injection 120 mg (R

Artesunate Sterile Injection 60 mg REKMAL INJECTIO...

Artesunate Sterile Injection 30 mg REKMAL INJECTIO...

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.3% of Artesunate trade

$556.1K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.74

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 16Buyers: 15Countries: 14

Common Product Descriptions:

ARTESUNATE FOR INJECTION 30MG ONE VIAL O

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS ARTESUNATE FOR I

Combipack of Artesunate for Injection So

#10

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.3% of Artesunate trade

$540.7K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 16Countries: 15

Common Product Descriptions:

ARTESUNATEINJ60mg(7.5mlvial+SodiumChlori

ARTESUNATE INJECTION 60MG-22000-NOS AHC

ARTESUNATE INJECTION 60MG 7500 AIHI -INV

#11

HS 30042020

Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.2% of Artesunate trade

$331.2K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.31

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 7Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

SAMSUNATE 60MG (ARTESUNATE FOR INJECTION

SAMSUNATE 60MG. (ARTESUNATE FOR INJECTI

ARTESUNATE INJECTION 60 MG

#12

HS 30042069

Other antibiotic medicaments, put up for retail sale · 0.1% of Artesunate trade

$138.2K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS MEDICINES - ARTEMAN 120 MG...

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS MEDICINES - ARTEMAN 480 MG...

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS MEDICINES - ARTEMAN 120MG ...

#13

HS 30046000

Medicaments containing antimalarial substances (retail) · 0.1% of Artesunate trade

$122.5K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.36

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

ALLNAT INJECTION 30MG[7728X1= 7728VIALS]COMBIPACK ...

ALLNAT INJECTION 60MG[6240X1=6240 PACKS][COMBI-PAC...

HARMLESS LIFE SAVING PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINE:ARTES...

#14

HS 30042096

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

$120.7K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 9Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

ARTESUNATE 60 MG BRAND-MENSUNATE-60(BATC

ARTESUNATE 120 MG BRAND-MENSUNATE-120(BA

ARTIPRO 120 MG INJ. ARTESUNATE INJECTION 120 MG BA...

#15

HS 30043200

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

$107.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.21

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 4Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

NISUN 120 MG (GENERIC NAME ARTESUNATE

NISUN 60 MG (GENERIC NAME ARTESUNATE I

NISUN 60 MG ARTESUNATE I.P INJ 60 MG

#16

HS 30049032

Anti-amoebic and anti-protozoal medicaments (retail) · 0.1% of Artesunate trade

$103.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.22

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 5Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM - 1...

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS - 50 CARTONS OFGENNISUNATE...

#17

HS 30042019

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

$100.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.46

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 10Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

Artesunate Inj 60 mg (NBSSUNATE)

PARTHER 120MG INJ.- ARTESUNATE POUR INJE

PARTHER 60MG-ARTESUNATE POUR INJECTION 6

#18

HS 30049039

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

$71.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.38

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

COMBINATE SP 60 ARTESUNATE FOR INJECTION

Artesunate Injection 120mg START 120 AS PER INV

ARTIPRO-120 MG ARTESUNATE 120 MG

#19

HS 30044100

Medicaments containing ephedrine or pseudoephedrine (retail) · 0.0% of Artesunate trade

$63.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.20

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ARTESUNATE INJECTION 60MG PACKING UNIT-7.5 ML BATC...

ARTESUNATE INJECTION 30MG PACKING UNIT-7.5 ML BATC...

ARTESUNATE INJECTION 120MG PACKING UNIT-10 ML BATC...

#20

HS 30042039

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

$43.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.19

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

SUNATE INJ 60 MG INJ - ARTESUNATE INJ

SUNATE -120 MG -ARTESUNATE 120 MG

SUNATE -60 MG -ARTESUNATE 60 MG

Where Artesunate is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Artesunate from India, by trade value

India exports Artesunate to 10+ countries under 41 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Madagascar ($39.7M), followed by Kenya ($32.3M) and Angola ($11.9M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Artesunate pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Madagascar	$39.7M	23.1%
#2	Kenya	$32.3M	18.8%
#3	Angola	$11.9M	6.9%
#4	Congo Dr	$11.1M	6.5%
#5	Tanzania	$10.0M	5.8%
#6	Nigeria	$8.9M	5.2%
#7	Cameroon	$7.4M	4.3%
#8	Uganda	$5.5M	3.2%
#9	Congo	$4.5M	2.6%
#10	Ghana	$4.1M	2.4%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Artesunate primarily under HS code 30046000 (Medicaments containing antimalarial substances (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Artesunate 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 Artesunate HS Codes Work

Artesunate falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 41 codes used for Artesunate 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 Artesunate is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Artesunate trade (including the dominant code 30046000 at 53.3%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30046000 refers to "Medicaments containing antimalarial substances (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Artesunate Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Artesunate 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 Artesunate.

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). Artesunate 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), Artesunate 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 Madagascar and Kenya have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Antimalarial & Antiparasitic — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Antimalarial & Antiparasitic therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Artesunate

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Artesunate HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Artesunate, an antimalarial medication, is primarily classified under HS code 30046000, which pertains to medicaments containing antimalarial active principles described in Subheading Note 2 to Chapter 30. The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and any preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with India for this HS code in the top importing countries are as follows:

Madagascar: As a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Madagascar applies MFN tariff rates. Specific tariff rates for HS code 30046000 should be confirmed with Madagascar's customs authority.

Kenya: Kenya, also a WTO member, applies MFN tariff rates. For HS code 30046000, the applicable tariff rate can be obtained from the Kenya Revenue Authority.

Angola: Angola's MFN tariff rates are accessible through its national customs authority. Details for HS code 30046000 should be verified with the relevant Angolan authorities.

Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC): The DRC, as a WTO member, applies MFN tariff rates. Specific rates for HS code 30046000 can be confirmed with the DRC's customs authority.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Artesunate HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Artesunate can be classified under different HS codes depending on its formulation and presentation:

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 forms 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 forms for retail sale.

Common misclassification errors occur when the specific presentation of Artesunate is not accurately identified, leading to incorrect tariff applications. Such misclassifications can result in 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 precise classification to ensure compliance and facilitate international trade.

Our data indicates that 41 different HS codes have been used for Artesunate shipments, with HS code 30046000 accounting for 53.3% of the trade. This variability underscores the need for meticulous classification practices to avoid disputes and ensure accurate tariff assessments.

TransData Nexus Research · WTO tariff schedules, WCO classification, pharmacopoeia standardsMar 2026

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Artesunate HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Artesunate is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, each providing specific quality standards:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): Artesunate is listed with defined purity and assay requirements. The USP monograph specifies tests for identification, assay, and impurities to ensure the quality of Artesunate. Reference standards are available to support these quality assessments.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP): The BP includes a monograph for Artesunate, detailing quality parameters such as identification tests, assay limits, and impurity profiles. These standards are designed to ensure the consistency and safety of Artesunate products.

European Pharmacopoeia (EP): The EP provides comprehensive quality standards for Artesunate, including specifications for purity, assay, and dissolution testing. These standards are harmonized to facilitate compliance across member states.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP monograph for Artesunate outlines quality requirements, including identification, assay, and impurity limits, tailored to the Indian pharmaceutical context.

Purity and assay requirements typically mandate that Artesunate contains not less than 98.0% and not more than 102.0% of the labeled amount. Dissolution testing ensures that the drug releases its active ingredient within specified time frames, which is critical for its therapeutic efficacy. Stability testing, conducted per International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, assesses the drug's shelf life under various environmental conditions, categorized into different climatic zones. This testing ensures that Artesunate maintains its quality and efficacy throughout its intended shelf life.

Frequently Asked Questions — Artesunate HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Artesunate exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Artesunate exports from India is 30046000 (Medicaments containing antimalarial substances (retail)), which accounts for 53.3% of all Artesunate trade valued at $91.7M. In total, India exports Artesunate under 41 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Artesunate trade?

Artesunate is exported from India under 41 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $171.9M across 6,138 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 97.1% of total trade.

What is HS code 30046000?

HS code 30046000 refers to "Medicaments containing antimalarial substances (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Artesunate, this code covers $91.7M in trade value with 1,383 transactions, 84 suppliers, and 286 buyers across 117 countries. The average unit price under this code is $5.31.

What is the difference between HS 30046000 and 30049059 for Artesunate?

HS 30046000 (Medicaments containing antimalarial substances (retail)) accounts for 53.3% of Artesunate trade ($91.7M) with an average unit price of $5.31, while HS 30049059 (Other cardiovascular preparations (retail)) covers 26.9% ($46.2M) at $4.70 per unit. HS 30046000 involves 84 suppliers and 286 buyers, compared to 232 suppliers and 470 buyers for HS 30049059.

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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