Ayurvedic HS Code Trade Classification — 23 Codes, $131.1M Trade

Q: How much Ayurvedic is exported under HS code 30049011?

Under HS code 30049011, India exports $130.3M worth of Ayurvedic, representing 99.4% of total Ayurvedic trade. This involves 14,261 shipments from 231 Indian exporters to 449 buyers in 113 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Ayurvedic from India?

The top importing countries for Ayurvedic from India are United States, United Arab Emirates, Nepal. The leading importer United States accounts for $4.3M in trade value. In total, Ayurvedic is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 23 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Ayurvedic exporters from India?

The leading Ayurvedic exporters from India include HIMALAYA WELLNESS POLAND SP.Z.O.O ($107.6M), HIMALAYA WELLNESS COMPANY ($8.6M), WELEX LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED ($1.5M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $131.1M.

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

HS code 30049041 has the highest average unit price at $14470.16 per unit for Ayurvedic exports. This compares to the overall market average of $8664.03 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049011 averages $14.99 per unit.

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$23.1M256 Suppliers114 CountriesHS 30049011

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES18.5%India → UNITED ARAB11.4%

#1 Supplier: HIMALAYA WELLNESS

Ayurvedic HS Codes (2026) — 23 Classifications, $131.1M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Ayurvedic HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Ayurvedic under 23 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $131.1M across 15,135 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049011 (Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda), accounting for 99.4% of all Ayurvedic trade at $130.3M. HS 30039011 (Other medicaments of two or more mixed constituents (not retail)) follows at 0.4% ($488.6K). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.9% of total Ayurvedic trade from India. The average transaction value is $8664. Key importing markets include United States, United Arab Emirates, Nepal. Leading exporters include HIMALAYA WELLNESS POLAND SP.Z.O.O and HIMALAYA WELLNESS COMPANY . Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Ayurvedic HS Code Analysis — 23 classifications, $131.1M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Ayurvedic HS code analysis — 23 classifications · $131.1M trade value · 15,135 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Ayurvedic HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049011	$130.3M	99.4%	14,261	$14.99	231	113
#2	30039011	$488.6K	0.4%

HS 30049011

Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda · 99.4% of Ayurvedic trade

$130.3M

Trade Value

99.4%

Market Share

14,261

Transactions

$14.99

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 231Buyers: 449Countries: 113

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICAMENTS OF AYURVEDIC SYSTEM (AMLA JU

NAVRATNA AYURVEDIC OIL COOL 200 ML

NAVRATNA AYURVEDIC OIL COOL 500 ML

HS 30039011

Other medicaments of two or more mixed constituents (not retail) · 0.4% of Ayurvedic trade

$488.6K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

620

Transactions

$10.38

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 41Buyers: 52Countries: 25

Common Product Descriptions:

Ayurvedic : Punamnavasavam - 80 Nos, Bhr

Ayurvedic : Jeevaneeya Rasayanam - 20 No

AYURVEDIC/HERBAL PRODUCTS - UNEASTHMIN

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 0.1% of Ayurvedic trade

$111.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

135

Transactions

$6.94

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 28Buyers: 28Countries: 21

Common Product Descriptions:

LIV 52 TAB-AYURVEDIC-BATCH NO372101981

PENISOLE CAPSAYURVEDIC

VOLINI GEL (1PCS=75GMS) [OF AYURVEDIC SY

HS 30049012

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

$87.8K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$20.96

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 10Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

AYURVEDIC/HERBAL SUALIN TAB

AYURVEDIC PRODUCTS : KALONJI OIL-100 ML-

AYURVEDIC SYRUP (200ML*40Bottle)

HS 30049013

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

$69.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.04

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

THUTHUVALAI POWDER (AYURVEDIC POWDER )

JINGA GOLD CAPS 4S (AYURVEDIC PRODUCT )

AYURVEDIC PRODUCTS : VALLARAI TAB ( 100N

HS 30049015

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

$47.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$15.71

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

AYURVEDIC TOOTHPASTE AS INV

AYURVEDIC SKIN CREAM AS INV

AYURVEDIC CREAM AS INV

HS 30049041

Antacid preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Ayurvedic trade

$14.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$14470.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AYURVEDIC MEDICINE (DETAILS AS PER INVOI

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Ayurvedic trade

$5.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.37

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

AYURVEDIC PRODUCTS (AYURSLIM, LIV52 TAB

AYURVEDIC PRODUCT - ASHWAGANDHA ROOT

AYURVEDIC PRODUCTS - ORGANIC SHILAJIT

HS 30051090

Other adhesive dressings · 0.0% of Ayurvedic trade

$3.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.35

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

AYURVEDIC PAIN RELIEF PLASTER,MEDIGRIP,1

(MEDICAMENTS OF AYURVEDIC SYSTEM) LION P

HEALTH DRINK AYURVEDIC 100ML

#10

HS 30041090

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

$3.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.66

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

NETRAPRABHA PLUS EYE DROPS - AYURVEDIC E

Boroline Antiseptic Ayurvedic Cream 20gm

Boroline Antiseptic Ayurvedic Cream 40g

#11

HS 30039090

Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale) · 0.0% of Ayurvedic trade

$2.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

AYURVEDIC/HERBAL ISOTINE EYE DROPS

AYURVEDIC/HERBAL ITEMS- AYURVEDIC/HERBAL

AYUR RAKSHA OIL 100ML (AYURVEDIC PRODUCT

#12

HS 30042095

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

$2.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GUDUCHI TABLET (AYURVEDIC ITEM)

SHATAVARI CAPSULES (AYURVEDIC ITEM)

TRIPHALA TABLET (AYURVEDIC ITEM)

#13

HS 30

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

$855

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.75

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AYURVEDIC PRODUCT ORGANIC SHILAJIT (MINERAL PITCH)...

#14

HS 30049087

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

$533

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.78

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

BRAHMI TABLET (AYURVEDIC ITEM)

#15

HS 30031000

Medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (not retail) · 0.0% of Ayurvedic trade

$432

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.60

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AYURVEDIC AND HERBAL PRODUCTS FOR HUMAN

#16

HS 30041010

Ampicillin and its salts, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Ayurvedic trade

$334

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.37

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

AYURVEDIC PRODUCTS : CHERUPAYAR POWDER-1

DEHSHUDDHI AYURVEDIC TABLETS ( 60T X 13

ONION OIL -(KESH KING AYURVEDIC ONION OI

#17

HS 30041030

Penicillin V and its salts, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Ayurvedic trade

$330

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$82.52

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AYURVEDIC TABLET24JAR X 380 G

#18

HS 30045090

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

$244

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.58

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

BEPLEX FORTE VIAL (AYURVEDIC PRODUCT)

#19

HS 30042099

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

$110

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.11

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AYURVEDIC/PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS-VIDAL

#20

HS 30061020

Sterile absorbable surgical/dental yarn · 0.0% of Ayurvedic trade

$37

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.22

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

DABUR DANT RAKSHAK AYURVEDIC PASTE BATC

Where Ayurvedic is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Ayurvedic from India, by trade value

India exports Ayurvedic to 10+ countries under 23 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($4.3M), followed by United Arab Emirates ($2.6M) and Nepal ($2.3M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Ayurvedic pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$4.3M	3.3%
#2	United Arab Emirates	$2.6M	2.0%
#3	Nepal	$2.3M	1.7%
#4	Kazakhstan	$1.9M	1.4%
#5	Philippines	$1.1M	0.9%
#6	Russia	$1.1M	0.8%
#7	Kuwait	$642.1K	0.5%
#8	Mongolia	$608.8K	0.5%
#9	Netherlands	$578.8K	0.4%
#10	Mauritius	$548.3K	0.4%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Ayurvedic primarily under HS code 30049011 (Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Ayurvedic 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 Ayurvedic HS Codes Work

Ayurvedic falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 23 codes used for Ayurvedic 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 Ayurvedic is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Ayurvedic trade (including the dominant code 30049011 at 99.4%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049011 refers to "Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda".

Regulatory & Compliance — Ayurvedic Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Ayurvedic 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 Ayurvedic.

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). Ayurvedic 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), Ayurvedic 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 United Arab Emirates have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Ayurvedic & Herbal Products — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Ayurvedic & Herbal Products therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Ayurvedic

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

The Harmonized System (HS) code 30049011 pertains to Ayurvedic medicinal products. Tariff rates for this code vary across key importing countries:

United States: The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rate for HS 30049011 is 0%. The U.S. does not have a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India that affects this product. Essential medicines may be subject to specific import regulations, but no additional exemptions apply to Ayurvedic products under this code.

United Arab Emirates (UAE): The UAE applies an MFN tariff rate of 5% on HS 30049011. While the UAE is a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), which has an FTA with India, Ayurvedic products do not benefit from preferential rates under this agreement. No specific exemptions for essential medicines are noted for this category.

Nepal: Nepal imposes an MFN tariff rate of 10% on HS 30049011. Under the Nepal-India Trade Treaty, certain products enjoy preferential treatment; however, Ayurvedic products under this code are not included. No exemptions for essential medicines are specified.

Kazakhstan: As a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), Kazakhstan applies a common external tariff. The MFN rate for HS 30049011 is 0%. There is no FTA between India and the EAEU affecting this product, and no specific exemptions for essential medicines are indicated.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Ayurvedic HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Ayurvedic products are primarily classified under HS code 30049011, accounting for 99.4% of trade, as per TransData Nexus data. However, classification disputes can arise between HS codes 3003 and 3004. HS code 3003 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," while HS code 3004 pertains to "Medicaments... put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale."

Common misclassification errors occur when products intended for retail sale are incorrectly classified under HS 3003 instead of 3004. Such misclassifications can lead to customs penalties, including fines and delays in clearance. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities emphasize the importance of accurate classification based on packaging and intended use. For instance, a 2025 WCO ruling clarified that Ayurvedic products in retail packaging should be classified under HS 3004.

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Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Ayurvedic HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Ayurvedic products are not included in the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), or European Pharmacopoeia (EP). However, the Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) includes monographs for various Ayurvedic formulations, specifying standards for identity, purity, and strength.

Purity and assay requirements for Ayurvedic products are detailed in the IP, focusing on the absence of contaminants and the presence of active constituents within specified limits. Dissolution testing is not typically applicable to traditional Ayurvedic formulations but may be relevant for modern dosage forms like tablets and capsules.

Stability testing for Ayurvedic products follows guidelines suitable for their intended markets. For instance, products exported to countries in ICH Climatic Zone IV (e.g., India) require stability testing under conditions of 30°C and 75% relative humidity. Compliance with these standards ensures product quality and efficacy throughout the shelf life.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Ayurvedic HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Ayurvedic exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Ayurvedic exports from India is 30049011 (Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda), which accounts for 99.4% of all Ayurvedic trade valued at $130.3M. In total, India exports Ayurvedic under 23 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Ayurvedic trade?

Ayurvedic is exported from India under 23 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $131.1M across 15,135 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.9% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049011?

HS code 30049011 refers to "Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Ayurvedic, this code covers $130.3M in trade value with 14,261 transactions, 231 suppliers, and 449 buyers across 113 countries. The average unit price under this code is $14.99.

What is the difference between HS 30049011 and 30039011 for Ayurvedic?

HS 30049011 (Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda) accounts for 99.4% of Ayurvedic trade ($130.3M) with an average unit price of $14.99, while HS 30039011 (Other medicaments of two or more mixed constituents (not retail)) covers 0.4% ($488.6K) at $10.38 per unit. HS 30049011 involves 231 suppliers and 449 buyers, compared to 41 suppliers and 52 buyers for HS 30039011.

Official References & Regulatory Resources

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

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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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What is HS code 30049011?

What is the difference between HS 30049011 and 30039011 for Ayurvedic?

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