Calcium HS Code Trade Classification — 95 Codes, $11.2B Trade

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

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $11.1B worth of Calcium, representing 99.1% of total Calcium trade. This involves 10,483 shipments from 1020 Indian exporters to 1745 buyers in 392 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Calcium from India?

The top importing countries for Calcium from India are United States, Canada, Belgium. The leading importer United States accounts for $477.6M in trade value. In total, Calcium is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 95 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Calcium exporters from India?

The leading Calcium exporters from India include IPR PHARMACEUTICALS INC ($10.3B), INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED ($251.6M), MYLAN LABORATORIES LIMITED ($145.2M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $11.2B.

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

HS code 30 has the highest average unit price at $347.60 per unit for Calcium exports. This compares to the overall market average of $714329.03 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049099 averages $282.43 per unit.

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$895.2M996 Suppliers184 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES53.4%India → CANADA30.1%

ImportsCHINA → India$1.0M GERMANY → India$671.3K

#1 Supplier: INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS #1 Buyer: BIOMEDPHARMA

Calcium HS Codes (2026) — 95 Classifications, $11.2B Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Calcium HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Calcium under 95 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $11.2B across 15,661 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 99.1% of all Calcium trade at $11.1B. HS 30049079 (Other CNS acting medicaments (retail)) follows at 0.2% ($24.5M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.7% of total Calcium trade from India. The average transaction value is $714329. Key importing markets include United States, Canada, Belgium. Leading exporters include IPR PHARMACEUTICALS INC and INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Calcium HS Code Analysis — 95 classifications, $11.2B trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Calcium HS code analysis — 95 classifications · $11.2B trade value · 15,661 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Calcium 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	$11.1B	99.1%	10,483	$282.43	1020	392
#2	30049079	$24.5M	0.2%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 99.1% of Calcium trade

$11.1B

Trade Value

99.1%

Market Share

10,483

Transactions

$282.43

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1020Buyers: 1745Countries: 392

Common Product Descriptions:

NESH CALCIO (CALCIUM CARBONATE TABLETS U

ROSUVASTATIN CALCIUM TABLETS 5MG ( RIDLI

ATORVASTATIN CALCIUM TABLETS 40MG ( ATOR

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 0.2% of Calcium trade

$24.5M

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

826

Transactions

$18.21

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 72Buyers: 173Countries: 92

Common Product Descriptions:

ATORID- 10 TAB(Atorvastatin Calcium eq.)

ATORID- 80 TAB(Atorvastatin Calcium eq.)

ATORID- 40 TAB(Atorvastatin Calcium eq

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 0.2% of Calcium trade

$24.2M

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$347.60

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 14Buyers: 14Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

CAMPRAL (ACAMPROSATE CALCIUM 333MG ) (FOC) (1PACK ...

CALCIUM GLUCONATE INJECTION USP 100MG/ML CALCIUM S...

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 0.1% of Calcium trade

$9.3M

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

477

Transactions

$1.06

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 51Buyers: 92Countries: 61

Common Product Descriptions:

SOFLAX TAB (CALCIUM SENNOSIDES 13.5MG) [

CALCIUM GLUCONATE INJ

CO-SENNA (CALCIUM SENNOSIDE 8 MG + DOCUS

HS 30045033

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.1% of Calcium trade

$8.4M

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.31

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 6Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

LEUCOVORIN CALCIUM FOI 200MG-1S-MYLAN-US

LEUCOVORIN CALCIUM FOI 350MG-1S-MYLAN-US

LEUCOVORIN CALCIUM FOI 350MG 1S MYLAN US

HS 30045036

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.1% of Calcium trade

$6.4M

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

184

Transactions

$0.97

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 31Buyers: 58Countries: 43

Common Product Descriptions:

1-558 CAL D3 TABLET (Calcium Carbonate B

255-314 CAL D3 TABLET (Calcium Carbonate

Calcium and Colecalciferol Tablets (CALB

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.1% of Calcium trade

$6.2M

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

667

Transactions

$3.62

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 171Buyers: 256Countries: 147

Common Product Descriptions:

CALCIUM WITH VITAMIN D3 TABLETS

OSTOCALCIUM PLUS TAB 1X30 BATCH NO. A220

CIPCAL SUSPENSION (CALCIUM CARBONATE 250

HS 30049081

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

$3.5M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$13.58

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 9Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

ACAMPROSATE CALCIUM DR TAB 333MG 180 Bat

ACAMPROSATE CALCIUM DR TAB 333MG 180

ACAMPROSATE CALCIUM DR TAB 333MG 180.Bat

HS 30039033

Other medicaments of two or more mixed constituents (not retail) · 0.0% of Calcium trade

$3.4M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$85.08

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 15Buyers: 20Countries: 19

Common Product Descriptions:

CALCIUM SENNOSIDES POWDER (SENNOSIDES 20

CALCIUM SENNOSIDES A & B (BATCH NO. CAC2

CALCIUM SENNOSIDES A&B (BATCH NO. CAC200

#10

HS 30049049

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

$3.0M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

473

Transactions

$1.78

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 110Buyers: 186Countries: 140

Common Product Descriptions:

LEUCOVORIN CALCIUM INJECTION USP 50MG/5M

Leucosal-50(Leucovorin Calcium Injection

ADCOV 100MG (LEUCOVORIN CALCIUM 100MG I

#11

HS 30045020

Medicaments containing Vitamin B complex (retail) · 0.0% of Calcium trade

$1.9M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

453

Transactions

$9.81

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 87Buyers: 128Countries: 96

Common Product Descriptions:

CALCIUM CARBONATE+L LYSINE+MG+ZN+VIT D3-

CALCIUM D3 NABROS TABLETS (ORANGE) EACH

CALCIUM D3 NABROS TABLETS (LEMON) EACH T

#12

HS 30049072

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

$1.1M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.39

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 10Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

PHA DRG MED AMDEPIN DUO TAB CONT AMLODIPINE BESILA...

DOBEST CALCIUM DOBESILATE 500 MG CAPSULES

AMLODIPINE BESILATE 5MG TABLET CALCIUM C

#13

HS 30045039

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

$895.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

416

Transactions

$3.04

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 118Buyers: 164Countries: 106

Common Product Descriptions:

CALCIUM CARBONATE+VIT D3-SUSPENTION-200M

CALCIUM CARBONATE+VIT D3-TABLET-500MG+25

CALDIMAX D3 SUSPENSION 200ML CALCIUM CA

#14

HS 30064000

Dental cements and other dental fillings; bone reconstruction cements · 0.0% of Calcium trade

$832.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

539

Transactions

$9.21

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 63Buyers: 249Countries: 150

Common Product Descriptions:

DENTAL GOODS :- CALCIUM HYDROXIDE IODOFO

DENTAL MATERIAL. Calcium Hydroxide Powde

Calcium Hydroxide Powder 10g (BATCH NO-

#15

HS 30049099

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

$817.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

116

Transactions

$9.51

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 39Buyers: 37Countries: 34

Common Product Descriptions:

ROSUKAA - 10 ROSUVASTATIN CALCIUM TABLETS ,OTHER D...

CALCIUM GLUCONATE 100MG/ML, 10ML IN CALCIUM GLUCON...

CALCIUM GLUCONATE 100MG/ML, 10ML INJ CALCIUM GLUCO...

#16

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Calcium trade

$461.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.93

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 12Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA PRODUCT- Baxical Susp Calcium+Vit

PHARMA PRODUCT- Baxical CT Tab Calcium+V

PHARMA PRODUCTS - CALCINESS-K27 (Calcium

#17

HS 30042099

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

$362.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.42

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 18Buyers: 16Countries: 19

Common Product Descriptions:

CALCIUM FOLINATE-MILI 100MG/10ML LEUCOVO

CALCIUM FOLINATE-MILI LEUCOVORINE CALCIU

LEDCURE-EDETATE CALCIUM DISODIUM 1000MG/

#18

HS 30042062

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

$348.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.08

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 4Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM ROSMI 20 3 ...

PHARMA ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM ROSMI 10 3 ...

PHARMA PRODUCTS ROSMI 10 (3 X 10 T)RM:ROSUVASTATIN...

#19

HS 30045010

Medicaments containing Vitamin A (retail) · 0.0% of Calcium trade

$215.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 19Buyers: 28Countries: 26

Common Product Descriptions:

CALCIUM LACTATE TABLETS BP 300 MG

HAEMATINIC WITH CALCIUM,PROTEIN AND MINE

CALCIUM CARBONATE BP 1000MG EQ TO ELEMEN

#20

HS 30049083

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

$169.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$101.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ROSAT 10 MG ( 04 TABLETS PER BOX) (ROSUVASTATIN CA...

ROSAT 10MG (30 TABLETS PER BOX) (ROSUVASTATIN CALC...

ROSAT 20MG (04 TABLETS PER BOX) (ROSUVASTATIN CALC...

Where Calcium is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Calcium from India, by trade value

India exports Calcium to 10+ countries under 95 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($477.6M), followed by Canada ($269.8M) and Belgium ($25.6M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Calcium pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$477.6M	4.3%
#2	Canada	$269.8M	2.4%
#3	Belgium	$25.6M	0.2%
#4	Sri Lanka	$15.1M	0.1%
#5	Philippines	$14.0M	0.1%
#6	Brazil	$8.7M	0.1%
#7	South Africa	$7.8M	0.1%
#8	Australia	$7.3M	0.1%
#9	Russia	$7.3M	0.1%
#10	France	$6.3M	0.1%

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

Calcium falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 95 codes used for Calcium 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 Calcium is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Calcium trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 99.1%). 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 — Calcium Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Calcium 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 Calcium.

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). Calcium 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), Calcium 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 Nutritional Supplements — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Nutritional Supplements therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Calcium

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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The primary HS code for Calcium-based pharmaceutical products is 30049099, which pertains to "Other 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." Tariff rates for this code vary across major importing countries:

United States: The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%. The U.S. does not have a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India that alters this rate. Essential medicines may be subject to specific exemptions, but these are determined on a case-by-case basis by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Canada: According to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), the MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%. Canada does not have an FTA with India affecting this rate. Essential medicines may qualify for exemptions under Canada's Customs Tariff regulations. (cbsa-asfc.gc.ca)

Belgium: As a member of the European Union (EU), Belgium applies the EU's Common External Tariff. The MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%. The EU does not have an FTA with India that impacts this rate. Essential medicines may benefit from exemptions under EU customs regulations.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Calcium HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Calcium-based products can be classified under HS codes 3003 or 3004, depending on their form and packaging:

HS 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 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."

Misclassification between these codes can occur if the packaging and dosing forms are not accurately assessed. For instance, bulk shipments intended for further processing should be classified under HS 3003, while finished products ready for retail sale fall under HS 3004. Common errors include misinterpreting bulk packaging as retail-ready or vice versa. 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 avoid trade disruptions.

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Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Calcium HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Calcium and its salts are subject to monographs in various pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP). These monographs specify quality standards such as purity, assay requirements, dissolution testing, and stability testing:

Purity/Assay Requirements: For example, the USP monograph for Calcium Carbonate specifies an assay of not less than 98.0% and not more than 100.5% of calcium carbonate, calculated on the dried basis.

Dissolution Testing: Dissolution tests are conducted to ensure that calcium supplements release the active ingredient appropriately. The specific conditions and acceptance criteria are detailed in the respective pharmacopoeial monographs.

Stability Testing: Stability studies are performed in accordance with the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering different climatic zones. For instance, products intended for Zone IV (hot and humid conditions) undergo accelerated stability testing to ensure shelf-life and efficacy.

Adherence to these pharmacopoeial standards is crucial for ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of calcium-based pharmaceutical products in the global market.

Frequently Asked Questions — Calcium HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Calcium exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Calcium exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 99.1% of all Calcium trade valued at $11.1B. In total, India exports Calcium under 95 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Calcium trade?

Calcium is exported from India under 95 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $11.2B across 15,661 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.7% 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 Calcium, this code covers $11.1B in trade value with 10,483 transactions, 1020 suppliers, and 1745 buyers across 392 countries. The average unit price under this code is $282.43.

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

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 99.1% of Calcium trade ($11.1B) with an average unit price of $282.43, while HS 30049079 (Other CNS acting medicaments (retail)) covers 0.2% ($24.5M) at $18.21 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 1020 suppliers and 1745 buyers, compared to 72 suppliers and 173 buyers for HS 30049079.

Official References & Regulatory Resources

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

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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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