Cefixime HS Code Trade Classification — 44 Codes, $529.4M Trade

Q: How much Cefixime is exported under HS code 30042019?

Under HS code 30042019, India exports $483.7M worth of Cefixime, representing 91.4% of total Cefixime trade. This involves 5,602 shipments from 549 Indian exporters to 1411 buyers in 292 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Cefixime from India?

The top importing countries for Cefixime from India are France, United States, Philippines. The leading importer France accounts for $19.7M in trade value. In total, Cefixime is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 44 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Cefixime exporters from India?

The leading Cefixime exporters from India include LUPIN LIMITED ($355.4M), MICRO LABS LIMITED ($15.2M), LUPIN LIMITED ($9.9M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $529.4M.

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

HS code 30049087 has the highest average unit price at $35.92 per unit for Cefixime exports. This compares to the overall market average of $62705.85 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30042019 averages $9.44 per unit.

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$173.9M668 Suppliers131 CountriesHS 30042019

ExportsIndia → FRANCE11.3%India → UNITED STATES7.1%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$68.6K AUSTRIA → India$16.7K

#1 Supplier: MICRO LABS #1 Buyer: SAAM GROUP

Cefixime HS Codes (2026) — 44 Classifications, $529.4M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Cefixime HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Cefixime under 44 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $529.4M across 8,442 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30042019 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), accounting for 91.4% of all Cefixime trade at $483.7M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 7.3% ($38.7M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.4% of total Cefixime trade from India. The average transaction value is $62706. Key importing markets include France, United States, Philippines. Leading exporters include LUPIN LIMITED and MICRO LABS LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Cefixime HS Code Analysis — 44 classifications, $529.4M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Cefixime HS code analysis — 44 classifications · $529.4M trade value · 8,442 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Cefixime HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30042019	$483.7M	91.4%	5,602	$9.44	549	292
#2	30049099	$38.7M	7.3%

HS 30042019

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 91.4% of Cefixime trade

$483.7M

Trade Value

91.4%

Market Share

5,602

Transactions

$9.44

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 549Buyers: 1411Countries: 292

Common Product Descriptions:

UMEXIM-200 (CEFIXIME CAPSULES 200MG)(BO

SUPIXIME 100 DRY SYRUP(CEFIXIME FOR ORAL

THEOFIX-400 (CEFIXIME TABLETS USP 400MG)

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 7.3% of Cefixime trade

$38.7M

Trade Value

7.3%

Market Share

2,248

Transactions

$13.34

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 454Buyers: 709Countries: 230

Common Product Descriptions:

XIM 200 (Cefixime Tablets USP 200 mg)

HL MEDICINES CEFIXIME FOR ORAL SUSPENSIO

CECEC 200 MG (CEFIXIME TALETS 200MG B/NO

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.4% of Cefixime trade

$2.3M

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

107

Transactions

$2.68

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 29Buyers: 37Countries: 28

Common Product Descriptions:

ZEFIX TABLET(Cefixime (as trihydrate) 20

CEFIXIME SP 200 CEFIXIME 200MGTABS PACK

CEFIXIME SP 50 PDRE SUSP UV FL 30ML (CE

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.2% of Cefixime trade

$1.1M

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 15Buyers: 16Countries: 17

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFILINK 100 DRY SYRUP (Cefixime Trihydr

BDCEFO DRY SYRUP (CEFIXIME FOR ORAL SUSP

BDCEFO DRY SYRUP (CEFIXIME FOR ORAL SUS

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.1% of Cefixime trade

$593.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.63

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 29Buyers: 34Countries: 29

Common Product Descriptions:

Cefixime Tablets IP 400MG

CEFIMAK-100 SYRUP (CEFIXIME 100 MG SYRUP

PHARMA PRODUCT INTEXIM 400MG TAB Cefixime IP Eq to...

HS 30041030

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

$434.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.46

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 15Buyers: 16Countries: 13

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFIXSAPH-100 DS CEFIXIME FOR ORAL SUSPE

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT HARMLESS MEDICINECEFISAFE D...

PHARMACEUTICAL ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM FOR...

HS 30042039

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

$400.7K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.89

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 14Buyers: 22Countries: 20

Common Product Descriptions:

M-CEFIXIME DRY SYRUP (1 X 30 G) B/N:CIH4

MAXPIN 100 DRY SYRUP CEFIXIME ORAL SUSPE

OMNAPIL-100 DRY SYRUP CEFIXIME ORAL SUS

HS 30049091

Rehydration salts/oral electrolyte preparations (retail) · 0.1% of Cefixime trade

$374.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.77

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

Cefixime Tablets USP 200mg (CEFIXIME-M)

Cefixime Tablets USP 200 mg (CEFIXIME-M)

CEFIXIME TABLETS USP 200 MG (CEFIXIME-M)

HS 30042012

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

$241.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.04

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 8Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

BACTOFIX 100 Ds(Cefixime for oral suspen

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINES FINISHED FORMULA...

#10

HS 30042019

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

$195.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.82

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 11Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFBELE-400 CAPSULES (CEFIXIME CAPSULES400MG)PCS

PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS, CEFIXIME ORAL SUSPENSION USP...

PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS, CEFIXIME DISPERSIBLE TABLETS...

#11

HS 30049039

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

$189.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 14Countries: 12

Common Product Descriptions:

(PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS) CEFIXIME + CLA

CEFIXIME 400 MG Tablets 1400 STRIPS

CEFIXIME 400 MG Tablets 1000 STRIPS

#12

HS 30042069

Other antibiotic medicaments, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Cefixime trade

$175.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.42

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 5Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

GCEFLORIN ORAL SUSPENSION(CEFIXIME 100MG

PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS/HARMLESS MEDICINESFIXMOON 200...

PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS/HARMLESS MEDICINESHYXIME 200 ...

#13

HS 30042020

Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Cefixime trade

$167.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.71

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFIXIME DISPERSIBLE TABS IP 400 MG CEFIVAC 400 40...

Amixime 400 (Cefixime Capsules 400 mg)

#14

HS 30049087

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

$135.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$35.92

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 20Buyers: 22Countries: 20

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFIX DS 50MG (30ML BOTTLE (CEFIXIME ORA

CEFIX DS 50MG (30ML) BOTTLE (CEFIXIME OR

CEFIX DS 50MG (30ML) (CEFIXIME ORAL SUSP

#15

HS 30049059

Other cardiovascular preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Cefixime trade

$113.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.56

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFIXIME CAPSULES 400 MG BATCH NO: MPD-774 MANUFA...

CEFISYL-200 (CEFIXIME TABLET USP 200MG)BATCH NO BT...

NMIXIME-400 TAB CEFIXIME 400 MG

#16

HS 30042013

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

$110.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$28.81

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

KRIXIME 100 [CEFIXIME ORAL SUSPENSION US

KRIXIME 100 CEFIXIME ORAL SUSPENSION USP

HARMLESS MEDICINES FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION PRODUCT C...

#17

HS 30043190

Other medicaments containing insulin (retail) · 0.0% of Cefixime trade

$78.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.84

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 16Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

LUPICEF O 200 (CEFIXIME)

FIAMAX-100 TABLETS (CEFIXIME DISPERSIBLE

Cefixime Tablet 100 mg - Batch No. TE10G2301, MAN...

#18

HS 30042070

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

$48.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.06

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 6Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

CIELCEF 200 TAB-(CEFIXIME TABLETS USP)

CIELCEF 400 TAB-( CEFIXIME TABLETS USP

CIELCEF 400 TAB ( CEFIXIME TABLETS USP

#19

HS 30049099

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

$47.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.70

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 11Countries: 10

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA PRODUCTS:-INNOFIX 200 [CEFIXIME TABLETS 200...

CEFIXIME DISPERSIBLE TABLET 200MG (10X1X10S) (OTHE...

CEFIXIME DISPERSIBLE TABLET 400MG (10X1X10S) (OTHE...

#20

HS 30045090

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

$45.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 6Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

FIXEF 200 Cefixime 200mg tablet

CEFIMIC 200 MG CEFIXIME TABLETS

FIXKROS - 200 (CEFIXIME DISPERSIBLE TABL

Where Cefixime is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Cefixime from India, by trade value

India exports Cefixime to 10+ countries under 44 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is France ($19.7M), followed by United States ($12.3M) and Philippines ($10.5M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Cefixime pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	France	$19.7M	3.7%
#2	United States	$12.3M	2.3%
#3	Philippines	$10.5M	2.0%
#4	Afghanistan	$10.3M	2.0%
#5	Kenya	$8.8M	1.7%
#6	Congo Dr	$8.1M	1.5%
#7	Myanmar	$7.6M	1.4%
#8	Cambodia	$7.5M	1.4%
#9	Iraq	$6.7M	1.3%
#10	Vietnam	$6.2M	1.2%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Cefixime primarily under HS code 30042019 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Cefixime 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 Cefixime HS Codes Work

Cefixime falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 44 codes used for Cefixime 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 Cefixime is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Cefixime trade (including the dominant code 30042019 at 91.4%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30042019 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Cefixime Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Cefixime 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 Cefixime.

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

Related Advanced Antibiotics — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Advanced Antibiotics therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Cefixime

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Cefixime, classified under HS code 30042019, is subject to varying Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential treatments across key importing countries. Below is an overview:

France: As a member of the European Union (EU), France applies the EU's Common External Tariff. Pharmaceutical products under HS code 30042019 generally benefit from a 0% MFN tariff rate. Additionally, the EU maintains a list of essential medicines that are exempt from tariffs to ensure public health needs are met.

United States: The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) indicates that pharmaceutical products under HS code 30042019 are typically duty-free under the MFN tariff schedule. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) also maintains an Essential Medicines List, which includes Cefixime, ensuring its accessibility without additional tariffs.

Philippines: According to the Philippine Tariff Commission, pharmaceutical products under HS code 30042019 are subject to a 0% MFN tariff rate. The Philippines has implemented measures to exempt essential medicines from tariffs, aligning with its commitment to public health.

Afghanistan: The Afghanistan Customs Department applies a 2.5% MFN tariff rate on pharmaceutical products under HS code 30042019. However, essential medicines, as defined by the Ministry of Public Health, may be exempt from tariffs to facilitate access to critical healthcare products.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Cefixime HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Cefixime, an antibiotic used to treat various bacterial infections, is primarily classified under HS code 30042019, which pertains to "Other, containing antibiotics." However, classification disputes can arise, particularly concerning whether a product should be classified under HS code 3003 or 3004.

HS Code 3003: This code covers "Medicaments... not put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale." Products classified under this code are typically bulk pharmaceuticals intended for further processing or repackaging.

HS Code 3004: This code includes "Medicaments... put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale." Finished pharmaceutical products ready for consumer use fall under this classification.

Common misclassification errors occur when the packaging and intended use of Cefixime are not accurately considered. For instance, bulk Cefixime intended for pharmaceutical manufacturing should be classified under HS code 3003, while finished products in retail packaging should be under HS code 3004.

Misclassification can lead to customs penalties, including fines and delays in shipment clearance. The World Customs Organization (WCO) emphasizes the importance of accurate classification to ensure compliance and facilitate international trade. Recent amendments to the Harmonized System, effective from January 1, 2028, aim to address classification challenges and reduce litigation risks associated with pharmaceutical products.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Cefixime is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, each specifying stringent quality standards to ensure its safety and efficacy:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for Cefixime outlines requirements for purity, assay, dissolution, and stability. The assay typically requires that Cefixime contains not less than 98.0% and not more than 102.0% of the labeled amount. Dissolution testing ensures that the drug releases the active ingredient within specified parameters, and stability testing is conducted according to the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines appropriate for the climatic zone.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP): The BP monograph includes similar specifications, emphasizing the importance of purity and assay. It also details dissolution testing methods to confirm the drug's bioavailability and stability testing protocols aligned with ICH guidelines.

European Pharmacopoeia (EP): The EP provides comprehensive standards for Cefixime, including identification tests, assay limits, and impurity profiles. Dissolution and stability tests are conducted to ensure consistent performance and shelf-life, adhering to ICH stability zones.

Frequently Asked Questions — Cefixime HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Cefixime exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Cefixime exports from India is 30042019 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), which accounts for 91.4% of all Cefixime trade valued at $483.7M. In total, India exports Cefixime under 44 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Cefixime trade?

Cefixime is exported from India under 44 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $529.4M across 8,442 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.4% of total trade.

What is HS code 30042019?

HS code 30042019 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Cefixime, this code covers $483.7M in trade value with 5,602 transactions, 549 suppliers, and 1411 buyers across 292 countries. The average unit price under this code is $9.44.

What is the difference between HS 30042019 and 30049099 for Cefixime?

HS 30042019 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) accounts for 91.4% of Cefixime trade ($483.7M) with an average unit price of $9.44, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 7.3% ($38.7M) at $13.34 per unit. HS 30042019 involves 549 suppliers and 1411 buyers, compared to 454 suppliers and 709 buyers for HS 30049099.

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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What is HS code 30042019?

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