Ceftazidime HS Code Trade Classification — 22 Codes, $63.9M Trade

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

Under HS code 30042019, India exports $60.1M worth of Ceftazidime, representing 94.0% of total Ceftazidime trade. This involves 534 shipments from 160 Indian exporters to 245 buyers in 149 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Ceftazidime from India?

The top importing countries for Ceftazidime from India are Ghana, Ukraine, Sudan. The leading importer Ghana accounts for $2.1M in trade value. In total, Ceftazidime is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 22 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Ceftazidime exporters from India?

The leading Ceftazidime exporters from India include PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BV ($50.7M), ZEISS PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED ($2.1M), PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BVBA ($1.6M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $63.9M.

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

HS code 30049099 has the highest average unit price at $3710.54 per unit for Ceftazidime exports. This compares to the overall market average of $63527.82 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30042019 averages $235.29 per unit.

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$10.7M228 Suppliers99 CountriesHS 30042019

ExportsIndia → GHANA19.5%India → UKRAINE14.3%

ImportsITALY → India$52.7M BELGIUM → India$327.7K

Ceftazidime HS Codes (2026) — 22 Classifications, $63.9M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Ceftazidime HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Ceftazidime under 22 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $63.9M across 1,006 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30042019 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), accounting for 94.0% of all Ceftazidime trade at $60.1M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 5.0% ($3.2M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.7% of total Ceftazidime trade from India. The average transaction value is $63528. Key importing markets include Ghana, Ukraine, Sudan. Leading exporters include PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BV and ZEISS PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Ceftazidime HS Code Analysis — 22 classifications, $63.9M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Ceftazidime HS code analysis — 22 classifications · $63.9M trade value · 1,006 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Ceftazidime 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	$60.1M	94.0%	534	$235.29	160	149
#2	30049099	$3.2M	5.0%

HS 30042019

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 94.0% of Ceftazidime trade

$60.1M

Trade Value

94.0%

Market Share

534

Transactions

$235.29

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 160Buyers: 245Countries: 149

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFTARID CONTAINS: CEFTAZIDIME 1.0G (BAT

H.L.MEDICINE-ZIDEME 1GM IV-CEFTAZIDIME 1

H.L.MEDICINE-ZIDEME 1GM IM-CEFTAZIDIME 1

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 5.0% of Ceftazidime trade

$3.2M

Trade Value

5.0%

Market Share

335

Transactions

$3710.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 132Buyers: 135Countries: 100

Common Product Descriptions:

Ceftazidime for Injection USP 1 gm

CEFTAZIDIME 1GM INJ,BATCH NO:ADE-9611,MF

CETAZ 1G INJ.CEFTAZIDIME FOR INJECTION U

HS 30042099

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

$264.1K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$18.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 7Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

PREXIDIM, N-1 ( CEFTAZIDIME 1000MG FOR I

PREXIDIM, N-1 (CEFTAZIDIME 1000MG FOR IN

CEFTAZIDIME SP 1000 (CEFTAZIDIME FOR INJ

HS 30049087

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

$144.0K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.97

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

FORZID IV CEFTAZIDIME FOR INJECTION 1.0

ZYTAZ INJECTION 1GM WITH WFI CEFTAZIDIME FOR INJEC...

PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE:ZYTAZ INJ 1...

HS 30042019

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

$56.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$94.46

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

TULIZID 1 GM (CEFTAZIDIME FOR INJ. USP 1 GM), BATC...

ZAVICEFTA 2.5MG INJ / CEFTAZIDIME & AVIBACTAM

Endophthalimits Kit (E - Kit)Tazid Inj.250mg, Anhy...

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.1% of Ceftazidime trade

$49.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.60

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

Ceftazidime for Injection USP 1gm. BIOFO

Ceftazidime for Injection USP 1gm. BIOFORTE Unit P...

HS 30041090

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

$46.2K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.33

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 29Buyers: 27Countries: 26

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS Ceftazidime fo

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPT...

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS CEFTIZED 1GM INJ CEFTAZID...

HS 30049039

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

$26.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.75

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFTAZIDIME INJECTION USP 1000MG ARZID 1

ARZID 1GM CEFTAZIDIME INJECTION USP 1000

GLENTAZID 1GM INJ CEFTAZIDIME 1GM INJ

HS 30045090

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

$11.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.85

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFTAZ 1GM INJECTION CEFTAZIDIME FOR INJECTION USP...

#10

HS 30049049

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

$8.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.12

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

FORZID 1 GM INJ. CEFTAZIDIME INJECTION I

CEFTIZED-S CEFTAZIDIME AND SULBACTAM 1.5

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS FOR HUMANUSE CEFTAZI...

#11

HS 30049079

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

$7.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.60

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 13Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

Azidime 1g Inj ceftazidime

AZIDIME INJECTION 1 GM- CEFTAZIDIME INJECTION INJE...

AZIDIME 1G INJ VIAL CEFTAZIDIME 100VIALS

#12

HS 30049099

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

$5.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.51

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS-CEFTAZISAPH (CEFTAZIDIME A...

#13

HS 30049079

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

$3.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFTAZIDIME 1GM INJECTION IP

AZIDIME 1GM INJ (VIAL) (CEFTAZIDIME) (2000 VIALS)

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

#14

HS 30049081

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

$2.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.92

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ZYTAZ INJ 1 GM 1X1 (VIAL + WFI) EMB SALE(CEFTAZIDI...

#15

HS 30021500

Immunological products, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 0.0% of Ceftazidime trade

$1.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.42

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL ARTICLE...

CEFTAZIDIME 2MG /AVIBACTAM,BATCH NO-23K00348

#16

HS 30039034

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

$1.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.55

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL FORMULATION/MEDICINES FOR ...

#17

HS 30049094

Ophthalmic preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Ceftazidime trade

$1.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.98

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFTAZIDIME 2MG /AVIBACTAM,BATCH NO-B240915A

#18

HS 30039034

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

$1.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.92

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL FORMULATION/MEDICINES FOR ...

#19

HS 30051090

Other adhesive dressings · 0.0% of Ceftazidime trade

$140

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.66

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

OUTSOURCE Ceftazidime Injection 1 gm(For

#20

HS 30049082

Immunosuppressant preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Ceftazidime trade

$73

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.91

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

Where Ceftazidime is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Ceftazidime from India, by trade value

India exports Ceftazidime to 10+ countries under 22 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Ghana ($2.1M), followed by Ukraine ($1.5M) and Sudan ($850.9K). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Ceftazidime pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Ghana	$2.1M	3.3%
#2	Ukraine	$1.5M	2.4%
#3	Sudan	$850.9K	1.3%
#4	France	$416.6K	0.7%
#5	Myanmar	$397.4K	0.6%
#6	Philippines	$352.3K	0.6%
#7	Tajikistan	$330.0K	0.5%
#8	Nigeria	$317.5K	0.5%
#9	South Africa	$290.4K	0.5%
#10	Kenya	$255.4K	0.4%

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

Ceftazidime falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 22 codes used for Ceftazidime 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 Ceftazidime is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Ceftazidime trade (including the dominant code 30042019 at 94.0%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30042019 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Ceftazidime Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Ceftazidime 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 Ceftazidime.

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). Ceftazidime 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), Ceftazidime 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 Ghana and Ukraine 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 Ceftazidime

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Ceftazidime HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Ceftazidime, classified under HS code 30042019, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential treatments across key importing countries.

Ghana: According to the Ghana Revenue Authority, pharmaceutical products under HS 30042019 are generally exempt from import duties to promote healthcare accessibility.

Ukraine: The State Customs Service of Ukraine indicates an MFN tariff rate of 0% for HS 30042019, aligning with the country's commitment to facilitate the importation of essential medicines.

Sudan: The Sudanese Customs Authority applies an MFN tariff rate of 5% on pharmaceutical products under HS 30042019. However, essential medicines may qualify for exemptions or reduced rates, subject to approval by the National Medicines and Poisons Board.

France: As per the French Customs Directorate, France, as an EU member state, imposes a 0% MFN tariff on pharmaceutical products under HS 30042019, in line with the EU's common external tariff schedule.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Ceftazidime HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Ceftazidime can be classified under HS code 3003 (medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses) or HS code 3004 (medicaments put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale). The appropriate classification depends on the product's presentation:

HS 3003: Applicable to bulk forms not packaged for retail sale.

HS 3004: Applicable to products in measured doses or retail packaging.

Common misclassification errors include:

Classifying bulk Ceftazidime under HS 3004.

Classifying retail-packaged Ceftazidime under HS 3003.

Such misclassifications can lead to customs penalties, including fines and shipment delays. The World Customs Organization (WCO) has issued guidelines emphasizing the importance of accurate classification to ensure compliance and facilitate trade. Our data indicates that 94.0% of Ceftazidime shipments are correctly classified under HS 30042019, suggesting a high level of compliance among traders.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Ceftazidime HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Ceftazidime is recognized in major pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP). These monographs specify stringent quality standards:

Purity/Assay Requirements: Typically, the assay for Ceftazidime should be within 98.0% to 102.0% of the labeled amount, ensuring the product's potency and efficacy.

Dissolution Testing: For oral dosage forms, dissolution tests are conducted to confirm that the drug releases appropriately in the body, ensuring bioavailability.

Stability Testing: According to the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, stability testing for Ceftazidime should consider climatic zones:

Zone I and II (Temperate Climate): Long-term testing at 25°C ± 2°C and 60% RH ± 5% RH.

Zone III (Hot Dry Climate): Long-term testing at 30°C ± 2°C and 35% RH ± 5% RH.

Frequently Asked Questions — Ceftazidime HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Ceftazidime exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Ceftazidime exports from India is 30042019 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), which accounts for 94.0% of all Ceftazidime trade valued at $60.1M. In total, India exports Ceftazidime under 22 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Ceftazidime trade?

Ceftazidime is exported from India under 22 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $63.9M across 1,006 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.7% 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 Ceftazidime, this code covers $60.1M in trade value with 534 transactions, 160 suppliers, and 245 buyers across 149 countries. The average unit price under this code is $235.29.

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

HS 30042019 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) accounts for 94.0% of Ceftazidime trade ($60.1M) with an average unit price of $235.29, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 5.0% ($3.2M) at $3710.54 per unit. HS 30042019 involves 160 suppliers and 245 buyers, compared to 132 suppliers and 135 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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