Cefuroxime HS Code Trade Classification — 40 Codes, $1.4B Trade

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

Under HS code 30042019, India exports $1.3B worth of Cefuroxime, representing 98.3% of total Cefuroxime trade. This involves 5,320 shipments from 361 Indian exporters to 1214 buyers in 323 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Cefuroxime from India?

The top importing countries for Cefuroxime from India are United States, Brazil, Philippines. The leading importer United States accounts for $22.0M in trade value. In total, Cefuroxime is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 40 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Cefuroxime exporters from India?

The leading Cefuroxime exporters from India include GLAXOSMITHKLINE EXPORT LIMITED ($796.4M), LUPIN LIMITED ($440.2M), SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED ($17.4M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $1.4B.

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

HS code 30049087 has the highest average unit price at $33.75 per unit for Cefuroxime exports. This compares to the overall market average of $194848.34 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30042019 averages $8.77 per unit.

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$129.6M440 Suppliers150 CountriesHS 30042019

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES17.0%India → BRAZIL14.7%

ImportsITALY → India$797.7M UNITED KINGDOM → India$600.4K

#1 Supplier: SUN PHARMACEUTICAL #1 Buyer: M/S. RANBAXY

Cefuroxime HS Codes (2026) — 40 Classifications, $1.4B Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Cefuroxime HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Cefuroxime under 40 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $1.4B across 7,021 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30042019 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), accounting for 98.3% of all Cefuroxime trade at $1.3B. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 1.3% ($17.3M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.9% of total Cefuroxime trade from India. The average transaction value is $194848. Key importing markets include United States, Brazil, Philippines. Leading exporters include GLAXOSMITHKLINE EXPORT LIMITED and LUPIN LIMITED . Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Cefuroxime HS Code Analysis — 40 classifications, $1.4B trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Cefuroxime HS code analysis — 40 classifications · $1.4B trade value · 7,021 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Cefuroxime 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	$1.3B	98.3%	5,320	$8.77	361	323
#2	30049099	$17.3M	1.3%

HS 30042019

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 98.3% of Cefuroxime trade

$1.3B

Trade Value

98.3%

Market Share

5,320

Transactions

$8.77

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 361Buyers: 1214Countries: 323

Common Product Descriptions:

GREATUM INJ 750MG CEFUROXIME 750MG SODIU

CEFUROXIME AXETIL TABLETS 250MG (CEFUROX

CEFUROXIME AXETIL TABLETS 500MG (CEFUROX

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 1.3% of Cefuroxime trade

$17.3M

Trade Value

1.3%

Market Share

1,253

Transactions

$7.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 278Buyers: 446Countries: 185

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFUROXIME INJECTION IP 750MG

ZEFU 500MG (CEFUROXIME) [ 1 X10 TABS]

CEFUROXIME SODIUM (200 MG)

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 0.2% of Cefuroxime trade

$2.5M

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.17

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 11Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFTUM 500MG TABLET - CEFUROXIME 500MG T

MEFEX TAB 250 MG PACK:10s STRIP BATCH:DFE1786A EAC...

MEFEX TAB 500 MG PACK:10s STRIP BATCH:DFE1793A DFE...

HS 30049089

Other anti-neoplastic/immunomodulating agents (retail) · 0.1% of Cefuroxime trade

$735.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.89

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 10Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

G- XTIL -500 (CEFUROXIME AXETIL TABLETS

G- XTIL -500(CEFUROXIME AXETIL TABLETS U

G-FOXTIL -500 ( CEFUROXIME AXETIL TABLET

HS 30042049

Other quinolone/fluoroquinolone preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Cefuroxime trade

$596.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 8Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

FURABACT 500MG CEFUROXIME AXITIL 500 MG

FURABACT 500 CEFUROXIME AXITIL 500 MG TA

FURABACT, CEFUROXIME AXITIL 500 MG TABS

HS 30042019

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

$315.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.26

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 20Countries: 16

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFUXETIL 750 CEFUROXIME 750MG SODIUM INJ

CEFUROXIME (500MG),BRAND NAME- CEFROTUX-500 TAB,BA...

GREATUM INJ 750MG CEFUROXIME 750MG SODIUM INJ

HS 30042099

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

$273.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 15Buyers: 19Countries: 16

Common Product Descriptions:

Zyrex Cefuroxime (as Sodium) 750mg Powde

Trixime Cefuroxime (as Sodium) 750mg Pow

Cefosan Cefuroxime (as Sodium) 750mg Pow

HS 30041090

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

$260.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.75

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 28Buyers: 35Countries: 29

Common Product Descriptions:

Cefuroxime Axetil Tablets IP 500MG

SKYCEF-750 MG (Cefuroxime For Injection

XORICEF-500 MG - CEFUROXIME AXETI - BA

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Cefuroxime trade

$204.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.80

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

Cefuroxime 500mg PACK 1X10

Cefuroxime Axtile Tablets USP 250mg 1x10

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS / ESSENTIAL HARMLESS MEDIC...

#10

HS 30041030

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

$107.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.80

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 7Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

Ceferomine 500mg( Cefuroxime)BTH NO.COE0

Ceferomine 500mg Cefuroxime

PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE PHARMACEUTIC...

#11

HS 30049039

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

$73.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.20

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

FEXOFEN-180 (CEFUROXIME AXETIL TABLETS I

CEFUWAL 500MG TAB CEFUROXIME

CEFUROXIME AXETIL TABLETS USP 250MG. BEXTUM 250 (U...

#12

HS 30049087

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

$59.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$33.75

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFUROXIME 500MG FILM COATED TABLET 5X10

ALTACEF 500MG TABLETS 10S (CEFUROXIME AXETIL TABLE...

CEFUROXIME AXETIL TABLETS 250 MG (ZINNAT) PER PAC ...

#13

HS 30049099

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

$57.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.52

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 11Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS AND MEDICINES CEFUROXIME 125 ...

PHARMA PRODUCTS:-AUXTOCEF 250 [CEFUROXIME TABLETS ...

#14

HS 30049074

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

$45.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.12

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS:CEFUROXIME AXETIL TABS USP...

#15

HS 30042012

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

$41.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.17

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFOB 125 DRY SYRUP 30ML CEFUROXIME BATCH NO PBD04...

CEFOB 125 SYP WFI CEFUROXIME

AUXTOCEF Cefuroxime Axetil for Oral Susp

#16

HS 30042011

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

$36.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

107

Transactions

$5.44

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 13Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

CEROXIM 500MG (CEFUROXIME AXETIL) SIZE-1

GREATUM INJ 750 MG CEFUROXIME 750 MG SOD

NOCKTUM 500MG CEFUROXIME AXETIL SIZE-1

#17

HS 30033900

Other medicaments containing hormones (not put up for retail) · 0.0% of Cefuroxime trade

$29.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFOPRIT 750 CEFUROXIME FOR INJECTION 75

#18

HS 30049085

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

$27.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.47

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

UDDERCEF OINTMENT 3.5 GM ZIMBABWE (CEFUROXIME INTR...

UDDERCEF OINTMENT 3.5 GM ZIMBABWE [CEFUROXIME INTR...

UDDERCEF OINTMENT 3 5 GM ZIMBABWE CEFUROXIME INTRA...

#19

HS 30043990

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 0.0% of Cefuroxime trade

$25.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.52

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINAL PRODUCTS-CEFOPRIM 500 CEF...

PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINAL PRODUCTS-CEFOPRIM 250 CEF...

#20

HS 30049059

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

$20.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.57

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFUROXIME AXTILE FOR ORAL SUSPENSION US

Cefuroxime Axtile for oral suspension US

Where Cefuroxime is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Cefuroxime from India, by trade value

India exports Cefuroxime to 10+ countries under 40 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($22.0M), followed by Brazil ($19.0M) and Philippines ($12.9M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Cefuroxime pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$22.0M	1.6%
#2	Brazil	$19.0M	1.4%
#3	Philippines	$12.9M	0.9%
#4	Nigeria	$11.3M	0.8%
#5	Sri Lanka	$9.6M	0.7%
#6	Ghana	$8.7M	0.6%
#7	Malta	$7.0M	0.5%
#8	Belgium	$4.3M	0.3%
#9	Sudan	$4.3M	0.3%
#10	Kenya	$4.1M	0.3%

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

Cefuroxime falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 40 codes used for Cefuroxime 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 Cefuroxime is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Cefuroxime trade (including the dominant code 30042019 at 98.3%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30042019 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Cefuroxime Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Cefuroxime 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 Cefuroxime.

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). Cefuroxime 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), Cefuroxime 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 Brazil 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 Cefuroxime

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Cefuroxime HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Cefuroxime, classified under HS code 30042019, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) across different countries.

United States: The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) indicates that pharmaceutical products under HS code 30042019 are generally duty-free under the MFN tariff schedule.

Brazil: According to the World Trade Organization (WTO) Tariff Database, Brazil imposes an MFN tariff rate of 8% on products classified under HS code 30042019. Brazil and India are both members of the South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC), which has a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) that may offer reduced tariffs on certain pharmaceutical products.

Philippines: The Philippine Tariff Commission lists an MFN tariff rate of 5% for HS code 30042019. Under the ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement, the Philippines may offer preferential rates for pharmaceutical imports from India.

Nigeria: The Nigeria Customs Service applies an MFN tariff rate of 5% on HS code 30042019. Nigeria and India are both members of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), which has a Trade Liberalization Scheme that may provide tariff concessions for pharmaceutical products.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Cefuroxime HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Cefuroxime can be classified under HS codes 3003 or 3004, depending on its form and packaging:

HS Code 3003: 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: Medicaments put up in measured doses or in forms for retail sale.

Our data indicates that 98.3% of Cefuroxime shipments are classified under HS code 30042019, suggesting that most are in forms suitable for retail sale. Misclassification can occur if the product's packaging or intended use is not accurately represented, leading to incorrect tariff applications. Customs authorities may impose penalties for misclassification, including fines and delays in clearance. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) emphasize the importance of precise classification based on product form and packaging.

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

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Cefuroxime HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Cefuroxime is recognized in several 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: The USP monograph for Cefuroxime Axetil Tablets requires that each tablet contains not less than 90.0% and not more than 120.0% of the labeled amount of cefuroxime.

Dissolution Testing: The USP specifies dissolution tests to ensure consistent drug release. For example, for tablets labeled to contain nominally 500 mg of cefuroxime, at least 50% should dissolve within 15 minutes, and at least 70% within 45 minutes.

Stability Testing: Stability studies, such as those published in the Journal of Chemical & Engineering Data, indicate that Cefuroxime Axetil is sensitive to temperature and humidity. Storage conditions should be carefully controlled to maintain product efficacy.

Compliance with these pharmacopoeial standards is essential to ensure the safety and efficacy of Cefuroxime products in the market.

TransData Nexus Research · WTO tariff schedules, WCO classification, pharmacopoeia standards

Frequently Asked Questions — Cefuroxime HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Cefuroxime exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Cefuroxime exports from India is 30042019 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), which accounts for 98.3% of all Cefuroxime trade valued at $1.3B. In total, India exports Cefuroxime under 40 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Cefuroxime trade?

Cefuroxime is exported from India under 40 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $1.4B across 7,021 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.9% 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 Cefuroxime, this code covers $1.3B in trade value with 5,320 transactions, 361 suppliers, and 1214 buyers across 323 countries. The average unit price under this code is $8.77.

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

HS 30042019 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) accounts for 98.3% of Cefuroxime trade ($1.3B) with an average unit price of $8.77, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 1.3% ($17.3M) at $7.16 per unit. HS 30042019 involves 361 suppliers and 1214 buyers, compared to 278 suppliers and 446 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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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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Frequently Asked Questions — Cefuroxime HS Codes

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How many HS codes are used for Cefuroxime trade?

What is HS code 30042019?

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

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How much Cefuroxime is exported under HS code 30042019?

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Which Cefuroxime HS code has the highest unit price?

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