Diclofenac HS Code Trade Classification — 69 Codes, $379.5M Trade

Q: How much Diclofenac is exported under HS code 30049069?

Under HS code 30049069, India exports $135.6M worth of Diclofenac, representing 35.7% of total Diclofenac trade. This involves 5,005 shipments from 546 Indian exporters to 1204 buyers in 353 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Diclofenac from India?

The top importing countries for Diclofenac from India are United States, Tanzania, Uzbekistan. The leading importer United States accounts for $91.2M in trade value. In total, Diclofenac is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 69 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Diclofenac exporters from India?

The leading Diclofenac exporters from India include LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD ($54.2M), COMBITIC GLOBAL CAPLET PRIVATE LIMITED ($31.8M), RUBICON RESEARCH PRIVATE LIMITED ($22.2M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $379.5M.

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

HS code 30049099 has the highest average unit price at $37.71 per unit for Diclofenac exports. This compares to the overall market average of $24486.76 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049069 averages $10.66 per unit.

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Diclofenac

India Pharmaceutical Trade Intelligence

$363.9M1,007 Suppliers173 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES25.1%India → TANZANIA13.3%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$13.4M ISRAEL → India$658.0K

Diclofenac HS Codes (2026) — 69 Classifications, $379.5M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Diclofenac HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Diclofenac under 69 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $379.5M across 15,498 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049069 (Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)), accounting for 35.7% of all Diclofenac trade at $135.6M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 31.3% ($118.9M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 98.3% of total Diclofenac trade from India. The average transaction value is $24487. Key importing markets include United States, Tanzania, Uzbekistan. Leading exporters include LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD and COMBITIC GLOBAL CAPLET PRIVATE LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Diclofenac HS Code Analysis — 69 classifications, $379.5M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Diclofenac HS code analysis — 69 classifications · $379.5M trade value · 15,498 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Diclofenac HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049069	$135.6M	35.7%	5,005	$10.66	546	353
#2	30049099	$118.9M	31.3%

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 35.7% of Diclofenac trade

$135.6M

Trade Value

35.7%

Market Share

5,005

Transactions

$10.66

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 546Buyers: 1204Countries: 353

Common Product Descriptions:

DICLOFENAC DR TABS 75MG 60'S USA (BPL)

DICLOFENAC DR TABS 75MG 100'S USA (BPL)

DICLOFENAC DR TABS 75MG 500'S USA (BPL)

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 31.3% of Diclofenac trade

$118.9M

Trade Value

31.3%

Market Share

6,439

Transactions

$37.71

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 949Buyers: 1674Countries: 385

Common Product Descriptions:

REACTINE 100 SR-DICLOFENAC -BATCH NOE71

REACTIN 50 MG TABS - DICLOFENAC - BATCH

HL MEDICINES DICLOFENAC SODIUM TABLET 75

HS 30049066

Diclofenac preparations, put up for retail sale · 27.8% of Diclofenac trade

$105.6M

Trade Value

27.8%

Market Share

2,884

Transactions

$3.09

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 245Buyers: 649Countries: 260

Common Product Descriptions:

DICLOFENAC SODIUM & PARACETAMOL TABLETS

VOVERAN TAB DICLOFENAC 50MG TAB

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT DICLOFENAC SODIU

HS 30045039

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 2.9% of Diclofenac trade

$10.9M

Trade Value

2.9%

Market Share

103

Transactions

$1.33

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 19Countries: 15

Common Product Descriptions:

DICLOFENAC SODIUM + NEUROTROPAS SOFT GEL

DOLARTRIN VITAMINADO (DICLOFENAC POTASSI

DICLOFENAC + NUEROTROPAS CAPSULES

HS 30039090

Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale) · 0.5% of Diclofenac trade

$2.0M

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.74

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 8Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

VOLTALIFE GEL Diclofenac Sodium Gel

Diclo-SR 75 Diclofenac Tablets [75mg]8,2

Diclofenac Tablets [75mg]3,073.00 X 4X14

HS 30049061

Antihistamines and anti-allergy preparations (retail) · 0.4% of Diclofenac trade

$1.7M

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

191

Transactions

$1.92

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 42Buyers: 58Countries: 41

Common Product Descriptions:

REACTIN PLUS TAB (DICLOFENAC) BATCH NO.

DICLOFENAC GEL 1.16 % (241600X1X20 GMS =

PARAFORTAN TABLETS(DICLOFENAC SODIUM AND

HS 30049099

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.3% of Diclofenac trade

$1.3M

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.15

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 14Buyers: 14Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

DYNAPAR SR 100 SLOW DICLOFENAC TABLETS BP(EXPORT),...

DYNAPAR SR 100 SLOW DICLOFENAC TABLETS BP, OTHER D...

DYNAPAR GEL30 GM ALPHA LINOLENIC ACID &DICLOFENAC ...

HS 30049063

Anti-inflammatory preparations (non-steroidal) (retail) · 0.1% of Diclofenac trade

$407.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.70

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 10Countries: 10

Common Product Descriptions:

BOLTARUN PLUS (Diclofenac tablets 50 mg)

QUPEN TABLET 80000(10X10) DICLOFENAC SO

QUPEN TABLET 120000 (10X10) DICLOFENAC

HS 30049029

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

$382.3K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.04

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 20Buyers: 25Countries: 22

Common Product Descriptions:

Pharmaceutical Products -Diclofenac Tabl

Pharmaceutical Products : Diclofenac Tab

DICLOFEN INJ DICLOFENAC AQ INJ

#10

HS 30031000

Medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (not retail) · 0.1% of Diclofenac trade

$316.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

VOLINI GEL 30GM LINSEED OIL BP 3.0% W/WDICLOFENAC ...

VOLINI GEL 30GM LINSEED OIL BP 3.0%W/W DICLOFENAC ...

VOLINI GEL 30GM LINSEED OIL BP 3.0% W/WDICLOFENAC ...

#11

HS 30049066

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

$288.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.08

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

DICLOFENAC SODIUM WITH PARACETAMOL TABLETS (VIVIAN...

DICO FORTE INJECTION (DICLOFENAC SODIUMINJECTION)P...

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINES FINISHED FORMULA...

#12

HS 30049039

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

$277.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.12

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 14Buyers: 16Countries: 15

Common Product Descriptions:

928-969 DICLOLAB-50 TABLET (Diclofenac S

INTAGESIC 75MG 1ML INJ Diclofenac 75mg 1ml Injecti...

DICLOJM P TABLET 60X20X10 DICLOFENAC 50MG PARACETA...

#13

HS 30041030

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

$158.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.04

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

DICLOFENAC SODIUM,PARACETAMOL,CHLORPHENI

38-1392 LABDIC RELIEF TABLET (Diclofenac

FORMULATION TABLETS:DICLO-M -DICLOFENACSODIUM PARA...

#14

HS 30049031

Anthelmintics and preparations thereof (retail) · 0.0% of Diclofenac trade

$152.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

105

Transactions

$1.56

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 30Buyers: 44Countries: 35

Common Product Descriptions:

REACTIN SR 100MG TAB(DICLOFENAC)B. NO.E7

REACTIN 50MG TAB (DICLOFENAC)B.NO. G22RD

REACTIN 100 MG SR TAB (DICLOFENAC 100 M

#15

HS 30041090

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

$137.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

126

Transactions

$1.93

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 38Buyers: 44Countries: 40

Common Product Descriptions:

Diclofenac Prolonged Release Tablets IP

DICLOLAB INJECTIONS ( DICLOFENAC INJECTI

DICLOFENAC 75MG TABLET (VOVERAN SR 75MG

#16

HS 30049093

Nasal/respiratory preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Diclofenac trade

$112.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$10.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 8Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

Diclofenac Sodium + Paracetamol + Mag Tr

NON HARMFULL PHARMA PROD FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION ALI...

BELIEF TABLETS 50X1X10T Diclofenac sodiu

#17

HS 30042039

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

$109.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.50

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

DICLOFENAC SODIUM EXTENDED RELEASE TABLE

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICALS AND MEDICINES FOR HUMAN C...

#18

HS 30049034

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

$101.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.33

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50MG TABS

ESSENTIAL PHARMACEUTICALS. DICLOFENAC P

PARACETAMOL, DICLOFENAC SODIUM AND MAGNE

#19

HS 30049059

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

$92.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.40

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 9Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

Paracetamol, Diclofenac Sodium and Caffe

ALIPAR TABLETS(10 X 10) DICLOFENAC SODIU

VOLINIGEL 30GM (DICLOFENAC DIETHYLAMINE

#20

HS 30042019

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

$82.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 6Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

DICLOFIN 75MG/3ML DICLOFENAC SODIUM INJE

Diclofenac Sodium 75mg/3ml Injection, 3m

DICLOMID INJECTION-3MLDICLOFENAC SODIUM

Where Diclofenac is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Diclofenac from India, by trade value

India exports Diclofenac to 10+ countries under 69 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($91.2M), followed by Tanzania ($48.6M) and Uzbekistan ($22.3M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Diclofenac pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$91.2M	24.0%
#2	Tanzania	$48.6M	12.8%
#3	Uzbekistan	$22.3M	5.9%
#4	Ghana	$19.7M	5.2%
#5	France	$19.2M	5.1%
#6	Nigeria	$17.4M	4.6%
#7	Afghanistan	$16.7M	4.4%
#8	Guatemala	$13.3M	3.5%
#9	Myanmar	$9.7M	2.6%
#10	Benin	$8.5M	2.3%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Diclofenac primarily under HS code 30049069 (Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Diclofenac 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 Diclofenac HS Codes Work

Diclofenac falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 69 codes used for Diclofenac 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 Diclofenac is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Diclofenac trade (including the dominant code 30049069 at 35.7%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049069 refers to "Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Diclofenac Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Diclofenac 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 Diclofenac.

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). Diclofenac 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), Diclofenac 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 Tanzania have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Analgesics & Antipyretics — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Analgesics & Antipyretics therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Diclofenac

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Diclofenac, classified under HS code 30049069, is subject to varying tariff rates across different countries. Below is an overview of the Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) tariff rates, preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with India (if applicable), and any exemptions for essential medicines in the specified countries:

United States: The U.S. applies an MFN tariff rate of 0% on pharmaceutical products under HS code 30049069. There is no specific FTA between the U.S. and India affecting this rate. Essential medicines, including Diclofenac, are generally exempt from import duties.

Tanzania: As a member of the East African Community (EAC), Tanzania applies the EAC Common External Tariff. Pharmaceutical products under HS code 30049069 typically attract an MFN tariff rate of 0%, as they are considered essential medicines and are exempt from import duties.

Uzbekistan: Uzbekistan's MFN tariff rate for pharmaceutical products under HS code 30049069 is 0%. There is no specific FTA between Uzbekistan and India affecting this rate. Essential medicines are generally exempt from import duties.

Ghana: Ghana, as part of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), applies the ECOWAS Common External Tariff. Essential social goods, including medicines, are subject to a 0% import duty. Therefore, Diclofenac under HS code 30049069 is exempt from import duties in Ghana.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

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1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

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

HS Code 3003: Applies to 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: Applies to medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale.

Common misclassification errors occur when Diclofenac formulations intended for retail sale are incorrectly classified under HS code 3003 instead of 3004. Such misclassifications can lead to customs penalties, including fines and delays in shipment clearance. Our data indicates that 69 different HS codes have been used for Diclofenac shipments, with 35.7% classified under HS code 30049069. This suggests a need for standardized classification practices to minimize misclassification risks.

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

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Diclofenac 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: Diclofenac formulations must contain 98.0% to 102.0% of the labeled amount of the active ingredient, as per USP standards.

Dissolution Testing: Extended-release Diclofenac tablets are required to meet specific dissolution criteria at various time intervals to ensure proper drug release.

Stability Testing: Stability studies are conducted in accordance with the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering different climatic zones to ensure the product maintains its quality throughout its shelf life.

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Diclofenac HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Diclofenac exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Diclofenac exports from India is 30049069 (Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)), which accounts for 35.7% of all Diclofenac trade valued at $135.6M. In total, India exports Diclofenac under 69 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Diclofenac trade?

Diclofenac is exported from India under 69 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $379.5M across 15,498 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 98.3% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049069?

HS code 30049069 refers to "Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Diclofenac, this code covers $135.6M in trade value with 5,005 transactions, 546 suppliers, and 1204 buyers across 353 countries. The average unit price under this code is $10.66.

What is the difference between HS 30049069 and 30049099 for Diclofenac?

HS 30049069 (Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)) accounts for 35.7% of Diclofenac trade ($135.6M) with an average unit price of $10.66, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 31.3% ($118.9M) at $37.71 per unit. HS 30049069 involves 546 suppliers and 1204 buyers, compared to 949 suppliers and 1674 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

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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 — Diclofenac HS Codes

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What is HS code 30049069?

What is the difference between HS 30049069 and 30049099 for Diclofenac?

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