Docetaxel HS Code Trade Classification — 26 Codes, $40.1M Trade

Q: How much Docetaxel is exported under HS code 30049044?

Under HS code 30049044, India exports $36.7M worth of Docetaxel, representing 91.4% of total Docetaxel trade. This involves 1,973 shipments from 239 Indian exporters to 567 buyers in 265 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Docetaxel from India?

The top importing countries for Docetaxel from India are United States, Afghanistan, Russia. The leading importer United States accounts for $10.5M in trade value. In total, Docetaxel is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 26 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Docetaxel exporters from India?

The leading Docetaxel exporters from India include FRESENIUS KABI ONCOLOGY LIMITED ($6.4M), MYLAN LABORATORIES LIMITED ($6.0M), KWALITY PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED ($4.0M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $40.1M.

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

HS code 30049099 has the highest average unit price at $205.96 per unit for Docetaxel exports. This compares to the overall market average of $14894.12 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049044 averages $74.17 per unit.

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$39.6M253 Suppliers120 CountriesHS 30049044

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES26.6%India → AFGHANISTAN10.1%

ImportsGERMANY → India$266.0K SINGAPORE → India$165.7K

#1 Supplier: FRESENIUS KABI #1 Buyer: MYLAN INSTITUTIONAL

Docetaxel HS Codes (2026) — 26 Classifications, $40.1M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Docetaxel HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Docetaxel under 26 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $40.1M across 2,695 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049044 (Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)), accounting for 91.4% of all Docetaxel trade at $36.7M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 6.4% ($2.6M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.6% of total Docetaxel trade from India. The average transaction value is $14894. Key importing markets include United States, Afghanistan, Russia. Leading exporters include FRESENIUS KABI ONCOLOGY LIMITED and MYLAN LABORATORIES LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Docetaxel HS Code Analysis — 26 classifications, $40.1M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Docetaxel HS code analysis — 26 classifications · $40.1M trade value · 2,695 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Docetaxel HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049044	$36.7M	91.4%	1,973	$74.17	239	265
#2	30049099	$2.6M	6.4%

HS 30049044

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 91.4% of Docetaxel trade

$36.7M

Trade Value

91.4%

Market Share

1,973

Transactions

$74.17

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 239Buyers: 567Countries: 265

Common Product Descriptions:

ZUVITERE 120 MG INJ (DOCETAXEL INJ IP CO

DOCETAXEL INJ.CONC.20MG/1ML

DOCETAXEL INJ.CONC.80MG/4ML

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 6.4% of Docetaxel trade

$2.6M

Trade Value

6.4%

Market Share

444

Transactions

$205.96

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 133Buyers: 164Countries: 127

Common Product Descriptions:

DOCE-FH 80(DOCETAXEL INJ USP 80MG, SOLVE

ZUVITERE 120 (DOCETAXEL) VIAL BATCH DCI

DOCEKAST-120 DOCETAXEL INJEC.IP,BTC NO:B

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 1.3% of Docetaxel trade

$537.6K

Trade Value

1.3%

Market Share

126

Transactions

$13.38

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 51Buyers: 55Countries: 53

Common Product Descriptions:

DOCETAXEL -RUS 120 (MFG TAX INVOICE NO:9

Docesal-80MG(Docetaxel 80mg Inj)

SOLVENT FOR DOCETAXEL INJECTION CONCENTR

HS 30049089

Other anti-neoplastic/immunomodulating agents (retail) · 0.2% of Docetaxel trade

$90.3K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$16.91

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS NOVATAXEL 80 DOCETAXEL 40...

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS NOVATAXEL 20 DOCETAXEL 40...

DOCETAXEL (AS TRIHYDRATE) SOLUTION FOR INTRAVENOUS...

HS 30049044

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

$80.2K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 15Buyers: 14Countries: 14

Common Product Descriptions:

TAXIDO 120(DOCETAXEL 120MG INJ)

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS...

HS 30049094

Ophthalmic preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.1% of Docetaxel trade

$23.7K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.41

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 8Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

DOCETAXEL 120MG INJ (1 VIAL)

DOCETAXEL 80MG INJ (1 VIAL)

DOCETAXEL 80MG INJ(1 VIAL)

HS 30049042

Anti-diarrhoeal preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Docetaxel trade

$19.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$24.07

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

BRUXEL 80 (Docetaxel Injection 80mg) PACK SIZE ( 1...

HS 30042019

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

$14.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$45.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 11Countries: 10

Common Product Descriptions:

EMYTRE RTU 80 MG INJ (DOCETAXEL) BATCH N

DOCETAXEL INJ IP 80 MG EMYTERE RTU 80MG

DOCETAXEL INJ IP 120MG EMYTERE RTU 120M

HS 30049029

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

$12.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$16.31

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

CELON CELTERE 120DOCETAXEL INJ. 120MG

CELON CELTERE 80DOCETAXEL INJ.80MG

#10

HS 30042099

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

$11.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.63

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

(HARMLESS MEDICINES INJECATABLE AND TABLETS) DOCET...

(HARMLESS MEDICINES INJECATABLE AND TABLETS)DOCETA...

#11

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 0.0% of Docetaxel trade

$10.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$35.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

DOCETAXEL ANHYDROUS(ANTICANCER DRUGS)(LIC NO:TL/SZ...

#12

HS 30044990

Other medicaments containing alkaloids or derivatives (retail) · 0.0% of Docetaxel trade

$9.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.98

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINES FOR HUMAN USE DOCETAXEL 120 MG ...

DOCEMYRA-80 DOCETAXEL 80 MG INJECTION IP(R25DC01B3...

#13

HS 30049095

Dermatological preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Docetaxel trade

$7.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.48

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 7Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS-DOCETAXEL TRIHYDRATE USP ...

HARM.MEDI.FOR HUMAN-DOCETAXEL INEC. IP 1*1 VIALB/N...

#14

HS 30049047

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

$5.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.14

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

DOCSHIL RTU 80 MG (DOCETAXEL RTU 80 MG

ADOXI 80MG (DOCETAXEL 80MG INJECTION), B

DOCETAXEL 80 MG - DAXOTEL BATCH 872400BA EXP DE...

#15

HS 30049034

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

$5.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$9.77

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

DOCETAXEL CONCENTRATE IP 80 MG /2.0 ML I

HARMLESS GOODS:CELTERE 80(DOCETAXEL 120MG),PACK:1V...

HARMLESS GOODS:DOCETAXEL 80MG(CELTERE 80),PACK:1VI...

#16

HS 30049088

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

$4.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$9.74

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

DOCETAXEL THRIHYDRATE EQUIVALENT TO ANHYDROUS DOCE...

#17

HS 30049046

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

$4.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$16.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

DOCET INJECTION 80MG (DOCETAXEL 80MG INJ

TAXEWELL-120MG/3ML(DOCETAXEL INJ.CONC.120MG WITH S...

#18

HS 30049069

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

$3.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.14

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

INDIAN HARMLESS MEDICINES,INJ ZUVITERE 120MG/3ML (...

#19

HS 30049059

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

$3.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$9.57

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS GOODS DOXTEL - 80 (DOCETAXEL 80MG)NOS

HARMLESS GOODS CELTERE 80 (DOCETAXEL 80MG)NOS

HARMLESS GOODS CELTERE 20 (DOCETAXEL 20MG)NOS

#20

HS 30045010

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

$2.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$44.18

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 4Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL ITEMS- DOCETAXEL 80MG INJ

HARMLESS MEDICINES FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION DOCETAXEL...

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTIONDOCETAXEL 2...

Where Docetaxel is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Docetaxel from India, by trade value

India exports Docetaxel to 10+ countries under 26 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($10.5M), followed by Afghanistan ($4.0M) and Russia ($2.7M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Docetaxel pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$10.5M	26.2%
#2	Afghanistan	$4.0M	10.0%
#3	Russia	$2.7M	6.6%
#4	Germany	$2.5M	6.3%
#5	Philippines	$2.3M	5.8%
#6	Mexico	$1.7M	4.3%
#7	Colombia	$1.4M	3.5%
#8	Thailand	$1.1M	2.8%
#9	Chile	$1.1M	2.7%
#10	Malta	$1.0M	2.5%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Docetaxel primarily under HS code 30049044 (Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Docetaxel 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 Docetaxel HS Codes Work

Docetaxel falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 26 codes used for Docetaxel 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 Docetaxel is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Docetaxel trade (including the dominant code 30049044 at 91.4%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049044 refers to "Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Docetaxel Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Docetaxel 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 Docetaxel.

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

Related Oncology — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Oncology therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Docetaxel

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Docetaxel HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Docetaxel, an antineoplastic agent, is predominantly classified under HS code 30049044, which pertains to "Other medicaments containing alkaloids or derivatives thereof but not containing hormones, antibiotics, or their derivatives." The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and any preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) for this HS code vary across key importing countries:

United States: The U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) classifies similar pharmaceutical products under subheading 3004.90.91, which generally have an MFN duty rate of "Free." The U.S. offers duty-free treatment for pharmaceutical products under the Pharmaceutical Agreement of the World Trade Organization (WTO).

Afghanistan: As a Least Developed Country (LDC), Afghanistan benefits from preferential tariff treatments, often resulting in reduced or zero tariffs on pharmaceutical imports. Specific rates should be confirmed with Afghanistan's customs authority.

Russia: According to the Eurasian Economic Union's (EAEU) Common Customs Tariff, pharmaceutical products under HS code 3004 are typically subject to an MFN duty rate of 0%. Russia, as an EAEU member, adheres to this tariff schedule.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Docetaxel HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

The classification of Docetaxel under the Harmonized System can present challenges, particularly when distinguishing between HS codes 3003 and 3004:

HS Code 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 Code 3004: This code pertains to "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."

Docetaxel is typically marketed in specific dosages and packaging suitable for retail sale, aligning with the criteria for HS code 3004. Misclassification can occur if the product's packaging or presentation is not clearly defined, leading to potential disputes. Common errors include:

Classifying bulk shipments intended for further processing under HS code 3004 instead of 3003.

Misinterpreting the packaging specifications, resulting in incorrect code assignment.

Such misclassifications can lead to customs penalties, including fines and delays in clearance. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities emphasize the importance of accurate classification based on the product's presentation and intended use. Our internal data indicates that 91.4% of Docetaxel shipments are correctly classified under HS code 30049044, suggesting a high level of compliance. However, vigilance is necessary to maintain this standard.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Docetaxel is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, each specifying stringent quality standards:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for Docetaxel includes specifications for purity, assay, and impurity limits. The assay typically requires the drug content to be within 90.0% to 110.0% of the labeled amount. Impurity profiles are meticulously defined to ensure safety and efficacy.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP) and European Pharmacopoeia (EP): Both pharmacopoeias provide monographs for Docetaxel, detailing similar quality parameters, including identification tests, assay limits, and impurity thresholds. Specific dissolution testing requirements are outlined to ensure consistent bioavailability.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP monograph for Docetaxel aligns with international standards, specifying purity criteria, assay limits, and dissolution testing protocols to ensure the drug's quality and performance.

Stability testing for Docetaxel is conducted in accordance with the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, which define different climatic zones:

Zone I and II: Temperate climates

Frequently Asked Questions — Docetaxel HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Docetaxel exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Docetaxel exports from India is 30049044 (Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)), which accounts for 91.4% of all Docetaxel trade valued at $36.7M. In total, India exports Docetaxel under 26 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Docetaxel trade?

Docetaxel is exported from India under 26 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $40.1M across 2,695 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.6% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049044?

HS code 30049044 refers to "Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Docetaxel, this code covers $36.7M in trade value with 1,973 transactions, 239 suppliers, and 567 buyers across 265 countries. The average unit price under this code is $74.17.

What is the difference between HS 30049044 and 30049099 for Docetaxel?

HS 30049044 (Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)) accounts for 91.4% of Docetaxel trade ($36.7M) with an average unit price of $74.17, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 6.4% ($2.6M) at $205.96 per unit. HS 30049044 involves 239 suppliers and 567 buyers, compared to 133 suppliers and 164 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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