Docusate HS Code Trade Classification — 7 Codes, $9.3M Trade

Q: How much Docusate is exported under HS code 30049039?

Under HS code 30049039, India exports $7.8M worth of Docusate, representing 84.1% of total Docusate trade. This involves 227 shipments from 10 Indian exporters to 27 buyers in 9 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Docusate from India?

The top importing countries for Docusate from India are United States, Australia, Canada. The leading importer United States accounts for $7.8M in trade value. In total, Docusate is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 7 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Docusate exporters from India?

The leading Docusate exporters from India include TRUECARE BIOMEDIX ($4.3M), TRUECARE BIOMEDIX ($1.6M), TRUE CARE BIOMEDIX ($1.2M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $9.3M.

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

HS code 30045090 has the highest average unit price at $10.68 per unit for Docusate exports. This compares to the overall market average of $20103.46 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049039 averages $10.47 per unit.

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$9.3M25 Suppliers35 CountriesHS 30049039

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES84.6%India → AUSTRALIA12.9%

ImportsUNITED KINGDOM → India$324 JAPAN → India$71

#1 Supplier: TRUECARE BIOMEDIX #1 Buyer: PL DEVELOPMENTS

Docusate HS Codes (2026) — 7 Classifications, $9.3M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Docusate HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Docusate under 7 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $9.3M across 461 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049039 (Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail)), accounting for 84.1% of all Docusate trade at $7.8M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 8.0% ($739.4K). The top 5 HS codes together account for 100.0% of total Docusate trade from India. The average transaction value is $20103. Key importing markets include United States, Australia, Canada. Leading exporters include TRUECARE BIOMEDIX and TRUECARE BIOMEDIX . Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Docusate HS Code Analysis — 7 classifications, $9.3M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Docusate HS code analysis — 7 classifications · $9.3M trade value · 461 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Docusate HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049039	$7.8M	84.1%	227	$10.47	10	9
#2	30049099	$739.4K	8.0%

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 84.1% of Docusate trade

$7.8M

Trade Value

84.1%

Market Share

227

Transactions

$10.47

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 27Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

SENNA WITH DOCUSATE SODIUM TABLETS - 'S3

Sennosides & Docusate Sodium Tablet 8.6m

Sennosides Docusate Sodium Tablet 8 6mg 50mg Red O...

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 8.0% of Docusate trade

$739.4K

Trade Value

8.0%

Market Share

179

Transactions

$4.52

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 22Buyers: 133Countries: 54

Common Product Descriptions:

DOCUSATE WITH SENNA (DUCODYL TAB 1X10TAB

Docusate with senna (DUCODYL TAB 1X10T

Docusate with senna (DUCODYL TAB 1X10

HS 30049039

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 3.5% of Docusate trade

$322.8K

Trade Value

3.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

SENNOSIDES & DOCUSATE SODIUM TABLET 8.6MG/50MG (RE...

SENNOSIDES & DOCUSATE SODIUM TABLET 8.6MG/50MG (OR...

SENNOSIDES & DOCUSATE SODIUM TABLET 8.6MG/50MG (RE...

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 2.8% of Docusate trade

$259.0K

Trade Value

2.8%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.53

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 5Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

SENNA/DOCUSATE SOFTGEL

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS -DOCUSATE SODIUMSOFT GELAT...

SOFTGELATIN CAPSULES PIL DOCUSATE RED SOFTGEL-OD(S...

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 1.7% of Docusate trade

$153.1K

Trade Value

1.7%

Market Share

Transactions

$10.68

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA PRODUCT-SENNA-S SOFTGEL(DOCUSATESODIUM 50MG...

PHARMA PRODUC-LAXATIVE STOOL SOFTENER(DOCUSATE SOD...

HS 30044990

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

$412

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

Z LAXILAX ENEMA PE TUBE OF 5ML (PACK OF6 TUBES)E...

HS 30049099

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

$17

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.41

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 4Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

* DOCUSATE WITH SENNA-TABLET 50MG +8MG(DULCOFLEX)

* Docusate with Senna-tablet 50mg +8mg(DULCOFLEX)

Where Docusate is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Docusate from India, by trade value

India exports Docusate to 10+ countries under 7 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($7.8M), followed by Australia ($1.2M) and Canada ($134.6K). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Docusate pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$7.8M	84.6%
#2	Australia	$1.2M	12.9%
#3	Canada	$134.6K	1.5%
#4	Venezuela	$28.3K	0.3%
#5	New Zealand	$18.7K	0.2%
#6	United Arab Emirates	$12.2K	0.1%
#7	Kenya	$10.6K	0.1%
#8	Honduras	$10.4K	0.1%
#9	Kuwait	$7.4K	0.1%
#10	Guatemala	$3.9K	0.0%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Docusate primarily under HS code 30049039 (Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Docusate 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 Docusate HS Codes Work

Docusate falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 7 codes used for Docusate 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 Docusate is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Docusate trade (including the dominant code 30049039 at 84.1%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049039 refers to "Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Docusate Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Docusate 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 Docusate.

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

Related Gastrointestinal — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Gastrointestinal therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Docusate

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Docusate HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Docusate, primarily classified under HS code 30049039, is subject to varying tariff treatments across key importing countries:

United States: The Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) tariff rate for HS code 30049039 is 0%. Under the U.S.-India Trade Policy Forum, certain pharmaceutical products may benefit from preferential tariffs; however, specific exemptions for essential medicines like Docusate are not explicitly detailed.

Australia: Australia's MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049039 is 0%. The Australia-India Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) may offer preferential rates, but detailed information on exemptions for essential medicines is not readily available.

Canada: Canada applies an MFN tariff rate of 0% to HS code 30049039. While Canada and India do not have a bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA), Canada designates India as a beneficiary under its General Preferential Tariff (GPT) program, potentially offering reduced tariffs for certain goods. Specific exemptions for essential medicines like Docusate are not explicitly detailed. (cbsa-asfc.gc.ca)

Venezuela: Venezuela's MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049039 is 0%. There is no specific FTA between Venezuela and India, and information on exemptions for essential medicines is limited.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Docusate HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Docusate's classification under the Harmonized System can lead to disputes, particularly between HS codes 3003 and 3004:

HS Code 3003: This code pertains to "Medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses or forms."

HS Code 3004: This code covers "Medicaments put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale."

Given that Docusate is commonly exported in measured doses (e.g., capsules, tablets), it is appropriately classified under HS code 3004. Misclassification under HS code 3003 can occur if the product is not in its final dosage form, leading to potential customs penalties, including fines and shipment delays. Our data indicates that 84.1% of Docusate shipments are correctly classified under HS code 30049039, reflecting adherence to proper classification practices.

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Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Docusate HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Docusate is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, ensuring its quality and efficacy:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for Docusate Sodium specifies a purity requirement of not less than 99.0% and not more than 100.5% on the anhydrous basis. It includes tests for identification, assay, and limits for impurities.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP) and European Pharmacopoeia (EP): Both include monographs for Docusate Sodium, detailing similar purity and quality standards, including identification tests, assay, and impurity limits.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP also provides a monograph for Docusate Sodium, aligning with international standards to ensure consistent quality.

Stability testing for Docusate is conducted per the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering different climatic zones:

ICH Zone II (Subtropical): Conditions of 25°C and 60% relative humidity.

ICH Zone III (Hot and Dry): Conditions of 30°C and 35% relative humidity.

Frequently Asked Questions — Docusate HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Docusate exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Docusate exports from India is 30049039 (Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail)), which accounts for 84.1% of all Docusate trade valued at $7.8M. In total, India exports Docusate under 7 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Docusate trade?

Docusate is exported from India under 7 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $9.3M across 461 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 100.0% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049039?

HS code 30049039 refers to "Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Docusate, this code covers $7.8M in trade value with 227 transactions, 10 suppliers, and 27 buyers across 9 countries. The average unit price under this code is $10.47.

What is the difference between HS 30049039 and 30049099 for Docusate?

HS 30049039 (Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail)) accounts for 84.1% of Docusate trade ($7.8M) with an average unit price of $10.47, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 8.0% ($739.4K) at $4.52 per unit. HS 30049039 involves 10 suppliers and 27 buyers, compared to 22 suppliers and 133 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

Suresh Sormare

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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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Frequently Asked Questions — Docusate HS Codes

What is the HS code for Docusate exports from India?

How many HS codes are used for Docusate trade?

What is HS code 30049039?

What is the difference between HS 30049039 and 30049099 for Docusate?

Official References & Regulatory Resources

Research Methodology & Data Transparency

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Primary Data Source

How much Docusate is exported under HS code 30049039?

Which countries import the most Docusate from India?

Who are the top Docusate exporters from India?

Which Docusate HS code has the highest unit price?

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