Erythromycin HS Code Trade Classification — 34 Codes, $83.7M Trade

Q: How much Erythromycin is exported under HS code 30042061?

Under HS code 30042061, India exports $57.9M worth of Erythromycin, representing 69.3% of total Erythromycin trade. This involves 2,376 shipments from 331 Indian exporters to 616 buyers in 264 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Erythromycin from India?

The top importing countries for Erythromycin from India are Afghanistan, Philippines, Mozambique. The leading importer Afghanistan accounts for $22.9M in trade value. In total, Erythromycin is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 34 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Erythromycin exporters from India?

The leading Erythromycin exporters from India include MEDOPHARM ($25.2M), BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED ($5.6M), VINS INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE LIMITED ($5.0M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $83.7M.

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

HS code 30042099 has the highest average unit price at $2973.20 per unit for Erythromycin exports. This compares to the overall market average of $20754.55 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30042061 averages $92.95 per unit.

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$79.7M368 Suppliers135 CountriesHS 30042061

ExportsIndia → AFGHANISTAN28.8%India → PHILIPPINES14.3%

ImportsBULGARIA → India$3.6M UNITED STATES → India$337.8K

#1 Supplier: MEDOPHARM

Erythromycin HS Codes (2026) — 34 Classifications, $83.7M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Erythromycin HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Erythromycin under 34 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $83.7M across 4,031 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30042061 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), accounting for 69.3% of all Erythromycin trade at $57.9M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 28.7% ($24.0M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 98.9% of total Erythromycin trade from India. The average transaction value is $20755. Key importing markets include Afghanistan, Philippines, Mozambique. Leading exporters include MEDOPHARM and BDH INDUSTRIES LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Erythromycin HS Code Analysis — 34 classifications, $83.7M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Erythromycin HS code analysis — 34 classifications · $83.7M trade value · 4,031 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Erythromycin HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30042061	$57.9M	69.3%	2,376	$92.95	331	264
#2	30049099	$24.0M	28.7%

HS 30042061

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 69.3% of Erythromycin trade

$57.9M

Trade Value

69.3%

Market Share

2,376

Transactions

$92.95

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 331Buyers: 616Countries: 264

Common Product Descriptions:

ERYTHROMYCIN STEARATE TABLETS BP 250MG (

Erythromycin Stearate Tablet, 250mg

ENTHROCIN 500MG TAB (ERYTHROMYCIN) [ 1 X

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 28.7% of Erythromycin trade

$24.0M

Trade Value

28.7%

Market Share

1,421

Transactions

$13.84

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 230Buyers: 510Countries: 181

Common Product Descriptions:

ALTHROCIN 250MG (ERYTHROMYCIN) SIZE-10 T

ERYTHROCIN 250MG (PFIZER, ERYTHROMYCIN)

Erythromycin stearate Oral Suspension 25

HS 30049099

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.4% of Erythromycin trade

$298.6K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.45

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 12Buyers: 12Countries: 12

Common Product Descriptions:

ERYTHROMYCIN 500 (OTHER DETAILS AS INV-PAC)PCS

ERYTHROMYCIN STEARATE TABLETS-250 MG ERYTHROMYCIN ...

ERYSAN SUSPESNION 120ML (ERYTHROMYCIN ESTOLATE FOR...

HS 30042064

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.3% of Erythromycin trade

$250.4K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$199.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 8Countries: 10

Common Product Descriptions:

ERYOCIN-250MG TABERYTHROMYCIN

ERYTHROMYCINE STEARATE TABLETS BP 500MG

ENTHROCIN 500 MG ERYTHROMYCIN

HS 30042039

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.3% of Erythromycin trade

$242.7K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.96

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

ERYTHROMYCIN 250 TABERYTHROMYCIN 250 TAB

ERYTHROMYCIN 500MG, AS STEARATE

ERYTHROMYCIN 500MG AS STEARATECOO IN

HS 30049061

Antihistamines and anti-allergy preparations (retail) · 0.2% of Erythromycin trade

$149.2K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$113.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 7Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

ERYTHROMYCIN STEARATE TABLETS BP 250 MG

ERYCOM TABLETS EACH FILM COATED TABLETSCONTAINS ER...

ERYTHROMYCIN STEARATE TAB 500 MG(10*10)(

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.2% of Erythromycin trade

$134.4K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.95

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

ERYSHAL TABS 500MG 10 X 10T F/P (S/R)Each Film coa...

ERYSHAL TABS 250MG 10 X 10T F/P (S/R)Each Film coa...

ERYSHAL TABS 500MG 10 X 10T F/P (S/R) Each Film co...

HS 30042099

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

$121.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$2973.20

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 12Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINESERYTHROMYCIN ESTOLATE

HARMLESS MEDICINES ERYTHROMYCIN PROTECH 500 N 10 E...

HS 30042013

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

$106.3K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.01

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ERYAPORO (Erythromycin Stearate Tablets

#10

HS 30042069

Other antibiotic medicaments, put up for retail sale · 0.1% of Erythromycin trade

$77.3K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.90

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

ERYTHROMYCIN STEARATE TABLETS BP 500MG (

ERYTHROMYCIN STEARATE TABLETS BP 500mg (

ERYTHROMYCIN STEARATE TABLETS BP 500mg (RYCIN-500)...

#11

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 0.1% of Erythromycin trade

$71.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.01

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS (ERYTHROMYCIN 250MG TAB

PHARMACEUTICALS ERYTHROMYCIN 250MG TAB

PHARMACEUTICALS ERYTHROMYCIN 250MG TAB100S

#12

HS 30049029

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

$64.6K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.14

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 6Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINE _ ERYTHROMYCIN S

Erythromycin ointment 1 w w 10 g AT 1 BATCH NO T04...

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS ERYTHROMYCIN OI

#13

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.1% of Erythromycin trade

$46.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.19

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 7Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICIEN - ERYTHROMYCIN TABLET BP 250MG

ERYLINK 125 DRY SYRUP(Erythromycin Ethyl

ERYSAPH T500 Erythromycin Stearate Tabl

#14

HS 30042019

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

$40.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.14

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE PHARMA GOODS HARMLES...

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTIONTABS ERYTHR...

#15

HS 30049059

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

$19.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.48

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ERYTHROMYCIN ESTOLATE SUSPENSION - 60ML BOTTLE (ER...

#16

HS 30049022

Analgesics, antipyretics — paracetamol/acetaminophen (retail) · 0.0% of Erythromycin trade

$15.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.39

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

ERYTHROMYCIN SYRUP

#17

HS 30043990

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

$11.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$796.41

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

ERYTHROMYCIN STEARATE TABLETS BP 500MGNOS

ERYTHROMYCIN STEARATE TABLETS BP 250MGNOS

Erythromycin Ethylsuccinate for oral suspension US...

#18

HS 30041090

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

$10.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.12

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 16Countries: 15

Common Product Descriptions:

Erythromycin 500mg Tablet 10s Strip (SMB

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS ERYTHROMYCIN 50

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS ERYTHROMYCIN ST

#19

HS 30049056

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

$7.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.37

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ERYSON - ERYTHROMYCIN SUSPENSION 100ML(BATCH :HLL4...

#20

HS 30042063

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

$5.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$482.88

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

P/NO.: 3-N-DECLADINOSYL-6-OMETHYL-ERYTHROMYCIN A (...

P/NO.: 3-O-DECLADINOSYL-6-OMETHYL-ERYTHROMYCIN A (...

P NO 3 O DECLADINOSYL 6 OMETHYL ERYTHROMYCIN A IMP...

Where Erythromycin is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Erythromycin from India, by trade value

India exports Erythromycin to 10+ countries under 34 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Afghanistan ($22.9M), followed by Philippines ($11.4M) and Mozambique ($5.6M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Erythromycin pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Afghanistan	$22.9M	27.4%
#2	Philippines	$11.4M	13.6%
#3	Mozambique	$5.6M	6.7%
#4	Nigeria	$4.7M	5.7%
#5	Tanzania	$3.1M	3.7%
#6	United States	$2.2M	2.6%
#7	United Kingdom	$1.7M	2.0%
#8	Liberia	$1.5M	1.8%
#9	Cameroon	$1.4M	1.7%
#10	Rwanda	$1.3M	1.6%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Erythromycin primarily under HS code 30042061 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Erythromycin 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 Erythromycin HS Codes Work

Erythromycin falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 34 codes used for Erythromycin 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 Erythromycin is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Erythromycin trade (including the dominant code 30042061 at 69.3%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30042061 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Erythromycin Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Erythromycin 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 Erythromycin.

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

Related Antibiotics — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Antibiotics therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Erythromycin

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Erythromycin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Erythromycin, classified under HS code 30042061, is a significant export commodity for India, with primary importing countries including Afghanistan, the Philippines, Mozambique, Nigeria, Tanzania, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Liberia. Understanding the Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and any preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) is crucial for optimizing trade strategies.

Afghanistan: As a Least Developed Country (LDC), Afghanistan benefits from preferential tariff treatments. According to the World Bank's World Integrated Trade Solution (WITS), Afghanistan's tariff data includes MFN and preferential rates, which may offer reduced tariffs for essential medicines like Erythromycin.

Philippines: The Philippines' tariff schedules, as per the World Trade Organization (WTO) and national customs authorities, indicate specific MFN rates for pharmaceutical products. While the Philippines and India are both members of the ASEAN-India Free Trade Area (AIFTA), the exact preferential rates for HS code 30042061 should be verified through the Philippines' Bureau of Customs.

Mozambique, Nigeria, Tanzania, Liberia: These countries, being part of various regional economic communities, may have specific tariff structures for pharmaceutical imports. The WITS database provides detailed tariff data, including MFN and preferential rates, which can be consulted for precise information.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Erythromycin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Erythromycin's classification under the HS system can be nuanced, particularly when distinguishing 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 in forms or packings for retail sale. Bulk forms of Erythromycin intended for further processing or repackaging would fall under this category.

HS Code 3004: This code covers 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. Finished Erythromycin products, such as tablets or capsules ready for consumer use, are classified here.

Common misclassification errors occur when the packaging and intended use are not accurately considered, leading to incorrect duty assessments and potential customs penalties. For instance, misclassifying bulk Erythromycin powder intended for pharmaceutical manufacturing under HS code 3004 instead of 3003 can result in compliance issues. The World Customs Organization (WCO) provides guidelines and rulings to assist in accurate classification, emphasizing the importance of packaging and dosage forms in determining the correct HS code.

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Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Erythromycin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Erythromycin is recognized and standardized across major pharmacopoeias, ensuring its quality and efficacy.

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for Erythromycin specifies purity and assay requirements, including identification tests, limits for impurities, and assay procedures to ensure the correct potency.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP): The BP provides detailed specifications for Erythromycin, including tests for dissolution, uniformity of dosage units, and microbial contamination limits.

European Pharmacopoeia (EP): The EP monograph outlines comprehensive quality standards, including stability testing requirements aligned with the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering different climatic zones.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP includes monographs for Erythromycin, detailing assay methods, impurity profiles, and dissolution testing to ensure compliance with national quality standards.

Stability testing for Erythromycin is conducted per ICH guidelines, which define conditions based on climatic zones to ensure the drug's efficacy throughout its shelf life. These tests assess factors such as temperature and humidity to simulate various storage conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions — Erythromycin HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Erythromycin exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Erythromycin exports from India is 30042061 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), which accounts for 69.3% of all Erythromycin trade valued at $57.9M. In total, India exports Erythromycin under 34 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Erythromycin trade?

Erythromycin is exported from India under 34 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $83.7M across 4,031 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 98.9% of total trade.

What is HS code 30042061?

HS code 30042061 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Erythromycin, this code covers $57.9M in trade value with 2,376 transactions, 331 suppliers, and 616 buyers across 264 countries. The average unit price under this code is $92.95.

What is the difference between HS 30042061 and 30049099 for Erythromycin?

HS 30042061 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) accounts for 69.3% of Erythromycin trade ($57.9M) with an average unit price of $92.95, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 28.7% ($24.0M) at $13.84 per unit. HS 30042061 involves 331 suppliers and 616 buyers, compared to 230 suppliers and 510 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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