Etoposide HS Code Trade Classification — 26 Codes, $10.8M Trade

Q: How much Etoposide is exported under HS code 30049045?

Under HS code 30049045, India exports $10.0M worth of Etoposide, representing 92.5% of total Etoposide trade. This involves 1,466 shipments from 175 Indian exporters to 461 buyers in 224 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Etoposide from India?

The top importing countries for Etoposide from India are United States, Netherlands, France. The leading importer United States accounts for $2.5M in trade value. In total, Etoposide is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 26 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Etoposide exporters from India?

The leading Etoposide exporters from India include INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED ($3.4M), FRESENIUS KABI ONCOLOGY LIMITED ($1.6M), INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED ($1.4M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $10.8M.

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

HS code 30041090 has the highest average unit price at $8.53 per unit for Etoposide exports. This compares to the overall market average of $5016.12 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049045 averages $6.45 per unit.

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$10.8M237 Suppliers122 CountriesHS 30049045

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES23.1%India → NETHERLANDS9.2%

ImportsGERMANY → India$492 UNITED STATES → India$402

#1 Supplier: INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS #1 Buyer: EVERSANA LIFE

Etoposide HS Codes (2026) — 26 Classifications, $10.8M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Etoposide HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Etoposide under 26 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $10.8M across 2,157 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049045 (Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)), accounting for 92.5% of all Etoposide trade at $10.0M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 4.2% ($459.5K). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.7% of total Etoposide trade from India. The average transaction value is $5016. Key importing markets include United States, Netherlands, France. Leading exporters include INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED and FRESENIUS KABI ONCOLOGY LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Etoposide HS Code Analysis — 26 classifications, $10.8M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Etoposide HS code analysis — 26 classifications · $10.8M trade value · 2,157 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Etoposide HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049045	$10.0M	92.5%	1,466	$6.45	175	224
#2	30049099	$459.5K	4.2%

HS 30049045

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 92.5% of Etoposide trade

$10.0M

Trade Value

92.5%

Market Share

1,466

Transactions

$6.45

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 175Buyers: 461Countries: 224

Common Product Descriptions:

POSID CAP 50 MG (ETOPOSIDE CAP IP 50MG )

ZUVITOP 50 MG CAP (ETOPOSIDE CAP IP) (50

ZUVITOP 50 MG CAP (ETOPOSIDE CAP IP) (30

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 4.2% of Etoposide trade

$459.5K

Trade Value

4.2%

Market Share

429

Transactions

$3.04

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 155Buyers: 189Countries: 127

Common Product Descriptions:

ONCOSID 100MG INJ(Etoposide 100mg Inject

ETOPOSIDE 100MG INJECTION

ETOPOSIDE 100MG INJECTION (PER VIAL)

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 1.8% of Etoposide trade

$192.8K

Trade Value

1.8%

Market Share

175

Transactions

$2.58

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 60Buyers: 92Countries: 73

Common Product Descriptions:

Etopodas-100MG(Etoposide 100Mg Injection

ADSIDE 100MG (ETOPOSIDE 100MG INJECTION)

ETOPOSIDE INJECTION 100MG / 5ML BRAND :

HS 30049045

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 1.1% of Etoposide trade

$121.7K

Trade Value

1.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.53

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 11Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI ETOPOSIDE INJ USP20MG/ML 5ML(A...

PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI ETOPOSIDE INJ USP,20MG/ML,5ML(...

HS 30049042

Anti-diarrhoeal preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.1% of Etoposide trade

$15.2K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.65

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA PRODUCT-ONCOSID 100 MG (ETOPOSIDE

PHARMA PRODUCT-ONCOSID 100(ETOPOSIDE INJ

METHOTREXATE INJECTION USP 500 MG/5 MLEACH ML CONT...

HS 30029090

Other blood products, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms · 0.1% of Etoposide trade

$7.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.84

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

BIOPOSIDE INJ 100 MGETOPOSIDE24X25X1

BIOPOSIDE INJ 100 MG (ETOPOSIDE) PACK OF24X25X1

HS 30049044

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

$3.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.41

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

ETOVEL 100 MG INJ (ETOPOSIDE 100 MG PDRE

ADSIDE 100 MG ETOPOSIDE INJECTION USP 10

ETOPOSIDE 100MG INJ(ZUVITOP 100MG INJ) PACK SIZE :...

HS 30049046

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

$3.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.75

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 5Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

ADSIDE-100 ETOPOSIDE 100 MG INJECTION (A

ETOVEL-100 ETOPOSIDE 100 MG INJECTION (E

ETOPYRA ETOPOSIDE 100 MG INJECTION IP (B

HS 30049047

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

$2.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

ETOPOSIDE INJECTION USP 100MG/5ML

ONCOSID 100 INJ ETOPOSIDE 100 MGB/NO.EPIF3A4MFG-06...

ONCOSID 100 INJ ETOPOSIDE 100 MG, B/NO:EPIF3A4, MF...

#10

HS 30049069

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

$2.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.45

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

ETOPOSIDE INJECTION 100 MG Each Ml Conta

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

ETOPOGEN -100 MG INJ(VIAL) (ETOPOSIDE)

#11

HS 30049099

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

$1.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.23

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 6Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINE ETOPOGEN 100 MG I...

ADSIDE 100MG INJ.ETOPOSIDE INJECTION IP(1 VIAL )

ADSIDE 50MG CAP. ETOPOSIDE CAPSULES IP(1*8S)

#12

HS 30021500

Immunological products, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 0.0% of Etoposide trade

$1.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.81

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

REWARD ITEM HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINES FOR ...

#13

HS 30041090

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

$1.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.53

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

POSID 100 MG INJECTION (ETOPOSIDE INJECT

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS ONCOSID 100MG INJ ETOPOSI...

PHARMACEUTICALS ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM Et...

#14

HS 30049081

Anti-cancer medicaments, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Etoposide trade

$1.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.31

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ADSIDE 100 VIAL ETOPOSIDE BATCH ADC22

#15

HS 30049074

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

$1.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE ETOPOSIDE 100 MGINJECTION I...

#16

HS 30049035

Anti-malarial preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Etoposide trade

$379

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.94

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

Celoside 100 ( Etoposide) Inj

#17

HS 30042019

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

$357

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.92

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

CELOSIDE 100 MG (ETOPOSIDE)

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION:ETOPO...

#18

HS 30049049

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

$329

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.48

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

BIOSIDE 100MG INJECTION[50 VIAL]EACH VIAL CONT. ET...

#19

HS 30049082

Immunosuppressant preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Etoposide trade

$262

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.45

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

#20

HS 30043912

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

$261

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.22

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ETOPOSIDE TAB 50 MG BATCH 24343A EXP 09/2026

Where Etoposide is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Etoposide from India, by trade value

India exports Etoposide to 10+ countries under 26 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($2.5M), followed by Netherlands ($993.3K) and France ($747.3K). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Etoposide pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$2.5M	23.1%
#2	Netherlands	$993.3K	9.2%
#3	France	$747.3K	6.9%
#4	Colombia	$485.1K	4.5%
#5	Germany	$475.0K	4.4%
#6	United Arab Emirates	$469.7K	4.3%
#7	Mexico	$429.5K	4.0%
#8	Poland	$395.6K	3.7%
#9	Thailand	$380.7K	3.5%
#10	United Kingdom	$353.6K	3.3%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Etoposide primarily under HS code 30049045 (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 Etoposide 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 Etoposide HS Codes Work

Etoposide falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 26 codes used for Etoposide 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 Etoposide is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Etoposide trade (including the dominant code 30049045 at 92.5%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049045 refers to "Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Etoposide Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Etoposide 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 Etoposide.

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

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates for HS code 30049045 vary across key importing countries:

United States: The Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) lists HS code 300490 as duty-free under the MFN rate. Additionally, the U.S. offers preferential rates under various Free Trade Agreements (FTAs), such as the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), which may provide duty-free access for qualifying goods.

European Union (including Netherlands, France, Germany, and Poland): The EU's Common External Tariff applies a 0% MFN duty rate to HS code 300490. The EU has FTAs with several countries, but specific preferential rates for imports from India would depend on the terms of any existing agreements.

Colombia: According to the World Trade Organization (WTO) tariff database, Colombia applies a 5% MFN duty rate to HS code 300490. Colombia has an FTA with the United States, but its trade agreement status with India should be verified for potential preferential rates.

United Arab Emirates: The UAE generally imposes a 5% MFN duty rate on pharmaceutical products under HS code 300490. The UAE is part of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), which has a unified customs tariff; however, specific FTAs with India should be reviewed for preferential rates.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Etoposide HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Etoposide can be classified under HS code 3003 or 3004, depending on its form:

HS 3003: 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 3004: 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.

Common misclassification errors occur when the packaging and dosing form are not accurately considered. For instance, bulk etoposide intended for further processing should be classified under HS 3003, while finished products ready for retail sale fall under HS 3004. Misclassification can lead to incorrect duty assessments and potential customs penalties. While specific recent rulings from the World Customs Organization (WCO) or national authorities are not cited here, it is crucial for importers to ensure accurate classification to avoid such issues.

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Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Etoposide HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Etoposide is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph specifies that etoposide should contain not less than 95.0% and not more than 105.0% of etoposide, calculated on the anhydrous basis. It also outlines identification tests, impurity limits, and specific tests to ensure quality.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): While specific monograph details are not provided here, these pharmacopoeias typically include similar standards for purity, assay, and quality control to ensure the safety and efficacy of etoposide.

Quality control tests for etoposide include:

Purity/Assay Requirements: Ensuring the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) meets specified purity levels.

Dissolution Testing: Assessing the rate and extent of etoposide release from its dosage form.

Stability Testing: Conducted according to the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering different climatic zones to ensure the drug maintains its quality over its shelf life.

Frequently Asked Questions — Etoposide HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Etoposide exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Etoposide exports from India is 30049045 (Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)), which accounts for 92.5% of all Etoposide trade valued at $10.0M. In total, India exports Etoposide under 26 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Etoposide trade?

Etoposide is exported from India under 26 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $10.8M across 2,157 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.7% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049045?

HS code 30049045 refers to "Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Etoposide, this code covers $10.0M in trade value with 1,466 transactions, 175 suppliers, and 461 buyers across 224 countries. The average unit price under this code is $6.45.

What is the difference between HS 30049045 and 30049099 for Etoposide?

HS 30049045 (Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)) accounts for 92.5% of Etoposide trade ($10.0M) with an average unit price of $6.45, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 4.2% ($459.5K) at $3.04 per unit. HS 30049045 involves 175 suppliers and 461 buyers, compared to 155 suppliers and 189 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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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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