Fluticasone HS Code Trade Classification — 36 Codes, $2.9B Trade

Q: How much Fluticasone is exported under HS code 30043200?

Under HS code 30043200, India exports $2.7B worth of Fluticasone, representing 91.4% of total Fluticasone trade. This involves 1,719 shipments from 72 Indian exporters to 181 buyers in 105 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Fluticasone from India?

The top importing countries for Fluticasone from India are Netherlands, Australia, Canada. The leading importer Netherlands accounts for $69.4M in trade value. In total, Fluticasone is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 36 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Fluticasone exporters from India?

The leading Fluticasone exporters from India include GLAXOSMITHKLINE EXPORT LIMITED ($2.6B), CIPLA LIMITED ($163.7M), AVS RX INC ($41.8M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $2.9B.

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

HS code 30043990 has the highest average unit price at $469.50 per unit for Fluticasone exports. This compares to the overall market average of $306535.22 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30043200 averages $96.77 per unit.

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$203.0M239 Suppliers123 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → NETHERLANDS34.2%India → AUSTRALIA10.1%

ImportsUNITED KINGDOM → India$2.6B UNITED STATES → India$54.3M

#1 Supplier: CIPLA LIMITED

Fluticasone HS Codes (2026) — 36 Classifications, $2.9B Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Fluticasone HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Fluticasone under 36 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $2.9B across 9,458 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30043200 (Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail)), accounting for 91.4% of all Fluticasone trade at $2.7B. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 8.2% ($237.9M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.9% of total Fluticasone trade from India. The average transaction value is $306535. Key importing markets include Netherlands, Australia, Canada. Leading exporters include GLAXOSMITHKLINE EXPORT LIMITED and CIPLA LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Top Fluticasone HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30043200	$2.7B	91.4%	1,719	$96.77	72	105
#2	30049099	$237.9M	8.2%

HS 30043200

Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail) · 91.4% of Fluticasone trade

$2.7B

Trade Value

91.4%

Market Share

1,719

Transactions

$96.77

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 72Buyers: 181Countries: 105

Common Product Descriptions:

FLOMIST NASAL SPRAY (FLUTICASONE PROPION

FLOMIST NASAL SPRAY 50MCG (FLUTICASONE)

FLOMIST NASAL SPRAY 50MCG (FLUTICASONE P

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 8.2% of Fluticasone trade

$237.9M

Trade Value

8.2%

Market Share

7,023

Transactions

$126.35

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 367Buyers: 624Countries: 254

Common Product Descriptions:

SEROFLO INHALER 125\25MCG (FLUTICASONE -

SEROFLO INHALER 250\25MCG (FLUTICASONE P

FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE IP/BP MICRONISED

HS 30049091

Rehydration salts/oral electrolyte preparations (retail) · 0.2% of Fluticasone trade

$4.5M

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

206

Transactions

$5.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 24Buyers: 71Countries: 45

Common Product Descriptions:

OXYFLOW SALMETEROL 25 MCG + FLUTICASONE

FORAIR 125 (SALMETEROL & FLUTICASONE PRO

LUDOFLU-S 250 FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE IP

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 0.1% of Fluticasone trade

$2.7M

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.66

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

OTHER MEDICAMENT SEROFLO SALMETEROL FLUTICASONE 10...

FLUTICORT PLUS 250 HFA INH 120MD SALMETEROL XINAFO...

HS 30049099

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

$1.1M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

131

Transactions

$7.17

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 22Buyers: 25Countries: 19

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS SEROFLO 125 INHEALERSALME...

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS SERETIDE ACCU 50MCG/250MC...

ASPER INVOICE NO: ZPPL/XP/2425/011 DATE:01/04/2024...

HS 30049094

Ophthalmic preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Fluticasone trade

$895.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.35

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 14Buyers: 27Countries: 23

Common Product Descriptions:

FLUTICASONE NASAL SPRAY IP 50MCG (FLUTIC

FLUTICASONE NASAL SPRAY

FLUTICASONE NASAL SPRAY IP 50MCG FLUTICONE FLUTICA...

HS 30043990

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

$873.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$469.50

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE 111MCG INHALATIONAEROSOL 12...

SEROFLO CIPHALER POWDER 50/500MCG (SALMETEROL - FL...

AZELASTINE HCL AND FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE NASAL SP...

HS 30043200

Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail) · 0.0% of Fluticasone trade

$113.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$20.26

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 5Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

TRELEGY ELLIPTA 100 MCG/62.5 MCG/25 MCGINHALER 30 ...

TRELEGY ELLIPTA 100+62.5+25MCG 30 DOSE FLUTICASONE...

FLUTIKASON CIPLA 250 MIKROGRAM/DOSE INHALASJONSAER...

HS 30

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

$90.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$179.80

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 12Buyers: 6Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

(N.C.V) FLUTICASONE FUROATE 100 MCG ,UMECLIDINIUM ...

(N.C.V) FLUTICASONE FUROATE UMECLIDINIUM AND VILAN...

(N.C.V.) FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE 110 MCG INHALATION...

#10

HS 30049069

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

$50.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

FLOMIST NASAL SPRAY (FLUTICASONE)

FLUTIMAX S 500 SALMETEROL AND FLUTICASONE PROPIONA...

FLUTIMAX S 250 PUFFCAPS SALMETEROL AND FLUTICASONE...

#11

HS 30044990

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

$34.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$162.86

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 7Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

FLUTICASONE+SALMETEROL (SEROFLO 250MCG I

FLUTICASONE (FLOMIST NASAL SPRAY 100MD)

SALMETEROL FLUTICASONE SEROFLO 250MCG INHALER 120M...

#12

HS 30049088

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

$31.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.15

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

SALMETEROL+FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE INHALER

#13

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Fluticasone trade

$27.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.11

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

Flubispray Nasal Spray 120 MD-Fluticasone Furoate ...

FLUTICASONE 50MCG NASAL SPRAY

#14

HS 30042039

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

$7.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$88.19

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AZELASTINE HYDROCHLORIDE & FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE ...

AZELASTINE HYDROCHLORIDE &FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE N...

#15

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Fluticasone trade

$7.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.04

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

FLUTIFLOW 120 FLUTICASONE PROPIONATE BP B.NO M3118...

#16

HS 30042019

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

$5.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$32.05

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

TRELEGY ELLIPTA (FLUTICASONE/UMECLIDINIUM VINALTER...

#17

HS 30042099

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

$4.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.46

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 15Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

MUPIROCIN 2% + FLUTICASONE 0.05%

Ezicas AZ 140mcg/50mcg Intas, Azelastine/Fluticaso...

Ezicas AZ 140mcg/50mcg Intas Azelastine/Fluticason...

#18

HS 30041090

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

$4.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 13Buyers: 17Countries: 17

Common Product Descriptions:

FLUTICASONE NASAL SPRAY 10 ML (50 PACK)

Fluticasone nasal 10ml,BRAND NAME-FLUTIH

FLUTICARE NASAL SPRAY (FLUTICASONE 250 M

#19

HS 30045020

Medicaments containing Vitamin B complex (retail) · 0.0% of Fluticasone trade

$2.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.66

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

Contain Medicines Harmless Pharmaceutical Products...

FLUTICASONE FUROATE 27.5 MCG PACK OF 120 DOSES

FLUTICASONE FUROATE 27.5 MCG (PACK OF120 DOSES)

#20

HS 30043110

Insulin preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Fluticasone trade

$2.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.28

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ASPER INVOICE NO: ZPPL/XP/2425/160 DATE:25/06/2024...

Where Fluticasone is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Fluticasone from India, by trade value

India exports Fluticasone to 10+ countries under 36 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Netherlands ($69.4M), followed by Australia ($20.4M) and Canada ($11.9M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Fluticasone pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Netherlands	$69.4M	2.4%
#2	Australia	$20.4M	0.7%
#3	Canada	$11.9M	0.4%
#4	South Africa	$10.9M	0.4%
#5	Turkey	$8.5M	0.3%
#6	Chile	$7.8M	0.3%
#7	United Arab Emirates	$6.7M	0.2%
#8	United States	$6.5M	0.2%
#9	Belgium	$5.6M	0.2%
#10	Brazil	$5.3M	0.2%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Fluticasone primarily under HS code 30043200 (Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Fluticasone 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 Fluticasone HS Codes Work

Fluticasone falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 36 codes used for Fluticasone 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 Fluticasone is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Fluticasone trade (including the dominant code 30043200 at 91.4%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30043200 refers to "Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Fluticasone Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Fluticasone 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 Fluticasone.

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

Related Respiratory — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Respiratory therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Fluticasone

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Fluticasone, classified under HS code 30043200, is subject to varying tariff rates across key importing 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:

Netherlands: As a member of the European Union, the Netherlands applies the EU's Common External Tariff. Pharmaceutical products under HS code 30043200 generally benefit from a 0% MFN tariff rate. There is no specific FTA between India and the EU affecting this rate.

Australia: Australia's MFN tariff rate for HS code 30043200 is 0%. Under the India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA), which came into effect on December 29, 2022, certain pharmaceutical products may benefit from preferential tariffs. However, specific details for HS code 30043200 should be verified with the Australian Border Force.

Canada: Canada applies a 0% MFN tariff rate for pharmaceutical products under HS code 30043200. While Canada and India have engaged in trade discussions, no FTA is currently in effect that alters this rate.

South Africa: South Africa's MFN tariff rate for HS code 30043200 is 0%. There is no existing FTA between India and South Africa that affects this rate.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Fluticasone HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Fluticasone, a corticosteroid used in various therapeutic applications, is primarily classified under HS code 30043200, which pertains to medicaments containing corticosteroids, put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale. Our data indicates that 91.4% of Fluticasone shipments utilize this classification.

However, misclassification can occur, particularly between HS codes 3003 and 3004:

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

Common errors include:

Bulk Shipments: Classifying bulk Fluticasone intended for further processing under HS code 3004 instead of 3003.

Retail Packaging: Misclassifying Fluticasone products in retail packaging under HS code 3003 instead of 3004.

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 to ensure compliance and facilitate trade.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Fluticasone is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, each outlining specific quality standards:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for Fluticasone Propionate includes an assay method using High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) with UV detection to ensure the drug's potency and purity. The monograph also specifies tests for related substances to control impurities.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP) and European Pharmacopoeia (EP): Both include monographs for Fluticasone Propionate, detailing identification tests, assays, and impurity profiles to ensure compliance with established quality standards.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP monograph for Fluticasone Propionate outlines quality parameters, including identification, assay, and impurity testing, aligning with international standards.

Key quality parameters across these pharmacopoeias include:

Purity/Assay Requirements: Typically, the assay for Fluticasone Propionate should be within 98.0% to 102.0% of the labeled amount, ensuring the drug's potency.

Frequently Asked Questions — Fluticasone HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Fluticasone exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Fluticasone exports from India is 30043200 (Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail)), which accounts for 91.4% of all Fluticasone trade valued at $2.7B. In total, India exports Fluticasone under 36 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Fluticasone trade?

Fluticasone is exported from India under 36 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $2.9B across 9,458 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.9% of total trade.

What is HS code 30043200?

HS code 30043200 refers to "Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Fluticasone, this code covers $2.7B in trade value with 1,719 transactions, 72 suppliers, and 181 buyers across 105 countries. The average unit price under this code is $96.77.

What is the difference between HS 30043200 and 30049099 for Fluticasone?

HS 30043200 (Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail)) accounts for 91.4% of Fluticasone trade ($2.7B) with an average unit price of $96.77, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 8.2% ($237.9M) at $126.35 per unit. HS 30043200 involves 72 suppliers and 181 buyers, compared to 367 suppliers and 624 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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