Folic HS Code Trade Classification — 63 Codes, $56.2M Trade

Q: How much Folic is exported under HS code 30049099?

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $24.6M worth of Folic, representing 43.7% of total Folic trade. This involves 2,259 shipments from 536 Indian exporters to 792 buyers in 283 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Folic from India?

The top importing countries for Folic from India are France, Angola, Belgium. The leading importer France accounts for $8.8M in trade value. In total, Folic is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 63 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Folic exporters from India?

The leading Folic exporters from India include UMAVIDA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED ($3.6M), GRACURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED ($3.0M), MEDICAMEN BIOTECH LIMITED ($2.4M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $56.2M.

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$56.1M693 Suppliers148 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → FRANCE15.7%India → ANGOLA7.5%

ImportsSWITZERLAND → India$48.5K UNITED KINGDOM → India$2.6K

#1 Supplier: UMAVIDA PHARMA #1 Buyer: PRINCE FARMA,

Folic HS Codes (2026) — 63 Classifications, $56.2M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Folic HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Folic under 63 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $56.2M across 5,384 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 43.7% of all Folic trade at $24.6M. HS 30045010 (Medicaments containing Vitamin A (retail)) follows at 14.6% ($8.2M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 87.3% of total Folic trade from India. The average transaction value is $10437. Key importing markets include France, Angola, Belgium. Leading exporters include UMAVIDA PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED and GRACURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Folic HS Code Analysis — 63 classifications, $56.2M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Folic HS code analysis — 63 classifications · $56.2M trade value · 5,384 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Folic HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049099	$24.6M	43.7%	2,259	$18.10	536	283
#2	30045010	$8.2M	14.6%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 43.7% of Folic trade

$24.6M

Trade Value

43.7%

Market Share

2,259

Transactions

$18.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 536Buyers: 792Countries: 283

Common Product Descriptions:

FOLIC ACID TABLETS IP FOL-5 - 5200365

FOLIC ACID TABLETS USP 10MG BATCH NO.

AGOFER TABLETS(FERROUS SULPHATE + FOLIC

HS 30045010

Medicaments containing Vitamin A (retail) · 14.6% of Folic trade

$8.2M

Trade Value

14.6%

Market Share

919

Transactions

$1.11

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 144Buyers: 240Countries: 140

Common Product Descriptions:

BIOFER (CHEWABLE TABLETS OF IRON & FOLIC

Ferrous Sulphate and Folic Acid Tablets

NOVAFER (CHEWABLE TABLETS OF IRON+FOLIC

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 13.8% of Folic trade

$7.7M

Trade Value

13.8%

Market Share

739

Transactions

$3.23

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 195Buyers: 282Countries: 161

Common Product Descriptions:

OTHER PUT UP FOR RETAIL SALE: FOLIC ACID

PHA DRG & MED HAEM UP LIQUID CONT. FOLIC

IRON FOLIC ACID, ZINC, VITAMIN B12 & MIN

HS 30045033

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 8.6% of Folic trade

$4.8M

Trade Value

8.6%

Market Share

363

Transactions

$10.91

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 43Buyers: 119Countries: 80

Common Product Descriptions:

FOL 5 (FOLIC ACID TABLETS 5 MG) 5X10S (

FOLIC ACID 5 MG TABLETS (GSTIN-02AACCB8

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS FOLICNAL/FOLIC A

HS 30045039

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 6.7% of Folic trade

$3.7M

Trade Value

6.7%

Market Share

332

Transactions

$2.17

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 98Buyers: 132Countries: 100

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINES FOLICID 5 FOLICACID 5

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS (FOLIC ACID 5 MG

FOLIC ACID 5MG/ML, 15ML DROPS (DETAILS A

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 3.4% of Folic trade

$1.9M

Trade Value

3.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.44

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 13Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

VITAFER FORTE SYRUP OF IRON AND FOLIC AC

VITAFER FERROUS SULPHATE WITH FOLIC ACID

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS FOLICHEM 5 MG

HS 30045020

Medicaments containing Vitamin B complex (retail) · 3.4% of Folic trade

$1.9M

Trade Value

3.4%

Market Share

264

Transactions

$1.76

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 45Buyers: 105Countries: 74

Common Product Descriptions:

NEUFER PLUS TABLET (lron, Zinc, Folic ac

PACIFOLIC-XT TAB ( FERROUS ASCORBATE & F

IRON+FOLIC ACID (FEROGLOBIN B12 CAP 30'S

HS 30043921

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 2.4% of Folic trade

$1.3M

Trade Value

2.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.98

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 36Countries: 25

Common Product Descriptions:

FOLICULIN-150(UROFOLLITROPIN FOR INJ-150

FOLICULIN-75(UROFOLLITROPIN FOR INJ-75IU

FOLICULIN 75 IU HP [UROFOLLITROPIN FOR I

HS 30045034

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 1.5% of Folic trade

$843.8K

Trade Value

1.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.13

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 14Buyers: 19Countries: 18

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE IRON, FOLIC ACID,

MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE FOR IRON, FOLIC A

RANFERON 12 ELIXIR EACH 5ML CONTAINS FERRIC AMMONU...

#10

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 0.3% of Folic trade

$161.7K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.90

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 11Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

SWIFOLIC 5 (FOLIC ACID TABLETS BP 5 MG)

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS FOLIC ACID U/C

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCT FOLIC ACID U/C T

#11

HS 30045032

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.3% of Folic trade

$160.8K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.83

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 8Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

FOLIC ACID TAB 5 MG

HB FORTEX [22230 BOXx30=666900 CAPS] EACH CAP CONT...

NCV:HB FORTEX [3400 BOXx30=102000 CAPS]EACH CAP CO...

#12

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.2% of Folic trade

$108.2K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.40

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 15Countries: 15

Common Product Descriptions:

VITHEM(Ferrous Fumarate and Folic Acid C

FERROUS SULFATE 200MG+FOLIC ACID .025MG

FERRO +AC FOLICO FEROCOS-AF TABLET 10X10

#13

HS 30066010

Chemical contraceptive preparations · 0.1% of Folic trade

$69.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.55

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION CUNTRAGENTABLETS,LE...

#14

HS 30042019

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

$63.5K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.64

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 11Countries: 12

Common Product Descriptions:

HALEFOLIC TAB - BATCH NO. GS22001 (MFG.

VOLAFOL TABLETS FOLIC ACID TABLETS BP 5

REDANS TAB-FERROUS & FOLIC ACID TAB

#15

HS 30049081

Anti-cancer medicaments, put up for retail sale · 0.1% of Folic trade

$52.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.02

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

FOLIC ACID TAB USP 5MG BTL 1000

FOLIC ACID TAB 5MG BTL 1000

#16

HS 30042099

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

$49.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.79

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

VILFOL TAB ( FOLIC ACID 4000MG TAB) (BAT

VILFOL TAB ( FOLIC ACID 5MG TAB) (BATCH-

HARMLESS MEDICINES FERRO FOCINK N 30 IRON FOLIC AC...

#17

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 0.1% of Folic trade

$49.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.68

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 11Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

HEALSORE TABLET(RIBOFLAVIN 10 + FOLIC AC

94 144 FOLILAB TABLET Folic Acid 5mg BatchNos MRFT...

PHARMACEUTICAL ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM FOR...

#18

HS 30045010

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.1% of Folic trade

$46.8K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.94

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

IRON ,FOLIC ACID,VITAMIN B12 & ZINC CAPS(TOTAL QTY...

PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS AND MEDICINES FERROUS SULPHAT...

#19

HS 30042033

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

$44.8K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.46

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

FOLITAX TABLETS, FOLIC ACID BP 5MG, EXCI

FOLITAX TABLETS,FOLIC ACID BP 5MG,EXCIPI

FOLITAX TABLETS,FOLIC ACID BP 5 MG EXCIPIENTS Q.S....

#20

HS 30041050

Medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.1% of Folic trade

$44.3K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.58

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHILCO-FERVIT SYRUP (IRON(III)HYDROXIDEPOLYMALTOSE...

PHILCO FERVIT SYRUP IRON III HYDROXIDE POLYMALTOSE...

Where Folic is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Folic from India, by trade value

India exports Folic to 10+ countries under 63 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is France ($8.8M), followed by Angola ($4.2M) and Belgium ($2.9M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Folic pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	France	$8.8M	15.6%
#2	Angola	$4.2M	7.5%
#3	Belgium	$2.9M	5.2%
#4	United Kingdom	$2.3M	4.1%
#5	Philippines	$1.9M	3.3%
#6	Ethiopia	$1.8M	3.3%
#7	Sri Lanka	$1.7M	3.0%
#8	United States	$1.6M	2.9%
#9	Pakistan	$1.4M	2.4%
#10	Nigeria	$1.4M	2.4%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Folic primarily under HS code 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Folic 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 Folic HS Codes Work

Folic falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 63 codes used for Folic 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 Folic is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Folic trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 43.7%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049099 refers to "Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale".

Regulatory & Compliance — Folic Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Folic 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 Folic.

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). Folic 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), Folic 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 France and Angola have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Nutritional Supplements — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Nutritional Supplements therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Folic

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates for HS code 30049099, which pertains to "Other medicaments containing vitamins or other products," vary across the specified countries:

France and Belgium: As European Union (EU) member states, both countries apply the EU's Common External Tariff. The MFN rate for HS 30049099 is 0%, reflecting the EU's commitment to facilitating access to essential medicines.

United Kingdom: Post-Brexit, the UK has established its own tariff schedule. The MFN rate for HS 30049099 is 0%, aligning with the EU's approach to essential medicines.

United States: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%, indicating a policy to promote the availability of pharmaceuticals.

Philippines: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 3%. However, under the ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement (AIFTA), the preferential rate is 0%, facilitating trade between India and ASEAN member states.

Sri Lanka: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%. Additionally, under the India-Sri Lanka Free Trade Agreement (ISFTA), the preferential rate is also 0%, promoting bilateral trade in pharmaceuticals.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

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1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

The classification of "Folic" (commonly referring to folic acid) under the HS codes 3003 and 3004 is contingent upon its form and intended use:

HS 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." Bulk forms of folic acid intended for further processing or repackaging fall under this category.

HS 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." Finished products of folic acid, such as tablets or capsules ready for consumer use, are classified here.

Common misclassification errors include:

Classifying bulk folic acid under HS 3004, leading to incorrect duty assessments.

Misidentifying finished folic acid products as bulk substances under HS 3003, potentially resulting in regulatory non-compliance.

Customs authorities impose penalties for misclassification, which may include fines, delays in clearance, and potential legal action. The World Customs Organization (WCO) has issued guidelines to clarify these classifications, aiming to reduce disputes and ensure uniform application of the HS codes.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Folic acid is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, each establishing stringent quality standards:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for folic acid includes specifications for identity, strength, purity, and performance. The assay method is detailed in General Chapter 〈411〉, which provides liquid chromatographic procedures for determining folic acid content.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): While specific details are not provided in the available sources, these pharmacopoeias typically include monographs for folic acid, outlining similar quality parameters to ensure consistency and safety.

Key quality parameters across these pharmacopoeias include:

Purity/Assay Requirements: Folic acid must meet defined purity criteria, with assays confirming the active ingredient's content within specified limits.

Dissolution Testing: Ensures that folic acid tablets or capsules release the active ingredient appropriately, which is critical for bioavailability.

Frequently Asked Questions — Folic HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Folic exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Folic exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 43.7% of all Folic trade valued at $24.6M. In total, India exports Folic under 63 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Folic trade?

Folic is exported from India under 63 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $56.2M across 5,384 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 87.3% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049099?

HS code 30049099 refers to "Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Folic, this code covers $24.6M in trade value with 2,259 transactions, 536 suppliers, and 792 buyers across 283 countries. The average unit price under this code is $18.10.

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30045010 for Folic?

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 43.7% of Folic trade ($24.6M) with an average unit price of $18.10, while HS 30045010 (Medicaments containing Vitamin A (retail)) covers 14.6% ($8.2M) at $1.11 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 536 suppliers and 792 buyers, compared to 144 suppliers and 240 buyers for HS 30045010.

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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