Gemcitabine HS Code Trade Classification — 23 Codes, $216.1M Trade

Q: How much Gemcitabine is exported under HS code 30049092?

Under HS code 30049092, India exports $131.8M worth of Gemcitabine, representing 61.0% of total Gemcitabine trade. This involves 2 shipments from 1 Indian exporters to 1 buyers in 1 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Gemcitabine from India?

The top importing countries for Gemcitabine from India are United States, Belgium, Malta. The leading importer United States accounts for $7.8M in trade value. In total, Gemcitabine is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 23 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Gemcitabine exporters from India?

The leading Gemcitabine exporters from India include JANSSEN RESEARCH & DEVLOPMENT LLC ($131.9M), ELI LILLY EXPORT S.A ($33.5M), FRESENIUS KABI ONCOLOGY LIMITED ($5.1M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $216.1M.

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$46.5M248 Suppliers125 CountriesHS 30049049

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES16.8%India → BELGIUM12.7%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$133.8M FRANCE → India$35.5M

#1 Supplier: FRESENIUS KABI #1 Buyer: YUSEN LOGISTICS

Gemcitabine HS Codes (2026) — 23 Classifications, $216.1M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Gemcitabine HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Gemcitabine under 23 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $216.1M across 3,084 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049092 (Anti-asthma preparations, put up for retail sale), accounting for 61.0% of all Gemcitabine trade at $131.8M. HS 30049095 (Dermatological preparations, put up for retail sale) follows at 18.4% ($39.8M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.8% of total Gemcitabine trade from India. The average transaction value is $70058. Key importing markets include United States, Belgium, Malta. Leading exporters include JANSSEN RESEARCH & DEVLOPMENT LLC and ELI LILLY EXPORT S.A . Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Gemcitabine HS Code Analysis — 23 classifications, $216.1M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Gemcitabine HS code analysis — 23 classifications · $216.1M trade value · 3,084 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Gemcitabine HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049092	$131.8M	61.0%	2	$95178.20	1	1
#2	30049095	$39.8M	18.4%

HS 30049092

Anti-asthma preparations, put up for retail sale · 61.0% of Gemcitabine trade

$131.8M

Trade Value

61.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$95178.20

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

(N.C.V.) GEMCITABINE HCL 225MG INTRAVESICAL DELIVE...

HS 30049095

Dermatological preparations, put up for retail sale · 18.4% of Gemcitabine trade

$39.8M

Trade Value

18.4%

Market Share

187

Transactions

$201.42

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 39Buyers: 57Countries: 51

Common Product Descriptions:

GEMTROX 1GM INJ-Gemcitabine 1gm Injectio

GEMCITABINE INJ 38MG/ML 52.6ML 1S MYL US

GEMCITABINE INJECTION 200MG/VIAL BRAND :

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 17.3% of Gemcitabine trade

$37.3M

Trade Value

17.3%

Market Share

2,256

Transactions

$10.87

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 243Buyers: 599Countries: 257

Common Product Descriptions:

CHEMOGEM 200 (GEMCITABINE FOR INJECTION

GEMITA (GEMCITABINE) INJ. USP 200MG/VIAL

CITAFINE 1.0 GM INJECTION (GEMCITABINE F

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 2.9% of Gemcitabine trade

$6.3M

Trade Value

2.9%

Market Share

537

Transactions

$39.32

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 120Buyers: 168Countries: 115

Common Product Descriptions:

GEMCHEM 1GM INJ. GEMCITABINE INJECTION I

GEMCITABINE INJECTION IP 1 G

GEMWELL 1G (GEMCITABINE FOR INJECTION US

HS 30049049

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.1% of Gemcitabine trade

$316.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.47

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 18Countries: 16

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI GEMCITABINE,100MG/ML, 2ML RTU(...

PHARM DRUG&MED:GEMCITABINE,100MG/ML,2MLRTU(ACO-CZE...

PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI GEMCITABINE 100MG/ML,2MLRTU(AC...

HS 30049047

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.1% of Gemcitabine trade

$276.6K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.74

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 10Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

GEMCIT SPAL 200 GEMCITABINE

GEMCITABINE KABI INJ.200MG/5.26ML VIAL B

GEMCIT SPAL 200 GEMCITABINE

HS 30049046

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

$94.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.88

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

Gemcitabine 1gm Injection Vial 50ML GENE

GEMTROX 1GM (GEMCITABINE INJ 1 GM )NOS

H.L.MEDICINES-RESITABINE 1GM [GEMCITABINE? FOR INJ...

HS 30049099

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

$78.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.66

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 6Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

CANCYTE 1000MG INJ (GEMCITABINE 1000MG INJ)

GEMZEST 1GM-GEMCITABINE 1GM INJ- BATCH NO - 324-22...

GEMCITAMED 1000(GEMCITABINE INJECTION USP 1000 MG)...

HS 30042099

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

$11.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.93

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

BIOGEMGEMCITABINE FOR INJECTION 200MGBATCH NO:GHLI...

(HARMLESS MEDICINES INJECATABLE AND TABLETS) GEMCI...

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

#10

HS 30

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

$10.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$128.01

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

NCV-FOR CLINICAL TRIAL-GEMCITABINE STRENGTH-100MG/...

NCV-FOR CLINICAL TRIAL-JNJ 17000139 GEMCITABINE 22...

#11

HS 30049094

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

$7.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.90

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTIONGEMCITABINE...

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION GEMCITABIN...

#12

HS 30049022

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

$7.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.04

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GEMCIT 3.94 (GEMCITABINE FOR INJECTION - 200MG)BAT...

GEMCIT (GEMCITABINE FOR INJECTION - 1GM)BATCH NO. ...

#13

HS 30049039

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

$4.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$28.70

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

GEMCHEM-1000 GEMCITABINE INJECTION I.P.

GEMCITABINE PPF 1200MG/120ML 1S PU GB BATCH NO HAF...

GEMCITABINE SUN 10MG/ML, 130ML 1S PU UK (F.O.C) (F...

#14

HS 30041090

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

$3.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$25.88

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

GEMZEST 1000 MG INJECTION (GEMCITABINE I

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS GEMZEST 1GM INJGEMCITABIN...

#15

HS 30049044

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

$3.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.96

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 6Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

GEMCITABINE 1GM INJ(ZETABIN 1GM INJ RTU),PACK-1 VI...

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

#16

HS 30021500

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

$2.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

REWARD ITEM HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINES FOR ...

#17

HS 30044990

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

$1.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.89

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GEMTYRA-RTU-1000 GEMCITABINE 1000 MG INJECTION IP ...

#18

HS 30049055

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

$884

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.84

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GEMCITABINE 1GM INJ(ZETABIN 1GM INJ RTU)

#19

HS 30045039

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.0% of Gemcitabine trade

$403

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

Gembin 200 vial (Gemcitabine injcetion 2

#20

HS 30049095

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

$306

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.12

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GEMTROX 1 GM (GEMCITABINE 1000 MG)

Where Gemcitabine is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Gemcitabine from India, by trade value

India exports Gemcitabine to 10+ countries under 23 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($7.8M), followed by Belgium ($5.9M) and Malta ($5.4M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Gemcitabine pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$7.8M	3.6%
#2	Belgium	$5.9M	2.7%
#3	Malta	$5.4M	2.5%
#4	Algeria	$3.5M	1.6%
#5	Russia	$2.9M	1.3%
#6	Thailand	$2.3M	1.1%
#7	Germany	$1.6M	0.8%
#8	Morocco	$1.5M	0.7%
#9	Malaysia	$1.4M	0.6%
#10	South Africa	$1.1M	0.5%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Gemcitabine primarily under HS code 30049092 (Anti-asthma preparations, put up for retail sale). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Gemcitabine 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 Gemcitabine HS Codes Work

Gemcitabine falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 23 codes used for Gemcitabine 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 Gemcitabine is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Gemcitabine trade (including the dominant code 30049092 at 61.0%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049092 refers to "Anti-asthma preparations, put up for retail sale".

Regulatory & Compliance — Gemcitabine Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Gemcitabine 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 Gemcitabine.

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

Related Oncology — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Oncology therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Gemcitabine

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Gemcitabine is primarily classified under HS code 30049092, which pertains to "Other medicaments containing other antibiotics." The Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) for this HS code vary across key importing countries:

United States: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049092 is 0%, allowing duty-free importation. Under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), qualifying goods from member countries also benefit from a 0% tariff rate.

Belgium: As a member of the European Union (EU), Belgium applies the EU's Common External Tariff. The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049092 is 0%, permitting duty-free imports. The EU has an FTA with India, known as the EU-India Cooperation Agreement, which may offer preferential rates; however, specific tariff reductions for this HS code should be verified with the latest EU tariff schedules.

Malta: Also an EU member, Malta adheres to the EU's Common External Tariff, applying a 0% MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049092. The same considerations regarding the EU-India Cooperation Agreement apply.

Algeria: Algeria's MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049092 is 0%, facilitating duty-free importation. Algeria has a preferential trade agreement with India under the India-Algeria Trade Agreement, which may provide additional benefits; specific details should be confirmed with Algerian customs authorities.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

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1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Gemcitabine can be classified under different HS codes depending on its form and composition:

HS Code 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." Gemcitabine in bulk form, not packaged for retail, would fall under this classification.

HS Code 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." Gemcitabine prepared in dosages and packaged for retail sale should be classified here.

Common misclassification errors include:

Bulk vs. Retail Packaging: Misclassifying bulk Gemcitabine under HS 3004 instead of HS 3003.

Incorrect Subheadings: Assigning Gemcitabine to incorrect subheadings within HS 3004, such as 30049049 instead of the more appropriate 30049092.

Such misclassifications can lead to customs penalties, including fines and delays in shipment clearance. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities emphasize the importance of accurate classification to ensure compliance and avoid legal repercussions.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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Gemcitabine is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP). These monographs specify stringent quality standards:

Purity/Assay Requirements: Gemcitabine must exhibit high purity, typically ≥99.0% as determined by High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC). Impurity levels are strictly controlled to ensure safety and efficacy.

Dissolution Testing: For oral dosage forms, dissolution tests are conducted to ensure the drug releases appropriately in the body. These tests are standardized across pharmacopoeias, with specific methods detailed in general chapters such as USP <711> and EP 2.9.3.

Stability Testing: Stability studies are performed to assess the drug's shelf life under various conditions. These studies adhere to the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering different climatic zones to ensure the drug maintains its quality over time.

Adherence to these pharmacopoeial standards is crucial for regulatory approval and market acceptance of Gemcitabine products.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Gemcitabine HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Gemcitabine exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Gemcitabine exports from India is 30049092 (Anti-asthma preparations, put up for retail sale), which accounts for 61.0% of all Gemcitabine trade valued at $131.8M. In total, India exports Gemcitabine under 23 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Gemcitabine trade?

Gemcitabine is exported from India under 23 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $216.1M across 3,084 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.8% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049092?

HS code 30049092 refers to "Anti-asthma preparations, put up for retail sale" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Gemcitabine, this code covers $131.8M in trade value with 2 transactions, 1 suppliers, and 1 buyers across 1 countries. The average unit price under this code is $95178.20.

What is the difference between HS 30049092 and 30049095 for Gemcitabine?

HS 30049092 (Anti-asthma preparations, put up for retail sale) accounts for 61.0% of Gemcitabine trade ($131.8M) with an average unit price of $95178.20, while HS 30049095 (Dermatological preparations, put up for retail sale) covers 18.4% ($39.8M) at $201.42 per unit. HS 30049092 involves 1 suppliers and 1 buyers, compared to 39 suppliers and 57 buyers for HS 30049095.

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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