Glimepiride HS Code Trade Classification — 36 Codes, $76.4M Trade

Q: How much Glimepiride is exported under HS code 30043190?

Under HS code 30043190, India exports $49.2M worth of Glimepiride, representing 64.4% of total Glimepiride trade. This involves 310 shipments from 36 Indian exporters to 95 buyers in 55 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Glimepiride from India?

The top importing countries for Glimepiride from India are United States, South Africa, Philippines. The leading importer United States accounts for $51.2M in trade value. In total, Glimepiride is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 36 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Glimepiride exporters from India?

The leading Glimepiride exporters from India include INDOCO REMEDIES LIMITED ($46.0M), MICRO LABS LIMITED ($4.5M), IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED ($3.5M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $76.4M.

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

HS code 30044990 has the highest average unit price at $361.59 per unit for Glimepiride exports. This compares to the overall market average of $23897.39 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30043190 averages $11.57 per unit.

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$76.3M242 Suppliers94 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES67.1%India → SOUTH AFRICA4.8%

ImportsMALTA → India$43.6K GREECE → India$5.3K

#1 Supplier: INDOCO REMEDIES #1 Buyer: EVERSANA LIFE

Glimepiride HS Codes (2026) — 36 Classifications, $76.4M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Glimepiride HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Glimepiride under 36 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $76.4M across 3,195 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30043190 (Other medicaments containing insulin (retail)), accounting for 64.4% of all Glimepiride trade at $49.2M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 32.9% ($25.1M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.0% of total Glimepiride trade from India. The average transaction value is $23897. Key importing markets include United States, South Africa, Philippines. Leading exporters include INDOCO REMEDIES LIMITED and MICRO LABS LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Glimepiride HS Code Analysis — 36 classifications, $76.4M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Glimepiride HS code analysis — 36 classifications · $76.4M trade value · 3,195 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Glimepiride HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30043190	$49.2M	64.4%	310	$11.57	36	55
#2	30049099	$25.1M	32.9%

HS 30043190

Other medicaments containing insulin (retail) · 64.4% of Glimepiride trade

$49.2M

Trade Value

64.4%

Market Share

310

Transactions

$11.57

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 36Buyers: 95Countries: 55

Common Product Descriptions:

GLIMP 2MG (GLIMEPIRIDE TABLETS )

GLIMEPIRIDE TABLETS 4 MG, PACK OF 500 (E

METCLASS G 2 TAB ,PACK:3X10(GLIMEPIRIDE

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 32.9% of Glimepiride trade

$25.1M

Trade Value

32.9%

Market Share

2,527

Transactions

$334.66

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 262Buyers: 499Countries: 193

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI ACCORD GLIMEPIRIDE 2

DIAPRIDE 4 ( (Glimepiride Tablets 4mg) )

LUPIMET (GLIMEPIRIDE 2MG AND METFORMIN H

HS 30049082

Immunosuppressant preparations (retail) · 0.9% of Glimepiride trade

$721.8K

Trade Value

0.9%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.26

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 7Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

GEMER 2 TABLETSGLIMEPIRIDE AND EXTENDEDRELEASE MET...

GEMER 2 TABLETSGLIMEPIRIDE & EXTENDED RELEASE METF...

GEMER 1 TABLETS GLIMEPIRIDE AND EXTENDED RELEASE M...

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 0.4% of Glimepiride trade

$285.0K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.80

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 24Countries: 22

Common Product Descriptions:

GLIMEPIRIDE TABLETS USP (GLIMESTALIP-4)(

Glimepiride & Extended Release Metformin

DIAPRIDE 4 (GLIMEPIRIDE TABLETS 4MG)3X1

HS 30042020

Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.4% of Glimepiride trade

$283.9K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.28

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 13Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

AZULIX 2 TABLET (GLIMEPIRIDE 2MG)(NOS=3X

AZULIX 2 TABLETS (GLIMEPIRIDE 2MG) (NOS

AZULIX 2 TABLET (GLIMEPIRIDE 2MG) (NOS=3

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 0.2% of Glimepiride trade

$143.2K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.62

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 12Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

GEPRIDE M2 TABS PACK OF 10 X 10T 72 PACS FOC Glime...

GEPRIDE 2MG TABS PACK OF 10 X 10T 27PACS FOC Glime...

GEPRIDE M1 TABS PACK OF 10 X 10T 27 PACS FOC Glime...

HS 30043919

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 0.1% of Glimepiride trade

$113.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.33

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 8Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

GLIMEPIRIDE-TABLET-4MG-GLIMY-

GLIMEPIRIDE-TABLET-4MG-GLIMY

GLIMEPIRIDE TABLET 4MG GLIMY

HS 30043190

Medicaments containing insulin (retail) · 0.1% of Glimepiride trade

$102.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.02

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

GLIMEPIRIDE TAB 4MG 120BL ES VIA PACKS 1911

GLIMEPIRIDE TAB 4MG 30BL ES VIA PACKS 1919

GLIMEPIRIDE TAB 1MG 30BL FR VIA PACKS 32155

HS 30045033

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

$100.8K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$16.20

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 3Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS/ HARMLESS MEDICINESGLIMEPIRID...

PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS/ HARMLESS MEDICINES-Glimepiri...

PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS/ HARMLESS MEDICINESGLIMEPIRID...

#10

HS 30049079

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

$67.2K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GLIMEPIRIDE TABLETS USP 4 MG (AMIPRIDE 4)(114247X3...

#11

HS 30042099

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

$48.7K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.04

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 5Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

GLADOR 4MG (LUPIN, GLIMEPIRIDE) GLADOR

GLIMEPIRIDE TABLETS BP 4MG GLIMEPIRIDA TABLETAS 4M...

GLADOR 4MG (LUPIN, GLIMEPIRIDE)(GLADOR)NOS

#12

HS 30049069

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

$44.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.02

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 5Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

GLIMESAPH T2( Glimepiride Tablets USP 2

DIAPRIDE 4 - GLIMEPIRIDE 4 MG TABLETS

DIAPRIDE 2 - GLIMEPIRIDE 2 MG TABLETS

#13

HS 30042039

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

$36.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.83

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 6Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

TRIMEP-2 (GLIMEPIRIDE TABLET BP 2MG)

PHARMACEUTICALS DRUGS & MEDICINES TRIMEP2 (GLIMEPI...

PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS & MEDICINES TRIMEP-2 (GLIM...

#14

HS 30049063

Anti-inflammatory preparations (non-steroidal) (retail) · 0.0% of Glimepiride trade

$31.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$16.44

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS/ HARMLESS MEDICINES- Glimepir...

#15

HS 30041010

Ampicillin and its salts, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Glimepiride trade

$19.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.18

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

Glimepiride 1MG / OGLIM-1

Glimepiride 2MG/ oglim -2

Glimepiride 3MG / DEWPRIDE

#16

HS 30043990

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

$10.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.12

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 4Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

WALAPHAGE- G -1 TAB GLIMEPIRIDE + METFORMIN

GLIMEYUG 2 TAB GLIMEPIRIDE 2MG, BATCH: YT402001, M...

GLIMEYUG 2 B.NO: YT501015 MFG; 01/25 EXP: 12/27[Ta...

#17

HS 30044990

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

$5.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$361.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AMARYL-MEX (GLIMEPIRIDE HYDROCHLORIDE EXTENDED REL...

AMARYL-MEX (GLIMEPIRIDE AND METFORMIN HYDROCHLORID...

#18

HS 30049081

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

$3.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GLIMETOZ 2MG TAB / ATOZ / GLIMEPIRIDE /

#19

HS 30049062

Cough and cold preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Glimepiride trade

$3.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.35

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

BETIX TAB (GLIMEPIRIDE 2MG TABLETS) BATC

#20

HS 30049099

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

$2.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.61

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 10Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

GLIMEPIRIDE 3 MG TABLETS IP(TOTAL QTY 300 STRIPS)

GLIMEPIRIDE 3 MG TABLETS IP (TOTAL QTY1000 STRIPS)

FREE SAMPLE OF NCV-GLIMEPIRIDE 4MG TAB B1000 BATHC...

Where Glimepiride is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Glimepiride from India, by trade value

India exports Glimepiride to 10+ countries under 36 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($51.2M), followed by South Africa ($3.7M) and Philippines ($3.4M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Glimepiride pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$51.2M	67.1%
#2	South Africa	$3.7M	4.8%
#3	Philippines	$3.4M	4.5%
#4	Japan	$2.3M	3.0%
#5	Cyprus	$1.4M	1.8%
#6	Tanzania	$1.3M	1.7%
#7	France	$1.2M	1.5%
#8	Vietnam	$1.0M	1.3%
#9	Nigeria	$926.4K	1.2%
#10	Malta	$851.5K	1.1%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Glimepiride primarily under HS code 30043190 (Other medicaments containing insulin (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Glimepiride 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 Glimepiride HS Codes Work

Glimepiride falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 36 codes used for Glimepiride 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 Glimepiride is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Glimepiride trade (including the dominant code 30043190 at 64.4%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30043190 refers to "Other medicaments containing insulin (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Glimepiride Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Glimepiride 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 Glimepiride.

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). Glimepiride 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), Glimepiride 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 South Africa have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Glimepiride HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Glimepiride, classified under HS code 30043190, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential treatments across key importing countries.

United States: The U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) lists Glimepiride under subheading 3004.31.00, which encompasses medicaments containing insulin but not antibiotics. The MFN duty rate for this subheading is 0%. Additionally, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recognizes Glimepiride as an essential medicine, potentially qualifying it for expedited regulatory processes.

South Africa: According to the South African Revenue Service (SARS), pharmaceutical products under HS code 3004.31.00 are generally duty-free under the MFN tariff schedule. South Africa's participation in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Free Trade Area may offer further tariff reductions for imports from member countries, including India.

Philippines: The Philippine Tariff Commission indicates that medicaments classified under HS code 3004.31.00 are subject to an MFN tariff rate of 0%. The Philippines' inclusion in the ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement (AIFTA) may provide preferential tariff rates for pharmaceutical imports from India.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Glimepiride HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

The classification of Glimepiride under the Harmonized System (HS) can lead to disputes, particularly when determining whether it falls under HS heading 3003 (medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses) or 3004 (medicaments put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale).

Common errors arise when the product's presentation is not accurately assessed. For instance, bulk shipments intended for further processing may be incorrectly classified under HS 3004 instead of 3003. Such misclassifications can result in incorrect duty assessments, potential penalties, and delays in customs clearance. The World Customs Organization (WCO) emphasizes the importance of adhering to the General Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System to ensure accurate classification. Recent WCO guidance underscores the necessity for consistent application of classification decisions to facilitate international trade.

Our data indicates that Glimepiride has been associated with 36 different HS codes, with 64.4% of trade value classified under HS code 30043190. This variability highlights the need for meticulous classification practices to avoid misclassification risks.

TransData Nexus Research · WTO tariff schedules, WCO classification, pharmacopoeia standardsMar 2026

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Glimepiride HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Glimepiride is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP). These monographs provide comprehensive specifications to ensure the quality, purity, and efficacy of Glimepiride.

The USP monograph for Glimepiride Tablets includes specific dissolution tests to assess the drug's release profile. For example, the revision bulletin dated November 24, 2010, introduced additional dissolution tests to accommodate generic products approved by the FDA.

Purity and assay requirements are stringent across these pharmacopoeias, typically mandating a purity of not less than 99.0% and specifying limits for related substances to control impurities. Dissolution testing is crucial to ensure consistent bioavailability; the USP specifies that Glimepiride tablets should release not less than 75% of the labeled amount within 45 minutes.

Stability testing for Glimepiride is conducted in accordance with the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, which define different climatic zones to account for global variations. For instance, ICH Zone IV, which includes countries with hot and humid climates, requires stability studies at 30°C and 75% relative humidity to ensure the drug's efficacy over its shelf life.

Adherence to these pharmacopoeial standards and ICH guidelines is essential for manufacturers to ensure the safety, efficacy, and quality of Glimepiride products in the global market.

TransData Nexus Research · WTO tariff schedules, WCO classification, pharmacopoeia standardsMar 2026

Frequently Asked Questions — Glimepiride HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Glimepiride exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Glimepiride exports from India is 30043190 (Other medicaments containing insulin (retail)), which accounts for 64.4% of all Glimepiride trade valued at $49.2M. In total, India exports Glimepiride under 36 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Glimepiride trade?

Glimepiride is exported from India under 36 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $76.4M across 3,195 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.0% of total trade.

What is HS code 30043190?

HS code 30043190 refers to "Other medicaments containing insulin (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Glimepiride, this code covers $49.2M in trade value with 310 transactions, 36 suppliers, and 95 buyers across 55 countries. The average unit price under this code is $11.57.

What is the difference between HS 30043190 and 30049099 for Glimepiride?

HS 30043190 (Other medicaments containing insulin (retail)) accounts for 64.4% of Glimepiride trade ($49.2M) with an average unit price of $11.57, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 32.9% ($25.1M) at $334.66 per unit. HS 30043190 involves 36 suppliers and 95 buyers, compared to 262 suppliers and 499 buyers for HS 30049099.

Official References & Regulatory Resources

HS code classifications follow the WCO Harmonized System. Verify tariff rates with your national customs authority.

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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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