Glucosamine HS Code Trade Classification — 22 Codes, $13.3M Trade

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

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $10.5M worth of Glucosamine, representing 78.7% of total Glucosamine trade. This involves 531 shipments from 123 Indian exporters to 183 buyers in 100 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Glucosamine from India?

The top importing countries for Glucosamine from India are Nigeria, Russia, Singapore. The leading importer Nigeria accounts for $2.3M in trade value. In total, Glucosamine is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 22 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Glucosamine exporters from India?

The leading Glucosamine exporters from India include PANACEA BIOTEC PHARMA LIMITED ($1.6M), AEON FORMULATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED ($1.1M), MEDINOMICS HEALTH CARE PRIVATE LIMITED ($1.1M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $13.3M.

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

HS code 30049029 has the highest average unit price at $593.78 per unit for Glucosamine exports. This compares to the overall market average of $19885.82 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049099 averages $7.19 per unit.

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$13.3M118 Suppliers65 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → NIGERIA17.0%India → RUSSIA16.3%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$28.2K ITALY → India$1.1K

#1 Supplier: PANACEA BIOTEC #1 Buyer: FIDSON HEALTHCARE

Glucosamine HS Codes (2026) — 22 Classifications, $13.3M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Glucosamine HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Glucosamine under 22 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $13.3M across 668 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 78.7% of all Glucosamine trade at $10.5M. HS 30049069 (Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)) follows at 14.2% ($1.9M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 98.2% of total Glucosamine trade from India. The average transaction value is $19886. Key importing markets include Nigeria, Russia, Singapore. Leading exporters include PANACEA BIOTEC PHARMA LIMITED and AEON FORMULATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Glucosamine HS Code Analysis — 22 classifications, $13.3M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Glucosamine HS code analysis — 22 classifications · $13.3M trade value · 668 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Glucosamine 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	$10.5M	78.7%	531	$7.19	123	100
#2	30049069	$1.9M	14.2%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 78.7% of Glucosamine trade

$10.5M

Trade Value

78.7%

Market Share

531

Transactions

$7.19

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 123Buyers: 183Countries: 100

Common Product Descriptions:

CARTIPLUS FORTE/ GLUCOSAMINE +CHONDROITI

CAPLET JOINTFLEX PLUS (GLUCOSAMINE CHOND

GLUTRIX DUO (GLUCOSAMINE SULFATE AND CHO

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 14.2% of Glucosamine trade

$1.9M

Trade Value

14.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.39

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 12Buyers: 19Countries: 20

Common Product Descriptions:

KONDRO NOVA CAPSULES (GLUCOSAMINE SULPHA

ARTHRICARE SR (GLUCOSAMINE SULPHATE 375

ORCERIN GM (GLUCOSAMINE SULFATE POTASSIU

HS 30039090

Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale) · 3.4% of Glucosamine trade

$449.3K

Trade Value

3.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$16.82

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 4Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

GLUCOZONE TAB (GLUCOSAMINE, METHYLSULFON

GLUCOSAMINE 1178MG TABLETS RAW MATERIALS

HS 30049099

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 1.0% of Glucosamine trade

$129.7K

Trade Value

1.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.44

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

CARTILAMINE PLUS GLUCOSAMINE AND CHONDROITIN SULFA...

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS-BONECARE PLUS EACH FILM CO...

HS 30045039

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.9% of Glucosamine trade

$114.5K

Trade Value

0.9%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.15

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 8Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

LUBRIJOINT PLUS TABLETS 60S GLUCOSAMINE AND METHYL...

GLUCOSAMINE, CHONDROITIN WITH FISH OIL OMEGA3 CAPS...

GLUCOSAMINE+VITAMIN E+MAGNESIUM (HIJOINTEXTRA 10'S...

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.8% of Glucosamine trade

$109.4K

Trade Value

0.8%

Market Share

Transactions

$20.83

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 8Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

INDIAN HARMLESS MEDICINES FINISHED GOODGLUCOJOHN 5...

GLUCOSAMINE, CHONDROITIN, HYALURONIC ACI

HARMLESS MEDICINE-ULTRA GLUCOSAMINE & CH

HS 30042039

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.5% of Glucosamine trade

$70.4K

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.62

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

DOLOARTRISAR GLUCOSAMINE 500MG+CHONDROT

HS 30049087

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.2% of Glucosamine trade

$31.5K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 4Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

BRAND NAME :OBTHOKIT HM COLLAGEN GLUCOSAMINE VITAM...

BRAND NAME " ORTHOKIT-HM " Collagen, Glucosamine, ...

BRAND NAME: ORTHOKIT COLLAGEN GLUCOSAMINE CHONDROI...

HS 30045039

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

$16.2K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.20

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

WALKEASY EACH FILM COATED TABLET CONTAINS:(FOOD SU...

#10

HS 30049011

Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda · 0.0% of Glucosamine trade

$5.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

CARTI FIT GEL 12 AROMATIC OILS WITH GLUCOSAMINE

JOINTACE + GEL, Unique combination of glucosamine

PHARMACEUTICAL AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCT:JOINTACE+ GE...

#11

HS 30045035

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

$5.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.80

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

NERMO CAPSULES RUS ENG 10 S EACH HARD GELATIN CAPS...

#12

HS 30041090

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

$1.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.82

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

KNEEFAST TABLETS ( GLUCOSAMINE, MSM, BOS

JOINT HEAL TABLETS ( MSM + GLUCOSAMINE &

INDIAN HARMLESS MEDICINE- HNIKAMS JOINTHEAL TABLET...

#13

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Glucosamine trade

$1.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$593.78

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

3006186 EQUINYL GLUCOSAMINE WITH HYALURONIC ACIDJO...

#14

HS 30049085

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

$965

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

Veterinary Medicinal Preparation Not For Human Use...

VETERINARY MEDICINAL PREPARATION NOT FOR HUMAN USE...

#15

HS 30021290

Other antisera and blood fractions · 0.0% of Glucosamine trade

$386

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$385.89

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ANTI-O-LINKED N- ACETYLGLUCOSAMINE ANTIBODY [RL2] ...

#16

HS 30029010

Other blood products, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms · 0.0% of Glucosamine trade

$381

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$381.46

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

AB2739:ANTI-O-LINKED N ACETYLGLUCOSAMINE ANTIBODY ...

#17

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Glucosamine trade

$127

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.08

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

F O C-ARTHRYL FAST (AMPOULES) (GLUCOSAMINE SULFATE...

#18

HS 30042099

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

$105

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.90

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

JOINTACE PLUS GEL 50 GM (GLUCOSAMINE+CHONDROTIN+FE...

#19

HS 30049031

Anthelmintics and preparations thereof (retail) · 0.0% of Glucosamine trade

$72

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.77

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL ...

#20

HS 30049039

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

$37

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.83

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GLUCOSAMINE VITAMINS PETJOINT TAB 12 S

Where Glucosamine is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Glucosamine from India, by trade value

India exports Glucosamine to 10+ countries under 22 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Nigeria ($2.3M), followed by Russia ($2.2M) and Singapore ($1.4M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Glucosamine pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Nigeria	$2.3M	16.9%
#2	Russia	$2.2M	16.3%
#3	Singapore	$1.4M	10.3%
#4	France	$1.3M	9.8%
#5	United Arab Emirates	$1.2M	8.8%
#6	Sri Lanka	$870.4K	6.6%
#7	Ukraine	$578.5K	4.4%
#8	Portugal	$449.2K	3.4%
#9	Maldives	$444.4K	3.3%
#10	Dominican Republic	$434.7K	3.3%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Glucosamine 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 Glucosamine 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 Glucosamine HS Codes Work

Glucosamine falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 22 codes used for Glucosamine 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 Glucosamine is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Glucosamine trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 78.7%). 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 — Glucosamine Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Glucosamine 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 Glucosamine.

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). Glucosamine 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), Glucosamine 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 Nigeria and Russia 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 Glucosamine

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

The primary HS code utilized for Glucosamine exports is 30049099, accounting for 78.7% of trade, with significant shipments to Nigeria, Russia, Singapore, France, the United Arab Emirates, Sri Lanka, Ukraine, and Portugal. Understanding the Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and any preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with India is crucial for optimizing trade strategies.

Nigeria: As a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Nigeria applies MFN tariff rates to imports. Specific tariff rates for HS code 30049099 should be verified with the Nigerian Customs Service.

Russia: Russia, also a WTO member, imposes MFN tariffs on imports. Importers should consult the Federal Customs Service of Russia for the exact tariff rates applicable to HS code 30049099.

Singapore: Singapore maintains a free trade policy with zero tariffs on most imported goods, including pharmaceuticals under HS code 30049099. The Singapore Customs authority provides detailed information on import regulations.

France: As part of the European Union (EU), France applies the EU's Common External Tariff. For HS code 30049099, the EU's MFN tariff rate is typically 0%, but importers should confirm with French Customs for any updates.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Glucosamine HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Glucosamine products are primarily classified under HS code 30049099, which pertains to "Other 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." However, classification disputes may arise between HS codes 3003 and 3004.

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."

HS Code 3004: This code includes "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."

The key distinction lies in the packaging and dosing:

HS 3003: Applies to bulk medicaments not packaged for retail sale.

HS 3004: Applies to medicaments packaged for retail sale in measured doses.

Common misclassification errors occur when products intended for retail sale are incorrectly classified under HS 3003 instead of HS 3004. 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 such penalties.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Glucosamine HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Glucosamine is recognized in several pharmacopoeias, each specifying quality standards to ensure product efficacy and safety:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): Glucosamine Hydrochloride is included in the USP with specific monograph standards.

European Pharmacopoeia (EP): The EP includes a monograph for Glucosamine Hydrochloride, detailing purity and assay requirements.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP): The BP provides standards for Glucosamine Hydrochloride, aligning with EP specifications.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP includes a monograph for Glucosamine Hydrochloride, specifying quality parameters.

These monographs typically outline:

Purity/Assay Requirements: Specifications for the minimum content of the active ingredient, ensuring consistent potency.

Dissolution Testing: Protocols to assess the rate and extent of Glucosamine release from the dosage form, ensuring bioavailability.

Frequently Asked Questions — Glucosamine HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Glucosamine exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Glucosamine exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 78.7% of all Glucosamine trade valued at $10.5M. In total, India exports Glucosamine under 22 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Glucosamine trade?

Glucosamine is exported from India under 22 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $13.3M across 668 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 98.2% 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 Glucosamine, this code covers $10.5M in trade value with 531 transactions, 123 suppliers, and 183 buyers across 100 countries. The average unit price under this code is $7.19.

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30049069 for Glucosamine?

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 78.7% of Glucosamine trade ($10.5M) with an average unit price of $7.19, while HS 30049069 (Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)) covers 14.2% ($1.9M) at $2.39 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 123 suppliers and 183 buyers, compared to 12 suppliers and 19 buyers for HS 30049069.

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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