Griseofulvin HS Code Trade Classification — 25 Codes, $36.1M Trade

Q: How much Griseofulvin is exported under HS code 30049029?

Under HS code 30049029, India exports $29.2M worth of Griseofulvin, representing 81.0% of total Griseofulvin trade. This involves 316 shipments from 64 Indian exporters to 124 buyers in 103 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Griseofulvin from India?

The top importing countries for Griseofulvin from India are Tanzania, United States, Sri Lanka. The leading importer Tanzania accounts for $23.7M in trade value. In total, Griseofulvin is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 25 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Griseofulvin exporters from India?

The leading Griseofulvin exporters from India include LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD ($22.0M), LEBEN LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED ($1.1M), CIPLA LIMITED ($1.1M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $36.1M.

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

HS code 30041090 has the highest average unit price at $65.06 per unit for Griseofulvin exports. This compares to the overall market average of $33204.72 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049029 averages $18.42 per unit.

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$36.1M188 Suppliers97 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → TANZANIA65.6%India → UNITED STATES7.3%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$2.6K SOUTH AFRICA → India$8

Griseofulvin HS Codes (2026) — 25 Classifications, $36.1M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Griseofulvin HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Griseofulvin under 25 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $36.1M across 1,087 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049029 (Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale), accounting for 81.0% of all Griseofulvin trade at $29.2M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 14.1% ($5.1M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.6% of total Griseofulvin trade from India. The average transaction value is $33205. Key importing markets include Tanzania, United States, Sri Lanka. Leading exporters include LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD and LEBEN LABORATORIES PRIVATE LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

Griseofulvin HS Code Analysis — 25 classifications, $36.1M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Griseofulvin HS code analysis — 25 classifications · $36.1M trade value · 1,087 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Griseofulvin HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049029	$29.2M	81.0%	316	$18.42	64	103
#2	30049099	$5.1M	14.1%

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 81.0% of Griseofulvin trade

$29.2M

Trade Value

81.0%

Market Share

316

Transactions

$18.42

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 64Buyers: 124Countries: 103

Common Product Descriptions:

GRISEOFULVIN SUSPENSION (125MG/5ML); NDC

NEOFULVIN 50 (GRISEOFULVIN TABLETS BP 50

NEOFULVIN 500 (GRISEOFULVIN TABLETS BP 5

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 14.1% of Griseofulvin trade

$5.1M

Trade Value

14.1%

Market Share

664

Transactions

$30.92

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 169Buyers: 237Countries: 155

Common Product Descriptions:

GRISEOFULVIN TABLETS B.P. 500 MG EACH UN

GRISOJET 500 (GRISEOFULVIN) (10 TABS)

GLODERM 125 TABLETS 10X10T GRISEOFULVIN

HS 30049087

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 2.8% of Griseofulvin trade

$1.0M

Trade Value

2.8%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.53

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

GRISEOFULVIN TABS USP 500MG 100;S (NT QT

GRISEOFULVIN TABS USP 500MG 100'S (QTY 1

GRISEOFULVIN TAB USP 500MG,100'S (QTY

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 1.6% of Griseofulvin trade

$571.7K

Trade Value

1.6%

Market Share

Transactions

$65.06

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 12Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

ZORBAX SUSP 125MG/5ML - GRISEOFULVIN SYR

Griseofulvin Tablets IP 250mg

GRISEOFULVIN SUSP 120ML (ZORBAX SUSP 120

HS 30049099

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

$46.6K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$12.70

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 6Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

GEROSOFILL-125 TABLETS (GRISEOFULVIN TABLETS BP 12...

GRESON TABLETS (GRISEOFULVIN TABLETS B.P. 125MG)PC...

GRISEOFULVIN TABLETS IP - GRISEOFULVIN 250 EACH UN...

HS 30043200

Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail) · 0.1% of Griseofulvin trade

$41.6K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.19

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GRISEOFULVINA CREME 25GM (Lemi Tube)

GRISEOFULVINA CREME U.S.P. 1%.

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.1% of Griseofulvin trade

$23.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.06

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

UMIFULVIN (GRISEOFULVIN TABLETS BP 500MG) (EACH TA...

UMIFULVIN (GRISEOFULVIN TABLETS BP500MG) (EACH TAB...

HS 30042099

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

$22.8K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

GRISEOFULVIN TABLETS B.P. 500 MG EACH UN

GRISFUL 500 TABLET (Griseofulvina Comprimidos Bp 5...

HS 30049021

Analgesics, antipyretics — aspirin preparations (retail) · 0.1% of Griseofulvin trade

$21.8K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$22.92

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 8Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

GRISEOFULVIN 250MG TABS (10'S)

GRISEOFULVIN 125MG TABLET [580 NOS X 10

GRESIO 125 MG TAB GRISEOFULVIN 125 MG PACK50 X 10 ...

#10

HS 30049069

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

$10.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.87

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

843-944 GRISOLAB SYRUP 60ML(GRISEOFULVIN125MG/5ML)...

GRISEOFULVIN 125MG SUSPENSION ZORBAX SUSP 125MG/5M...

GRISEOFULVIN 500MG TABLET ZORBAX 500MG TABLET

#11

HS 30042033

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

$8.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.19

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GRISEOFULVINA CREME U.S.P. 1%.

#12

HS 30049011

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

$8.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

RINGOFF-500 TABLETS GRISEOFULVIN TABLET

#13

HS 30049039

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

$6.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.57

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

GRAVI FP 250 TAB Griseofulvin 250mg TabGRAVI FP 25...

GRAVI-FP 250MG TAB GRISEOFULVIN 250MG TAB

GRAVI-FP 250MG TAB Griseofulvin 250mg Tab

#14

HS 30049029

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

$2.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$17.79

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

TAB GRISEOFULVIN 500MG ( DEEMAZOLE 500MG) (120PACK...

#15

HS 30049032

Anti-amoebic and anti-protozoal medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Griseofulvin trade

$2.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.46

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

GRISOVEL FP GENERIC NAME GRISEOFULVIN 25

Griseofulvin 250mg GRIESOVEL-FP-250MG

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS...

#16

HS 30041010

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

$1.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.71

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINES - GRISO 500MG TAB (GRISEOFULVIN...

#17

HS 30042019

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

$570

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.38

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GRISEOFULVIN TABLETS (30 STRIPS X 10 TABLETS X 50 ...

#18

HS 30041030

Penicillin V and its salts, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Griseofulvin trade

$466

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$10.46

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

GRISEOFULVIN IP 500 MG PACK OF 100 TABS

MEDGRISO-500 GRISEOFULVIN TABLETS BP 500MG (FGETM0...

GRISEOFULVIN IP 500 MG (PACK OF 100 TABS)

#19

HS 30049091

Rehydration salts/oral electrolyte preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Griseofulvin trade

$277

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.39

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GRISOROX 500 TAB Griseofulvin 500mg Tab

#20

HS 30049049

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

$268

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.02

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

ZORBAX GRISEOFULVIN 125MG 5ML

ZORBAX SUSP 125MG/5ML - GRISEOFULVIN 12

ZORBAX 500MG TABLET - GRISEOFULVIN 500MG

Where Griseofulvin is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Griseofulvin from India, by trade value

India exports Griseofulvin to 10+ countries under 25 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Tanzania ($23.7M), followed by United States ($2.6M) and Sri Lanka ($922.4K). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Griseofulvin pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Tanzania	$23.7M	65.6%
#2	United States	$2.6M	7.3%
#3	Sri Lanka	$922.4K	2.6%
#4	Congo Dr	$804.7K	2.2%
#5	Uganda	$775.0K	2.1%
#6	Cameroon	$428.7K	1.2%
#7	Angola	$409.3K	1.1%
#8	Somalia	$403.7K	1.1%
#9	Papua New Guinea	$401.6K	1.1%
#10	Iraq	$391.6K	1.1%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Griseofulvin primarily under HS code 30049029 (Other analgesics and antipyretics, 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 Griseofulvin 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 Griseofulvin HS Codes Work

Griseofulvin falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 25 codes used for Griseofulvin 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 Griseofulvin is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Griseofulvin trade (including the dominant code 30049029 at 81.0%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049029 refers to "Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale".

Regulatory & Compliance — Griseofulvin Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Griseofulvin 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 Griseofulvin.

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). Griseofulvin 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), Griseofulvin 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 Tanzania and United States have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Advanced Antifungals — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Griseofulvin, classified under HS code 30049029, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential treatments across key importing countries.

Tanzania: As a member of the East African Community (EAC), Tanzania applies the EAC Common External Tariff (CET). Medicaments under HS code 30049029 are typically subject to an MFN tariff rate of 0%, reflecting the EAC's policy to exempt essential medicines from import duties.

United States: The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) indicates that medicaments classified under HS code 30049029 are generally duty-free under the MFN tariff schedule, aligning with the U.S. commitment to facilitate access to essential pharmaceuticals.

Sri Lanka: According to Sri Lanka Customs, medicaments under HS code 30049029 are subject to an MFN tariff rate of 0%, as the country exempts essential medicines from import duties to promote public health.

Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC): The DRC applies the Common External Tariff of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS). Medicaments under HS code 30049029 are typically exempt from import duties, reflecting the region's policy to facilitate access to essential medicines.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

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1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Griseofulvin's classification under the Harmonized System (HS) can lead to disputes, particularly between headings 3003 and 3004. According to the World Customs Organization (WCO), the distinction hinges on the product's form and packaging:

HS 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 3004: Medicaments put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale.

Griseofulvin in bulk powder form, intended for further processing, should be classified under HS 3003. Conversely, griseofulvin tablets or capsules, packaged for retail sale, fall under HS 3004.

Common misclassification errors include:

Classifying bulk griseofulvin under HS 3004 due to its medicinal nature, despite not being in retail packaging.

Assigning HS 3003 to griseofulvin tablets intended for retail, overlooking their measured doses and packaging.

Such misclassifications can result in customs penalties, including fines and delays. Recent WCO rulings emphasize the necessity of accurate classification to ensure compliance and facilitate international trade.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Griseofulvin is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP). These monographs establish stringent quality standards to ensure the safety and efficacy of griseofulvin products.

Purity and Assay Requirements: The USP specifies that griseofulvin tablets must contain not less than 90.0% and not more than 115.0% of the labeled amount of griseofulvin (C₁₇H₁₇ClO₆). Similar assay limits are outlined in the BP, EP, and IP, ensuring consistent potency across different markets.

Dissolution Testing: The USP mandates dissolution testing to confirm the release profile of griseofulvin tablets. For instance, the dissolution medium may consist of water containing sodium lauryl sulfate, with specific apparatus settings and timeframes to ensure compliance with established dissolution criteria.

Stability Testing: Stability studies for griseofulvin products are conducted in accordance with the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, which define climatic zones based on temperature and humidity conditions. For example, ICH Zone IV, which includes countries with hot and humid climates, requires stability testing at 30°C and 75% relative humidity to ensure product integrity throughout its shelf life.

Frequently Asked Questions — Griseofulvin HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Griseofulvin exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Griseofulvin exports from India is 30049029 (Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale), which accounts for 81.0% of all Griseofulvin trade valued at $29.2M. In total, India exports Griseofulvin under 25 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Griseofulvin trade?

Griseofulvin is exported from India under 25 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $36.1M across 1,087 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.6% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049029?

HS code 30049029 refers to "Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Griseofulvin, this code covers $29.2M in trade value with 316 transactions, 64 suppliers, and 124 buyers across 103 countries. The average unit price under this code is $18.42.

What is the difference between HS 30049029 and 30049099 for Griseofulvin?

HS 30049029 (Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale) accounts for 81.0% of Griseofulvin trade ($29.2M) with an average unit price of $18.42, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 14.1% ($5.1M) at $30.92 per unit. HS 30049029 involves 64 suppliers and 124 buyers, compared to 169 suppliers and 237 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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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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