Hydrocortisone HS Code Trade Classification — 65 Codes, $66.9M Trade

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

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $30.5M worth of Hydrocortisone, representing 45.5% of total Hydrocortisone trade. This involves 3,361 shipments from 560 Indian exporters to 1213 buyers in 324 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Hydrocortisone from India?

The top importing countries for Hydrocortisone from India are United States, Tanzania, Australia. The leading importer United States accounts for $15.1M in trade value. In total, Hydrocortisone is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 65 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Hydrocortisone exporters from India?

The leading Hydrocortisone exporters from India include STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED ($7.6M), LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD ($5.1M), CIPLA LIMITED ($2.5M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $66.9M.

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

HS code 30043990 has the highest average unit price at $1275.10 per unit for Hydrocortisone exports. This compares to the overall market average of $9611.31 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049099 averages $588.63 per unit.

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$65.7M597 Suppliers156 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES23.0%India → TANZANIA9.7%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$1.0M FRANCE → India$246.6K

#1 Supplier: STRIDES PHARMA #1 Buyer: STRIDES PHARMA

Hydrocortisone HS Codes (2026) — 65 Classifications, $66.9M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Hydrocortisone HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Hydrocortisone under 65 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $66.9M across 6,965 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 45.5% of all Hydrocortisone trade at $30.5M. HS 30043200 (Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail)) follows at 43.2% ($28.9M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 93.6% of total Hydrocortisone trade from India. The average transaction value is $9611. Key importing markets include United States, Tanzania, Australia. Leading exporters include STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED and LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

Hydrocortisone HS Code Analysis — 65 classifications, $66.9M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Hydrocortisone HS code analysis — 65 classifications · $66.9M trade value · 6,965 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Hydrocortisone 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	$30.5M	45.5%	3,361	$588.63	560	324
#2	30043200	$28.9M	43.2%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 45.5% of Hydrocortisone trade

$30.5M

Trade Value

45.5%

Market Share

3,361

Transactions

$588.63

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 560Buyers: 1213Countries: 324

Common Product Descriptions:

HYDROCORT-100MG INJ HYDROCORTISONE SODIU

HYDROCORT 100MG INJ(HYDROCORTISONE ),TAX

TROYCORT 100MG HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUC

HS 30043200

Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail) · 43.2% of Hydrocortisone trade

$28.9M

Trade Value

43.2%

Market Share

2,618

Transactions

$7.09

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 292Buyers: 649Countries: 274

Common Product Descriptions:

UMICORT-100 (HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCI

HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE INJECTIO

HISONE 20MG (HYDROCORTISONE) SIZE-10 TAB

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 2.2% of Hydrocortisone trade

$1.4M

Trade Value

2.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$9.07

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 14Buyers: 17Countries: 16

Common Product Descriptions:

Hydrocortisone 100mg / Hycorlin

CLOTRIMOZOLE 10MG/G,HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE 11.2MG/...

PRICELINE PHARMACY CLOTRIMAZOLE & HYDROCORTISONE 1...

HS 30049022

Analgesics, antipyretics — paracetamol/acetaminophen (retail) · 1.5% of Hydrocortisone trade

$989.3K

Trade Value

1.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.60

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

METRONIDAZOLE 200MG/HYDROCORTISONE 1

METRONIDAZOLE 200MG / HYDROCORTISONE 1

HL MEDICINES NEUTRACEUTICAL PRODUCTS FOR EXPORT Hy...

HS 30049011

Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda · 1.3% of Hydrocortisone trade

$849.2K

Trade Value

1.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$135.76

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 6Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

MPR-30506- MedPride Hydrocortisone Cream

MPR-30503- MedPride Hydrocortisone Cream

MPR-30506- MedPride Hydrocortisone Cream

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 1.0% of Hydrocortisone trade

$647.1K

Trade Value

1.0%

Market Share

106

Transactions

$9.97

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 32Buyers: 53Countries: 42

Common Product Descriptions:

CORTICAN [HYDROCORTISONE] INJ. 100 MG +

Hydrocortisone Tablets USP 20MG

CUTISOFT 1% CREAM (HYDROCORTISONE CREAM)

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.9% of Hydrocortisone trade

$570.7K

Trade Value

0.9%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 33Buyers: 45Countries: 39

Common Product Descriptions:

Gimor Xtra, 30 gm (Hydrocortisone acetat

HYDROCORTISONE (1% W/W) + FUSIDIC ACID (

FUCIDIN H CREAM 15GM- HYDROCORTISONE (1

HS 30043990

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 0.8% of Hydrocortisone trade

$532.0K

Trade Value

0.8%

Market Share

Transactions

$1275.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 27Buyers: 38Countries: 33

Common Product Descriptions:

HEKORTIN 100mg X1Vial ( Hydrocortisone I

CUTISOFT CREAM 15GM 15 GM HYDROCORTISONE

HYDROCORTISONE-CUTISOFT CREAM

HS 30042094

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.7% of Hydrocortisone trade

$441.8K

Trade Value

0.7%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS AND MEDICINES FOR HUMAN MEDIC...

PHARMACEUTICAL DRUGS & MEDICINES- Hydrocortisone S...

#10

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.5% of Hydrocortisone trade

$319.2K

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

194

Transactions

$1.12

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 12Buyers: 26Countries: 17

Common Product Descriptions:

CUTISOFT CREAM 1% (HYDROCORTISONE ACETAT

HYDROCORTISONE CREAM0.5 oz PACKED IN TUB

CUTISOFT CREAM-HYDROCORTISONE ACETATE CR

#11

HS 30043919

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 0.5% of Hydrocortisone trade

$309.3K

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.40

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 7Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

1-75 LABOCORT INJECTION (Hydrocortisone

1 400 LABOHYDRO INJECTION 100mg Hydrocortisone Sod...

904 1230 LABOHYDRO INJECTION 100mg Hydrocortisone ...

#12

HS 30042019

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.4% of Hydrocortisone trade

$242.6K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$988.64

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 12Countries: 10

Common Product Descriptions:

Hydrocortisone Dispersible Tablets 5 mg,

Hydrocortisone Dispersible Tablets 10 mg

Hydrocortisone Dispersible Tablets 20 mg

#13

HS 30049056

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.3% of Hydrocortisone trade

$232.1K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$57.44

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 4Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

HYDROCORTISONE INJECTION 100 MG EACH VIAL CONT.HYD...

HYDROCORTISONE INJECTION 100 MG ( EACHVIAL CONT.HY...

HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE FOR INJECTION BP 1...

#14

HS 30049059

Other cardiovascular preparations (retail) · 0.3% of Hydrocortisone trade

$196.2K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$57.32

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 8Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINATE FOR INJE

HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCC.INJ. BP 100MG

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS HYDROCORTISONE I

#15

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 0.2% of Hydrocortisone trade

$159.4K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.76

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 13Buyers: 16Countries: 14

Common Product Descriptions:

HYDROCORTISONE SOD SUCC 100MG

HYDROCORT-100MG INJ HYDROCORTISONE SODIU

DUCIDIN H CREAM DUSIDIC ACID 2 HYDROCORTISONE 1

#16

HS 30049039

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

$103.2K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.33

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 4Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

199PKGS Hydrocortisone sodium succinatefor injecti...

LYCORTIN-S 100 MG INJECTION INJ HYDROCORTISONE SOD...

PILOCORT-H 100MG (HYDROCORTISONE SODIUMSUCCINATE F...

#17

HS 30043200

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

$66.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.95

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 8Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINES FINISHED FORMULA...

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS...

HYDROCORTISONE TABLETS USP 20 MG - HISONE 20 EACH...

#18

HS 30049099

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

$62.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 18Buyers: 23Countries: 18

Common Product Descriptions:

HYDROWEH INJECTION (HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINAT...

PHARMACEUTICALS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE-EFCORLIN IN...

HYDROCORTISONE TABLETS, USP5 MG NDC 0115-1696-06 F...

#19

HS 30044990

Other medicaments containing alkaloids or derivatives (retail) · 0.1% of Hydrocortisone trade

$60.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$630.52

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

Hydrokortison Strides tabletter Hydrocortisone Tab...

ALKINDI HYDROCORTISONE 5MG GRANULES CAPS 50'S BOTT...

#20

HS 30042013

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

$52.7K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.13

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

FRESHBORN HYDROCORTISONE SODIUM SUCCINAT

Where Hydrocortisone is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Hydrocortisone from India, by trade value

India exports Hydrocortisone to 10+ countries under 65 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($15.1M), followed by Tanzania ($6.4M) and Australia ($2.9M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Hydrocortisone pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$15.1M	22.5%
#2	Tanzania	$6.4M	9.6%
#3	Australia	$2.9M	4.3%
#4	Kenya	$2.6M	3.9%
#5	South Africa	$2.4M	3.6%
#6	Philippines	$2.2M	3.3%
#7	United Arab Emirates	$2.0M	3.0%
#8	Turkey	$1.6M	2.4%
#9	Iraq	$1.5M	2.3%
#10	United Kingdom	$1.5M	2.2%

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

Hydrocortisone falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 65 codes used for Hydrocortisone 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 Hydrocortisone is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Hydrocortisone trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 45.5%). 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 — Hydrocortisone Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Hydrocortisone 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 Hydrocortisone.

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

Related Corticosteroids — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Corticosteroids therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Hydrocortisone

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Hydrocortisone, classified under HS code 30049099, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) across key importing countries.

United States: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%, as the U.S. generally exempts pharmaceutical products from import duties.

Australia: Under the Australia-India Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA), certain pharmaceutical products may benefit from reduced tariffs. However, specific preferential rates for HS 30049099 should be verified with the Australian Border Force.

South Africa: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%, aligning with South Africa's commitment to facilitate access to essential medicines.

United Arab Emirates: The UAE imposes a standard MFN tariff rate of 5% on pharmaceutical products under HS 30049099. No specific FTA with India provides preferential rates for this category.

Turkey: Turkey's MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%, reflecting its policy to exempt essential medicines from import duties.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Hydrocortisone HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Hydrocortisone's classification under HS codes 3003 or 3004 depends on its presentation:

HS 3003: Applies to medicaments not put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale.

HS 3004: Pertains to medicaments in measured doses or forms/packings for retail sale.

Common misclassification errors include:

Classifying bulk hydrocortisone intended for further processing under HS 3004 instead of HS 3003.

Misidentifying retail-packaged hydrocortisone as bulk, leading to incorrect HS code assignment.

Such misclassifications can result in customs penalties, including fines and shipment delays. The World Customs Organization emphasizes the importance of accurate classification to ensure compliance and facilitate international trade.

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

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Hydrocortisone HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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

Purity/Assay Requirements: Hydrocortisone must meet stringent purity criteria, typically requiring an assay of 97.0% to 103.0% of the labeled amount.

Dissolution Testing: For oral dosage forms, dissolution tests ensure consistent drug release, with specific parameters outlined in each pharmacopoeia.

Stability Testing: Guided by the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, stability testing assesses hydrocortisone's shelf-life under various climatic conditions, categorized into different zones to represent global climates.

Adherence to these standards is crucial for ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of hydrocortisone products in international trade.

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Hydrocortisone HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Hydrocortisone exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Hydrocortisone exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 45.5% of all Hydrocortisone trade valued at $30.5M. In total, India exports Hydrocortisone under 65 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Hydrocortisone trade?

Hydrocortisone is exported from India under 65 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $66.9M across 6,965 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 93.6% 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 Hydrocortisone, this code covers $30.5M in trade value with 3,361 transactions, 560 suppliers, and 1213 buyers across 324 countries. The average unit price under this code is $588.63.

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30043200 for Hydrocortisone?

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 45.5% of Hydrocortisone trade ($30.5M) with an average unit price of $588.63, while HS 30043200 (Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail)) covers 43.2% ($28.9M) at $7.09 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 560 suppliers and 1213 buyers, compared to 292 suppliers and 649 buyers for HS 30043200.

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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Frequently Asked Questions — Hydrocortisone HS Codes

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How many HS codes are used for Hydrocortisone trade?

What is HS code 30049099?

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30043200 for Hydrocortisone?

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Which Hydrocortisone HS code has the highest unit price?

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