Indomethacin HS Code Trade Classification — 19 Codes, $9.7M Trade

Q: Which countries import the most Indomethacin from India?

The top importing countries for Indomethacin from India are United States, Canada, Uganda. The leading importer United States accounts for $6.4M in trade value. In total, Indomethacin is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 19 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Indomethacin exporters from India?

The leading Indomethacin exporters from India include HETERO LABS LIMITED ($1.8M), GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED ($1.2M), HETERO LABS LIMITED ($1.2M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $9.7M.

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

HS code 30043990 has the highest average unit price at $7156.01 per unit for Indomethacin exports. This compares to the overall market average of $7447.85 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049099 averages $83.03 per unit.

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$9.4M139 Suppliers70 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES68.0%India → CANADA4.3%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$205.8K CANADA → India$68.6K

#1 Supplier: HETERO LABS #1 Buyer: GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS

Indomethacin HS Codes (2026) — 19 Classifications, $9.7M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Indomethacin HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Indomethacin under 19 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $9.7M across 1,296 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 47.1% of all Indomethacin trade at $4.5M. HS 30049065 (Anti-rheumatic preparations, put up for retail sale) follows at 46.7% ($4.5M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 98.7% of total Indomethacin trade from India. The average transaction value is $7448. Key importing markets include United States, Canada, Uganda. Leading exporters include HETERO LABS LIMITED and GLENMARK PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Indomethacin HS Code Analysis — 19 classifications, $9.7M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Indomethacin HS code analysis — 19 classifications · $9.7M trade value · 1,296 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Indomethacin 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	$4.5M	47.1%	565	$83.03	93	72
#2	30049065	$4.5M	46.7%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 47.1% of Indomethacin trade

$4.5M

Trade Value

47.1%

Market Share

565

Transactions

$83.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 93Buyers: 148Countries: 72

Common Product Descriptions:

DONICA CAP - INDOMETHACIN BATCH NO. C03E

INDOMETHACIN GEL BATCH NO: 607 MFG DATE:

INDOMETHACIN GEL BATCH NO: 606 MFG DATE:

HS 30049065

Anti-rheumatic preparations, put up for retail sale · 46.7% of Indomethacin trade

$4.5M

Trade Value

46.7%

Market Share

437

Transactions

$7.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 103Buyers: 142Countries: 97

Common Product Descriptions:

INDOMATHES 75CAP - INDOMETHACIN BATCH NO

INDOMETHACIN CAPSULES I.P., BATCH : KMC-

MICROCID SR CAP-INDOMETHACIN-BATCH NO -

HS 30049072

Sedatives, tranquillizers, anti-depressants (retail) · 2.7% of Indomethacin trade

$258.3K

Trade Value

2.7%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.38

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 5Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

INDOMETHACIN 25 MG CAPS (QTY 9,466 PAC)

INDOMETHACIN 25 MG CAPS BATCH NOS.:E2310

INDOMETHACIN 25MG

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 1.4% of Indomethacin trade

$133.5K

Trade Value

1.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.52

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 11Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

RESTOPHIN TABLET Paracetamol Aluminium Hydroxide G...

PARACETAMOL ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE GEL INDOMETHACIN T...

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 0.9% of Indomethacin trade

$83.6K

Trade Value

0.9%

Market Share

Transactions

$5842.83

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

INDOMETHACIN EXTENDED-RELEASE CAPSULES USP 75MG X ...

Indomethacin Suppositories 50 mg (Indocin) (PACK S...

HS 30049065

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.8% of Indomethacin trade

$73.2K

Trade Value

0.8%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.19

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 6Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

INDOMETHACIN CAPSULES IP 25 MG (TOTAL QTY:-460 STR...

HARMLESS MEDICINES FOR HUMAN USE SUPPLIES AS PER ...

INDOCAP SR 75MG 300 CAP INDOMETHACIN SUSTANE

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.2% of Indomethacin trade

$15.7K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.48

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

INDOMETHACIN 25 500 S SA BIOTECH HDPE

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.1% of Indomethacin trade

$14.2K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

187

Transactions

$0.50

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 16Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

INDOCAP 25MG (INDOMETHACIN) SIZE-10 CAPS

INDOCAP 25MG INDOMETHACIN SIZE 10 CAPS PACKS BATCH...

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 0.1% of Indomethacin trade

$7.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.97

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

INDOMETHACIN 25MG TAB 100S

PHARMACEUTICALS (INDOMETHACIN 25MG CAP 100S)NOS

#10

HS 30049099

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

$7.3K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.77

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 8Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

DEXAMETHASONE, INDOMETHACIN, VITAMIN B1MONONITRATE...

PHARMACEUTICAL AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCT:INDOGA 25MG ...

PHARMACEUTICALS AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS:INDOGA 25M...

#11

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.0% of Indomethacin trade

$3.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

TAB INDOMETHACIN 25MG

#12

HS 30049039

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

$1.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

INDOMETHACIN 25MG CAPSULE BATCH NO. : 23I-EC220 MF...

#13

HS 30045010

Medicaments containing Vitamin A (retail) · 0.0% of Indomethacin trade

$647

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

INDOCAP SR 75MG ( INDOMETHACIN S R CAPSU

INDOCAP SR 75MG ( INDOMETHACIN S R CAPS

INDOCAP SR 75MG ( INDOMETHACIN S R CAPSULES) SIZE-...

#14

HS 30043990

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

$551

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$7156.01

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

Indomethacin ( 1 BOTTLE )( FORREASEARCH USE ONLY)(...

Indomethacin OS RBMP-153-011 ( 1 BOTTLE )( FORREAS...

Indomethacin OS RBMP-153-017( 1 BOTTLE )( FORREASE...

#15

HS 30041090

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

$135

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.13

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

Indomethacin Capsules I.P. 25mg (INMECIN

Indomethacin Capsules IP 25MG

Indomethacin Sustained Release Capsules

#16

HS 30042033

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

$94

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

INDOGA 25 CAP (10 CAP) (INDOMETHACIN)

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL ...

#17

HS 30039090

Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale) · 0.0% of Indomethacin trade

$62

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$30.96

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

INDOMETHACIN 10% PELLETS

INDOMETHACIN WORKING STANDARDS(QTY.500 M

#18

HS 30049049

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

$24

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.24

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

INDICID 25MG CAPS (INDOMETHACIN)

#19

HS 30042039

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

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.09

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

Where Indomethacin is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Indomethacin from India, by trade value

India exports Indomethacin to 10+ countries under 19 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($6.4M), followed by Canada ($405.8K) and Uganda ($305.3K). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Indomethacin pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$6.4M	66.1%
#2	Canada	$405.8K	4.2%
#3	Uganda	$305.3K	3.2%
#4	Chile	$268.6K	2.8%
#5	Tajikistan	$226.3K	2.3%
#6	Kenya	$212.5K	2.2%
#7	Ethiopia	$169.0K	1.8%
#8	Costa Rica	$132.8K	1.4%
#9	Somalia	$119.1K	1.2%
#10	Mauritius	$117.3K	1.2%

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

Indomethacin falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 19 codes used for Indomethacin 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 Indomethacin is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Indomethacin trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 47.1%). 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 — Indomethacin Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Indomethacin 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 Indomethacin.

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

Related Analgesics & Antipyretics — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Analgesics & Antipyretics therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Indomethacin

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Indomethacin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Indomethacin, classified under HS code 30049099, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential treatments across key importing countries:

United States: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%. Under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), India benefits from duty-free access for eligible pharmaceutical products, including Indomethacin.

Canada: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%. Canada and India do not have a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) that provides additional tariff reductions for pharmaceutical products.

Uganda: As a member of the East African Community (EAC), Uganda applies the EAC Common External Tariff. Essential medicines, including Indomethacin, are often exempt from import duties to ensure affordability and accessibility.

Chile: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 6%. However, under the India-Chile Preferential Trade Agreement, certain pharmaceutical products may enjoy reduced tariffs.

Tajikistan: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%. Tajikistan does not have a specific FTA with India affecting pharmaceutical imports.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Indomethacin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Indomethacin can be classified under HS code 3003 or 3004, depending on its form and packaging:

HS 3003: Applies to medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale.

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

Common misclassification errors include:

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

Misidentifying retail-packaged Indomethacin as bulk, leading to incorrect HS code application.

Such misclassifications can result in customs penalties, including fines and delays in shipment clearance. The World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities have issued rulings emphasizing the importance of accurate classification based on product form and packaging. Our data indicates that 47.1% of Indomethacin shipments are classified under HS 30049099, highlighting the prevalence of this code for retail-packaged forms.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Indomethacin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Indomethacin is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, each specifying quality standards:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): Indomethacin monograph includes identification tests, assay procedures, and impurity limits. The assay requires Indomethacin content to be between 98.0% and 102.0% on a dried basis.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP): Provides similar standards, including identification, assay, and impurity testing, ensuring consistency in quality.

European Pharmacopoeia (EP): Aligns with BP standards, detailing methods for identification, assay, and impurity control.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): Specifies quality requirements for Indomethacin, including purity and assay limits, to ensure therapeutic efficacy.

Quality control tests include:

Purity/Assay Requirements: Ensuring the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) content meets specified limits.

Frequently Asked Questions — Indomethacin HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Indomethacin exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Indomethacin exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 47.1% of all Indomethacin trade valued at $4.5M. In total, India exports Indomethacin under 19 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Indomethacin trade?

Indomethacin is exported from India under 19 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $9.7M across 1,296 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 98.7% 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 Indomethacin, this code covers $4.5M in trade value with 565 transactions, 93 suppliers, and 148 buyers across 72 countries. The average unit price under this code is $83.03.

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30049065 for Indomethacin?

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 47.1% of Indomethacin trade ($4.5M) with an average unit price of $83.03, while HS 30049065 (Anti-rheumatic preparations, put up for retail sale) covers 46.7% ($4.5M) at $7.27 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 93 suppliers and 148 buyers, compared to 103 suppliers and 142 buyers for HS 30049065.

How much Indomethacin is exported under HS code 30049099?

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $4.5M worth of Indomethacin, representing 47.1% of total Indomethacin trade. This involves 565 shipments from 93 Indian exporters to 148 buyers in 72 countries.

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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What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30049065 for Indomethacin?

How much Indomethacin is exported under HS code 30049099?

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