Iron HS Code Trade Classification — 105 Codes, $512.2M Trade

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

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $391.5M worth of Iron, representing 76.4% of total Iron trade. This involves 9,683 shipments from 1053 Indian exporters to 1499 buyers in 386 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Iron from India?

The top importing countries for Iron from India are United States, Netherlands, France. The leading importer United States accounts for $364.9M in trade value. In total, Iron is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 105 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Iron exporters from India?

The leading Iron exporters from India include ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED ($130.7M), UNICHEM LABORATORIES LIMITED ($113.2M), AMNEAL PHARMACEUTICALS PRIVATE LIMITED ($27.8M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $512.2M.

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$487.6M943 Suppliers174 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES74.8%India → NETHERLANDS3.0%

ImportsNETHERLANDS → India$19.4M DENMARK → India$1.4M

#1 Supplier: ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES #1 Buyer: EVERSANA LIFE

Iron HS Codes (2026) — 105 Classifications, $512.2M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Iron HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Iron under 105 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $512.2M across 16,283 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 76.4% of all Iron trade at $391.5M. HS 30049079 (Other CNS acting medicaments (retail)) follows at 10.8% ($55.5M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 94.3% of total Iron trade from India. The average transaction value is $31455. Key importing markets include United States, Netherlands, France. Leading exporters include ZYDUS LIFESCIENCES LIMITED and UNICHEM LABORATORIES LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Iron HS Code Analysis — 105 classifications, $512.2M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Iron HS code analysis — 105 classifications · $512.2M trade value · 16,283 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Iron 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	$391.5M	76.4%	9,683	$1597.71	1053	386
#2	30049079	$55.5M	10.8%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 76.4% of Iron trade

$391.5M

Trade Value

76.4%

Market Share

9,683

Transactions

$1597.71

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1053Buyers: 1499Countries: 386

Common Product Descriptions:

SILECTONE 50MG -SPIRONOLACTONE-BATCH NO

PROVIRONUM 25 MG MASTEROLONE

ALDACTONE 100MG-SPIRONOLACTONE 100MG-BAT

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 10.8% of Iron trade

$55.5M

Trade Value

10.8%

Market Share

794

Transactions

$2.98

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 75Buyers: 129Countries: 74

Common Product Descriptions:

SPIRONOLACTONE TABLETS USP 25MG NDC 5374

SPIRONOLACTONE TABLETS 25 MG BATCH NO: G

SPIRONOLACTONE TABLETS,USP50MG NDC 53746

HS 30049089

Other anti-neoplastic/immunomodulating agents (retail) · 2.6% of Iron trade

$13.4M

Trade Value

2.6%

Market Share

309

Transactions

$3.74

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 26Buyers: 46Countries: 27

Common Product Descriptions:

BUSPIN 10MG (BUSPIRONE HCL) [ 1 X10 TABS

BUSPIRONE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS USP 30 M

BUSPIRONE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETS USP 5 MG

HS 30045020

Medicaments containing Vitamin B complex (retail) · 2.6% of Iron trade

$13.3M

Trade Value

2.6%

Market Share

815

Transactions

$9.81

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 44Buyers: 209Countries: 126

Common Product Descriptions:

ENCIFER INJECTION 5X5 ML ( IRON SUCROSE

IRON SUCROSE INJECTION USP 100MG/5ML - 5

EACH 5ML CONT. IRON (III) HYDROXIDE POLY

HS 30045010

Medicaments containing Vitamin A (retail) · 1.8% of Iron trade

$9.3M

Trade Value

1.8%

Market Share

904

Transactions

$9.81

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 152Buyers: 277Countries: 174

Common Product Descriptions:

BIOFER (CHEWABLE TABLETS OF IRON & FOLIC

SUCROCAN 100 MG INJ. (IRON SUCROSE INJEC

USVAFER INJ(IRON SUCROSE INJECTION, 1 X

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 1.4% of Iron trade

$7.4M

Trade Value

1.4%

Market Share

712

Transactions

$5.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 162Buyers: 252Countries: 145

Common Product Descriptions:

FEVITA SYRUP 300ML SYRUP OF IRON AND VIT

MAXIRON CAPSULES ( 151200 X 3 X 10 CAPS)

SOLFER LITE (IRON (III) HYDROXIDE POLYMA

HS 30045039

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 1.2% of Iron trade

$6.1M

Trade Value

1.2%

Market Share

278

Transactions

$3.09

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 73Buyers: 111Countries: 68

Common Product Descriptions:

IRON SUCROSE INJECTION BP/USP EACH ML CO

Vitamins, Minerals & Iron Tonic (MultiKi

CITROFER IRON SUCROSE INJECTION USP 100

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.6% of Iron trade

$3.1M

Trade Value

0.6%

Market Share

289

Transactions

$2.79

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 60Buyers: 84Countries: 60

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS SUSTAVIRON 250

VITAFER FORTE SYRUP OF IRON AND FOLIC AC

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS NEURO-SELIRON 3

HS 30045033

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.4% of Iron trade

$2.2M

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

113

Transactions

$1.53

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 35Countries: 19

Common Product Descriptions:

RANFERON-12 CAP 3x10s ROA (IRON WITH VIT

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE IRON & F

RANFERON-12 CAPSULES PACK: Box3x10s BATCH: DFE2454...

#10

HS 30049063

Anti-inflammatory preparations (non-steroidal) (retail) · 0.4% of Iron trade

$2.1M

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.86

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 10Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

BUSIRON 5 MG (BUSPIRON) (10 TAB)

BUSIRON 10 MG (BUSPIRON) (10 TAB)

BUSPIN 10MG (BUSPIRONE HCL) [ 1 X10 TABS

#11

HS 30049079

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

$1.2M

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.95

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

SPIRONOLACTONE TABLETS,USP50MG NDC 53746-0514-01 F...

SPIRONOLACTONE TABLETS,USP50MG NDC 53746-0514-05 F...

SPIRONOLACTONE TABLETS USP25MG NDC 53746-0511-10 F...

#12

HS 30049099

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

$938.2K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

205

Transactions

$3.40

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 37Buyers: 36Countries: 24

Common Product Descriptions:

BUSPIRONE HCL TABLETS USP 15 MG - 1 X 500 (OTHER D...

PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI SPIRONOLACTONE 50MG3X10T (ACO-...

BUSPIRONE HCL TABLETS USP 15 MG - 1 X 100 DIST. ND...

#13

HS 30045034

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.2% of Iron trade

$807.6K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.07

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 14Countries: 14

Common Product Descriptions:

FEROSE XT INJ. (IRON SUCROSE 20MG/ML) BA

(430807027) Buspirone HCl Tabs10mg 10x10

MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE IRON, FOLIC ACID,

#14

HS 30042099

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

$767.7K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

103

Transactions

$4.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 23Buyers: 61Countries: 32

Common Product Descriptions:

MESTEROLONE TABLETS BP 25MG/PROVIRON 25

MESTEROLONE TABLETS 25MG/ PROVIRON 25 ME

Mestoviron (Each Tab Contains Mesterolo

#15

HS 30039090

Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale) · 0.1% of Iron trade

$687.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.15

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

Buspirone Hydrochloride Tablets[10mg] 14

Buspirone Hydrochloride Tablets[5mg] 31,

Buspirone Hydrochloride Tablets[5mg]121

#16

HS 30049088

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

$495.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

(430807020) Buspirone HCl Tabs 5mg 250s

(430807022) Buspirone HCl Tabs 5mg 10x10

(430807027) Buspirone HCl Tabs10mg 10x10

#17

HS 30049029

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

$480.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

477

Transactions

$0.43

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 15Buyers: 29Countries: 21

Common Product Descriptions:

ALDACTONE 25MG (SPIRONOLACTONE) SIZE-15

FUGEN LONDON COTRIRONAK 100 MG TABLETS (

PHARMA PRODUCT- Haemobax Plus Iron Caps

#18

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 0.1% of Iron trade

$469.7K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.11

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 26Buyers: 36Countries: 30

Common Product Descriptions:

DIZIRON TABLETS 20 S (BATCH NO-18211150

DIZIRON TABLETS 20 S IN BATCH NO-1821115

DOMIRON -(CONTAINS DETAILS AS PER INVOIC

#19

HS 30042019

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

$345.6K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.43

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 13Buyers: 14Countries: 15

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA PRODUCT:BIORED FE INJ (IRON SUCRO

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS:IRON(III)HYDROXI

HARMLESS MEDICINES.. FERITOP INJ IRON

#20

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 0.1% of Iron trade

$332.6K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$75.15

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 18Countries: 17

Common Product Descriptions:

ADBIRON TABS (Abiraterone 250 mg) (BETA

ADBIRON 250MG

ADBIRON 250 MG BATCH BT23019A MFG 2 23 EXP 1 25

Where Iron is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Iron from India, by trade value

India exports Iron to 10+ countries under 105 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($364.9M), followed by Netherlands ($14.7M) and France ($10.8M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Iron pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$364.9M	71.2%
#2	Netherlands	$14.7M	2.9%
#3	France	$10.8M	2.1%
#4	South Korea	$8.3M	1.6%
#5	Uzbekistan	$8.0M	1.6%
#6	Russia	$5.7M	1.1%
#7	United Kingdom	$4.3M	0.8%
#8	Angola	$4.0M	0.8%
#9	Philippines	$3.9M	0.8%
#10	Venezuela	$3.8M	0.7%

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

Iron falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 105 codes used for Iron 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 Iron is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Iron trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 76.4%). 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 — Iron Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Iron 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 Iron.

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). Iron 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), Iron 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 Netherlands 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 Iron

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

The primary HS code for iron-containing medicaments is 30049099, which falls under the broader category of 300490. This code pertains to medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale. The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates for HS code 300490 vary among the top importing countries:

United States: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 300490 is 0%.

European Union (including Netherlands and France): The MFN tariff rate for HS code 300490 is 0%.

United Kingdom: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 300490 is 0%.

South Korea: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 300490 is 8%.

Russia: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 300490 is 5%.

Uzbekistan: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 300490 is 0%.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Iron HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

The classification of iron-containing products under HS codes 3003 and 3004 depends on their presentation and intended use:

HS 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 forms for retail sale. These are typically bulk forms intended for further processing or repackaging.

HS 3004: This code includes medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale. This encompasses finished products ready for consumer use.

Common misclassification errors occur when products are incorrectly classified under HS 3003 instead of HS 3004, or vice versa. For example, a finished iron supplement in tablet form intended for retail sale should be classified under HS 3004, not HS 3003. Misclassification can lead to incorrect duty assessments, potential customs penalties, and delays in shipment clearance.

Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities have emphasized the importance of accurate classification based on product presentation and intended use. Importers and exporters are advised to thoroughly review product specifications and consult with customs experts to ensure correct classification.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Iron-containing medicaments are subject to stringent quality standards as outlined in various pharmacopoeias:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): Provides monographs for different forms of iron supplements, detailing specifications for identity, strength, quality, purity, and performance.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP): Includes standards for iron compounds used in medicinal products, specifying tests for assay, impurities, and dissolution.

European Pharmacopoeia (EP): Offers comprehensive monographs for iron-based preparations, outlining requirements for composition, testing, and storage.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): Sets forth standards for iron formulations, including parameters for purity, assay, and stability.

Purity and assay requirements ensure that the iron content meets specified limits, typically expressed as a percentage of the labeled amount. Dissolution testing assesses the rate and extent of iron release from the dosage form, which is crucial for bioavailability. Stability testing, as per the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, evaluates the product's shelf life under various environmental conditions, categorized into different climatic zones. For instance, ICH Zone IV, which includes countries like India, requires stability testing at 30°C and 75% relative humidity to ensure product efficacy throughout its intended shelf life.

Frequently Asked Questions — Iron HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Iron exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Iron exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 76.4% of all Iron trade valued at $391.5M. In total, India exports Iron under 105 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Iron trade?

Iron is exported from India under 105 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $512.2M across 16,283 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 94.3% 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 Iron, this code covers $391.5M in trade value with 9,683 transactions, 1053 suppliers, and 1499 buyers across 386 countries. The average unit price under this code is $1597.71.

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30049079 for Iron?

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 76.4% of Iron trade ($391.5M) with an average unit price of $1597.71, while HS 30049079 (Other CNS acting medicaments (retail)) covers 10.8% ($55.5M) at $2.98 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 1053 suppliers and 1499 buyers, compared to 75 suppliers and 129 buyers for HS 30049079.

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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Frequently Asked Questions — Iron HS Codes

What is the HS code for Iron exports from India?

How many HS codes are used for Iron trade?

What is HS code 30049099?

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30049079 for Iron?

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