Ketoconazole HS Code Trade Classification — 48 Codes, $39.8M Trade

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

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $21.1M worth of Ketoconazole, representing 53.1% of total Ketoconazole trade. This involves 1,883 shipments from 400 Indian exporters to 619 buyers in 261 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Ketoconazole from India?

The top importing countries for Ketoconazole from India are United States, Nigeria, Uzbekistan. The leading importer United States accounts for $12.5M in trade value. In total, Ketoconazole is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 48 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Ketoconazole exporters from India?

The leading Ketoconazole exporters from India include STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED ($5.7M), KUSUM HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED ($5.0M), ENCUBE ETHICALS PRIVATE LIMITED ($4.4M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $39.8M.

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$39.4M446 Suppliers139 CountriesHS 30049029

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES31.8%India → NIGERIA15.0%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$307.8K ITALY → India$52.2K

#1 Supplier: KUSUM HEALTHCARE #1 Buyer: STRIDES PHARMA

Ketoconazole HS Codes (2026) — 48 Classifications, $39.8M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Ketoconazole HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Ketoconazole under 48 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $39.8M across 4,196 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 53.1% of all Ketoconazole trade at $21.1M. HS 30049029 (Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale) follows at 43.9% ($17.5M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 98.7% of total Ketoconazole trade from India. The average transaction value is $9489. Key importing markets include United States, Nigeria, Uzbekistan. Leading exporters include STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED and KUSUM HEALTHCARE PRIVATE LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

Ketoconazole HS Code Analysis — 48 classifications, $39.8M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Ketoconazole HS code analysis — 48 classifications · $39.8M trade value · 4,196 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Ketoconazole 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	$21.1M	53.1%	1,883	$2972.50	400	261
#2	30049029	$17.5M	43.9%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 53.1% of Ketoconazole trade

$21.1M

Trade Value

53.1%

Market Share

1,883

Transactions

$2972.50

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 400Buyers: 619Countries: 261

Common Product Descriptions:

KETOCONAZOLE CREAM 2%, 60GM BATCH NO. 2B

FUNGICYTE SHAMPOO KETOCONAZOLE

DANDROFINE(KETOCONAZOLE 2% SALICYLIC ACI

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 43.9% of Ketoconazole trade

$17.5M

Trade Value

43.9%

Market Share

1,972

Transactions

$4.06

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 242Buyers: 484Countries: 240

Common Product Descriptions:

Ketoconazole Cream (Konazol Cream) (3840

NIZRAL CREAM 2% (KETOCONAZOLE) SIZE-30 G

KETOCONAZOLE 2% W/W CREAM 30 G (GSTIN-23

HS 30049063

Anti-inflammatory preparations (non-steroidal) (retail) · 1.0% of Ketoconazole trade

$407.2K

Trade Value

1.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$31.42

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

KETOCONAZOLE TABS 200MG 12,960.00X 100'S

HS 30043200

Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail) · 0.4% of Ketoconazole trade

$163.1K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 7Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

KETOCONAZOLE, CLOBETASOL PROPIONATE AND

Clobetasol Propionate, Ketoconazole Crea

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.3% of Ketoconazole trade

$114.9K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.52

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 13Buyers: 14Countries: 15

Common Product Descriptions:

REBASKIN CREAM (Ketoconazole USP 1%w/w,

REBASKIN-E CREAM (Ketoconazole USP 1%w/w

KETOCONAZOLE CREAM

HS 30049011

Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda · 0.2% of Ketoconazole trade

$98.6K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.81

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 11Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

KENTON SHAMPOO 120ML (KETOCONAZOLE 2%)

KETOFLY TABLETS ( KETOCONAZOLE TABLETS I

KETOCONAZOLE TABLETS IP 200 MG KETOCIP

HS 30042061

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

$85.9K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.70

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

KETAGLO (PACK 10x1x10's)(KETOCONAZOLE TA

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 0.2% of Ketoconazole trade

$68.7K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.41

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

Pharmaceutical ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM for...

PHARMACEUTICALS (KETOCONAZOLE 200MG TAB100S)NOS

KETOSHA USP 200MG (KETOCONAZOLE TABLETSUSP 200MG)(...

HS 30042099

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

$48.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.37

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 10Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

KETOFORCE CREAM 15GMTUBE KETOCONAZOLECREAM 2% W/W

Kz cream 2% H & H KetoconazoleKz cream

ACETIC ACID 1% BORIC ACID 2% HYDROCORTISONE 1% KET...

#10

HS 30045090

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

$46.2K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.71

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 16Buyers: 17Countries: 15

Common Product Descriptions:

KETOFORCE 200 TAB (KETOCONAZOLE 200MG) (

KETOCONAZOLE TABLETS IP200MG 1X10T

KETOCONAZOLE 200MG

#11

HS 30049039

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

$29.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.85

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 9Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

ELKETO CREAM 15G KETOCONAZOLE

EACH TABLET CONTAINS KETOCONAZOLE IP 200MG EXCIPIE...

Each tablet contains: ketoconazole IP 20

#12

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.1% of Ketoconazole trade

$23.6K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.11

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 10Countries: 10

Common Product Descriptions:

KETOSTAL SOAP ( KETOCONAZOLE SOAP)

Ketoconazole Shampoo (Ketosan Shampoo)

KT5DERM CREAM (KETOCONAZOLE,TOLNAFTATE,

#13

HS 30049099

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

$21.5K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.44

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 15Buyers: 16Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

KITO CREAM 30GM (KETOCONAZOLE 2% W/W)PCS

DERCOZ SHAMPOO 120ML (KETOCONAZOLE SHAMPOO2.00 % ...

KENTON CREAM 30GM (KETOCONAZOLE 2% W/V)PCS

#14

HS 30049029

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

$12.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 5Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

NIZRAL 2% W/V 50 ML KETOCONAZOLE

KZ CREAM 2% W/V 30 GM KETOCONAZOLE

NIZRAL 2% W/V 50 ML KETOCONAZOLE SOLUTION

#15

HS 30049061

Antihistamines and anti-allergy preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Ketoconazole trade

$11.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.92

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

AUROPLUS (KETOCONAZOLE WITH ZINC PYRITH

AUROPLUS (KETOCONAZOLE WITH ZINC PYRITHI

#16

HS 30042039

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

$9.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.83

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

FUNGINIL -K -(KETOCONAZOLE CREAM 2% W/W)

KETOCONAZOLE (DANFREE SHAMPOO 100ML)

HL MEDICINES FUNGINIL -K (KETOCONAZOLE CREAM 2% W/...

#17

HS 30049087

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

$9.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.22

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

KETOCONAZOLE 30 GM CREAM B.NO CMK2-1,CM

#18

HS 30042020

Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Ketoconazole trade

$7.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.34

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 12Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

KETOFORCE CREAM 15 GM (KETOCONAZOLE CREA

CONTENT-KETOCONAZOLE 2%-PRODUCT:KETOFORC

KETOFORCE CREAM (KETOCONAZOLE 2% ) (20X3

#19

HS 30049067

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

$6.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

402-483 KETOLAB CREAM 30g (Ketoconazole

1-80 KETOLAB CREAM 30G(KETOCONAZOLE USP2% W/W)BATC...

#20

HS 30049032

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

$5.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.89

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

HL MEDICINES FUNGINIL-K TABLET KETOCONAZOLE TABLET...

Where Ketoconazole is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Ketoconazole from India, by trade value

India exports Ketoconazole to 10+ countries under 48 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($12.5M), followed by Nigeria ($5.9M) and Uzbekistan ($2.6M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Ketoconazole pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$12.5M	31.5%
#2	Nigeria	$5.9M	14.9%
#3	Uzbekistan	$2.6M	6.4%
#4	Ukraine	$2.3M	5.7%
#5	France	$1.4M	3.5%
#6	Ethiopia	$1.4M	3.4%
#7	Kazakhstan	$1.1M	2.8%
#8	Myanmar	$1.0M	2.6%
#9	Chad	$934.9K	2.3%
#10	Dominican Republic	$911.4K	2.3%

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

Ketoconazole falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 48 codes used for Ketoconazole 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 Ketoconazole is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Ketoconazole trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 53.1%). 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 — Ketoconazole Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Ketoconazole 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 Ketoconazole.

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

Related Antifungals — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Antifungals therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Ketoconazole

fluconazole itraconazole terbinafine

Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Ketoconazole HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

An analysis of the Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates for HS code 30049099, which encompasses pharmaceutical products including Ketoconazole, reveals the following:

United States: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%.

European Union (France): The EU applies an MFN tariff rate of 0% on pharmaceutical products under HS 30049099.

Ukraine: As a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ukraine's MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%.

Kazakhstan: As a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), Kazakhstan applies the EAEU's Common External Tariff, which sets the MFN rate for HS 30049099 at 0%.

Uzbekistan: As a WTO member, Uzbekistan's MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%.

Nigeria: Nigeria's MFN tariff rate for HS 30049099 is 0%.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Ketoconazole HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Ketoconazole, an antifungal agent, is 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." Our data indicates that 53.1% of Ketoconazole shipments utilize this code.

Classification under HS code 3003 ("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") versus 3004 depends on the product's presentation:

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

HS 3004: Applies to products in measured doses or retail packaging.

Common misclassification errors include:

Classifying bulk Ketoconazole under HS 3004 instead of 3003.

Misidentifying the product form, leading to incorrect HS code application.

Such misclassifications can result in customs penalties, delays, and increased scrutiny. Importers and exporters should ensure accurate classification by consulting the World Customs Organization (WCO) guidelines and national customs authorities.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Ketoconazole HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Ketoconazole is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and International Pharmacopoeia (IP). The monographs specify the following quality standards:

Purity/Assay Requirements: Ketoconazole should contain not less than 98.0% and not more than 102.0% of the active ingredient, calculated on the dried basis.

Dissolution Testing: Specific dissolution test specifications are provided, which may differ from those in the USP.

Stability Testing: Stability testing should be conducted in accordance with the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering the climatic zones relevant to the product's intended markets.

Adherence to these pharmacopoeial standards ensures the safety, efficacy, and quality of Ketoconazole products in the global market.

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Ketoconazole HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Ketoconazole exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Ketoconazole exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 53.1% of all Ketoconazole trade valued at $21.1M. In total, India exports Ketoconazole under 48 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Ketoconazole trade?

Ketoconazole is exported from India under 48 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $39.8M across 4,196 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 Ketoconazole, this code covers $21.1M in trade value with 1,883 transactions, 400 suppliers, and 619 buyers across 261 countries. The average unit price under this code is $2972.50.

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

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 53.1% of Ketoconazole trade ($21.1M) with an average unit price of $2972.50, while HS 30049029 (Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale) covers 43.9% ($17.5M) at $4.06 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 400 suppliers and 619 buyers, compared to 242 suppliers and 484 buyers for HS 30049029.

Official References & Regulatory Resources

HS code classifications follow the WCO Harmonized System. Verify tariff rates with your national customs authority.

Research Methodology & Data Transparency

Suresh Sormare

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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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