Levothyroxine HS Code Trade Classification — 22 Codes, $78.5M Trade

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

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $68.9M worth of Levothyroxine, representing 87.8% of total Levothyroxine trade. This involves 2,085 shipments from 188 Indian exporters to 216 buyers in 118 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Levothyroxine from India?

The top importing countries for Levothyroxine from India are United States, Peru, United Kingdom. The leading importer United States accounts for $49.4M in trade value. In total, Levothyroxine is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 22 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Levothyroxine exporters from India?

The leading Levothyroxine exporters from India include MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD ($25.3M), INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED ($9.2M), STERIL-GENE LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED ($9.0M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $78.5M.

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$77.7M125 Suppliers71 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES63.6%India → PERU11.6%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$551.1K BELGIUM → India$196.2K

#1 Buyer: MACLEODS PHARMA

Levothyroxine HS Codes (2026) — 22 Classifications, $78.5M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Levothyroxine HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Levothyroxine under 22 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $78.5M across 2,764 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 87.8% of all Levothyroxine trade at $68.9M. HS 30043990 (Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)) follows at 7.2% ($5.6M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.8% of total Levothyroxine trade from India. The average transaction value is $28384. Key importing markets include United States, Peru, United Kingdom. Leading exporters include MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD and INTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Levothyroxine HS Code Analysis — 22 classifications, $78.5M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Levothyroxine HS code analysis — 22 classifications · $78.5M trade value · 2,764 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Levothyroxine 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	$68.9M	87.8%	2,085	$3508.88	188	118
#2	30043990	$5.6M	7.2%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 87.8% of Levothyroxine trade

$68.9M

Trade Value

87.8%

Market Share

2,085

Transactions

$3508.88

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 188Buyers: 216Countries: 118

Common Product Descriptions:

LETHYROX 75MG-LEVOTHYROXINE-BATCH NOD21

ELTROXIN 25 MCG TABSLEVOTHYROXINE SODIU

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM FOR INJECTION 100MC

HS 30043990

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 7.2% of Levothyroxine trade

$5.6M

Trade Value

7.2%

Market Share

275

Transactions

$2.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 12Buyers: 44Countries: 30

Common Product Descriptions:

THYROX 50 (LEVOTHYROXINE TABLETS BP 50MC

THYROX (LEVOTHYROXINE TABLETS 91MCG) 10X

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 100MCG (BA

HS 30043919

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 4.1% of Levothyroxine trade

$3.2M

Trade Value

4.1%

Market Share

186

Transactions

$0.64

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 24Countries: 23

Common Product Descriptions:

TYROXCAF 100 MCG (LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM 1

SYNOX 75 ( LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM 75MCG TA

SYNOX 25 ( LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM 25 MCG T

HS 30049099

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.5% of Levothyroxine trade

$386.6K

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.07

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI LEVOTHYROXINE 175MCG 90T(ACC-U...

PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI LEVOTHYROXINE 100MCG 1000T(ACC...

PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI LEVOTHYROXINE 75 MCG 90T(ACC-U...

HS 30043919

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 0.2% of Levothyroxine trade

$175.0K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.01

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS BP 12.5 MCGBATCH NO.E...

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS BP 25 MCG BATCH NO.EH...

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS BP 50 MCG BATCH NO.EH...

HS 30049092

Anti-asthma preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Levothyroxine trade

$37.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$314.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM FOR INJECTION 200 MCG PER VIA...

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM FOR INJECTION 500 MCG PER VIA...

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM FOR INJECTION 100 MCG PER VIA...

HS 30044990

Other medicaments containing alkaloids or derivatives (retail) · 0.0% of Levothyroxine trade

$34.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$234.93

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

LEVOTHYROXINE 50MCG

SYNTHROID LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 300MCG, BAT...

SYNTHROID LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS 300 MCG, BA...

HS 30043190

Other medicaments containing insulin (retail) · 0.0% of Levothyroxine trade

$30.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.17

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

DRUGS AND PHARMACEUTICALS HARMLESS MEDICINES THYRO...

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT - THYRORISE 100MG TAB LEVOT...

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT - THYRORISE 50MGTAB LEVOTHY...

HS 30049049

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

$19.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.31

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM 200 MCG/5ML, POWDERFOR INJECT...

#10

HS 30043200

Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail) · 0.0% of Levothyroxine trade

$14.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

DRUGS AND PHARMACEUTICALS HARMLESS MEDICINES LEVOT...

#11

HS 30043911

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

$8.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM 50 MCG (200 BOTTELS

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM 100 MCG (700 BOTTEL

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM 100 MCG (100 BOTTEL

#12

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 0.0% of Levothyroxine trade

$5.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3088.90

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS(EUTHYROX) (150 MCG) (...

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM TABLETS(EUTHYROX) (175 MCG) (...

LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM FOR INJECTION 200MCG/VIAL (1 ...

#13

HS 30041090

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

$4.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.74

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 6Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS LETHYROX 100LEVOTHYROXINE...

PHARMACEUTICALS ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM LE...

PHARMACEUTICALS ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM TH...

#14

HS 30049039

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

$1.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.02

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

LEVOTHYROXINE TABLETSBATCH NO: GT926 MFG: 08/2023 ...

#15

HS 30049085

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

$1.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.04

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

VET THYRO 0.2 MG LEVOTHYROXINE SODUIM 0.

#16

HS 30049082

Immunosuppressant preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Levothyroxine trade

$1.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 11Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

THYRONORM 50 MCG- LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM-B

THYRONORM 75MCG (LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM) S

THYRONORM 50MCG (LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM) S

#17

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Levothyroxine trade

$512

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.02

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT FOR HUMAN USE ONLY,EUTHYROX...

#18

HS 30042064

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

$239

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$239.32

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

LEVOTHYROXINE N-METHYLAMIDE 50MG*5VIAL

#19

HS 30012090

Other extracts of glands or organs · 0.0% of Levothyroxine trade

$99

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.90

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS...

#20

HS 30042099

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

$90

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.01

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 8Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

THYRONORM 125MCG ABBOTT LEVOTHYROXINE

Thyronorm 75mcg Abbott Levothyroxine S

THYRONORM 75MCG (ABBOTT, LEVOTHYROXINE S

Where Levothyroxine is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Levothyroxine from India, by trade value

India exports Levothyroxine to 10+ countries under 22 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($49.4M), followed by Peru ($9.0M) and United Kingdom ($6.8M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Levothyroxine pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$49.4M	63.0%
#2	Peru	$9.0M	11.5%
#3	United Kingdom	$6.8M	8.7%
#4	Australia	$5.3M	6.8%
#5	Chile	$1.8M	2.3%
#6	Canada	$1.5M	1.9%
#7	Kazakhstan	$1.1M	1.4%
#8	Dominican Republic	$528.6K	0.7%
#9	Sri Lanka	$342.4K	0.4%
#10	Vietnam	$325.6K	0.4%

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

Levothyroxine falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 22 codes used for Levothyroxine 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 Levothyroxine is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Levothyroxine trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 87.8%). 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 — Levothyroxine Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Levothyroxine 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 Levothyroxine.

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

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Levothyroxine, primarily classified under HS code 30049099, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential treatments across different countries.

United States: The U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) lists HS code 30049099 under subheading 3004.90.91, which encompasses "Other" medicaments. The MFN duty rate for this subheading is 0%, indicating that imports of Levothyroxine are duty-free under standard conditions.

United Kingdom and European Union: Both the UK and EU apply an MFN tariff rate of 0% for HS code 30049099, classifying it under "Other" medicaments. This classification ensures that imports of Levothyroxine into these regions are duty-free.

Australia: Australia's tariff schedule indicates an MFN duty rate of 0% for HS code 30049099, allowing duty-free importation of Levothyroxine.

Canada: According to the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), Canada applies an MFN tariff rate of 0% for HS code 30049099, facilitating duty-free imports of Levothyroxine.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Levothyroxine HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

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

HS Code 3003: This code pertains to 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 Code 3004: This code covers medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale.

Common misclassification errors occur when the specific form and packaging of Levothyroxine are not accurately considered, leading to incorrect tariff applications. Such misclassifications can result in customs penalties, including fines and delays in shipment clearance. Our data indicates that Levothyroxine is predominantly classified under HS code 30049099, accounting for 87.8% of trade, suggesting a consensus towards this classification.

Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities emphasize the importance of accurate classification based on product form and packaging. Importers and exporters should ensure meticulous documentation and classification to avoid potential disputes and penalties.

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Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Levothyroxine HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for Levothyroxine Sodium Tablets specifies an assay range of 95.0% to 105.0% of the labeled amount, ensuring potency throughout the product's shelf life.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP) and European Pharmacopoeia (EP): Both pharmacopoeias include monographs for Levothyroxine, detailing purity, assay requirements, and dissolution testing to ensure consistent quality and efficacy.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP also provides a monograph for Levothyroxine, aligning with international standards to ensure the quality of the medication.

Stability testing for Levothyroxine is conducted in accordance with the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering different climatic zones to ensure the drug's efficacy and safety over its intended shelf life.

Adherence to these pharmacopoeial standards is crucial for manufacturers and suppliers to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and to maintain the therapeutic effectiveness of Levothyroxine.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Levothyroxine HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Levothyroxine exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Levothyroxine exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 87.8% of all Levothyroxine trade valued at $68.9M. In total, India exports Levothyroxine under 22 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Levothyroxine trade?

Levothyroxine is exported from India under 22 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $78.5M across 2,764 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.8% 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 Levothyroxine, this code covers $68.9M in trade value with 2,085 transactions, 188 suppliers, and 216 buyers across 118 countries. The average unit price under this code is $3508.88.

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30043990 for Levothyroxine?

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 87.8% of Levothyroxine trade ($68.9M) with an average unit price of $3508.88, while HS 30043990 (Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)) covers 7.2% ($5.6M) at $2.00 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 188 suppliers and 216 buyers, compared to 12 suppliers and 44 buyers for HS 30043990.

Official References & Regulatory Resources

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

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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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