Linezolid HS Code Trade Classification — 33 Codes, $37.6M Trade

Q: How much Linezolid is exported under HS code 30042099?

Under HS code 30042099, India exports $18.4M worth of Linezolid, representing 48.9% of total Linezolid trade. This involves 377 shipments from 46 Indian exporters to 131 buyers in 91 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Linezolid from India?

The top importing countries for Linezolid from India are United States, Nigeria, Netherlands. The leading importer United States accounts for $12.6M in trade value. In total, Linezolid is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 33 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Linezolid exporters from India?

The leading Linezolid exporters from India include MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD ($7.9M), ALKEM LABORATORIES LIMITED ($4.5M), LUPIN LIMITED ($3.5M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $37.6M.

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

HS code 30049099 has the highest average unit price at $444.00 per unit for Linezolid exports. This compares to the overall market average of $25981.26 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30042099 averages $6.63 per unit.

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Linezolid

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$37.5M234 Suppliers104 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES33.6%India → NIGERIA14.5%

ImportsGERMANY → India$68.6K BULGARIA → India$14.3K

#1 Buyer: NATIONAL TUBERCULOSIS

Linezolid HS Codes (2026) — 33 Classifications, $37.6M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Linezolid HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Linezolid under 33 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $37.6M across 1,447 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30042099 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), accounting for 48.9% of all Linezolid trade at $18.4M. HS 30049087 (Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)) follows at 27.2% ($10.2M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 98.5% of total Linezolid trade from India. The average transaction value is $25981. Key importing markets include United States, Nigeria, Netherlands. Leading exporters include MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD and ALKEM LABORATORIES LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Linezolid HS Code Analysis — 33 classifications, $37.6M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Linezolid HS code analysis — 33 classifications · $37.6M trade value · 1,447 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Linezolid HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30042099	$18.4M	48.9%	377	$6.63	46	91
#2	30049087	$10.2M	27.2%

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 48.9% of Linezolid trade

$18.4M

Trade Value

48.9%

Market Share

377

Transactions

$6.63

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 46Buyers: 131Countries: 91

Common Product Descriptions:

LINEZOLID 600MG TABLETS, BNO. BLC72212A,

LIZOMAC 600 (INN LINEZOLID) FILM-COATED

PHARMA DRUGS & MEDI LINEZOLID 600MG 10T

HS 30049087

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 27.2% of Linezolid trade

$10.2M

Trade Value

27.2%

Market Share

261

Transactions

$5.90

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 53Buyers: 91Countries: 63

Common Product Descriptions:

LINEZOLID-TABLET-600MG-LIZOLID

LINEZOLID-TABLET-600MG-LIZOLID-

PHARMA: SWALINE 600 (LINEZOLID TABLETS 6

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 16.0% of Linezolid trade

$6.0M

Trade Value

16.0%

Market Share

606

Transactions

$444.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 204Buyers: 240Countries: 148

Common Product Descriptions:

LINOWIN INJECTION(Linezolid 600mg/300ml

LIZOMAC TABLETS(Linezolid Tablets)

Linezolid IV Infusion 600mg/300ml,1 x 30

HS 30042069

Other antibiotic medicaments, put up for retail sale · 3.9% of Linezolid trade

$1.5M

Trade Value

3.9%

Market Share

Transactions

$76.61

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 24Countries: 20

Common Product Descriptions:

LINEZOLID I.V. INJECTION (0.2% W/V) (NIR

LINEZOLID IV INJECTION (NIRZOLID 300ML)

WORKING STANDARD OF LINEZOLID IP/HIS BA

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 2.4% of Linezolid trade

$907.5K

Trade Value

2.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$42.55

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 12Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

LIDOMAX 600 TAB (10 TABS) LINEZOLID

LINEZOLID ORAL SUSPENSION SOLUTION

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL ARTICLE...

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.6% of Linezolid trade

$231.9K

Trade Value

0.6%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

LINEZOLID 600MG /30ML INJECTION (TOTAL QTY 360 BOT...

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS : LINEZOLID TABLETS 600MG ...

HS 30042039

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

$135.0K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.36

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 10Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

Zyzolide 600 Linezolid 600mg 1x4 Tabs

MACDIN 600(LINEZOLID 600MG TABLETS)PS: 1

Zyzolide 600 - Linezoid 600 Linezolid 60

HS 30042019

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

$54.5K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.86

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 12Buyers: 13Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

ASHZOLID-LINEZOLID INF,-100ML-NEPAL BATC

LINEZOLIDE 600MG tablet (ALU ALU)

PHARMACEUTICAL AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS NAMANZOLD 6...

HS 30049053

Cardiovascular preparations — vasodilators (retail) · 0.1% of Linezolid trade

$31.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$27.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

LINEZOLID DISPERSIBLE TABLETS 150 MG 10X10 S ) ( Q...

#10

HS 30049099

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

$22.6K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.48

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 4Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS...

PHARMACEUTICAL FORMULATION FOR HUMAN USES LINEZOLI...

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS...

#11

HS 30039033

Other medicaments of two or more mixed constituents (not retail) · 0.1% of Linezolid trade

$21.8K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.84

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL FINISHED FORMULATION-LINEZOLID TABL...

LINEZOLID TABLETS USP 600 MG (LINOTIK 600 TABLETS ...

#12

HS 30042033

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

$16.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.23

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

LINEZOLID (KABIZOLID) 300 ML (FFX) (NEPA

LINEZOLID KABIZOLID 300ML

#13

HS 30042049

Other quinolone/fluoroquinolone preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Linezolid trade

$11.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.45

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

LINEZOLID-600 MG TABLETS HIRZOLID TABLET BATCH NO...

#14

HS 30044990

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

$10.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$113.49

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

LINEZOLID FILM COATED TABLETS 600 MG (ZYVOXID) MED...

#15

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Linezolid trade

$4.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.49

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS ZOLIDART-600 LINEZOLID TAB...

#16

HS 30043190

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

$4.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$68.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS LINCEF NOVO 600 MG TAB LI...

LINEZOLID FILM COATED TABLETS 600 MG (ZYVOXID)

#17

HS 30041090

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

$3.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.51

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

LIZOFORCE 600MG TABLET LINEZOLID 600MGTABLET

NEZOLINK Linezolid 400mg/200ml BATCH NO

LINEZOLID INTRAVENOUS INFUSION 2MG/MLVLS

#18

HS 30049079

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

$3.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.93

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

LIZOLID 600MG / LINEZOLID TABLETS I.P 60

LIZOLID 600MG TABLET /LINEZOLID TABLETS

CUZIL TAB LINEZOLID 600MG

#19

HS 30049031

Anthelmintics and preparations thereof (retail) · 0.0% of Linezolid trade

$2.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.38

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTIONTABS LINEZO...

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTIONLINEZOLID T...

LINEZOL 600MG TAB (LINEZOLID)

#20

HS 30041010

Ampicillin and its salts, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Linezolid trade

$921

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$18.41

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

SCOZOLID IVLINEZOLID INFUSION 600MG/300ML ...

Where Linezolid is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Linezolid from India, by trade value

India exports Linezolid to 10+ countries under 33 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($12.6M), followed by Nigeria ($5.4M) and Netherlands ($5.3M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Linezolid pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$12.6M	33.5%
#2	Nigeria	$5.4M	14.4%
#3	Netherlands	$5.3M	14.1%
#4	Philippines	$1.5M	4.1%
#5	Russia	$1.5M	3.9%
#6	Indonesia	$1.4M	3.8%
#7	South Africa	$1.1M	2.9%
#8	Myanmar	$917.4K	2.4%
#9	Vietnam	$824.2K	2.2%
#10	Chile	$819.3K	2.2%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Linezolid primarily under HS code 30042099 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Linezolid 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 Linezolid HS Codes Work

Linezolid falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 33 codes used for Linezolid 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 Linezolid is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Linezolid trade (including the dominant code 30042099 at 48.9%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30042099 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Linezolid Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Linezolid 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 Linezolid.

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). Linezolid 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), Linezolid 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 Advanced Antibiotics — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Advanced Antibiotics therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Linezolid

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Linezolid is primarily classified under HS code 30042099, which pertains to "Other medicaments containing antibiotics, not elsewhere specified or included." The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and any preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) for this HS code vary across key importing countries:

United States: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30042099 is 0%. Under the United States-India Trade Policy Forum, there are no additional preferential rates applicable to this category.

Nigeria: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30042099 is 5%. Nigeria does not have an FTA with India that affects this tariff line.

Netherlands: As a member of the European Union, the Netherlands applies an MFN tariff rate of 0% for HS code 30042099. The EU-India Trade Agreement does not currently provide additional preferential rates for this category.

Philippines: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30042099 is 3%. The Philippines-India FTA does not offer further preferential rates for this product.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Linezolid HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Linezolid can be classified under HS codes 3003 or 3004, depending on its form:

HS 3003: 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 3004: 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 packaging and intended use are not accurately considered. For instance, bulk shipments intended for repackaging should be classified under HS 3003, while finished products ready for retail sale fall under HS 3004. Misclassification can lead to incorrect duty assessments, potential fines, and delays in customs clearance. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities emphasize 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 Linezolid HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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

Purity and Assay Requirements: Linezolid must contain not less than 98.0% and not more than 102.0% of the labeled amount, calculated on the anhydrous, solvent-free basis. Impurity profiles are tightly controlled to ensure safety and efficacy.

Dissolution Testing: Tablets and capsules are subjected to dissolution testing to confirm that the drug releases appropriately in the body, ensuring therapeutic effectiveness.

Stability Testing: Stability studies are conducted in accordance with the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering different climatic zones. For example, in Zone IV (hot and humid climates), Linezolid formulations are tested to ensure stability under accelerated conditions, typically at 40°C and 75% relative humidity, to predict shelf-life and storage conditions.

Adherence to these pharmacopoeial standards is crucial for regulatory approval and market acceptance, ensuring that Linezolid products are safe, effective, and of high quality.

Frequently Asked Questions — Linezolid HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Linezolid exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Linezolid exports from India is 30042099 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), which accounts for 48.9% of all Linezolid trade valued at $18.4M. In total, India exports Linezolid under 33 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Linezolid trade?

Linezolid is exported from India under 33 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $37.6M across 1,447 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 98.5% of total trade.

What is HS code 30042099?

HS code 30042099 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Linezolid, this code covers $18.4M in trade value with 377 transactions, 46 suppliers, and 131 buyers across 91 countries. The average unit price under this code is $6.63.

What is the difference between HS 30042099 and 30049087 for Linezolid?

HS 30042099 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) accounts for 48.9% of Linezolid trade ($18.4M) with an average unit price of $6.63, while HS 30049087 (Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail)) covers 27.2% ($10.2M) at $5.90 per unit. HS 30042099 involves 46 suppliers and 131 buyers, compared to 53 suppliers and 91 buyers for HS 30049087.

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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