Melphalan HS Code Trade Classification — 14 Codes, $12.8M Trade

Q: How much Melphalan is exported under HS code 30049049?

Under HS code 30049049, India exports $10.1M worth of Melphalan, representing 78.3% of total Melphalan trade. This involves 504 shipments from 113 Indian exporters to 184 buyers in 139 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Melphalan from India?

The top importing countries for Melphalan from India are Russia, United Kingdom, Malta. The leading importer Russia accounts for $3.0M in trade value. In total, Melphalan is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 14 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Melphalan exporters from India?

The leading Melphalan exporters from India include EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED ($5.6M), EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED ($3.3M), SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED ($1.0M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $12.8M.

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

HS code 30041090 has the highest average unit price at $56.73 per unit for Melphalan exports. This compares to the overall market average of $15056.28 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049049 averages $16.71 per unit.

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$12.8M153 Suppliers97 CountriesHS 30049049

ExportsIndia → RUSSIA23.4%India → UNITED KINGDOM21.3%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$43.2K CANADA → India$38.8K

#1 Supplier: EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS

Melphalan HS Codes (2026) — 14 Classifications, $12.8M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Melphalan HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Melphalan under 14 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $12.8M across 853 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049049 (Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail)), accounting for 78.3% of all Melphalan trade at $10.1M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 14.1% ($1.8M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.9% of total Melphalan trade from India. The average transaction value is $15056. Key importing markets include Russia, United Kingdom, Malta. Leading exporters include EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED and EMCURE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED . Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Melphalan HS Code Analysis — 14 classifications, $12.8M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Melphalan HS code analysis — 14 classifications · $12.8M trade value · 853 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Melphalan HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049049	$10.1M	78.3%	504	$16.71	113	139
#2	30049099	$1.8M	14.1%

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 78.3% of Melphalan trade

$10.1M

Trade Value

78.3%

Market Share

504

Transactions

$16.71

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 113Buyers: 184Countries: 139

Common Product Descriptions:

MELPHALAZ TAB 2 MG (MELPHALAN TAB IP 2MG

Melphalan 50mg powder and Solvent for so

MELPHALAN 2MG TAB

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 14.1% of Melphalan trade

$1.8M

Trade Value

14.1%

Market Share

283

Transactions

$42.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 101Buyers: 125Countries: 102

Common Product Descriptions:

ALKACEL 2MG TABLET (MELPHALAN 2MG TABLET

MELPHALAN INJECTION BP (LYOPHILIZED)

STERILE DILUENT FOR MELPHALAN FOR INJECT

HS 30049095

Dermatological preparations, put up for retail sale · 6.6% of Melphalan trade

$847.3K

Trade Value

6.6%

Market Share

Transactions

$26.21

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 7Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMAC PRODUCTS(FINISHED PRODUCT)(GENERIC NAME) M...

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS(FINISHED PRODUCT)(GENERIC...

PHARMA PRODUCTS (FINISHED PRODUCT)(GENERIC NAME) M...

HS 30049049

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

$96.8K

Trade Value

0.8%

Market Share

Transactions

$20.15

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 9Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

MLPHAMEX 2MG(MELPHALAN TAB 2MG) (BATCH NO: T24C046...

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS MYELOSTEM 2MG TAB MELPHAL...

ALKACEL 50MG INJ (MELPHALAN)

HS 30049099

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

$25.1K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$12.48

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

MELFALAX 50MG (MELPHALAN ) (VIALS)

MELKERAN 50MG INJ. MELPHALAN INJECTION IP 50MG (VI...

MEDICINES COMBI PACK OF MELPHALAN HYDROCHLORIDE FO...

HS 30043914

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

$2.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$11.88

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MELPHALAN FOR INJ. BP 50MG

HS 30043990

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

$1.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$17.87

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINAL PRODUCTS-MELPHAN 50 MELPH...

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Melphalan trade

$1.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$9.37

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

MELFALAX 50 MG INJ(MELPHALAN) BTACH NO:M

TAB MELKERAN -2 (MELPHALAN TABLET I P 2MG) 1 BOTTL...

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS:(Melphalan For Injection B...

HS 30041090

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

$715

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$56.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM MY...

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS ALKACEL 2MG TABLETMELPHAL...

#10

HS 30041090

Medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.0% of Melphalan trade

$552

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$27.58

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS ALKACEL 2 MG TABLETMELPHA...

#11

HS 30049044

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

$100

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$20.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTIONMELPHALAN 2...

#12

HS 30049021

Analgesics, antipyretics — aspirin preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Melphalan trade

$88

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$11.37

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MELPHALAN 50MG POWDER FOR SOLUTION FOR INJECTION/I...

#13

HS 30044990

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

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$18.86

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MELPHALAN HCI PLACEBO (QTY 0.100 GRAMS)

MELPHALAN HCI WS (QTY 0.240 GRAMS)

MELPHALAN WS LOT NO HLL1 O MLWS 23 1 2VIALS

#14

HS 30049039

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

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MELPHALAN HYDROCHLORIDE

Where Melphalan is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Melphalan from India, by trade value

India exports Melphalan to 10+ countries under 14 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Russia ($3.0M), followed by United Kingdom ($2.7M) and Malta ($1.2M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Melphalan pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Russia	$3.0M	23.3%
#2	United Kingdom	$2.7M	21.1%
#3	Malta	$1.2M	9.4%
#4	Canada	$978.9K	7.6%
#5	United States	$968.4K	7.5%
#6	Belgium	$653.2K	5.1%
#7	South Korea	$566.5K	4.4%
#8	Saudi Arabia	$352.7K	2.7%
#9	Turkey	$233.9K	1.8%
#10	Italy	$218.0K	1.7%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Melphalan primarily under HS code 30049049 (Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Melphalan 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 Melphalan HS Codes Work

Melphalan falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 14 codes used for Melphalan 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 Melphalan is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Melphalan trade (including the dominant code 30049049 at 78.3%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049049 refers to "Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Melphalan Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Melphalan 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 Melphalan.

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). Melphalan 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), Melphalan 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 Russia and United Kingdom 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

Melphalan, an alkylating agent used in chemotherapy, is typically classified under HS code 30049049, which pertains to "Other medicaments containing alkaloids or derivatives thereof, not elsewhere specified or included." The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) for this HS code in key importing countries are as follows:

Russia: The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), of which Russia is a member, applies an MFN tariff rate of 0% on HS code 30049049, reflecting the essential nature of pharmaceutical products.

United Kingdom: Post-Brexit, the UK Global Tariff (UKGT) maintains an MFN rate of 0% for HS code 30049049, aligning with the country's commitment to facilitating access to essential medicines.

Malta: As a member of the European Union, Malta adheres to the EU's Common External Tariff, which imposes an MFN rate of 0% on HS code 30049049, ensuring duty-free access to pharmaceuticals.

Canada: Under the Customs Tariff, Canada applies an MFN rate of 0% on HS code 30049049. Additionally, the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between Canada and India may offer preferential treatment, subject to specific conditions.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Melphalan HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

The classification of Melphalan under HS codes 3003 (Medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses) versus 3004 (Medicaments put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale) hinges on the product's presentation. Melphalan in bulk form, intended for further processing, falls under HS code 3003, while finished products ready for retail sale are classified under HS code 3004.

Common misclassification errors include:

Bulk vs. Finished Products: Misclassifying bulk Melphalan as a finished product can lead to incorrect duty assessments.

Incorrect Subheadings: Assigning Melphalan to subheadings not specific to alkaloids or their derivatives may result in non-compliance.

Customs authorities impose penalties for misclassification, including fines and potential delays in clearance. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs bodies emphasize the necessity of accurate classification to ensure proper duty application and adherence to trade regulations.

Our internal data indicates that 78.3% of Melphalan shipments are correctly classified under HS code 30049049. However, the use of 14 different HS codes across 853 shipments suggests a need for standardized classification practices to mitigate misclassification risks.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for Melphalan stipulates that the compound must contain not less than 93.0% and not more than 100.5% of C₁₃H₁₈Cl₂N₂O₂, calculated on the dried and ionizable chlorine-free basis.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP): The BP provides a reference standard for Melphalan, ensuring consistency and quality in pharmaceutical preparations.

European Pharmacopoeia (EP): The EP includes a monograph for Melphalan, detailing quality requirements for its use in medicinal products.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP lists Melphalan, specifying quality parameters to ensure its safety and efficacy in therapeutic applications.

Quality assessments for Melphalan encompass:

Purity and Assay Requirements: Ensuring the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) meets specified purity levels to guarantee therapeutic effectiveness.

Frequently Asked Questions — Melphalan HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Melphalan exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Melphalan exports from India is 30049049 (Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail)), which accounts for 78.3% of all Melphalan trade valued at $10.1M. In total, India exports Melphalan under 14 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Melphalan trade?

Melphalan is exported from India under 14 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $12.8M across 853 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.9% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049049?

HS code 30049049 refers to "Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Melphalan, this code covers $10.1M in trade value with 504 transactions, 113 suppliers, and 184 buyers across 139 countries. The average unit price under this code is $16.71.

What is the difference between HS 30049049 and 30049099 for Melphalan?

HS 30049049 (Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail)) accounts for 78.3% of Melphalan trade ($10.1M) with an average unit price of $16.71, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 14.1% ($1.8M) at $42.54 per unit. HS 30049049 involves 113 suppliers and 184 buyers, compared to 101 suppliers and 125 buyers for HS 30049099.

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 HS code 30049049?

What is the difference between HS 30049049 and 30049099 for Melphalan?

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