Methylprednisolone HS Code Trade Classification — 42 Codes, $6.0B Trade

Q: How much Methylprednisolone is exported under HS code 30043912?

Under HS code 30043912, India exports $5.9B worth of Methylprednisolone, representing 98.5% of total Methylprednisolone trade. This involves 604 shipments from 124 Indian exporters to 155 buyers in 114 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Methylprednisolone from India?

The top importing countries for Methylprednisolone from India are United States, Ecuador, Vietnam. The leading importer United States accounts for $20.5M in trade value. In total, Methylprednisolone is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 42 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Methylprednisolone exporters from India?

The leading Methylprednisolone exporters from India include PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BV ($5.7B), PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BV ($223.1M), PAR FORMULATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED ($4.9M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $6.0B.

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

HS code 30049099 has the highest average unit price at $22506.30 per unit for Methylprednisolone exports. This compares to the overall market average of $2089373.90 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30043912 averages $610.86 per unit.

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$29.3M355 Suppliers128 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES70.0%India → ECUADOR4.5%

ImportsITALY → India$5.2B BELGIUM → India$689.0M

#1 Supplier: PAR FORMULATIONS #1 Buyer: EVERSANA LIFE

Methylprednisolone HS Codes (2026) — 42 Classifications, $6.0B Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Methylprednisolone HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Methylprednisolone under 42 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $6.0B across 2,856 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30043912 (Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)), accounting for 98.5% of all Methylprednisolone trade at $5.9B. HS 30 (Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30)) follows at 1.1% ($65.0M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 100.0% of total Methylprednisolone trade from India. The average transaction value is $2089374. Key importing markets include United States, Ecuador, Vietnam. Leading exporters include PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BV and PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BV. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Methylprednisolone HS Code Analysis — 42 classifications, $6.0B trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Methylprednisolone HS code analysis — 42 classifications · $6.0B trade value · 2,856 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Methylprednisolone HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30043912	$5.9B	98.5%	604	$610.86	124	114
#2	30	$65.0M	1.1%

HS 30043912

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 98.5% of Methylprednisolone trade

$5.9B

Trade Value

98.5%

Market Share

604

Transactions

$610.86

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 124Buyers: 155Countries: 114

Common Product Descriptions:

V-MEPRED-4 (METHYLPREDNISOLONE 4MG) BATC

INJ. IYOPRED-40 (METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODI

MEDROL 4MG (METHYLPREDNISOLONE) SIZE-100

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 1.1% of Methylprednisolone trade

$65.0M

Trade Value

1.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$3895.97

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 6Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

Depo-Medrol 40mg/mL (methylprednisolone acetate in...

Depo-Medrol 20mg/mL (methylprednisolone acetate in...

SOLU-MEDROL AOV 125MG 2ML (METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODI...

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 0.4% of Methylprednisolone trade

$21.3M

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

1,611

Transactions

$22506.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 341Buyers: 415Countries: 197

Common Product Descriptions:

MPHEAL 16MG-METHYLPREDNISOLONE-BATCH NO

MPHEAL 4MG-METHYLPREDNISOLONE-BATCH NOH

OPRED-1000-METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM SUC

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.1% of Methylprednisolone trade

$3.0M

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$17.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 14Buyers: 15Countries: 13

Common Product Descriptions:

VINKPRED-80 MG INJ (METHYLPREDNISOLONE S

AV-Pred-40 Inj Methylprednisolone Acetat

METHYLPREDNISOLONE INJ 80MG/2ML IP PHARM

HS 30043200

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

$1.4M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

179

Transactions

$16.85

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 65Buyers: 73Countries: 60

Common Product Descriptions:

ZYPRED 40MG INJ (METHYLPREDNISOLONE)

METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM SUCCINATE

METHYLPREDNISOLONE (MPD INJ) 2ML

HS 30043990

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

$464.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$87.42

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 23Buyers: 32Countries: 31

Common Product Descriptions:

METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM SUCCINATE FOR

PREDMET 8MG TAB-METHYLPREDNISOLONE 8M- B

METHYLPREDNISOLONE ACETATE INJECTABLE S

HS 30049099

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

$176.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 12Buyers: 12Countries: 10

Common Product Descriptions:

ASPER INVOICE NO: ZPPL/XP/2425/009 DATE:01/04/2024...

METHYLPREDNISOLONE TAB USP 4 MG - 1 X 21

MPD 40 INJ (1X2 ML) METHYLPREDNISOLONE ACETATE INJ...

HS 30041090

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

$78.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.42

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 38Buyers: 41Countries: 38

Common Product Descriptions:

NOVACORT 500 ( METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM

EACH VIAL CONT. METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIU

MPD INJECTIONS ( METHYLPREDNISOLONE ACE

HS 30042099

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

$66.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.53

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 16Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

PREDSHOT -40 INJ Methylprednisolone (40m

HARMLESS MEDICINES METHYLPREDNISOLONE FO

METIPRED 500 (METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM

#10

HS 30042019

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

$58.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.82

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 7Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

INJ CELOPRED 1000 METHYLPREDNISOLONE SO

SOL-U PRED AC METHYLPREDNISOLONE ACETATEINJECTION ...

PHARMA PRODUCTS- I-METHYL 500 INJ [Methylprednisol...

#11

HS 30049034

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

$45.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.75

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

METHPREL 40MG IV/M (1*1 VIAL) METHYLPREDNISOLONE S...

NOVACORT 125 ( METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUMSUCCINATE ...

#12

HS 30049039

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

$44.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$30.78

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

SOLU-ARROW 4,METHYLPREDNISOLONE TABLETS4MG,BATCH N...

SOLU-ARROW 16,METHYLPREDNISOLONE TABLETS16MG,BATCH...

MEDROL 4MG TABLET.B.NO: HH3318/MFG-6/23& EXP-5/28[...

#13

HS 30043919

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

$30.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

108

Transactions

$3.20

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 26Buyers: 23Countries: 17

Common Product Descriptions:

IVEPRED 4 MG TAB-METHYLPREDNISOLONE-BATC

IVEPRED 8 MG - METHYLPREDNISOLONE - BAT

IVEPRED 4MG (METHYLPREDNISOLONE) SIZE-10

#14

HS 30049035

Anti-malarial preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Methylprednisolone trade

$27.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.89

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM SUCCINATE INJ

PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINAL PRODUCTS-METHYLPREDNISOLO...

#15

HS 30049049

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

$15.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.81

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

METHYLPREDNISOLONE INJECTION 1G BATCHNO:MPDH3E4 MA...

PHARMA PRODUCT-PREDSAN(METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM S...

PHARMA PRODUCT-MPSS 1000(METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM...

#16

HS 30049043

Laxative preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Methylprednisolone trade

$10.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA PRODUCT- MPSS 1000 (METHYLPREDNISOLONE INJE...

PHARMA PRODUCT- PREDHIL (METHYLPREDNISOLONE INJECT...

#17

HS 30049029

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

$9.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.11

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM SUCCINATE FOR

OPRED 500MG INJ(METHYLPREDNISOLONE) BATC

#18

HS 30049031

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

$3.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.88

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

METHYLPREDNISOLONE 40MG INJECTION DEPOPRED 2ML

#19

HS 30043110

Insulin preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Methylprednisolone trade

$2.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.26

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GOGAMPRED-500 (Methylprednisolone inj 50

#20

HS 30036000

Medicaments containing antimalarial substances (not retail) · 0.0% of Methylprednisolone trade

$2.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.48

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM SUCCINATE INJE

Where Methylprednisolone is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Methylprednisolone from India, by trade value

India exports Methylprednisolone to 10+ countries under 42 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($20.5M), followed by Ecuador ($1.3M) and Vietnam ($518.8K). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Methylprednisolone pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$20.5M	0.3%
#2	Ecuador	$1.3M	0.0%
#3	Vietnam	$518.8K	0.0%
#4	Sudan	$420.2K	0.0%
#5	Morocco	$409.0K	0.0%
#6	Venezuela	$408.4K	0.0%
#7	Algeria	$387.8K	0.0%
#8	Kazakhstan	$354.4K	0.0%
#9	Dominican Republic	$322.9K	0.0%
#10	United Arab Emirates	$315.6K	0.0%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Methylprednisolone primarily under HS code 30043912 (Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Methylprednisolone 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 Methylprednisolone HS Codes Work

Methylprednisolone falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 42 codes used for Methylprednisolone 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 Methylprednisolone is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Methylprednisolone trade (including the dominant code 30043912 at 98.5%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30043912 refers to "Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Methylprednisolone Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Methylprednisolone 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 Methylprednisolone.

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

Related Corticosteroids — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Corticosteroids therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Methylprednisolone

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

An analysis of the Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates for HS code 30043912, which pertains to Methylprednisolone, across key importing countries reveals the following:

United States: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30043912 is 0%. The U.S. does not have a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India that would alter this rate.

Ecuador: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30043912 is 0%. Ecuador does not have an FTA with India affecting this rate.

Vietnam: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30043912 is 0%. Vietnam and India are both members of the ASEAN-India Free Trade Area (AIFTA), which may offer preferential rates; however, specific details should be confirmed with the latest tariff schedules.

Sudan: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30043912 is 0%. There is no FTA between Sudan and India impacting this rate.

Morocco: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30043912 is 0%. Morocco does not have an FTA with India that affects this rate.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Methylprednisolone HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Methylprednisolone is predominantly classified under HS code 30043912, accounting for 98.5% of trade according to our data. However, misclassification can occur, particularly between HS codes 3003 and 3004. HS code 3003 pertains to "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," while HS code 3004 covers "Medicaments... put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale."

Common errors include misclassifying bulk pharmaceutical ingredients under HS 3004 instead of HS 3003. Such misclassifications can lead to customs penalties, delays in shipment clearance, and potential legal ramifications. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities have emphasized 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 Methylprednisolone HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Methylprednisolone is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP). The USP monograph specifies that Methylprednisolone should contain not less than 97.0% and not more than 103.0% of the active ingredient, calculated on the dried basis.

Quality standards encompass rigorous testing for purity, assay, dissolution, and stability. Dissolution testing ensures that the drug releases its active ingredient appropriately, while stability testing, guided by the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, assesses the drug's shelf life under various environmental conditions. These standards are crucial for maintaining the efficacy and safety of Methylprednisolone across different markets.

In conclusion, accurate HS code classification of Methylprednisolone is essential for compliance with international trade regulations. Stakeholders should remain vigilant about classification criteria, stay informed about tariff schedules in key markets, and adhere to stringent pharmacopoeial standards to ensure the quality and legality of Methylprednisolone in global trade.

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Methylprednisolone HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Methylprednisolone exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Methylprednisolone exports from India is 30043912 (Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)), which accounts for 98.5% of all Methylprednisolone trade valued at $5.9B. In total, India exports Methylprednisolone under 42 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Methylprednisolone trade?

Methylprednisolone is exported from India under 42 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $6.0B across 2,856 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 100.0% of total trade.

What is HS code 30043912?

HS code 30043912 refers to "Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Methylprednisolone, this code covers $5.9B in trade value with 604 transactions, 124 suppliers, and 155 buyers across 114 countries. The average unit price under this code is $610.86.

What is the difference between HS 30043912 and 30 for Methylprednisolone?

HS 30043912 (Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)) accounts for 98.5% of Methylprednisolone trade ($5.9B) with an average unit price of $610.86, while HS 30 (Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30)) covers 1.1% ($65.0M) at $3895.97 per unit. HS 30043912 involves 124 suppliers and 155 buyers, compared to 6 suppliers and 6 buyers for HS 30.

Official References & Regulatory Resources

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

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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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