Metronidazole HS Code Trade Classification — 58 Codes, $206.6M Trade

Q: How much Metronidazole is exported under HS code 30049022?

Under HS code 30049022, India exports $166.8M worth of Metronidazole, representing 80.7% of total Metronidazole trade. This involves 8,677 shipments from 720 Indian exporters to 1912 buyers in 427 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Metronidazole from India?

The top importing countries for Metronidazole from India are Tanzania, United States, France. The leading importer Tanzania accounts for $45.8M in trade value. In total, Metronidazole is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 58 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Metronidazole exporters from India?

The leading Metronidazole exporters from India include MEDOPHARM ($42.4M), UNICHEM LABORATORIES LIMITED ($28.5M), LINCOLN PHARMACEUTICALS LTD ($6.2M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $206.6M.

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

HS code 30045020 has the highest average unit price at $25.54 per unit for Metronidazole exports. This compares to the overall market average of $15000.18 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049022 averages $5.05 per unit.

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$202.0M962 Suppliers182 CountriesHS 30049022

ExportsIndia → TANZANIA22.7%India → UNITED STATES21.5%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$85.1K BRAZIL → India$12.3K

#1 Supplier: MEDOPHARM

Metronidazole HS Codes (2026) — 58 Classifications, $206.6M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Metronidazole HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Metronidazole under 58 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $206.6M across 13,772 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049022 (Analgesics, antipyretics — paracetamol/acetaminophen (retail)), accounting for 80.7% of all Metronidazole trade at $166.8M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 14.0% ($28.9M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 97.6% of total Metronidazole trade from India. The average transaction value is $15000. Key importing markets include Tanzania, United States, France. Leading exporters include MEDOPHARM and UNICHEM LABORATORIES LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Top Metronidazole HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049022	$166.8M	80.7%	8,677	$5.05	720	427
#2	30049099	$28.9M	14.0%

HS 30049022

Analgesics, antipyretics — paracetamol/acetaminophen (retail) · 80.7% of Metronidazole trade

$166.8M

Trade Value

80.7%

Market Share

8,677

Transactions

$5.05

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 720Buyers: 1912Countries: 427

Common Product Descriptions:

METRONIDAZOLE + NYSTATIN VAGINAL OVULES

METRONIDAZOLE TABLETS 200MG EACH TABLET

TOTAL QTY CONSUMED METRONIDAZOLE - BP GR

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 14.0% of Metronidazole trade

$28.9M

Trade Value

14.0%

Market Share

3,898

Transactions

$12.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 758Buyers: 1333Countries: 333

Common Product Descriptions:

HL MEDICINES METRONIDAZOLE TABLET BP 400

REBOK METRONIDAZOLE INFUSION (10100 PCS)

METROGA 400- METRONIDAZOLE-BATCH NO PT1

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 1.5% of Metronidazole trade

$3.2M

Trade Value

1.5%

Market Share

350

Transactions

$2.37

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 84Buyers: 142Countries: 79

Common Product Descriptions:

G TRIKOPOL CONTAINS: METRONIDAZOLE 250MG

DIROHEAL SUSPENSION (METRONIDAZOLE AND N

DIROSTOP SUSPENSION (METRONIDAZOLE AND N

HS 30042039

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.7% of Metronidazole trade

$1.4M

Trade Value

0.7%

Market Share

118

Transactions

$0.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 19Buyers: 48Countries: 35

Common Product Descriptions:

HUMAN MEDICINES-Metronidazole Injection

Metronidazole Tablets BP 250 mg(Metronid

HUMAN MEDICINE-Metronidazole Injection I

HS 30049074

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.6% of Metronidazole trade

$1.3M

Trade Value

0.6%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.04

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 7Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

METRONIDAZOLE INJECTION USP 500MG/100ML

METRONIDAZOLE INJECTION USP 500MG/100ML5MG/ML

METRONIDAZOLE INJECTION USP 500MG/100ML(5MG/ML)

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.5% of Metronidazole trade

$984.2K

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 20Buyers: 36Countries: 29

Common Product Descriptions:

Metronidazole Tab 200mg

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS METRONIDAZOLE 4

(HL MEDICINE ) METRONIDAZOLE INJ IP (BAT

HS 30049022

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.4% of Metronidazole trade

$749.2K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.40

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 25Buyers: 25Countries: 22

Common Product Descriptions:

METRO-DT200 (METRONIDAZOLE TABLETS USP 200 MG)KGS

METRONIDAZOLE 5MG/ML, 100ML INJ METRONIDAZOLE 5MG/...

PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS, METRONIDAZOLE TAB400MG BRAND...

HS 30039090

Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale) · 0.3% of Metronidazole trade

$685.5K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$21.04

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

DIRECT COMPRESSION GRADE PREMIX GRANULESOF METRONI...

DIRECT COMPRESSION GRADE PREMIX GRANULESMETRONIDAZ...

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.3% of Metronidazole trade

$557.8K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.20

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 22Buyers: 42Countries: 32

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINES METRONIDAZOLE INJECT

METRONIDAZOLE INFUSION BP 5MG/ML (T) BAT

Metronidazole Injection IP 100 ml (TAX I

#10

HS 30045020

Medicaments containing Vitamin B complex (retail) · 0.2% of Metronidazole trade

$460.9K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$25.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 14Buyers: 28Countries: 25

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS METRONIDAZOLE IN

MTR-IV-(Metronidazole intravenous infusi

Metronidazole Injection IP. 100ml

#11

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.2% of Metronidazole trade

$342.4K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.62

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 19Buyers: 24Countries: 21

Common Product Descriptions:

EVINAL PESSARIES (Metronidazole + Clotri

METRONIDAZOLE TABLETS BP 250MG-5937000 N

METRONIDAZOLE TABLETS BP 250MG - 5937000

#12

HS 30049087

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

$325.0K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$11.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 8Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

SPIRAMYCIN AND METRONIDAZOLE TABLETS 75

SPIRAMYCIN AND METRONIDAZOLE TABLETS 750

PHARMACEUTICALS GOODS/HARMLESS MEDICINE-METRONIDAZ...

#13

HS 30049021

Analgesics, antipyretics — aspirin preparations (retail) · 0.1% of Metronidazole trade

$185.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.96

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 7Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

NORMEZOL TABLETS 10X1X10 Metronidazoleand Norfloxa...

PHARMACEUTICALS DRUGS & MEDICINE METROZEE SUSP. 10...

PHARMACEUTICALS DRUGS & MEDICINE. METRONIDAZOLE BP...

#14

HS 30049099

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

$169.6K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.37

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 22Buyers: 28Countries: 19

Common Product Descriptions:

METRONIDAZOLE INTRAVENOUS INFUSION BP (5.0 GM/LTR ...

ABAZOLE 5MG/ML, 100ML INJ METRONIDAZOLE5MG/ML, 100...

HARM LESS MEDICINE,KETVAN METRONIDAZOLE500MG 100M...

#15

HS 30049039

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

$143.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.52

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 14Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

Pharmaceuticals Medicines NORGYL SUSP 30ML Metroni...

Pharma Medicines TOPGYL SUSP 60 ML Norfloxacin 125...

METRONIDAZOLE + NYSTATIN + NEOMYCIN SULP

#16

HS 30042031

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

$91.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.60

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 13Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

METROMID SUSP 100 ML METRONIDAZOLE SUS.

METROMID SUSP 60 ML METRONIDAZOLEPAEDIAT

NORFLOXACIN + METRONIDAZOLE SYRUP 60ML (

#17

HS 30042033

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

$53.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.99

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 13Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

METROGA 400 (METRONIDAZOLE ) TABLETS

METROGA 400 (METRONIDAZOLE) TABLETS

METROGA 400 (METRONIDAZOLE)

#18

HS 30049081

Anti-cancer medicaments, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Metronidazole trade

$41.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.84

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 6Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

FLAGYL 400 MG TABLETMETRONIDAZOLEPACK

FLAGYL 400 MG TABLETMETRONIDAZOLEPACKED IN 36 STRI...

NON HARMFUL PHARMACEUTICAL ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUC...

#19

HS 30042013

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

$30.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.21

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

CIPROBEST-MT 60ML CIPROFLOXACIN & METRONIDAZOLE OR...

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS...

MEDCIZOLE TABLETS (CIPROFLOXACIN & METRONIDAZOLE T...

#20

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.0% of Metronidazole trade

$27.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.21

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 7Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

B-COMPLEX WITH VITAMINE C METRONIDAZOLE

Metronidazole IV Infusion BP 5mg /ml, 10

METRONIDAZOLE INJ 500 MG -METRON BATCH R

Where Metronidazole is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Metronidazole from India, by trade value

India exports Metronidazole to 10+ countries under 58 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Tanzania ($45.8M), followed by United States ($43.5M) and France ($6.9M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Metronidazole pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Tanzania	$45.8M	22.2%
#2	United States	$43.5M	21.0%
#3	France	$6.9M	3.3%
#4	Kenya	$4.9M	2.4%
#5	Angola	$4.9M	2.4%
#6	Afghanistan	$4.9M	2.4%
#7	Ethiopia	$4.6M	2.2%
#8	Turkey	$4.6M	2.2%
#9	Mozambique	$3.7M	1.8%
#10	Uganda	$3.6M	1.7%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Metronidazole primarily under HS code 30049022 (Analgesics, antipyretics — paracetamol/acetaminophen (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Metronidazole 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 Metronidazole HS Codes Work

Metronidazole falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 58 codes used for Metronidazole 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 Metronidazole is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Metronidazole trade (including the dominant code 30049022 at 80.7%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049022 refers to "Analgesics, antipyretics — paracetamol/acetaminophen (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Metronidazole Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Metronidazole 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 Metronidazole.

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). Metronidazole 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), Metronidazole 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 Tanzania and United States 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

Metronidazole, primarily classified under HS code 30049022, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential treatments across different countries.

Tanzania: As a member of the East African Community (EAC), Tanzania applies the EAC Common External Tariff. Essential medicines, including Metronidazole, often benefit from reduced or zero tariffs to enhance accessibility.

United States: The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) indicates that pharmaceutical products under HS code 30049022 are typically duty-free under the MFN tariff schedule.

France: As part of the European Union (EU), France adheres to the EU's Common External Tariff. Medicaments under HS code 30049022 generally enjoy a zero percent MFN tariff rate.

Kenya: Similar to Tanzania, Kenya, as an EAC member, applies the EAC Common External Tariff, with essential medicines often receiving favorable tariff treatments.

Angola: Angola's tariff schedule, as per the World Trade Organization (WTO) database, shows that pharmaceutical products under HS code 30049022 are subject to an MFN tariff rate of approximately 2%.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Metronidazole HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Metronidazole's classification under the HS system can lead to disputes, particularly between headings 3003 and 3004. HS code 3003 pertains to medicaments not put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale, while 3004 covers those that are. Given that 80.7% of Metronidazole shipments are classified under HS code 30049022, which falls under heading 3004, it indicates that the product is predominantly traded in measured doses or retail forms.

Common misclassification errors include:

Incorrectly classifying retail-packaged Metronidazole under HS 3003: This can result in inaccurate duty assessments and potential legal penalties.

Misidentifying the product form: Failing to distinguish between bulk and retail forms can lead to incorrect HS code application.

Customs authorities may impose penalties for misclassification, including fines and delays in shipment clearance. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) emphasize the importance of accurate classification to ensure proper duty application and compliance with international trade regulations.

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Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for Metronidazole Capsules specifies that each capsule must contain not less than 90.0% and not more than 110.0% of the labeled amount of metronidazole. Dissolution testing requires that not less than 85% of the labeled amount dissolves within 30 minutes in 0.1 N hydrochloric acid.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP): The BP monograph aligns closely with the USP, stipulating similar assay and dissolution requirements to ensure consistent product quality.

European Pharmacopoeia (EP): The EP sets forth comparable standards, emphasizing assay limits and dissolution parameters to maintain therapeutic efficacy.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP monograph for Metronidazole includes specific tests for purity, assay, and dissolution to ensure the drug's quality and performance.

Stability testing for Metronidazole is conducted in accordance with the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering different climatic zones:

Frequently Asked Questions — Metronidazole HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Metronidazole exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Metronidazole exports from India is 30049022 (Analgesics, antipyretics — paracetamol/acetaminophen (retail)), which accounts for 80.7% of all Metronidazole trade valued at $166.8M. In total, India exports Metronidazole under 58 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Metronidazole trade?

Metronidazole is exported from India under 58 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $206.6M across 13,772 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 97.6% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049022?

HS code 30049022 refers to "Analgesics, antipyretics — paracetamol/acetaminophen (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Metronidazole, this code covers $166.8M in trade value with 8,677 transactions, 720 suppliers, and 1912 buyers across 427 countries. The average unit price under this code is $5.05.

What is the difference between HS 30049022 and 30049099 for Metronidazole?

HS 30049022 (Analgesics, antipyretics — paracetamol/acetaminophen (retail)) accounts for 80.7% of Metronidazole trade ($166.8M) with an average unit price of $5.05, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 14.0% ($28.9M) at $12.10 per unit. HS 30049022 involves 720 suppliers and 1912 buyers, compared to 758 suppliers and 1333 buyers for HS 30049099.

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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