Minocycline HS Code Trade Classification — 20 Codes, $22.9M Trade

Q: How much Minocycline is exported under HS code 30042049?

Under HS code 30042049, India exports $17.9M worth of Minocycline, representing 78.1% of total Minocycline trade. This involves 287 shipments from 24 Indian exporters to 51 buyers in 21 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Minocycline from India?

The top importing countries for Minocycline from India are United States, Netherlands, Brazil. The leading importer United States accounts for $21.4M in trade value. In total, Minocycline is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 20 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Minocycline exporters from India?

The leading Minocycline exporters from India include AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD ($6.3M), AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD ($5.3M), AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED ($3.2M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $22.9M.

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

HS code 30 has the highest average unit price at $2276.00 per unit for Minocycline exports. This compares to the overall market average of $33064.01 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30042049 averages $14.16 per unit.

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$22.8M92 Suppliers34 CountriesHS 30042049

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES93.9%India → NETHERLANDS2.2%

ImportsUNITED STATES → India$52.2K CHINA → India$2.8K

#1 Buyer: AUROLOGISTICS LLC,

Minocycline HS Codes (2026) — 20 Classifications, $22.9M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Minocycline HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Minocycline under 20 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $22.9M across 693 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30042049 (Other quinolone/fluoroquinolone preparations (retail)), accounting for 78.1% of all Minocycline trade at $17.9M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 20.8% ($4.8M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.9% of total Minocycline trade from India. The average transaction value is $33064. Key importing markets include United States, Netherlands, Brazil. Leading exporters include AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD and AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Minocycline HS Code Analysis — 20 classifications, $22.9M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Minocycline HS code analysis — 20 classifications · $22.9M trade value · 693 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Minocycline HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30042049	$17.9M	78.1%	287	$14.16	24	21
#2	30049099	$4.8M	20.8%

HS 30042049

Other quinolone/fluoroquinolone preparations (retail) · 78.1% of Minocycline trade

$17.9M

Trade Value

78.1%

Market Share

287

Transactions

$14.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 24Buyers: 51Countries: 21

Common Product Descriptions:

MINOCYCLINE CAPSULES 100MG (MINOCYCLINE

MINOCYCLINE CAPSULES 50MG (1152X100'S)

MINOCYCLINE-INJECTION-100MG-DIVAINE-

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 20.8% of Minocycline trade

$4.8M

Trade Value

20.8%

Market Share

322

Transactions

$60.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 89Buyers: 93Countries: 50

Common Product Descriptions:

MINOZ 100MG (SUN PHARMA, MINOCYCLINE) MI

MINOZ 100MG( MINOCYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE )

MINOZ 100MG - MINOCYCLINE BATCH NO.SKD1

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.9% of Minocycline trade

$201.2K

Trade Value

0.9%

Market Share

Transactions

$17.52

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

MINOZ EP CAP 100MG PACK : BOX5X10S BATCH: DFE4035A...

MINOLIN 100 [Batch No: MLNY0002] Minocycline Hydro...

MINYM GEL 4% 15GM MINOCYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE

HS 30042019

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

$14.2K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$20.52

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 5Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

DIVAINE 100MG INJ 1 Vial MINOCYCLINE

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS...

Contain Medicines Harmless Pharmaceutical Products...

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.1% of Minocycline trade

$11.8K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$13.91

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 12Countries: 10

Common Product Descriptions:

Minocycline Hydrochloride Tablets USP 10

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS MINOZ 100 MG TABSMINOCYCL...

MINOCYCLINE FOR INJECTION USP 100 MG

HS 30049063

Anti-inflammatory preparations (non-steroidal) (retail) · 0.0% of Minocycline trade

$8.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.78

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

MINOCYCLINE INJ.MINYUM INJ.B/NO:-AP58N05, M/DT.:-0...

MINYUM MINOCYCLINE FOR INJECTION USP 100 MGB/N: AP...

PHARMA PRODUCT-MINYUM 100 MG [EACH VIALCONTAINS MI...

HS 30049049

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

$4.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.29

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

DYNACIN 100 MG MINOCYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE(STERILE) ...

MINOCYCLONE 100MG TAB (MINOCYCLINE HYDROCHLORIDE)

MINOLINE INJ.MINOCYCLINE FOR INJ. USP 100MG (LYOP...

HS 30

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

$2.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2276.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MINOCIN (MINOCYCLINE) FOR INJECTION (100MG)

HS 30049099

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

$2.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$22.64

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

MINOCYCLONE 100 MG-MINOCYCLINE- BATCH NO LGM02/137...

Minocycline Hydrochloride Tablets USP 100MG

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS MINOZ - 100 TABSMINOCYCLIN...

#10

HS 30049039

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

$1.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.14

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS FOR HUMAN USE MIN...

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS FOR HUMAN USE:MIN...

#11

HS 30039034

Other medicaments of two or more mixed constituents (not retail) · 0.0% of Minocycline trade

$861

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.61

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

#12

HS 30041010

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

$803

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.09

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

MINOBET INJ.MINOCYCLINE 100MG INJ.(1*1 VAIL) AS PE...

HARMLESS LIFE SAVING PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINE:MINOC...

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN USE MINOCYCLINE FOR IN...

#13

HS 30049031

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

$389

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.50

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA PRODUCT- MINOLOX 100 MG EACH FILMCOATED TAB...

#14

HS 30049092

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

$243

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.07

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTIONMINOCYCLINE...

#15

HS 30042049

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

$213

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.66

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MINOCYCLINE HCL CAPS 50MG (CYNOMYCIN)(80PACKX6=480...

#16

HS 30049082

Immunosuppressant preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Minocycline trade

$43

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$21.50

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

#17

HS 30049034

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

$24

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTIONMINOCYCLINE...

#18

HS 30049087

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

$16

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MINOCYCLINE-TABLET-100MG-MINOLOX

#19

HS 30049029

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

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$9.46

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MELANOCYL 10MG (EACH PAC OF 200 TABS) EACH VIAL OF...

#20

HS 30044990

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

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.05

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MINOCYCLINE CAPSULES USP, 100MG,

Where Minocycline is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Minocycline from India, by trade value

India exports Minocycline to 10+ countries under 20 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($21.4M), followed by Netherlands ($491.8K) and Brazil ($307.2K). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Minocycline pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$21.4M	93.6%
#2	Netherlands	$491.8K	2.1%
#3	Brazil	$307.2K	1.3%
#4	Peru	$207.7K	0.9%
#5	Belgium	$157.9K	0.7%
#6	Singapore	$43.9K	0.2%
#7	Sri Lanka	$42.3K	0.2%
#8	United Arab Emirates	$21.9K	0.1%
#9	Italy	$21.0K	0.1%
#10	Mauritius	$19.1K	0.1%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Minocycline primarily under HS code 30042049 (Other quinolone/fluoroquinolone preparations (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Minocycline 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 Minocycline HS Codes Work

Minocycline falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 20 codes used for Minocycline 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 Minocycline is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Minocycline trade (including the dominant code 30042049 at 78.1%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30042049 refers to "Other quinolone/fluoroquinolone preparations (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Minocycline Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Minocycline 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 Minocycline.

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). Minocycline 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), Minocycline 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 Netherlands 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 Minocycline

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Minocycline HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Minocycline, classified under HS code 30042049, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential treatments across key importing countries.

United States: The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) indicates that pharmaceutical products under HS code 30042049 are generally duty-free under the MFN tariff schedule.

European Union (Netherlands, Belgium): According to the European Commission's TARIC database, the EU applies a zero percent MFN tariff rate to pharmaceutical products classified under HS code 30042049.

Brazil: The Brazilian Secretariat of Foreign Trade (SECEX) lists an MFN tariff rate of 8% for HS code 30042049. However, Brazil's participation in the Mercosur Common External Tariff (CET) may influence this rate.

Peru: The Peruvian National Superintendence of Customs and Tax Administration (SUNAT) applies an MFN tariff rate of 6% to products under HS code 30042049.

Singapore: The Singapore Customs authority maintains a zero percent MFN tariff rate for pharmaceutical products under HS code 30042049.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Minocycline HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Minocycline's classification under HS codes 3003 (medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together) versus 3004 (medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses) depends on its formulation and presentation. Our data indicates that 78.1% of Minocycline shipments are classified under HS code 30042049, suggesting a predominant classification as medicaments containing antibiotics.

Common misclassification errors include:

Incorrect Formulation Classification: Misidentifying the product's composition can lead to incorrect HS code assignment.

Inaccurate Product Description: Failing to provide precise product details may result in misclassification.

Such errors can lead to customs penalties, including fines and shipment delays. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities emphasize the importance of accurate classification to ensure compliance and facilitate trade.

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Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Minocycline HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Minocycline is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): Monographs for Minocycline Hydrochloride Tablets and Extended-Release Tablets outline specifications for purity, assay, and dissolution testing.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP): The Minocycline Capsules monograph specifies related substances, assay, and dissolution parameters.

European Pharmacopoeia (EP): Includes monographs detailing quality standards for Minocycline formulations.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): Provides monographs for Minocycline, aligning with international standards.

Purity and assay requirements typically mandate that Minocycline content falls within 95.0% to 105.0% of the labeled amount. Dissolution testing ensures consistent drug release profiles, while stability testing, as per International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, assesses product stability across different climatic zones to guarantee efficacy and safety throughout the product's shelf life.

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Frequently Asked Questions — Minocycline HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Minocycline exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Minocycline exports from India is 30042049 (Other quinolone/fluoroquinolone preparations (retail)), which accounts for 78.1% of all Minocycline trade valued at $17.9M. In total, India exports Minocycline under 20 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Minocycline trade?

Minocycline is exported from India under 20 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $22.9M across 693 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.9% of total trade.

What is HS code 30042049?

HS code 30042049 refers to "Other quinolone/fluoroquinolone preparations (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Minocycline, this code covers $17.9M in trade value with 287 transactions, 24 suppliers, and 51 buyers across 21 countries. The average unit price under this code is $14.16.

What is the difference between HS 30042049 and 30049099 for Minocycline?

HS 30042049 (Other quinolone/fluoroquinolone preparations (retail)) accounts for 78.1% of Minocycline trade ($17.9M) with an average unit price of $14.16, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 20.8% ($4.8M) at $60.00 per unit. HS 30042049 involves 24 suppliers and 51 buyers, compared to 89 suppliers and 93 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 the difference between HS 30042049 and 30049099 for Minocycline?

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