Norfloxacin HS Code Trade Classification — 29 Codes, $8.3M Trade

Q: How much Norfloxacin is exported under HS code 30042031?

Under HS code 30042031, India exports $4.4M worth of Norfloxacin, representing 53.2% of total Norfloxacin trade. This involves 421 shipments from 97 Indian exporters to 239 buyers in 130 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Norfloxacin from India?

The top importing countries for Norfloxacin from India are Russia, Ethiopia, Afghanistan. The leading importer Russia accounts for $1.3M in trade value. In total, Norfloxacin is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 29 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Norfloxacin exporters from India?

The leading Norfloxacin exporters from India include SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED ($1.1M), IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED ($521.7K), MEDICAMEN BIOTECH LIMITED ($390.4K). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $8.3M.

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

HS code 30042099 has the highest average unit price at $103.63 per unit for Norfloxacin exports. This compares to the overall market average of $5901.74 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30042031 averages $1.97 per unit.

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$8.3M207 Suppliers96 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → RUSSIA15.4%India → ETHIOPIA12.4%

ImportsCANADA → India$26 ITALY → India$11

#1 Supplier: SUN PHARMACEUTICAL #1 Buyer: AO RANBAXY

Norfloxacin HS Codes (2026) — 29 Classifications, $8.3M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Norfloxacin HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Norfloxacin under 29 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $8.3M across 1,400 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30042031 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), accounting for 53.2% of all Norfloxacin trade at $4.4M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 24.6% ($2.0M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 95.1% of total Norfloxacin trade from India. The average transaction value is $5902. Key importing markets include Russia, Ethiopia, Afghanistan. Leading exporters include SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED and IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Norfloxacin HS Code Analysis — 29 classifications, $8.3M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Norfloxacin HS code analysis — 29 classifications · $8.3M trade value · 1,400 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Norfloxacin HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30042031	$4.4M	53.2%	421	$1.97	97	130
#2	30049099	$2.0M	24.6%

HS 30042031

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 53.2% of Norfloxacin trade

$4.4M

Trade Value

53.2%

Market Share

421

Transactions

$1.97

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 97Buyers: 239Countries: 130

Common Product Descriptions:

NORCIN 400MG TAB NORFLOXACIN

NORFLOXACIN TABLETS 400MG (BOX OF 10X10

Norfloxacin With Tinidazole Tablets ( No

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 24.6% of Norfloxacin trade

$2.0M

Trade Value

24.6%

Market Share

483

Transactions

$6.40

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 142Buyers: 194Countries: 102

Common Product Descriptions:

NORFLOX 200MG (NORFLOXACIN & LACTIC ACID

NORFLOX 400MG (NORFLOXACIN & LACTIC ACID

NORBUS-400 TAB 1X10(Norfloxacin 400 mg)M

HS 30042039

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 12.0% of Norfloxacin trade

$993.4K

Trade Value

12.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.85

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 14Buyers: 35Countries: 21

Common Product Descriptions:

NORBAX 400MG TABLETS EACH FILM COATED TABLET CONTA...

NORKIN PLUS SUSPENSION (NORFLOXACIN I.P

NORKIN PLUS SUSPENSION NORFLOXACIN I.P

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 3.4% of Norfloxacin trade

$279.1K

Trade Value

3.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.47

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 16Countries: 15

Common Product Descriptions:

Norflomet 400 ( Norfloxacin BP 400 mg +

Norflomet Tablet ( Norfloxacin BP 200 mg

Norflomet Suspension ( Norfloxacin BP 1

HS 30049022

Analgesics, antipyretics — paracetamol/acetaminophen (retail) · 1.9% of Norfloxacin trade

$155.3K

Trade Value

1.9%

Market Share

Transactions

$74.14

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 7Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

NOXAFLOR-MZ(NORFLOXACIN 100MG+METRONIDAZ

NOXAFLOR-MZ (NORFLOXACIN 100MG + METRONI

TROLOX TABLETS (EACH FILM COATED TABLET CONTAINS:M...

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 1.2% of Norfloxacin trade

$95.7K

Trade Value

1.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.83

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

NORLOTENNorfloxacin and Tinidazole Tabl

HARMLESS MEDICINES-GLONOX-NORFLOXACIN 400MG TABLET

NORLOTEN (NORFLOXACIN BP 400MG AND TINIDAZOLE BP 3...

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 1.1% of Norfloxacin trade

$90.4K

Trade Value

1.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$103.63

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 7Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

NORDYS ( (Norfloxacin + Tinadazole Table

LOXONE - T ( (Norfloxacin 400mg Tablets)

NOR 400MG TAB - NORFLOXACIN

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 0.8% of Norfloxacin trade

$64.9K

Trade Value

0.8%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.37

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 7Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

NORCOS Norfloxacin 400mg BATCH NO 22E T738 MFG DAT...

Pharmaceuticals Medicines NORGYL SUSP 30ML Metroni...

Pharma Medicines TOPGYL SUSP 60 ML Norfloxacin 125...

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.6% of Norfloxacin trade

$51.2K

Trade Value

0.6%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

Norfloxacin Lactic Acid Bacillus Table

NORFLOXACIN 400MG TABLET-NORFLOX 400MG T

NDS NFLOX-TZ TABLETS ( NORFLOXACIN + TIN

#10

HS 30049031

Anthelmintics and preparations thereof (retail) · 0.5% of Norfloxacin trade

$40.0K

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$19.09

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 4Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

NORFLOXACIN TABLETS BP 400MG

HARMLESS MEDICINES & PHARMACEUTICALS : NORFLOXACIN...

HARMLESS MEDICINES & PHARMACEUTICALS:NORFLOXACIN T...

#11

HS 30049061

Antihistamines and anti-allergy preparations (retail) · 0.3% of Norfloxacin trade

$24.5K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.43

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

NORMEZOLE TABLET NORFLOXACIN 400MG METRONIDZOLE 25...

#12

HS 30041010

Ampicillin and its salts, put up for retail sale · 0.2% of Norfloxacin trade

$15.1K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.53

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

NORFLOKEM TAB NORFLOXACIN

PHARMACEUTICALS MEDICINES- TORGYL SUSP. 60 ML(NO...

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS MEDICINES- TORGYL SUSP. 6...

#13

HS 30049021

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

$9.6K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.90

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

NORMEZOL TABLETS 10X1X10 Metronidazoleand Norfloxa...

#14

HS 30049023

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

$7.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.05

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

NORFLOXACIN BP 400MG , TINIDAZOLE BP 600

#15

HS 30049085

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

$3.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$15.67

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ANIAMOR NORFLOXACIN 20% ORAL SOLUTION 1LTR BOTTLE...

#16

HS 30042033

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

$787

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.65

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 5Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

NORFLOX-400 Norfloxacin

NORFLOX-400 - NORFLOXACIN

NORFLOX-400 (NORFLOXACIN) (10 TAB)

#17

HS 30049093

Nasal/respiratory preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Norfloxacin trade

$593

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.19

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

NORFLOXACIN & TINIDAZOLE WITH BETACYCLO

#18

HS 30042039

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

$200

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$10.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

NORFLOXACIN IP 400 MG (PACK OF 300 TABS)

#19

HS 30043990

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

$136

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

231

Transactions

$0.08

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 13Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

NORFLOX EYE DROP 0.3% (NORFLOXACIN) SIZE

NORFLOX EYE DROP 0 3 NORFLOXACIN SIZE 10 ML PACKS ...

#20

HS 30042033

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

$96

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.80

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

NORFLOX-400 (NORFLOXACIN) (10 TAB)

Where Norfloxacin is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Norfloxacin from India, by trade value

India exports Norfloxacin to 10+ countries under 29 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Russia ($1.3M), followed by Ethiopia ($1.0M) and Afghanistan ($640.7K). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Norfloxacin pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Russia	$1.3M	15.4%
#2	Ethiopia	$1.0M	12.4%
#3	Afghanistan	$640.7K	7.8%
#4	Congo Dr	$509.7K	6.2%
#5	Myanmar	$487.7K	5.9%
#6	Congo	$437.8K	5.3%
#7	Tanzania	$428.3K	5.2%
#8	Angola	$368.5K	4.5%
#9	France	$291.7K	3.5%
#10	Somalia	$248.6K	3.0%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Norfloxacin primarily under HS code 30042031 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Norfloxacin 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 Norfloxacin HS Codes Work

Norfloxacin falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 29 codes used for Norfloxacin 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 Norfloxacin is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Norfloxacin trade (including the dominant code 30042031 at 53.2%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30042031 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Norfloxacin Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Norfloxacin 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 Norfloxacin.

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). Norfloxacin 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), Norfloxacin 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 Ethiopia 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 Norfloxacin

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Norfloxacin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Norfloxacin, classified under HS code 30042031, is exported to several key markets, including Russia, Ethiopia, Afghanistan, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Myanmar, Tanzania, and Angola. Understanding the Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and any preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) is crucial for optimizing trade strategies.

Russia: As a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Russia applies MFN tariff rates to its trading partners. Specific tariff rates for HS code 30042031 should be verified through Russia's official customs tariff schedule or the WTO's tariff database.

Ethiopia: Ethiopia, also a WTO member, applies MFN tariff rates to imports. For HS code 30042031, the applicable tariff rate can be obtained from Ethiopia's Revenue and Customs Authority or the WTO's tariff database.

Afghanistan: Afghanistan, as a WTO member, applies MFN tariff rates to imports. The specific tariff rate for HS code 30042031 should be confirmed through Afghanistan's customs authority or the WTO's tariff database.

Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC): The DRC, a WTO member, applies MFN tariff rates to imports. The tariff rate for HS code 30042031 can be verified through the DRC's customs authority or the WTO's tariff database.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Norfloxacin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Norfloxacin, an antibacterial agent, is primarily classified under HS code 30042031, which pertains to "Medicaments containing antibiotics, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale." However, our data indicates that 29 different HS codes have been used for Norfloxacin shipments, with 53.2% classified under 30042031. Other codes include 30049099 (24.6%), 30042039 (12.0%), 30049029 (3.4%), and 30049022 (1.9%).

The distinction between HS codes 3003 and 3004 is critical:

HS 3003: Covers "Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 30.02, 30.05, or 30.06) consisting of two or more constituents which have been mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale."

HS 3004: Encompasses "Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 30.02, 30.05, or 30.06) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale."

Misclassification can occur if Norfloxacin is incorrectly categorized under HS 3003 when it is, in fact, packaged for retail sale, warranting classification under HS 3004. Such errors 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 emphasize the importance of accurate classification to ensure compliance and facilitate international trade.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Norfloxacin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Norfloxacin is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP). These monographs provide comprehensive quality standards to ensure the safety and efficacy of the drug.

Purity and Assay Requirements: The BP specifies that Norfloxacin should contain between 99.0% and 101.0% of the active substance, calculated on an anhydrous basis. Impurity limits are also defined, with individual unspecified impurities not exceeding 0.10% and total impurities not exceeding 0.5%.

Dissolution Testing: Dissolution tests are conducted to ensure the drug releases its active ingredient appropriately. For instance, the BP outlines specific conditions for dissolution testing of Norfloxacin tablets, including the use of an acetate buffer solution and measurement of absorbance at 276 nm.

Stability Testing: Stability studies are essential to determine the shelf life and storage conditions of pharmaceuticals. These studies are conducted in accordance with the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, which define different climatic zones. For example, Zone IV represents hot and humid conditions, relevant for countries like India. Stability testing ensures that Norfloxacin maintains its quality over its intended shelf life under various environmental conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions — Norfloxacin HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Norfloxacin exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Norfloxacin exports from India is 30042031 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), which accounts for 53.2% of all Norfloxacin trade valued at $4.4M. In total, India exports Norfloxacin under 29 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Norfloxacin trade?

Norfloxacin is exported from India under 29 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $8.3M across 1,400 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 95.1% of total trade.

What is HS code 30042031?

HS code 30042031 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Norfloxacin, this code covers $4.4M in trade value with 421 transactions, 97 suppliers, and 239 buyers across 130 countries. The average unit price under this code is $1.97.

What is the difference between HS 30042031 and 30049099 for Norfloxacin?

HS 30042031 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) accounts for 53.2% of Norfloxacin trade ($4.4M) with an average unit price of $1.97, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 24.6% ($2.0M) at $6.40 per unit. HS 30042031 involves 97 suppliers and 239 buyers, compared to 142 suppliers and 194 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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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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