Paracetamol HS Code Trade Classification — 60 Codes, $360.7M Trade

Q: How much Paracetamol is exported under HS code 30049069?

Under HS code 30049069, India exports $151.1M worth of Paracetamol, representing 41.9% of total Paracetamol trade. This involves 5,862 shipments from 423 Indian exporters to 880 buyers in 277 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Paracetamol from India?

The top importing countries for Paracetamol from India are United Kingdom, Australia, South Africa. The leading importer United Kingdom accounts for $55.2M in trade value. In total, Paracetamol is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 60 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Paracetamol exporters from India?

The leading Paracetamol exporters from India include ADCOCK INGRAM LIMITED ($22.1M), IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED ($17.3M), GRANULES INDIA LIMITED ($14.8M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $360.7M.

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

HS code 30049011 has the highest average unit price at $29.07 per unit for Paracetamol exports. This compares to the overall market average of $23415.96 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049069 averages $4.96 per unit.

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$357.3M870 Suppliers170 CountriesHS 30049069

ExportsIndia → UNITED KINGDOM15.4%India → AUSTRALIA9.0%

ImportsMEXICO → India$686.3K GERMANY → India$483.4K

#1 Supplier: ADCOCK INGRAM #1 Buyer: ADCOCK INGRAM

Paracetamol HS Codes (2026) — 60 Classifications, $360.7M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Paracetamol HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Paracetamol under 60 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $360.7M across 15,405 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049069 (Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)), accounting for 41.9% of all Paracetamol trade at $151.1M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 31.6% ($114.0M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 96.5% of total Paracetamol trade from India. The average transaction value is $23416. Key importing markets include United Kingdom, Australia, South Africa. Leading exporters include ADCOCK INGRAM LIMITED and IPCA LABORATORIES LIMITED . Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Paracetamol HS Code Analysis — 60 classifications, $360.7M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Paracetamol HS code analysis — 60 classifications · $360.7M trade value · 15,405 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Paracetamol HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049069	$151.1M	41.9%	5,862	$4.96	423	277
#2	30049099	$114.0M	31.6%

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 41.9% of Paracetamol trade

$151.1M

Trade Value

41.9%

Market Share

5,862

Transactions

$4.96

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 423Buyers: 880Countries: 277

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS, PARACETAMOL SUS

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS-PARACETAMOL CAPS

PARACETAMOL CAPSULES 500MG BATCH NO: 220

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 31.6% of Paracetamol trade

$114.0M

Trade Value

31.6%

Market Share

5,900

Transactions

$17.95

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 858Buyers: 1335Countries: 356

Common Product Descriptions:

PARACETAMOL I.V. 100ML GLASS

###CONT PARACATO PERFUSION (PARACETAMOL)

Paracetamol Tablets BP 50x2 (Simbadol Ta

HS 30049061

Antihistamines and anti-allergy preparations (retail) · 10.4% of Paracetamol trade

$37.5M

Trade Value

10.4%

Market Share

1,690

Transactions

$6.70

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 249Buyers: 493Countries: 238

Common Product Descriptions:

PARACETAMOL TABLETS BP 500MG (20000x10x1

PARACETAMOL SYRUP 125MG/5ML-PARACETAMOL

Paracetamol Sustained Release Tablets 10

HS 30039090

Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale) · 8.6% of Paracetamol trade

$30.9M

Trade Value

8.6%

Market Share

329

Transactions

$9.84

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 17Buyers: 69Countries: 57

Common Product Descriptions:

Compresso PAP 83.3S ( Paracetamol Granul

COMPRESSO PAP 90CPC(PARACETAMOL/ACETAMIN

Compresso PAP 77P (Paracetamol Granules

HS 30049063

Anti-inflammatory preparations (non-steroidal) (retail) · 4.1% of Paracetamol trade

$14.7M

Trade Value

4.1%

Market Share

666

Transactions

$13.22

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 140Buyers: 208Countries: 132

Common Product Descriptions:

TRIAFEN CAPSULE (Paracetamol 325mg., Ib

IBUCODAL(IBUPROFEN 200MG+PARACETAMOL 325

1-980 KOLD TIME TABLET (Paracetamol BP 5

HS 30049093

Nasal/respiratory preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.9% of Paracetamol trade

$3.2M

Trade Value

0.9%

Market Share

239

Transactions

$1.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 39Buyers: 64Countries: 52

Common Product Descriptions:

RHINICOLD P SYRUP (Paracetamol 125mg., P

GRIPGO TABLETS 10X10S (PARACETAMOL 500M

AGICOLD HOTMIX - ORANGE (PARACETAMOL + P

HS 30049066

Diclofenac preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.7% of Paracetamol trade

$2.4M

Trade Value

0.7%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.46

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 19Buyers: 31Countries: 25

Common Product Descriptions:

DICLOFENAC SODIUM & PARACETAMOL TABLETS

Diclofenac Sodium & Paracetamol Tablets

DEFNIL-P ( DICLOFENAC PARACETAMOL TABL

HS 30049062

Cough and cold preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.5% of Paracetamol trade

$1.9M

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

116

Transactions

$2.48

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 8Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

COMPRAL PAIN TABLETS (PARACETAMOL 100MG+

CITRAMON TABLET (Paracetamol 180mg, Acet

PAED. PARACETAMOL ORAL SOLUTION BP 120MG

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 0.3% of Paracetamol trade

$1.1M

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 31Buyers: 33Countries: 34

Common Product Descriptions:

DR. COLD TABLETS 25X4'S (PARACETAMOL, CA

SKYMOL TABLETParacetamol Tablet BP. B.

PARACETAMOL+SODIUM CITRATE+CPM (SINAREST

#10

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 0.2% of Paracetamol trade

$652.6K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.09

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 13Countries: 14

Common Product Descriptions:

VALUS-SP (ACECLOFENAC,PARACETAMOL AND SE

PARACETAMOL 500MG CAFFEINE 65MG TABLET

PHARMACEUTICALS (PARACETAMOL 100ML 120MG

#11

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.2% of Paracetamol trade

$565.8K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$26.91

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 14Countries: 12

Common Product Descriptions:

PARACETAMOL TABLETS BP 500 MG (BATCH NO.

PARACETAMOL SUSPENSION (BATCH NO. KA2206

PARACETAMOL SYRUP 100 ML (BATCH NO. KA22

#12

HS 30042069

Other antibiotic medicaments, put up for retail sale · 0.1% of Paracetamol trade

$534.5K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.96

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 19Buyers: 20Countries: 18

Common Product Descriptions:

HL MEDICINES PARACETAMOL 325MG ,DICLOFEN

MEFDIC - P SYP Mefenamic & Paracetamol s

PARACETAMOL TABS 500MG BULK

#13

HS 30049083

Anti-diabetic medicaments (other than insulin) (retail) · 0.1% of Paracetamol trade

$423.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.10

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

G BLARGIN CONTAINS: PARACETAMOL 500MG DI

#14

HS 30045010

Medicaments containing Vitamin A (retail) · 0.1% of Paracetamol trade

$182.0K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ZENDEX TABLETS 55 X 2S PARACETAMOL ASPIRIN AND CAF...

ZENDEX TABLETS 55 X 2 S PARACETAMOL AS

#15

HS 30045020

Medicaments containing Vitamin B complex (retail) · 0.1% of Paracetamol trade

$181.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.56

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 12Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

FEBRAMOL-PARACETAMOL INFUSION 10MG/ML-10

FEBRAMOL -PARACETAMOL INFUSION 10MG/ML -

FEBRAMOL - PARACETAMOL INFUSION 10 MG/ M

#16

HS 30049059

Other cardiovascular preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Paracetamol trade

$164.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.26

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 8Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

Paracetamol, Diclofenac Sodium and Caffe

PARAPAIN CAPSULES 50X2(PARACETAMOL CAF

ADCO-NAPAMOL TABLETS (PARACETAMOL 500MG

#17

HS 30049031

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

$130.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.20

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 34Countries: 25

Common Product Descriptions:

PARAPIC-500MG TAB (PARACETAMOL 500MG. TA

HC-IBUCIN (IBUPROFEN,PARACETAMOL AND CAF

DCOLD TOTAL TAB PARACETAMOL, PHENYLEPRIN

#18

HS 30049035

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

$103.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.87

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 8Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

TRIGAN-D (10X10 T) RM: PARACETAMOL B.P.

Dicyclomine HCI with Paracetamol Tablets

Dicyclo Mine Hcl With Paracetamol Tablet

#19

HS 30049011

Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda · 0.0% of Paracetamol trade

$90.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$29.07

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 6Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

COLDTIME (PARACETAMOL BP 300MG+ CAFFEINE

PAIN NERVE EXTRA Ibuprofen,Paracetamol,V

CALPOL 250 SUSP (60 ML) (PARACETAMOL)

#20

HS 30049021

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

$90.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

Paracetamol,Phenylephrine Hydrochloride,

PHARMACEUTICALS DRUGS&MEDI.-Paracetamol,

PARAVIS SUSP PARACETAMOL PAEDIATRIC ORAL

Where Paracetamol is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Paracetamol from India, by trade value

India exports Paracetamol to 10+ countries under 60 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United Kingdom ($55.2M), followed by Australia ($32.1M) and South Africa ($30.2M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Paracetamol pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United Kingdom	$55.2M	15.3%
#2	Australia	$32.1M	8.9%
#3	South Africa	$30.2M	8.4%
#4	Netherlands	$16.2M	4.5%
#5	France	$12.8M	3.5%
#6	Ghana	$12.2M	3.4%
#7	Mozambique	$8.3M	2.3%
#8	Sri Lanka	$7.2M	2.0%
#9	Senegal	$7.0M	1.9%
#10	Burkina Faso	$6.8M	1.9%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Paracetamol primarily under HS code 30049069 (Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Paracetamol 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 Paracetamol HS Codes Work

Paracetamol falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 60 codes used for Paracetamol 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 Paracetamol is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Paracetamol trade (including the dominant code 30049069 at 41.9%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049069 refers to "Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Paracetamol Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Paracetamol 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 Paracetamol.

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). Paracetamol 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), Paracetamol 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 Kingdom and Australia have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Analgesics & Antipyretics — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Analgesics & Antipyretics therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Paracetamol

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Paracetamol HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

For the countries listed, the Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates for HS code 30049069 (medicaments containing paracetamol) are as follows:

United Kingdom: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049069 is 0%.

Australia: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049069 is 0%.

South Africa: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049069 is 0%.

Netherlands: As a member of the European Union, the MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049069 is 0%.

France: As a member of the European Union, the MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049069 is 0%.

Ghana: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049069 is 0%.

Mozambique: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049069 is 0%.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Paracetamol HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Paracetamol can be classified under HS code 3003 or 3004, depending on its presentation:

HS 3003: Applies 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.

HS 3004: Applies to medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale.

Common classification errors include misclassifying bulk paracetamol intended for further processing under HS 3004 instead of HS 3003. Such misclassification can lead to customs penalties, including fines and delays in shipment clearance. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) emphasize the importance of accurate classification based on product presentation and intended use.

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

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Paracetamol HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Paracetamol is recognized in major pharmacopoeias:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP)

British Pharmacopoeia (BP)

European Pharmacopoeia (EP)

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP)

Key quality standards include:

Purity/Assay Requirements: Typically, paracetamol content should be between 98.0% and 102.0% of the labeled amount.

Impurity Limits: Specific limits are set for related substances, with individual impurities not exceeding 0.1% and total impurities not exceeding 0.5%.

Dissolution Testing: Tablets must release at least 80% of the labeled amount of paracetamol within 30 minutes in specified dissolution media.

Frequently Asked Questions — Paracetamol HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Paracetamol exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Paracetamol exports from India is 30049069 (Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)), which accounts for 41.9% of all Paracetamol trade valued at $151.1M. In total, India exports Paracetamol under 60 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Paracetamol trade?

Paracetamol is exported from India under 60 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $360.7M across 15,405 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 96.5% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049069?

HS code 30049069 refers to "Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Paracetamol, this code covers $151.1M in trade value with 5,862 transactions, 423 suppliers, and 880 buyers across 277 countries. The average unit price under this code is $4.96.

What is the difference between HS 30049069 and 30049099 for Paracetamol?

HS 30049069 (Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail)) accounts for 41.9% of Paracetamol trade ($151.1M) with an average unit price of $4.96, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 31.6% ($114.0M) at $17.95 per unit. HS 30049069 involves 423 suppliers and 880 buyers, compared to 858 suppliers and 1335 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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Frequently Asked Questions — Paracetamol HS Codes

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How many HS codes are used for Paracetamol trade?

What is HS code 30049069?

What is the difference between HS 30049069 and 30049099 for Paracetamol?

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Who are the top Paracetamol exporters from India?

Which Paracetamol HS code has the highest unit price?

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