Piperacillin HS Code Trade Classification — 27 Codes, $1.7B Trade

Q: How much Piperacillin is exported under HS code 30032000?

Under HS code 30032000, India exports $1.6B worth of Piperacillin, representing 94.6% of total Piperacillin trade. This involves 33 shipments from 9 Indian exporters to 4 buyers in 3 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Piperacillin from India?

The top importing countries for Piperacillin from India are United States, Brazil, Philippines. The leading importer United States accounts for $29.1M in trade value. In total, Piperacillin is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 27 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Piperacillin exporters from India?

The leading Piperacillin exporters from India include SHANDONG ANXIN PHARMACEUTICAL CO.LTD. ($1.6B), AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD ($17.7M), STERISCIENCE SPECIALTIES PRIVATE LIMITED ($12.2M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $1.7B.

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$88.2M280 Suppliers111 CountriesHS 30041090

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES32.9%India → BRAZIL13.9%

ImportsCHINA → India$1.6B PHILIPPINES → India$199.8K

#1 Buyer: EUGIA US

Piperacillin HS Codes (2026) — 27 Classifications, $1.7B Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Piperacillin HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Piperacillin under 27 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $1.7B across 2,204 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30032000 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (not retail)), accounting for 94.6% of all Piperacillin trade at $1.6B. HS 30041090 (Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail)) follows at 3.8% ($63.9M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.9% of total Piperacillin trade from India. The average transaction value is $757630. Key importing markets include United States, Brazil, Philippines. Leading exporters include SHANDONG ANXIN PHARMACEUTICAL CO.LTD. and AUROBINDO PHARMA LTD . Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Piperacillin HS Code Analysis — 27 classifications, $1.7B trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Piperacillin HS code analysis — 27 classifications · $1.7B trade value · 2,204 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Piperacillin HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30032000	$1.6B	94.6%	33	$11451.30	9	3
#2	30041090	$63.9M	3.8%

HS 30032000

Medicaments containing antibiotics (not retail) · 94.6% of Piperacillin trade

$1.6B

Trade Value

94.6%

Market Share

Transactions

$11451.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 4Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

TAZOBACTAM SODIUM & PIPERACILLIN SODIUM FOR INJECT...

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 3.8% of Piperacillin trade

$63.9M

Trade Value

3.8%

Market Share

1,178

Transactions

$10.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 150Buyers: 307Countries: 165

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA: PIPERACILLIN AND TAZOBACTAM FOR

PIPERACILLIN & TAZOBACTAM FOR INJECTION

PIPERACILLIN AND TAZOBACTAM FOR POWDER F

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.8% of Piperacillin trade

$12.9M

Trade Value

0.8%

Market Share

218

Transactions

$16.44

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 19Buyers: 50Countries: 43

Common Product Descriptions:

PIPERACILLIN AND TAZOBACTAM FOR INJECTIO

PIPERACILLIN & TAZOBACTAM 4.5 G INJECTIO

PERAZET INJ (PIPERACILLIN & TAZOBACTUM 4

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 0.6% of Piperacillin trade

$9.5M

Trade Value

0.6%

Market Share

520

Transactions

$945.64

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 181Buyers: 202Countries: 128

Common Product Descriptions:

PIPTAZONE 4.5 GM INJECTION PIPERACILLIN

Piperacillin and Tazobactam for Injectio

TAZOBACK 4.5GM PIPERACILLIN AND TAZOBACT

HS 30042019

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

$1.6M

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

110

Transactions

$2.34

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 34Buyers: 41Countries: 25

Common Product Descriptions:

PIPERABACTAM 4.5GM(PIPERACILLIN+TAZOBACT

PIPERACILLIN(AS SODIUM)+TAZOBACTUM(AS SO

LEVEPIPE PIPERACILLIN(AS SODIUM)+TAZOBAC

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 0.1% of Piperacillin trade

$1.1M

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$266.67

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PIPERACILLIN SODIUM AND TAZOBACTAM SODIUM (8:1) ST...

HS 30041010

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

$376.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$9.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 33Buyers: 51Countries: 38

Common Product Descriptions:

PIPRATAZ 4.5MG INJ (PIPERACILLIN & TAZOB

PIPERACILLIN+TAZOBACTAM-INJECTION-4GM+50

Plepra T Piperacillin (As Sodium) Tazoba

HS 30049029

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

$128.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 5Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

PIPERACILLIN SODIUM & TAZOBACTAM FOR INJ

PIPERACILLIN SODIUM & TAZOBACTAM FOR INJUSP 4.50 G...

PIPERACILLIN & TAZOBACTAM FOR INJECTIONUSP 4.5 GM-...

HS 30041030

Penicillin V and its salts, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Piperacillin trade

$95.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.53

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

TAZBACTAM - 4.5 PIPERACILLIN SODIUM + TA

PIZOTAZ [PIPERACILLIN & TAZOBACTAM FOR

PIPERACILLIN & TAZOBACTAM FOR INJECTION4.5G/VIAL (...

#10

HS 30049087

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

$30.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PIPERACILLIN AND TAZOBACTAM FOR INJECTIO

PIZOKIND 4.5 INJECTION, (PIPERACILLIN 40

PITZO 4.5GM INJ Piperacillin & Tazobacta

#11

HS 30041090

Medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.0% of Piperacillin trade

$16.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.61

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS:PIPZAR 4.5...

PIPERACILLIN AND TAZOBACTAM FOR INJECTION USP 4.5 ...

ARISTO DURATAZ 4.5G (PIPERACILLIN AND TAZOBACTAM F...

#12

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Piperacillin trade

$15.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

IC23892001 Piperacillin Sodium USP Pip

PIPERACILLIN AND TAZOBACTAM - INJECTIONS- 4.5GM - ...

#13

HS 30043990

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

$14.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.97

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL FORMATION: PIPTAZ 4.5 GM(COMBIPACK ...

#14

HS 30042039

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

$13.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.85

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

PIPERACILLIN SODIUM TAZOBACTAM SODIUM FO

PIPLAST-4.5GM INJ PIPERACILLIN & TAZOBACTAM INJ

#15

HS 30049049

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

$5.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.39

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

TAZIN 4.5GM INJ. PIPERACILLIN AND TAZOBA

BIOPIPTAZ-4.5 INJ INJ PIPERACILLIN (4000MG) + TAZO...

#16

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Piperacillin trade

$5.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.55

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS REVOMAX 4.5MG INJ PIPERACI...

#17

HS 30049061

Antihistamines and anti-allergy preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Piperacillin trade

$4.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.40

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHYTON INJECTION 4.5G (PIPERACILLIN & TA

#18

HS 30042063

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

$3.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PIPERACILLIN AND TAZOBACTAM FOR INJECTION (PIPERAC...

#19

HS 30021500

Immunological products, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 0.0% of Piperacillin trade

$2.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.95

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

REWARD ITEM HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINES FOR ...

#20

HS 30041010

Medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.0% of Piperacillin trade

$2.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.45

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PICZAR 4.5 INJ (PIPERACILLIN+TAZOBACTAM) BATCH NO....

Where Piperacillin is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Piperacillin from India, by trade value

India exports Piperacillin to 10+ countries under 27 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($29.1M), followed by Brazil ($12.2M) and Philippines ($9.1M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Piperacillin pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$29.1M	1.7%
#2	Brazil	$12.2M	0.7%
#3	Philippines	$9.1M	0.5%
#4	Malaysia	$6.2M	0.4%
#5	Hong Kong	$5.0M	0.3%
#6	Malta	$4.9M	0.3%
#7	Thailand	$4.5M	0.3%
#8	Canada	$2.2M	0.1%
#9	Colombia	$1.9M	0.1%
#10	United Kingdom	$1.3M	0.1%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Piperacillin primarily under HS code 30032000 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (not retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Piperacillin 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 Piperacillin HS Codes Work

Piperacillin falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 27 codes used for Piperacillin 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 Piperacillin is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Piperacillin trade (as finished formulations ready for dispensing). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30032000 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (not retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Piperacillin Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Piperacillin 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 Piperacillin.

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). Piperacillin 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), Piperacillin 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 Brazil 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 Piperacillin

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Piperacillin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Piperacillin, classified under HS code 30032000, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential treatments across different countries.

United States: The MFN tariff rate for HS 30032000 is 0%. The U.S. has Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with several countries, but specific preferential rates for Piperacillin under these agreements would require detailed examination of each FTA's provisions.

Brazil: As a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Brazil applies an MFN tariff rate to imports. The specific rate for HS 30032000 should be verified through Brazil's national tariff schedule.

Philippines: The Philippines' MFN tariff rate for HS 30032000 is 0%. There are no specific FTAs between the Philippines and India that would alter this rate.

Malaysia: Malaysia's MFN tariff rate for HS 30032000 is 0%. Under the ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement, preferential rates may apply, potentially reducing tariffs further.

Hong Kong: Hong Kong maintains a free port policy, imposing no tariffs on imports, including those under HS 30032000.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Piperacillin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Piperacillin is primarily classified under HS code 30032000, which covers "Medicaments containing antibiotics, not in measured doses or put up for retail sale." However, our data indicates that 27 different HS codes have been used for Piperacillin shipments, with 94.6% of trade value associated with HS 30032000.

The distinction between HS codes 3003 and 3004 is crucial:

HS 3003: Applies to medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not in measured doses or put up for retail sale.

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

Misclassification can occur when the packaging and presentation of Piperacillin are not accurately assessed. For instance, bulk shipments intended for further processing should be classified under HS 3003, while finished products ready for retail sale fall under HS 3004.

Common errors include misinterpreting bulk packaging as retail-ready or vice versa. Such misclassifications can lead to customs penalties, including fines and delays in shipment clearance. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities have emphasized the importance of accurate classification based on product presentation and intended use.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Piperacillin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Piperacillin is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP). Each monograph specifies stringent quality standards to ensure the safety and efficacy of the drug.

Purity/Assay Requirements: The monographs typically require a purity assay to confirm the active ingredient's concentration within a specified range, ensuring it meets the labeled claim. For example, the USP monograph for Piperacillin includes an assay test performed by High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) to determine the drug's potency.

Dissolution Testing: Dissolution tests are crucial for oral dosage forms to ensure the drug releases appropriately in the body. While Piperacillin is commonly administered parenterally, dissolution testing may be applicable for certain formulations, as specified in the respective pharmacopoeial monographs.

Stability Testing per ICH Zones: Stability testing guidelines are provided by the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) and are adopted by pharmacopoeias to ensure the drug maintains its quality over time under various environmental conditions. These tests assess factors such as temperature and humidity to establish appropriate storage conditions and shelf-life.

Frequently Asked Questions — Piperacillin HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Piperacillin exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Piperacillin exports from India is 30032000 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (not retail)), which accounts for 94.6% of all Piperacillin trade valued at $1.6B. In total, India exports Piperacillin under 27 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Piperacillin trade?

Piperacillin is exported from India under 27 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $1.7B across 2,204 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.9% of total trade.

What is HS code 30032000?

HS code 30032000 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (not retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Piperacillin, this code covers $1.6B in trade value with 33 transactions, 9 suppliers, and 4 buyers across 3 countries. The average unit price under this code is $11451.30.

What is the difference between HS 30032000 and 30041090 for Piperacillin?

HS 30032000 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (not retail)) accounts for 94.6% of Piperacillin trade ($1.6B) with an average unit price of $11451.30, while HS 30041090 (Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail)) covers 3.8% ($63.9M) at $10.03 per unit. HS 30032000 involves 9 suppliers and 4 buyers, compared to 150 suppliers and 307 buyers for HS 30041090.

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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