Prednisolone HS Code Trade Classification — 73 Codes, $6.0B Trade

Q: How much Prednisolone is exported under HS code 30043912?

Under HS code 30043912, India exports $5.9B worth of Prednisolone, representing 97.8% of total Prednisolone trade. This involves 4,515 shipments from 493 Indian exporters to 957 buyers in 337 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Prednisolone from India?

The top importing countries for Prednisolone from India are United Kingdom, United States, Australia. The leading importer United Kingdom accounts for $20.8M in trade value. In total, Prednisolone is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 73 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Prednisolone exporters from India?

The leading Prednisolone exporters from India include PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BV ($5.7B), PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BV ($223.6M), STERIL-GENE LIFE SCIENCES PRIVATE LIMITED ($9.2M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $6.0B.

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

HS code 30049099 has the highest average unit price at $7785.89 per unit for Prednisolone exports. This compares to the overall market average of $531891.37 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30043912 averages $83.94 per unit.

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$96.0M755 Suppliers182 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED KINGDOM21.7%India → UNITED STATES21.4%

ImportsITALY → India$5.2B BELGIUM → India$689.2M

#1 Supplier: STRIDES PHARMA #1 Buyer: BELLS HEALTHCARE

Prednisolone HS Codes (2026) — 73 Classifications, $6.0B Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Prednisolone HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Prednisolone under 73 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $6.0B across 11,350 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30043912 (Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)), accounting for 97.8% of all Prednisolone trade at $5.9B. HS 30 (Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30)) follows at 1.1% ($65.0M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.8% of total Prednisolone trade from India. The average transaction value is $531891. Key importing markets include United Kingdom, United States, Australia. Leading exporters include PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BV and PFIZER SERVICE COMPANY BV. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Prednisolone HS Code Analysis — 73 classifications, $6.0B trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Prednisolone HS code analysis — 73 classifications · $6.0B trade value · 11,350 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Prednisolone HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30043912	$5.9B	97.8%	4,515	$83.94	493	337
#2	30	$65.0M	1.1%	28

HS 30043912

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 97.8% of Prednisolone trade

$5.9B

Trade Value

97.8%

Market Share

4,515

Transactions

$83.94

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 493Buyers: 957Countries: 337

Common Product Descriptions:

PREDNISOLONE EP GR WT:20.246 KGS

OMNACORTIL 20MG TAB PREDNISOLONE DISPERS

PREDNIHEAL 40MG TAB-PREDNISOLONE-BATCH N

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 1.1% of Prednisolone trade

$65.0M

Trade Value

1.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$2960.33

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 8Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

Depo-Medrol 40mg/mL (methylprednisolone acetate in...

Depo-Medrol 20mg/mL (methylprednisolone acetate in...

SOLU-MEDROL AOV 125MG 2ML (METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODI...

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 0.8% of Prednisolone trade

$49.2M

Trade Value

0.8%

Market Share

4,901

Transactions

$7785.89

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 690Buyers: 905Countries: 337

Common Product Descriptions:

MPHEAL 16MG-METHYLPREDNISOLONE-BATCH NO

MPHEAL 4MG-METHYLPREDNISOLONE-BATCH NOH

PREDNISOLONE TABLETS BP [5MG] [SPUK] (16

HS 30042019

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

$7.0M

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$10.28

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 14Buyers: 16Countries: 15

Common Product Descriptions:

Prednisolone Acetate Opthalmic Suspensio

METHYL PREDNISOLONE ORBUCELL 40MG INJECTION B NO 1...

INJ CELOPRED 1000 METHYLPREDNISOLONE SO

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.1% of Prednisolone trade

$3.1M

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$10.94

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 27Buyers: 31Countries: 25

Common Product Descriptions:

VINKPRED-80 MG INJ (METHYLPREDNISOLONE S

KIDPRED SUS (PREDNISOLONE 60 ML%)

PREDNISOLONE TABLETS BP 20 mg(Prednisolo

HS 30043200

Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail) · 0.0% of Prednisolone trade

$2.0M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

259

Transactions

$72.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 86Buyers: 94Countries: 76

Common Product Descriptions:

ZYPRED 40MG INJ (METHYLPREDNISOLONE)

METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM SUCCINATE

PREDCIP 20 TABS (PREDNISOLONE) [1896(PAC

HS 30041090

Other medicaments containing penicillins or streptomycins (retail) · 0.0% of Prednisolone trade

$1.7M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

251

Transactions

$10.95

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 55Buyers: 66Countries: 55

Common Product Descriptions:

Prednisolone Dispersible Tablets 20mg (O

Prednisolone Dispersible Tablets 40mg (O

Prednisolone Dispersible Tablets IP 5mg

HS 30049087

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

$1.6M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

240

Transactions

$0.48

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 30Buyers: 40Countries: 36

Common Product Descriptions:

PRED FORTE 1% 10ML (PREDNISOLONE ACETATE

PRED FORTE EYE DROP(PREDNISOLONE ),PACK-

Prednisolone acetate ophthalmic suspensi

HS 30032000

Medicaments containing antibiotics (not retail) · 0.0% of Prednisolone trade

$1.4M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

203

Transactions

$3.38

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 96Countries: 78

Common Product Descriptions:

AUROFORT [PREDNISOLONE ACETATE 1% - 5ML]

AUROPRED[PREDNISOLONE SODIUM PHOSPHATE 0

AUROFORT[PREDNISOLONE ACETATE 1% - 5 ML]

#10

HS 30043990

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

$796.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$178.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 34Buyers: 44Countries: 40

Common Product Descriptions:

METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUM SUCCINATE FOR

PREDMET 8MG TAB-METHYLPREDNISOLONE 8M- B

OMNACORTIL 5MG DT TAB - PREDNISOLONE

#11

HS 30045090

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

$542.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.31

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 19Buyers: 29Countries: 28

Common Product Descriptions:

PREDNIHEAL 10 MG (PREDNISOLONE)

PREDNISOLONE TABLETS IP 10MG BRAND NAME-

P-SOLONE 5 TABLETS(PREDNISOLONE BP 5MG T

#12

HS 30049063

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

$504.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.80

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PREDNISOLONE TABLETS BP [5MG] [SPUK] 333182.00X 2X...

PREDNISOLONE TAB BP 1MG 186151.00X 2X14SNOS

PREDNISOLONE TABLETS BP [5MG] [SPUK] 327162.00X 2X...

#13

HS 30049099

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

$284.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 29Buyers: 25Countries: 19

Common Product Descriptions:

PREDNIHEAL 20 MG (10 TAB) PREDNISOLONE

PREDNIHEAL 40 (10 TAB) PREDNISOLONE

ASPER INVOICE NO: ZPPL/XP/2425/009 DATE:01/04/2024...

#14

HS 30042099

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

$182.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.56

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 19Buyers: 39Countries: 23

Common Product Descriptions:

PREDSHOT -40 INJ Methylprednisolone (40m

HARMLESS MEDICINES METHYLPREDNISOLONE FO

HARMLESS MEDICINE- PRESOL (PREDNISOLONE

#15

HS 30049079

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

$119.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.32

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 7Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS (PREDNISOLONE 5MG TAB 10

PREDNISOLONE 5MG TABLETS (2X14'S) (BATCH

PREDNISOLONE 2.5MG TABLETS (2X14'S) (BAT

#16

HS 30039090

Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale) · 0.0% of Prednisolone trade

$106.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.20

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

Prednisolone Tablets BP [1mg] [Co-Pharma

#17

HS 30049012

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

$93.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PREDNISOLONE TABLETS BP 5MG (1000S)

#18

HS 30049031

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

$49.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.83

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 6Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

Prednisolone Tablets BP 5 MG PREDNACE

METHYLPREDNISOLONE 40MG INJECTION DEPOPRED 2ML

PREDNIHEAL 20 MG 10 TAB PREDNISOLONE- BATCH NO - T...

#19

HS 30049034

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

$45.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.71

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PRED FORTE 1% 10ML (PREDNISOLONE ACETATE) SIZE-1 U...

METHPREL 40MG IV/M (1*1 VIAL) METHYLPREDNISOLONE S...

NOVACORT 125 ( METHYLPREDNISOLONE SODIUMSUCCINATE ...

#20

HS 30049039

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

$45.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$13.75

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 6Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

SOLU-ARROW 4,METHYLPREDNISOLONE TABLETS4MG,BATCH N...

SOLU-ARROW 16,METHYLPREDNISOLONE TABLETS16MG,BATCH...

MEDROL 4MG TABLET.B.NO: HH3318/MFG-6/23& EXP-5/28[...

Where Prednisolone is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Prednisolone from India, by trade value

India exports Prednisolone to 10+ countries under 73 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United Kingdom ($20.8M), followed by United States ($20.6M) and Australia ($8.7M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Prednisolone pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United Kingdom	$20.8M	0.3%
#2	United States	$20.6M	0.3%
#3	Australia	$8.7M	0.1%
#4	Dominican Republic	$7.4M	0.1%
#5	Pakistan	$4.6M	0.1%
#6	Sri Lanka	$3.2M	0.1%
#7	United Arab Emirates	$2.8M	0.0%
#8	Yemen	$1.9M	0.0%
#9	Ecuador	$1.3M	0.0%
#10	Uganda	$1.3M	0.0%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Prednisolone primarily under HS code 30043912 (Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Prednisolone 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 Prednisolone HS Codes Work

Prednisolone falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 73 codes used for Prednisolone 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 Prednisolone is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Prednisolone trade (including the dominant code 30043912 at 97.8%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30043912 refers to "Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Prednisolone Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Prednisolone 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 Prednisolone.

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). Prednisolone 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), Prednisolone 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 United States have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Respiratory — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Respiratory therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Prednisolone

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Prednisolone HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Prednisolone, classified under HS code 30043912, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) across key importing countries.

United Kingdom: As a member of the World Trade Organization (WTO), the UK applies an MFN tariff rate of 0% on pharmaceutical products under HS code 30043912. The UK has no specific FTA with India affecting this rate.

United States: The U.S. maintains an MFN tariff rate of 0% for pharmaceuticals under HS code 30043912. There is no FTA between the U.S. and India that alters this rate.

Australia: Australia imposes an MFN tariff rate of 0% on pharmaceutical products under HS code 30043912. The India-Australia Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (ECTA), effective December 29, 2022, ensures continued duty-free access for such products.

Dominican Republic: The Dominican Republic applies an MFN tariff rate of 3% on pharmaceuticals under HS code 30043912. There is no FTA with India affecting this rate.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Prednisolone HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Prednisolone can be classified under HS codes 3003 or 3004, depending on its form and packaging:

HS Code 3003: Applies to medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale.

HS Code 3004: Pertains to medicaments put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale.

Common misclassification errors include:

Classifying bulk prednisolone intended for further processing under HS code 3004 instead of 3003.

Misidentifying prednisolone formulations with other corticosteroids, leading to incorrect HS code assignment.

Such misclassifications can result in 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.

Our internal data indicates that 97.8% of prednisolone shipments are correctly classified under HS code 30043912, reflecting a high compliance rate. However, vigilance is necessary to maintain this standard and avoid potential disputes.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Prednisolone HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Prednisolone is recognized in major pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP). These monographs specify stringent quality standards:

Purity/Assay Requirements: Prednisolone must contain not less than 97.0% and not more than 102.0% of C₂₁H₂₈O₅, calculated on the dried basis.

Dissolution Testing: Prednisolone tablets are required to meet specific dissolution criteria to ensure proper bioavailability.

Stability Testing: Stability studies are conducted per International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering different climatic zones to ensure product efficacy throughout its shelf life.

Adherence to these standards is crucial for regulatory compliance and to ensure the safety and efficacy of prednisolone products in the market.

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Prednisolone HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Prednisolone exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Prednisolone exports from India is 30043912 (Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)), which accounts for 97.8% of all Prednisolone trade valued at $5.9B. In total, India exports Prednisolone under 73 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Prednisolone trade?

Prednisolone is exported from India under 73 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $6.0B across 11,350 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.8% of total trade.

What is HS code 30043912?

HS code 30043912 refers to "Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Prednisolone, this code covers $5.9B in trade value with 4,515 transactions, 493 suppliers, and 957 buyers across 337 countries. The average unit price under this code is $83.94.

What is the difference between HS 30043912 and 30 for Prednisolone?

HS 30043912 (Medicaments containing other hormones (retail)) accounts for 97.8% of Prednisolone trade ($5.9B) with an average unit price of $83.94, while HS 30 (Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30)) covers 1.1% ($65.0M) at $2960.33 per unit. HS 30043912 involves 493 suppliers and 957 buyers, compared to 9 suppliers and 8 buyers for HS 30.

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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