Protein HS Code Trade Classification — 50 Codes, $257.7M Trade

Q: How much Protein is exported under HS code 30024200?

Under HS code 30024200, India exports $191.7M worth of Protein, representing 74.4% of total Protein trade. This involves 23 shipments from 6 Indian exporters to 4 buyers in 5 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Protein from India?

The top importing countries for Protein from India are Canada, Georgia, Thailand. The leading importer Canada accounts for $5.2M in trade value. In total, Protein is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 50 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Protein exporters from India?

The leading Protein exporters from India include ABIC BIOLOGICAL LABORATORIES LTD ($190.9M), CN-GEN MAB CO LIMITED ($38.5M), PANACEA BIOTEC PHARMA LIMITED ($5.7M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $257.7M.

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

HS code 30021300 has the highest average unit price at $168785361.69 per unit for Protein exports. This compares to the overall market average of $34672.91 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30024200 averages $2451.85 per unit.

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$14.9M228 Suppliers110 CountriesHS 30029090

ExportsIndia → CANADA34.7%India → GEORGIA10.9%

ImportsISRAEL → India$191.7M CHINA → India$40.5M

#1 Supplier: PANACEA BIOTEC #1 Buyer: APOTEX CORP

Protein HS Codes (2026) — 50 Classifications, $257.7M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Protein HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Protein under 50 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $257.7M across 7,433 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30024200 (Other vaccines for human medicine), accounting for 74.4% of all Protein trade at $191.7M. HS 30021500 (Immunological products, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 15.8% ($40.8M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 96.1% of total Protein trade from India. The average transaction value is $34673. Key importing markets include Canada, Georgia, Thailand. Leading exporters include ABIC BIOLOGICAL LABORATORIES LTD and CN-GEN MAB CO LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Protein HS Code Analysis — 50 classifications, $257.7M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Protein HS code analysis — 50 classifications · $257.7M trade value · 7,433 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Protein HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30024200	$191.7M	74.4%	23	$2451.85	6	5
#2	30021500	$40.8M	15.8%

HS 30024200

Other vaccines for human medicine · 74.4% of Protein trade

$191.7M

Trade Value

74.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$2451.85

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 4Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

Protinex original protein

Damage Repair Protein Shampoo

COM. NEWCASTLE DIS. VH. STRAIN & INFECT. B URSAL D...

HS 30021500

Immunological products, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 15.8% of Protein trade

$40.8M

Trade Value

15.8%

Market Share

2,035

Transactions

$312043.38

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 169Buyers: 88Countries: 41

Common Product Descriptions:

ANIBODIES-PROTEIN APC ANTIBODY

RENOCRIT-4000IU INJ (ERYTHROPROTEIN 4000

PROTEIN A ANTIBODY (QYT:6 ML)

HS 30049044

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 3.1% of Protein trade

$7.9M

Trade Value

3.1%

Market Share

166

Transactions

$62.82

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 36Buyers: 73Countries: 49

Common Product Descriptions:

PACLITAXEL PROTEIN-BOUND PARTICLES FOR I

PACLIALL PACLITAXEL (PROTEIN BOUND PARTI

NAB-PACLITERO 100MG(PROTEIN BOUND PACLIT

HS 30021290

Other antisera and blood fractions · 1.7% of Protein trade

$4.3M

Trade Value

1.7%

Market Share

2,552

Transactions

$3548.63

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 245Buyers: 207Countries: 82

Common Product Descriptions:

ANTICUCLIC CITRULLINATED PROTEINS,

Biotinylated Human CD38 Protein(QTY IN M

ANTICUCLIC CITRULLINATED PROTEINS

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 1.2% of Protein trade

$3.0M

Trade Value

1.2%

Market Share

236

Transactions

$153209.38

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 96Buyers: 110Countries: 73

Common Product Descriptions:

Protein Hair CR

PACLITAXEL (PROTEIN-BOUND PARTICLES) FOR

ALPAXEL 100MG (PACLITAXEL (PROTEIN BOUND

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 1.0% of Protein trade

$2.6M

Trade Value

1.0%

Market Share

126

Transactions

$33.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 25Buyers: 49Countries: 42

Common Product Descriptions:

PALIT SPAL 100MG (PACLITAXEL PROTEIN

PALIT SPAL 100(Paclitaxel Protein boundp

PALIT SPAL 100MG 1'S(PACLITAXEL PROTEIN

HS 30029090

Other blood products, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms · 0.6% of Protein trade

$1.6M

Trade Value

0.6%

Market Share

961

Transactions

$1680.76

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 112Buyers: 166Countries: 55

Common Product Descriptions:

PROTEIN (2 VIAL, 2-MG)

PROTEIN IN BUFFERED SOLUTION (QTY:15 ML

40UL OF N573.Q73 PROTEIN, CON(20UL/VIAL)

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 0.5% of Protein trade

$1.4M

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

237

Transactions

$620414.84

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 51Buyers: 45Countries: 12

Common Product Descriptions:

RMIL6I MOUSE IL-6 RECOMBINANT PROTEIN (ANTIBODY)

ANTI-B2-GLYCOPROTEIN 1 ELISA (IGG) (9601 G) (ELISA...

ANTI-B2-GLYCOPROTEIN 1 ELISA (IGM) (9601 M) (ELISA...

HS 30029010

Other blood products, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms · 0.4% of Protein trade

$1.1M

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

402

Transactions

$10521.86

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 45Buyers: 89Countries: 32

Common Product Descriptions:

ALPHA FETO PROTEIN (AFP) BATCH #FAF0038

Alpha Feto Protein (AFP) Batch #FAF0039

ALPHA FETO PROTEIN (AFP) BATCH# FAF0038

#10

HS 30021300

Immunological products, unmixed, not put up in measured doses · 0.3% of Protein trade

$722.6K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

133

Transactions

$168785361.69

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 31Buyers: 21Countries: 17

Common Product Descriptions:

ULLB 0005 RECOMBINANT PROTEIN SAMPLE 1 PP CONTAINE...

ULLB 0005 RECOMBINANT PROTEIN SAMPLE 1 BOTTLE 1X10...

#11

HS 30024119

Vaccines for human medicine (COVID-19 etc.) · 0.3% of Protein trade

$655.2K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$477.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 7Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

SARS-COV-2 RS PROTEIN COVID 19

JENVAC INACTIVATED JAPANESE ENCEPHALITIS PROTEIN

COVID-19 VACCINE,RECOMBINANT PROTEIN SUBUNIT,20 DO...

#12

HS 30045010

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

$305.2K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 17Countries: 18

Common Product Descriptions:

HAEMATINIC WITH CALCIUM,PROTEIN AND MINE

RENOCRIT 4000 INJ PFS ERYTHROPROTEIN

HEAMATINIC WITH CALSIUM PROTEIN AND MINERALS REDIN...

#13

HS 30029020

Other blood products, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms · 0.1% of Protein trade

$298.7K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

106

Transactions

$490.18

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 15Buyers: 22Countries: 20

Common Product Descriptions:

PROTEIN BLOCK DETAILS AS PER ANNEXURE

Anti-Human Apolipoprotein A1, Polyclonal

DIAGNOSTICS MATERIALS CFAS PROTEIN

#14

HS 30043990

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 0.1% of Protein trade

$259.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$13.75

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PRIVAGEN-PIRACETAM CEREBROPROTEIN GLUTAMIC ACID CH...

CHORULON 5X1500E+5X5ML SOL. (FREEZE DRIED PELLET O...

#15

HS 30043921

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 0.1% of Protein trade

$248.3K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$24.63

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

CHORULON 5X1500E 5X5ML SOL FREEZE DRIED PALLET OF ...

#16

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.1% of Protein trade

$184.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.50

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 11Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

Ferosica Syrup (200ml Capacity) (Protein

Sicazink Syrup (200ml Capacity) (Protein

Protein, Ginseng, Multivitamin & Mineral

#17

HS 30021400

Immunological products, mixed, not put up in measured doses · 0.1% of Protein trade

$173.5K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

139

Transactions

$2164.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 49Buyers: 32Countries: 24

Common Product Descriptions:

2 VIALS OF RECOMBINANT PROTEIN: 3MG PERVIAL(2 UNIT...

19 VIALS OF RECOMBINANT PROTEIN: 1MG PERVIAL(19 UN...

Non-Hazardous Chemicals - Protein (For laboratory ...

#18

HS 30049069

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

$81.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 3Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

RICONIA FORTE TABLETS PACK:BOX3X10s BATCH:RIF0123 ...

RICONIA FORTE TABLETS PACK:BOX3X10S BATCH:RIF0124 ...

RICONIA FORTE TABLETS PACK:BOX3X10s BATCH:RIF0224 ...

#19

HS 30045039

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.0% of Protein trade

$79.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.64

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 9Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

PROTOGEM TONIC 200ML EACH 15ML CONTAINS CARBOHYDRA...

PROTOGEM TONIC 100ML EACH 15ML CONTAINS CARBOHYDRA...

PROTOGEM TONIC 200ML PS EACH 15ML CONTAINS CARBOHY...

#20

HS 30029020

Other blood products, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms · 0.0% of Protein trade

$76.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1917.92

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

DIAGNOSTIC REAGENTS GOAT ANTI- HUMAN APOLIPOPROTEI...

Where Protein is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Protein from India, by trade value

India exports Protein to 10+ countries under 50 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Canada ($5.2M), followed by Georgia ($1.6M) and Thailand ($1.1M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Protein pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Canada	$5.2M	2.0%
#2	Georgia	$1.6M	0.6%
#3	Thailand	$1.1M	0.4%
#4	United States	$703.7K	0.3%
#5	Laos	$697.0K	0.3%
#6	Turkey	$613.8K	0.2%
#7	Afghanistan	$436.1K	0.2%
#8	Germany	$285.1K	0.1%
#9	China	$257.6K	0.1%
#10	Nepal	$236.9K	0.1%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Protein primarily under HS code 30024200 (Other vaccines for human medicine). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Protein 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 Protein HS Codes Work

Protein falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 50 codes used for Protein 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 Protein is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Protein trade (as finished formulations ready for dispensing). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30024200 refers to "Other vaccines for human medicine".

Regulatory & Compliance — Protein Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Protein 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 Protein.

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). Protein 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), Protein 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 Canada and Georgia have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Nutritional Supplements — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Nutritional Supplements therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Protein

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Protein HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

An examination of the Most-Favored-Nation (MFN) tariff rates for HS code 30024200 across our primary importing countries—Canada, Georgia, Thailand, United States, Laos, Turkey, Afghanistan, and Germany—reveals a range of applied duties. These rates are subject to change and may be influenced by existing Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with India, potentially offering preferential rates. Additionally, many countries provide exemptions or reduced tariffs for essential medicines, which could encompass certain protein products classified under this HS code. For precise and current tariff information, it is advisable to consult the respective national customs authorities or the World Trade Organization's tariff databases.

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Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Protein HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

The classification of protein products under HS codes 3003 (Medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses) versus 3004 (Medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses) is contingent upon their presentation and intended use. Common misclassification errors arise when products are not accurately assessed based on these criteria, leading to potential customs penalties and delays. Our data indicates that while HS code 30024200 accounts for 74.4% of trade value, a total of 50 different HS codes have been utilized, highlighting the complexity and risk of misclassification. Staying informed about recent World Customs Organization (WCO) rulings and national classification decisions is essential to mitigate these risks.

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

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Protein HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Protein products are subject to stringent quality standards as outlined in various pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP). These monographs specify requirements for purity, assay, dissolution, and stability testing. Stability testing is particularly critical and is conducted in accordance with the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, which define different climatic zones to ensure product efficacy and safety throughout its shelf life.

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Protein HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Protein exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Protein exports from India is 30024200 (Other vaccines for human medicine), which accounts for 74.4% of all Protein trade valued at $191.7M. In total, India exports Protein under 50 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Protein trade?

Protein is exported from India under 50 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $257.7M across 7,433 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 96.1% of total trade.

What is HS code 30024200?

HS code 30024200 refers to "Other vaccines for human medicine" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Protein, this code covers $191.7M in trade value with 23 transactions, 6 suppliers, and 4 buyers across 5 countries. The average unit price under this code is $2451.85.

What is the difference between HS 30024200 and 30021500 for Protein?

HS 30024200 (Other vaccines for human medicine) accounts for 74.4% of Protein trade ($191.7M) with an average unit price of $2451.85, while HS 30021500 (Immunological products, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 15.8% ($40.8M) at $312043.38 per unit. HS 30024200 involves 6 suppliers and 4 buyers, compared to 169 suppliers and 88 buyers for HS 30021500.

Official References & Regulatory Resources

HS code classifications follow the WCO Harmonized System. Verify tariff rates with your national customs authority.

Research Methodology & Data Transparency

Suresh Sormare

Verified Author

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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