Roxithromycin HS Code Trade Classification — 7 Codes, $4.2M Trade

Q: How much Roxithromycin is exported under HS code 30042062?

Under HS code 30042062, India exports $3.1M worth of Roxithromycin, representing 73.9% of total Roxithromycin trade. This involves 193 shipments from 72 Indian exporters to 96 buyers in 47 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Roxithromycin from India?

The top importing countries for Roxithromycin from India are Vietnam, Cambodia, Australia. The leading importer Vietnam accounts for $1.4M in trade value. In total, Roxithromycin is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 7 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Roxithromycin exporters from India?

The leading Roxithromycin exporters from India include BRAWN LABORATORIES LIMITED ($1.1M), STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED ($587.1K), MARKSANS PHARMA LIMITED ($408.9K). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $4.2M.

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

HS code 30049062 has the highest average unit price at $40.54 per unit for Roxithromycin exports. This compares to the overall market average of $9682.69 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30042062 averages $5.58 per unit.

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Roxithromycin

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$4.2M78 Suppliers30 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → VIETNAM33.9%India → CAMBODIA18.3%

ImportsGERMANY → India$752

#1 Supplier: BRAWN LABORATORIES

Roxithromycin HS Codes (2026) — 7 Classifications, $4.2M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Roxithromycin HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Roxithromycin under 7 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $4.2M across 431 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30042062 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), accounting for 73.9% of all Roxithromycin trade at $3.1M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 24.3% ($1.0M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.6% of total Roxithromycin trade from India. The average transaction value is $9683. Key importing markets include Vietnam, Cambodia, Australia. Leading exporters include BRAWN LABORATORIES LIMITED and STRIDES PHARMA SCIENCE LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Roxithromycin HS Code Analysis — 7 classifications, $4.2M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Roxithromycin HS code analysis — 7 classifications · $4.2M trade value · 431 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Roxithromycin HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30042062	$3.1M	73.9%	193	$5.58	72	47
#2	30049099	$1.0M	24.3%

HS 30042062

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 73.9% of Roxithromycin trade

$3.1M

Trade Value

73.9%

Market Share

193

Transactions

$5.58

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 72Buyers: 96Countries: 47

Common Product Descriptions:

Roxithromycin Tablets (ROXILINK-150)(116

ROXIKEM 150MG (ROXITHROMYCIN) (10TAB)

ROXITHROMYCIN TABLETS 150MG (ROXIGIN 150

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 24.3% of Roxithromycin trade

$1.0M

Trade Value

24.3%

Market Share

229

Transactions

$20.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 38Buyers: 61Countries: 35

Common Product Descriptions:

RAXITID 150MG (ROXITHROMYCIN) SIZE-10 TA

ROXYCHEM 150MG ROXITHROMYCIN 150MG

R-THROXY 150 TABROXITHROMYCIN TAB

HS 30045034

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.7% of Roxithromycin trade

$28.0K

Trade Value

0.7%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.85

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ARBID TABLETS 150MG (ROXITHROMYCIN TABLE

HS 30049062

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

$19.6K

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$40.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

ROXITOP-150 TABLET (ROXITHROMYCIN TABLET

ROXITOP 150 TABLET ROXITHROMYCIN TABLET150MG 10X10...

ROXITOP-150 TABLET (ROXITHROMYCIN TABLET150MG) 10X...

HS 30042061

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.3% of Roxithromycin trade

$12.6K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

REROX TABLET 10ALU PVC BLISTERX10TABSX1 ROXITHROMY...

REROX TABLET 10 ALU PVC BLISTER X 10 TABS X 1 ROXI...

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.3% of Roxithromycin trade

$11.9K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.90

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ALROX- 150 TAB (ROXITHROMYCIN 150 MG TA

HS 30042019

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

$2.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.94

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

SUROX TABLETS ROXITHROMYCIN 150MG

Where Roxithromycin is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Roxithromycin from India, by trade value

India exports Roxithromycin to 10+ countries under 7 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Vietnam ($1.4M), followed by Cambodia ($763.2K) and Australia ($758.8K). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Roxithromycin pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Vietnam	$1.4M	33.8%
#2	Cambodia	$763.2K	18.3%
#3	Australia	$758.8K	18.2%
#4	New Zealand	$405.4K	9.7%
#5	Myanmar	$233.2K	5.6%
#6	Germany	$165.4K	4.0%
#7	Madagascar	$144.5K	3.5%
#8	France	$77.7K	1.9%
#9	China	$43.0K	1.0%
#10	Thailand	$42.3K	1.0%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Roxithromycin primarily under HS code 30042062 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Roxithromycin 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 Roxithromycin HS Codes Work

Roxithromycin falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 7 codes used for Roxithromycin 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 Roxithromycin is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Roxithromycin trade (including the dominant code 30042062 at 73.9%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30042062 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Roxithromycin Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Roxithromycin 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 Roxithromycin.

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). Roxithromycin 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), Roxithromycin 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 Vietnam and Cambodia 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 Roxithromycin

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Roxithromycin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Roxithromycin, classified under HS code 30042062, is subject to varying tariff rates across different countries. Below is an overview of the Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and any preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with India, as well as exemptions for essential medicines:

Vietnam: According to the Vietnam Trade Portal, the MFN tariff rates for pharmaceutical products can be accessed through their search feature. (vietnamtradeportal.gov.vn)

Cambodia: Under the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (AANZFTA), Cambodia has committed to eliminating tariffs on pharmaceutical products, including those under HS code 3004.20.11, by 2025. (mfa.gov.bn)

Australia: Australia's tariff schedule indicates that medicaments containing other antibiotics under HS code 3004.20.00 have an MFN rate of 0%, and this rate is already free under existing FTAs. (tariff-finder.govt.nz)

New Zealand: New Zealand's tariff schedule, as per the New Zealand Customs Service, indicates that medicaments containing other antibiotics under HS code 3004.20.00 have an MFN rate of 0%, and this rate is already free under existing FTAs. (tariff-finder.govt.nz)

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Roxithromycin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Roxithromycin, an antibiotic, is typically classified under HS code 3004.20.00 when presented in measured doses or retail packaging. However, classification disputes can arise, particularly between HS codes 3003 and 3004.

HS Code 3003: This code covers 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. This includes bulk forms intended for further processing or repackaging.

HS Code 3004: This code applies to medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (e.g., tablets, capsules) or in forms or packings for retail sale.

Common misclassification errors include:

Bulk vs. Retail Packaging: Classifying bulk medicaments under HS code 3004 instead of 3003.

Measured Doses: Misclassifying products in measured doses under HS code 3003.

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 emphasize the importance of accurate classification to ensure compliance and avoid such penalties.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Roxithromycin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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

Purity/Assay Requirements: The monographs define acceptable purity levels and assay methods to confirm the correct potency of Roxithromycin.

Dissolution Testing: They outline dissolution testing procedures to ensure the drug releases its active ingredient appropriately in the body.

Stability Testing: Stability testing guidelines are provided, considering the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) zones, to ensure the drug maintains its quality over its shelf life under various environmental conditions.

Adherence to these pharmacopoeial standards is crucial for regulatory approval and market acceptance in different regions.

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Roxithromycin HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Roxithromycin exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Roxithromycin exports from India is 30042062 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)), which accounts for 73.9% of all Roxithromycin trade valued at $3.1M. In total, India exports Roxithromycin under 7 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Roxithromycin trade?

Roxithromycin is exported from India under 7 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $4.2M across 431 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.6% of total trade.

What is HS code 30042062?

HS code 30042062 refers to "Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Roxithromycin, this code covers $3.1M in trade value with 193 transactions, 72 suppliers, and 96 buyers across 47 countries. The average unit price under this code is $5.58.

What is the difference between HS 30042062 and 30049099 for Roxithromycin?

HS 30042062 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) accounts for 73.9% of Roxithromycin trade ($3.1M) with an average unit price of $5.58, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 24.3% ($1.0M) at $20.25 per unit. HS 30042062 involves 72 suppliers and 96 buyers, compared to 38 suppliers and 61 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

Suresh Sormare

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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 — Roxithromycin HS Codes

What is the HS code for Roxithromycin exports from India?

How many HS codes are used for Roxithromycin trade?

What is HS code 30042062?

What is the difference between HS 30042062 and 30049099 for Roxithromycin?

Official References & Regulatory Resources

Research Methodology & Data Transparency

Suresh Sormare

Primary Data Source

How much Roxithromycin is exported under HS code 30042062?

Which countries import the most Roxithromycin from India?

Who are the top Roxithromycin exporters from India?

Which Roxithromycin HS code has the highest unit price?

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