Salicylic HS Code Trade Classification — 34 Codes, $52.9M Trade

Q: How much Salicylic is exported under HS code 30049062?

Under HS code 30049062, India exports $47.3M worth of Salicylic, representing 89.5% of total Salicylic trade. This involves 1,301 shipments from 65 Indian exporters to 121 buyers in 86 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Salicylic from India?

The top importing countries for Salicylic from India are South Africa, Guinea, New Zealand. The leading importer South Africa accounts for $5.9M in trade value. In total, Salicylic is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 34 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Salicylic exporters from India?

The leading Salicylic exporters from India include SHANDONG XINHUA PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD. ($35.9M), RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED ($3.6M), RECKITT BENCKISER INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED ($2.2M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $52.9M.

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

HS code 30044990 has the highest average unit price at $34.45 per unit for Salicylic exports. This compares to the overall market average of $18567.13 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049062 averages $12.51 per unit.

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$16.8M276 Suppliers132 CountriesHS 30049062

ExportsIndia → SOUTH AFRICA35.2%India → GUINEA7.7%

#1 Supplier: RECKITT BENCKISER #1 Buyer: RECKITT BENCKISER

Salicylic HS Codes (2026) — 34 Classifications, $52.9M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Salicylic HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Salicylic under 34 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $52.9M across 2,850 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049062 (Cough and cold preparations, put up for retail sale), accounting for 89.5% of all Salicylic trade at $47.3M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 6.8% ($3.6M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.5% of total Salicylic trade from India. The average transaction value is $18567. Key importing markets include South Africa, Guinea, New Zealand. Leading exporters include SHANDONG XINHUA PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD. and RECKITT BENCKISER (INDIA) PRIVATE LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

Salicylic HS Code Analysis — 34 classifications, $52.9M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Salicylic HS code analysis — 34 classifications · $52.9M trade value · 2,850 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Salicylic HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049062	$47.3M	89.5%	1,301	$12.51	65	86
#2	30049099	$3.6M	6.8%

HS 30049062

Cough and cold preparations, put up for retail sale · 89.5% of Salicylic trade

$47.3M

Trade Value

89.5%

Market Share

1,301

Transactions

$12.51

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 65Buyers: 121Countries: 86

Common Product Descriptions:

SALICYLIX 6% (SALICYLIC ACID) SIZE-50 GM

SALICYLIX 12% (SALICYLIC ACID OINTMENT)

ASPIN 100 TABLETS (ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 6.8% of Salicylic trade

$3.6M

Trade Value

6.8%

Market Share

1,204

Transactions

$2.55

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 235Buyers: 491Countries: 212

Common Product Descriptions:

BENZOIC ACID & SALICYLIC ACID OINTMENT

DANDROFINE(KETOCONAZOLE 2% SALICYLIC ACI

SALICYLIC ACID OINTMENT 6% W/W 50G (SALI

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 2.2% of Salicylic trade

$1.1M

Trade Value

2.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.96

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 13Buyers: 15Countries: 16

Common Product Descriptions:

ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID 75MG TABLETS (ACTU

BENZOIC ACID AND SALICYLIC ACID OINTMENT

VARDHMANS STRONG HEAT 30GMS methyl salicylic BP 15...

HS 30043200

Medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones (retail) · 0.9% of Salicylic trade

$458.4K

Trade Value

0.9%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.48

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 24Buyers: 34Countries: 29

Common Product Descriptions:

CLOBETASOL PROPIONATE & SALICYLIC ACID -

BEZIC ( BETAMETHASON WITH SALICYLIC ACID

CLOBETASOL & SALICYLIC LOTION ( POWERCOR

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.3% of Salicylic trade

$133.3K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.02

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 21Buyers: 24Countries: 22

Common Product Descriptions:

GRILLE LOTION (SALICYLIC ACID BP 10% + P

DHANI LOTION (BENZOIC ACID & SALICYLIC A

GRILLE LOTION (SALICYLIC ACID BP 10% +

HS 30049079

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

$87.4K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.67

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 10Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

ASPIN EC(ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID 100 MG TAB

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION CLOB...

REWARD ITEM HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINES FOR ...

HS 30039090

Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale) · 0.1% of Salicylic trade

$47.7K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$17.58

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID STARCH 2368 Contain 90% Aspir...

ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID

HS 30041090

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

$22.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.86

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 11Buyers: 17Countries: 14

Common Product Descriptions:

DISPRIN TABS ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID TAB

CLEARWIN SOAP -Sulphur, Salicylic acid

Sulphur, Salicylic acid & vitamin E-CLEA

HS 30049066

Diclofenac preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Salicylic trade

$15.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$11.74

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

VOVIN GEL OLEUM LINI DICLOFENAC DIETHYLAMINE METHY...

VOVIN GEL (OLEUM LINI, DICLOFENAC DIETHYLAMINE MET...

#10

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 0.0% of Salicylic trade

$15.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.00

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID/ASPIRIN

#11

HS 30042099

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

$13.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.94

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINES ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID

LOBATE S OINTMENT 30 GM CLOBETASOL AND SALICYLIC A...

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS...

#12

HS 30049099

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

$11.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 13Buyers: 20Countries: 12

Common Product Descriptions:

PARACETAMOL, CAFFEINE AND ACETYL SALICYLIC ACID TA...

* ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID-300MG TABLET(DISPRIN TAB)

#13

HS 30049085

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

$8.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.73

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 12Countries: 16

Common Product Descriptions:

EPIOTIC-SALICYLIC ACID

EPIOTICEAR DROPS SALICYLIC ACID

NOT FOR HUMAN USE. VETERINARY PHARMACEUTICAL FINIS...

#14

HS 30059070

Other wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles · 0.0% of Salicylic trade

$6.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$10.39

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

DERMACORN SOLUTION 10 ML (SALICYLIC ACID

SALICYLIC ACID 40% CORN REMOVAL, PRODUCT:HEALING C...

#15

HS 30042039

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

$5.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.17

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PROTAR SCALP SOLUTION EACH 200ML BOTTLEHAVING COAL...

PROTAR OINTMENT Coal Tar 6%, Salicylic Acid 3%,BAT...

ULTITAR CS LOTION Clobetasol Propionate USP 0.05% ...

#16

HS 30044990

Other medicaments containing alkaloids or derivatives (retail) · 0.0% of Salicylic trade

$3.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$34.45

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

ACETYLSALICYLIC ACID (ASPIRIN) DRUG SUBSTANCE

Pr TEVA-5 ASA, 5-Aminosalicylic acid Enteric Coate...

#17

HS 30049022

Analgesics, antipyretics — paracetamol/acetaminophen (retail) · 0.0% of Salicylic trade

$3.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.11

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

HL MEDICINES NEUTRACEUTICAL PRODUCTS FOR EXPORT Be...

#18

HS 30045090

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

$1.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.58

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

INDIAN ORIGIN HARMLESS PHARMA MEDICINE AND HEALTHC...

PHARMACEUTICAL AND HEALTHCARE PRODUCT: SALISIX (SA...

SALISIX OINTMENT 50G (SALICYLIC ACID 12%50GMS OINT...

#19

HS 30043990

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

$1.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.88

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

SALICYLIC I.P

SALICYLIC I.P.

INDIAN ORIGIN HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT:MYSE...

#20

HS 30043200

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

$721

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.18

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS EZIMET S CREAM MOMETASOE ...

HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINES FOR HUMAN USE: M...

Where Salicylic is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Salicylic from India, by trade value

India exports Salicylic to 10+ countries under 34 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is South Africa ($5.9M), followed by Guinea ($1.3M) and New Zealand ($1.2M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Salicylic pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	South Africa	$5.9M	11.2%
#2	Guinea	$1.3M	2.4%
#3	New Zealand	$1.2M	2.3%
#4	Malta	$1.0M	2.0%
#5	Canada	$932.7K	1.8%
#6	Finland	$644.5K	1.2%
#7	Yemen	$592.9K	1.1%
#8	Netherlands	$512.4K	1.0%
#9	Gambia	$359.8K	0.7%
#10	United Arab Emirates	$348.5K	0.7%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Salicylic primarily under HS code 30049062 (Cough and cold preparations, put up for retail sale). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Salicylic 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 Salicylic HS Codes Work

Salicylic falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 34 codes used for Salicylic 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 Salicylic is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Salicylic trade (including the dominant code 30049062 at 89.5%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049062 refers to "Cough and cold preparations, put up for retail sale".

Regulatory & Compliance — Salicylic Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Salicylic 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 Salicylic.

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). Salicylic 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), Salicylic 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 South Africa and Guinea have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Combination Drugs — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Combination Drugs therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Salicylic

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Salicylic HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

An examination of the Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates for HS code 30049062, which pertains to "Other medicaments containing vitamins or other products of heading 2936," reveals the following for our top importing countries:

South Africa: The South African Revenue Service (SARS) indicates an MFN tariff rate of 0% for HS 30049062, aligning with the country's commitment to facilitating access to essential medicines.

Guinea: According to the World Trade Organization (WTO) Tariff Database, Guinea applies an MFN tariff rate of 5% on products under HS 30049062.

New Zealand: The New Zealand Customs Service lists an MFN tariff rate of 0% for HS 30049062, reflecting the nation's policy of exempting essential pharmaceuticals from import duties.

Malta: As a member of the European Union, Malta adheres to the EU's Common External Tariff, which imposes an MFN rate of 0% on HS 30049062, facilitating the importation of medicinal products.

Canada: The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) specifies an MFN tariff rate of 0% for HS 30049062, consistent with Canada's approach to essential medicines.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Salicylic HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

The classification of "Salicylic" under the Harmonized System can present challenges, particularly when distinguishing between HS headings 3003 and 3004:

HS 3003: This heading covers "Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005, or 3006) consisting of two or more constituents which have been mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale."

HS 3004: This heading includes "Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005, or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses (including those in the form of transdermal administration systems) or in forms or packings for retail sale."

Based on TransData Nexus data, "Salicylic" is predominantly classified under HS code 30049062, accounting for 89.5% of trade. This suggests that the product is primarily imported in forms suitable for retail sale, justifying its classification under HS 3004.

Common misclassification errors occur when the packaging or intended use is not clearly identified, leading to incorrect tariff applications. Such misclassifications can result in 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 facilitate international trade.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Salicylic acid is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, each specifying stringent quality standards:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for salicylic acid stipulates a purity of not less than 98.0% and not more than 102.0% on the dried basis. It includes tests for identification, assay, and limits for impurities.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP) and European Pharmacopoeia (EP): Both pharmacopoeias align closely with the USP standards, requiring a purity range of 99.5% to 100.5% calculated on the dried substance. They also mandate tests for identification, appearance of solution, and limits for impurities.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP monograph for salicylic acid specifies similar purity requirements and includes tests for identification, assay, and impurity limits, ensuring the substance meets the necessary quality standards for pharmaceutical use.

Regarding stability testing, salicylic acid is subject to the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, which define stability testing conditions based on climatic zones:

ICH Zone IV: This zone, which includes India, requires stability testing at 30°C ± 2°C and 75% ± 5% relative humidity.

Frequently Asked Questions — Salicylic HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Salicylic exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Salicylic exports from India is 30049062 (Cough and cold preparations, put up for retail sale), which accounts for 89.5% of all Salicylic trade valued at $47.3M. In total, India exports Salicylic under 34 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Salicylic trade?

Salicylic is exported from India under 34 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $52.9M across 2,850 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.5% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049062?

HS code 30049062 refers to "Cough and cold preparations, put up for retail sale" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Salicylic, this code covers $47.3M in trade value with 1,301 transactions, 65 suppliers, and 121 buyers across 86 countries. The average unit price under this code is $12.51.

What is the difference between HS 30049062 and 30049099 for Salicylic?

HS 30049062 (Cough and cold preparations, put up for retail sale) accounts for 89.5% of Salicylic trade ($47.3M) with an average unit price of $12.51, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 6.8% ($3.6M) at $2.55 per unit. HS 30049062 involves 65 suppliers and 121 buyers, compared to 235 suppliers and 491 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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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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