Sitagliptin HS Code Trade Classification — 29 Codes, $194.8M Trade

Q: How much Sitagliptin is exported under HS code 30049099?

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $180.2M worth of Sitagliptin, representing 92.5% of total Sitagliptin trade. This involves 5,155 shipments from 510 Indian exporters to 652 buyers in 249 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Sitagliptin from India?

The top importing countries for Sitagliptin from India are Canada, Mexico, Philippines. The leading importer Canada accounts for $8.8M in trade value. In total, Sitagliptin is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 29 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Sitagliptin exporters from India?

The leading Sitagliptin exporters from India include LABORATORIOS LICONSA, S.A. ($111.0M), Raff & Hall Pharmacy ($6.2M), HETERO LABS LIMITED ($5.7M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $194.8M.

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

HS code 30049092 has the highest average unit price at $609.32 per unit for Sitagliptin exports. This compares to the overall market average of $32511.47 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049099 averages $573.91 per unit.

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$75.8M309 Suppliers121 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → CANADA11.6%India → MEXICO11.1%

ImportsCANADA → India$43.8K NETHERLANDS → India$23.2K

#1 Buyer: YILMAZ TRANSPORT

Sitagliptin HS Codes (2026) — 29 Classifications, $194.8M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Sitagliptin HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Sitagliptin under 29 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $194.8M across 5,993 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 92.5% of all Sitagliptin trade at $180.2M. HS 30043190 (Other medicaments containing insulin (retail)) follows at 4.4% ($8.6M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.4% of total Sitagliptin trade from India. The average transaction value is $32511. Key importing markets include Canada, Mexico, Philippines. Leading exporters include LABORATORIOS LICONSA, S.A. and Raff & Hall Pharmacy . Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Sitagliptin HS Code Analysis — 29 classifications, $194.8M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Sitagliptin HS code analysis — 29 classifications · $194.8M trade value · 5,993 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Sitagliptin HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049099	$180.2M	92.5%	5,155	$573.91	510	249
#2	30043190	$8.6M	4.4%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 92.5% of Sitagliptin trade

$180.2M

Trade Value

92.5%

Market Share

5,155

Transactions

$573.91

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 510Buyers: 652Countries: 249

Common Product Descriptions:

JANUMET 50\500MG (SITAGLIPTIN METFORMIN)

ISTAVEL 100MG (SITAGLIPTIN) SIZE-7 TABS/

ISTAVEL 50MG (SITAGLIPTIN) SIZE-7 TABS/P

HS 30043190

Other medicaments containing insulin (retail) · 4.4% of Sitagliptin trade

$8.6M

Trade Value

4.4%

Market Share

306

Transactions

$0.95

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 18Buyers: 66Countries: 34

Common Product Descriptions:

SITAGLIPTIN MYLAN 100 MG 28BT TAB PACKS

SITAGLIPTINA VIATRIS 100MG 56BL TAB PACK

SITAGLIPTINA VIATRIS 50MG 28BL TAB PACK

HS 30049048

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 1.1% of Sitagliptin trade

$2.2M

Trade Value

1.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.47

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

260000 PACKS OF SITAGLIPTIN TABLETS USP

98230 PACKS OF SITAGLIPTIN TABLETS USP 100MG

ISTAVEL 50MG 7TAB. SITAGLIPTIN BATCH :GT

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 1.1% of Sitagliptin trade

$2.2M

Trade Value

1.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.96

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 6Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

JANUMET 50/1GRAM METFORMIN AND SITAGLIPTIN BATCH J...

SITOVA-M 50/85MG SITAGLIPTINA 50MG/METFORMINA 850M...

HS 30042099

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

$498.4K

Trade Value

0.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.78

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 16Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

SIAGLIDE M OD TAB 15S SITAGLIPTIN 100MG METFORMIN ...

ISTAMET 50 / 1000 MG 30 TAB SITAGLIPTIN

Istamet 50mg/1000mg Sun Pharma Sitagliptin+Metform...

HS 30049079

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

$384.2K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

110

Transactions

$1.98

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 23Buyers: 40Countries: 34

Common Product Descriptions:

SITAGLIPTIN TABLET USP 100 MG (S-GLIPTIN

SITAPRIL TAB 100MG[SITAGLIPTIN TABLETS U

SITASMART-M 50/500 Sitagliptin 50mg & Me

HS 30045090

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

$281.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$11.56

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

SITAG-100 (SITAGLIPTIN TABLETS USP 100 M

SITAG 50 SITAGLIPTIN TABLETS USP 50MG

SITAG-50 (SITAGLIPTIN TABLETS USP 50MG)

HS 30042064

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

$215.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.25

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 21Countries: 12

Common Product Descriptions:

SITAG-50 TABLETS (SITAGLIPTIN TABLETS 50

SITAPRIDE 25 MG 45 TAB SITAGLIPTIN

SITAPRIDE 50 MG 45 TAB SITAGLIPTIN

HS 30044990

Other medicaments containing alkaloids or derivatives (retail) · 0.1% of Sitagliptin trade

$137.7K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$51.35

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

Ziglip M-500Sitagliptin50mg andMetforminHydrochlor...

Ziglip-100SitagliptinTablets USP100mg(MynReg No:R2...

Ziglip-50 SitagliptinTablets USP 50mg(Myn Reg No:R...

#10

HS 30049039

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

$74.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.38

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

SITAGLIPTIN TABLET 100MG,(OTHER DETAILSAS PER INVO...

ISTAMET 50/1000 MG (SITAGLIPTIN PHOSPHATE-METFORMI...

#11

HS 30049099

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

$24.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.05

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 15Buyers: 18Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

FREE SAMPLE OF NCV(RS.2500/-):SITAPRIL M50/1000MG ...

FREE SAMPLE OF NCV(RS.2500/-):SITAPRIL TABLETS 50M...

SITAPRIL M 50/1000MG TABS[672PACKX3X10=20160TAB]SI...

#12

HS 30049069

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

$21.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$18.12

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

SITADOSE 100MG 7S (SITAGLIPTIN TABLETS I

SITASMART 100- SITAGLIPTIN 100MG

SITANOM 50/1000 (SITAGLIPTIN 50MG+ METFORMIN 1000 ...

#13

HS 30

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

$13.9K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$124.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 8Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

SITAGLIPTIN FILM-COATED TABLETS 25MG(JANUVIA) (PAC...

SITAGLIPTIN FILM-COATED TABLETS 100 MG(JANUVIA) (P...

SITAGLIPTIN FILM-COATED TABLETS 50MG(JANUVIA) (PAC...

#14

HS 30049087

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

$11.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$190.33

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 2Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

JANUVIA 25MG ( SITAGLIPTIN TABLET 25 MG PACK SIZE ...

JANUVIA 50MG ( SITAGLIPTIN TABLET 50 MG PACK SIZE ...

JANUVIA 100MG ( SITAGLIPTIN TABLET 100 MG PACK SIZ...

#15

HS 30041090

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

$2.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$17.43

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 6Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

Sitagliptin Phosphate Tablets IP 100mg (

JANUVIA 100MG TABLET-SITAGLIPTIN 100MG T

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS JANUVIA 100MG TAB SITAGLI...

#16

HS 30049092

Anti-asthma preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Sitagliptin trade

$2.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$609.32

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

SITAGLIPTIN AND METFORMIN HCL ER TABLES 50MG/500MG...

SITAGLIPTIN AND METFORMIN HCL ER TABLES 50MG/1000M...

SITAGLIPTIN AND METFORMIN HCL ER TABLES 100MG/1000...

#17

HS 30041030

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

$1.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$17.59

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS...

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

#18

HS 30049011

Ayurvedic, Unani, Siddha, Homoeopathic — of Ayurveda · 0.0% of Sitagliptin trade

$848

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.51

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

SITASMART M 50 1000 TABLETS SITAGLIPTIN METFORMIN ...

#19

HS 30041020

Amoxicillin and its salts, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Sitagliptin trade

$742

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$18.55

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS - SITAGLIPTIN & METFORMI

PHARMACEUTICALS:SITAGLIPTIN PHOSPHATE &

#20

HS 30049082

Immunosuppressant preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Sitagliptin trade

$536

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$9.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

Where Sitagliptin is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Sitagliptin from India, by trade value

India exports Sitagliptin to 10+ countries under 29 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Canada ($8.8M), followed by Mexico ($8.4M) and Philippines ($7.3M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Sitagliptin pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Canada	$8.8M	4.5%
#2	Mexico	$8.4M	4.3%
#3	Philippines	$7.3M	3.8%
#4	Germany	$6.9M	3.5%
#5	United Kingdom	$5.8M	3.0%
#6	Iraq	$5.5M	2.8%
#7	Netherlands	$4.5M	2.3%
#8	Malta	$4.4M	2.3%
#9	France	$4.3M	2.2%
#10	Saudi Arabia	$3.2M	1.7%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Sitagliptin primarily under HS code 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale). Import duties, regulatory requirements, and product registration vary by destination country. Contact TransData Nexus for country-specific import intelligence.

Understanding Sitagliptin 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 Sitagliptin HS Codes Work

Sitagliptin falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 29 codes used for Sitagliptin 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 Sitagliptin is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Sitagliptin trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 92.5%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049099 refers to "Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale".

Regulatory & Compliance — Sitagliptin Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Sitagliptin 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 Sitagliptin.

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). Sitagliptin 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), Sitagliptin 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 Mexico have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Diabetes & Endocrine — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Diabetes & Endocrine therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Sitagliptin

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Sitagliptin, classified under HS code 30049099, is subject to varying Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates and preferential treatments across key importing countries:

Canada: The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) lists India as eligible for the General Preferential Tariff (GPT), which offers reduced duties for developing countries. (cbsa-asfc.gc.ca)

Mexico: Under the India-Mexico Preferential Trade Agreement, certain pharmaceutical products may benefit from reduced tariffs.

Philippines: The Philippines Bureau of Customs provides preferential rates for essential medicines, potentially including Sitagliptin.

Germany, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Malta: As European Union (EU) member states (with the UK having exited the EU), these countries apply the EU's Common External Tariff. The EU's TARIC system indicates that HS code 30049099 is subject to a 0% MFN tariff rate, reflecting the EU's commitment to facilitating access to essential medicines.

Iraq: Iraq's customs authority may impose specific tariffs on pharmaceutical imports; however, detailed information on preferential rates or exemptions for essential medicines is not readily available.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Sitagliptin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Sitagliptin's classification under the HS system primarily falls under Chapter 30, which covers pharmaceutical products. The distinction between HS codes 3003 and 3004 is critical:

HS 3003: 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 3004: Medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or forms for retail sale.

Given that Sitagliptin is typically marketed in tablet form for retail sale, it is appropriately classified under HS 3004. Misclassification can occur if the product is incorrectly declared under HS 3003, leading to potential customs penalties, delays, and incorrect duty assessments. Our data indicates that 92.5% of Sitagliptin shipments are correctly classified under HS code 30049099, suggesting a high level of compliance. However, the use of 29 different HS codes across 5,993 shipments highlights the need for vigilance to prevent misclassification.

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Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Sitagliptin HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Sitagliptin is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, ensuring standardized quality and efficacy:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The USP monograph for Sitagliptin Tablets specifies purity and assay requirements, including a purity (HPLC) of ≥99.0% and comprehensive analytical testing.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP) and European Pharmacopoeia (EP): While specific monographs for Sitagliptin are not detailed in the provided sources, these pharmacopoeias typically align with USP standards, emphasizing high purity and stringent quality controls.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP is expected to include monographs for Sitagliptin, aligning with international standards to ensure quality and efficacy.

Quality control tests for Sitagliptin tablets encompass dissolution testing to ensure proper drug release, stability testing per ICH guidelines to assess shelf-life under various conditions, and impurity profiling to detect and quantify potential contaminants. Adherence to these pharmacopoeial standards is essential for regulatory compliance and market acceptance.

In conclusion, accurate HS code classification, awareness of international tariff schedules, and strict adherence to pharmacopoeial standards are vital for the successful global trade of Sitagliptin.

Frequently Asked Questions — Sitagliptin HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Sitagliptin exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Sitagliptin exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 92.5% of all Sitagliptin trade valued at $180.2M. In total, India exports Sitagliptin under 29 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Sitagliptin trade?

Sitagliptin is exported from India under 29 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $194.8M across 5,993 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.4% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049099?

HS code 30049099 refers to "Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Sitagliptin, this code covers $180.2M in trade value with 5,155 transactions, 510 suppliers, and 652 buyers across 249 countries. The average unit price under this code is $573.91.

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30043190 for Sitagliptin?

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 92.5% of Sitagliptin trade ($180.2M) with an average unit price of $573.91, while HS 30043190 (Other medicaments containing insulin (retail)) covers 4.4% ($8.6M) at $0.95 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 510 suppliers and 652 buyers, compared to 18 suppliers and 66 buyers for HS 30043190.

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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