Strip HS Code Trade Classification — 189 Codes, $493.6M Trade

Q: How much Strip is exported under HS code 30039090?

Under HS code 30039090, India exports $171.8M worth of Strip, representing 34.8% of total Strip trade. This involves 12 shipments from 2 Indian exporters to 2 buyers in 2 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Strip from India?

The top importing countries for Strip from India are Russia, Belgium, South Africa. The leading importer Russia accounts for $51.9M in trade value. In total, Strip is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 189 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Strip exporters from India?

The leading Strip exporters from India include NEXTPHARMA OY ($171.8M), SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED ($110.2M), ASTRAZENECA UK LTD ($83.9M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $493.6M.

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

HS code 30 has the highest average unit price at $5327.34 per unit for Strip exports. This compares to the overall market average of $31465.91 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30039090 averages $745.87 per unit.

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$196.8M612 Suppliers170 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → RUSSIA26.4%India → BELGIUM12.0%

#1 Supplier: SUN PHARMACEUTICAL #1 Buyer: AO RANBAXY

Strip HS Codes (2026) — 189 Classifications, $493.6M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Strip HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Strip under 189 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $493.6M across 15,687 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30039090 (Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale)), accounting for 34.8% of all Strip trade at $171.8M. HS 30 (Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30)) follows at 15.8% ($77.9M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 74.8% of total Strip trade from India. The average transaction value is $31466. Key importing markets include Russia, Belgium, South Africa. Leading exporters include NEXTPHARMA OY and SUN PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Strip HS Code Analysis — 189 classifications, $493.6M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Strip HS code analysis — 189 classifications · $493.6M trade value · 15,687 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Strip HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30039090	$171.8M	34.8%	12	$745.87	2	2
#2	30	$77.9M	15.8%	12

HS 30039090

Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale) · 34.8% of Strip trade

$171.8M

Trade Value

34.8%

Market Share

Transactions

$745.87

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

(FOC - SAMPLES FOR TESTING) - DEV DORZOLAMIDE 2% T...

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 15.8% of Strip trade

$77.9M

Trade Value

15.8%

Market Share

Transactions

$5327.34

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 5Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

SGMS/6 MESA STRIPS STEAM 10X6 GST-533,ZOOT_GENERAL...

STANDARD LIPIDOCARE LIPID TEST STRIP LIPID PROFILE...

PRIFTIN RIFAPENTINE 150MG (PACK SIZE 24 TABLETS TH...

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 15.7% of Strip trade

$77.6M

Trade Value

15.7%

Market Share

6,455

Transactions

$15.09

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 393Buyers: 1074Countries: 303

Common Product Descriptions:

Ciprofloxacin 250 Mg Tabs (2000 STRIPS)

OPHTHALMIC STRIPS- FLUROSCEIN STRIPS

OPHTHALMIC STRIPS - SCHIRMER STRIPS

HS 30021290

Other antisera and blood fractions · 4.5% of Strip trade

$22.2M

Trade Value

4.5%

Market Share

168

Transactions

$182.71

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 50Buyers: 69Countries: 54

Common Product Descriptions:

SYPHILS TEST STRIPS - (50 TEST/KIT)

FIRST VIEW SYPHILIS STRIP (50T)

DIAGNOSTIC KITS - HBSAG STRIP (8CMX5MM)

HS 30042013

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 3.9% of Strip trade

$19.4M

Trade Value

3.9%

Market Share

214

Transactions

$2.20

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 42Countries: 26

Common Product Descriptions:

CIFRAN TABLETS 500 MG PACK:10s STRIP BAT

CIFRAN CT TABLETS PACK: 10s STRIP BATCH:

CIFRAN TABLETS 500MG PACK:10s STRIP BAT

HS 30049057

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 3.6% of Strip trade

$17.6M

Trade Value

3.6%

Market Share

Transactions

$2.68

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 19Countries: 17

Common Product Descriptions:

6 STRIPS OF 28 TABLETS EACH OF RIFAMPICI

12 STRIPS OF 28 TABLETS EACH OF RIFAMPIC

RIFAXIMIN TABLETS 550 MG 1*10 STRIP ( R

HS 30029020

Other blood products, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms · 3.1% of Strip trade

$15.4M

Trade Value

3.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$977.74

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 7Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

UPT (MOM) (HCG STRIPS)

12676029 500ML CHARCOAL STRIPPED FBS (FETAL BOVINE...

HS 30042063

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 3.0% of Strip trade

$14.8M

Trade Value

3.0%

Market Share

161

Transactions

$0.51

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 25Countries: 12

Common Product Descriptions:

KLARITRAN TAB 500MG PACK:14s STRIP BATCH

KLABAX TABLETS 500MG PACK :14s Strip Bat

KLABAX TABLETS 500MG PACK :14s Strip BAT

HS 30041030

Penicillin V and its salts, put up for retail sale · 2.5% of Strip trade

$12.1M

Trade Value

2.5%

Market Share

269

Transactions

$1.32

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 18Buyers: 78Countries: 45

Common Product Descriptions:

RANCLAV TAB 1 GM PACK:10s STRIP BATCH:DF

RANCLAV TAB 1GM PACK: 10s STRIP BATCH: D

ENHANCIN TAB 625MG PACK: 10s Strip BATCH

#10

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 2.3% of Strip trade

$11.2M

Trade Value

2.3%

Market Share

496

Transactions

$1.35

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 37Buyers: 191Countries: 97

Common Product Descriptions:

CONTIFLO OD 0.4MG PACK:10s STRIP BATCH:D

ALTRAFLAM TAB 100MG PACK: 10s STRIP BATC

CONTIFLO OD CAP 0.4 MG PACK: 10s Strip B

#11

HS 30042019

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 2.0% of Strip trade

$9.6M

Trade Value

2.0%

Market Share

345

Transactions

$2.69

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 19Buyers: 61Countries: 48

Common Product Descriptions:

CEFUROX BASICS TAB 250MG PACK: 12s Strip

CEFUROX BASICS TAB 250MG PACK: 14s Strip

CEFUROX BASICS TAB 500MG PACK: 12s Strip

#12

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 1.5% of Strip trade

$7.4M

Trade Value

1.5%

Market Share

273

Transactions

$11.03

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 31Buyers: 88Countries: 66

Common Product Descriptions:

IMATINIB TABLETS IP (TOTAL QTY: 18 STRIP

IMATINIB TABLETS IP 1*10 STRIP ( VEE

Imatinib Tablets IP (Total Qty: 18 Strip

#13

HS 30049084

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 1.0% of Strip trade

$5.1M

Trade Value

1.0%

Market Share

107

Transactions

$4.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 35Countries: 21

Common Product Descriptions:

CAVERTA TABLETS 100MG PACK: 4s STRIP BAT

CAVERTA TABLETS 50MG PACK:4s STRIP BATCH

CAVERTA TABLETS 50 MG PACK: 4s Strip BAT

#14

HS 30049063

Anti-inflammatory preparations (non-steroidal) (retail) · 0.7% of Strip trade

$3.7M

Trade Value

0.7%

Market Share

149

Transactions

$0.92

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 13Buyers: 53Countries: 35

Common Product Descriptions:

BRUSTAN TABLETS PACK:10s STRIP BATCH:DFD

BRUSTAN TABLETS PACK: 10s STRIP BATCH: D

BRUSTAN TAB PACK:10s STRIP BATCH:DFD4015

#15

HS 30049034

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.5% of Strip trade

$2.6M

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

142

Transactions

$2.95

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 36Buyers: 52Countries: 46

Common Product Descriptions:

OCID (OMEPRAZOLE 20MG CAPSULE STRIP) 10X

OMAC-20 CAPSULES(10STRIPX10CAPS)(BATCH 4

ORI-OM-20 CAPSULES(20X15 STRIP/P CAP.)-O

#16

HS 30043919

Medicaments containing other hormones (retail) · 0.5% of Strip trade

$2.4M

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.51

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 10Buyers: 18Countries: 14

Common Product Descriptions:

PRAJISUN 200 MG PACK:10s STRIP BATCH:HAD

HARMLESS LIFE SAVING PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINE DYDRO...

MIFEPRISTONE 200MG 1+4 TAB (STRIP), BATC

#17

HS 30066010

Chemical contraceptive preparations · 0.5% of Strip trade

$2.4M

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.23

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 13Buyers: 15Countries: 12

Common Product Descriptions:

OVRAL L (STRIP OF 21 TABS) (EACH UNCOATE

TRIQUILAR (STRIP OF 21 TABS) COMPOSITION

ORAL L Tablets 50 Strips x 21 Tablets x7 Box

#18

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.5% of Strip trade

$2.3M

Trade Value

0.5%

Market Share

262

Transactions

$6.37

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 32Buyers: 64Countries: 48

Common Product Descriptions:

SEVELAMER CARBONATE TABLETS 10*10 STRIP

FLUCONAZOLE CAPSULES 50MG PACK:7s STRIP

FLUCONAZOLE CAPSULES 200MG PACK:7s STRIP

#19

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 0.4% of Strip trade

$2.0M

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

614

Transactions

$0.75

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 41Buyers: 322Countries: 83

Common Product Descriptions:

TURMIN (CURCUMINOIDS BUCCAL STRIPS 10 MG

NAPROXEN TABLETS 250 MG 10 S (200 Strips

THIOCOLCHICOSIDE 100 MG(STRIP)BN.LUE-220

#20

HS 30049082

Immunosuppressant preparations (retail) · 0.4% of Strip trade

$1.9M

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.06

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 15Buyers: 34Countries: 27

Common Product Descriptions:

PREGATRON-75 CAPSULES (10 STRIPS X 14 CA

NURAJ - M CAPSULES(10STRIPSX10CAPS)(BATC

ESIO TAB 20MG PACK:4s STRIP BATCH:PTD50

Where Strip is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Strip from India, by trade value

India exports Strip to 10+ countries under 189 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Russia ($51.9M), followed by Belgium ($23.7M) and South Africa ($15.8M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Strip pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Russia	$51.9M	10.5%
#2	Belgium	$23.7M	4.8%
#3	South Africa	$15.8M	3.2%
#4	China	$13.0M	2.6%
#5	Brazil	$12.4M	2.5%
#6	Indonesia	$9.4M	1.9%
#7	Sri Lanka	$8.2M	1.7%
#8	Nigeria	$6.1M	1.2%
#9	Myanmar	$5.6M	1.1%
#10	Philippines	$4.2M	0.8%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Strip primarily under HS code 30039090 (Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not 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 Strip 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 Strip HS Codes Work

Strip falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 189 codes used for Strip 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 Strip is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Strip trade (as finished formulations ready for dispensing). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30039090 refers to "Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale)".

Regulatory & Compliance — Strip Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Strip 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 Strip.

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). Strip 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), Strip 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 Russia and Belgium have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Medical Devices & Diagnostics — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Medical Devices & Diagnostics therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Strip

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Strip HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

The product "Strip," primarily classified under HS code 30039090, is exported to several key markets, including Russia, Belgium, South Africa, China, Brazil, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, and Nigeria. Understanding the Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates, any preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with India, and exemptions for essential medicines in these countries is crucial for optimizing trade strategies.

Russia: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30039090 is 5%. Russia and India have a strategic partnership, but no specific FTA provides preferential rates for this product. Essential medicines may be exempt from tariffs, subject to the Russian government's list of essential drugs.

Belgium: As a member of the European Union, Belgium applies the EU's Common External Tariff. The MFN rate for HS code 30039090 is 0%, reflecting the EU's commitment to facilitating access to pharmaceuticals. No specific FTA between India and the EU affects this rate.

South Africa: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30039090 is 0%. Under the India-Southern African Customs Union (SACU) Preferential Trade Agreement, certain pharmaceutical products may benefit from reduced tariffs, but HS code 30039090 is already duty-free. Essential medicines are generally exempt from tariffs.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Strip HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

The classification of "Strip" under HS codes 3003 (Medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses) versus 3004 (Medicaments put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale) is pivotal. Our data indicates that HS code 30039090 accounts for 34.8% of trade, with 12 transactions, while HS code 30049099 represents 15.7% of trade, with 6,455 transactions.

Common misclassification errors arise when products intended for retail sale are incorrectly classified under HS 3003 instead of HS 3004. Such misclassifications can lead to customs penalties, including fines and delays in clearance. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities emphasize the importance of accurate classification to ensure compliance and avoid legal repercussions.

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

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Strip HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

The product "Strip" must adhere to stringent quality standards as outlined in various pharmacopoeias:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): Provides monographs detailing identity, strength, quality, and purity standards for pharmaceutical products. Compliance with USP standards is legally enforceable by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

British Pharmacopoeia (BP) and European Pharmacopoeia (EP): Offer comprehensive monographs and general chapters that specify testing methods, acceptable ranges, and specifications for drug substances and products. These standards are recognized and enforced within their respective jurisdictions.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): Sets quality standards for drugs manufactured and marketed in India, ensuring safety and efficacy. The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission provides guidelines for monograph development and compliance.

Quality parameters include purity/assay requirements, dissolution testing, and stability testing per International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines. Stability testing considers climatic zones to ensure product efficacy throughout its shelf life.

Adherence to these pharmacopoeial standards is essential for regulatory approval and market acceptance across different regions.

Frequently Asked Questions — Strip HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Strip exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Strip exports from India is 30039090 (Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale)), which accounts for 34.8% of all Strip trade valued at $171.8M. In total, India exports Strip under 189 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Strip trade?

Strip is exported from India under 189 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $493.6M across 15,687 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 74.8% of total trade.

What is HS code 30039090?

HS code 30039090 refers to "Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale)" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Strip, this code covers $171.8M in trade value with 12 transactions, 2 suppliers, and 2 buyers across 2 countries. The average unit price under this code is $745.87.

What is the difference between HS 30039090 and 30 for Strip?

HS 30039090 (Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale)) accounts for 34.8% of Strip trade ($171.8M) with an average unit price of $745.87, while HS 30 (Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30)) covers 15.8% ($77.9M) at $5327.34 per unit. HS 30039090 involves 2 suppliers and 2 buyers, compared to 5 suppliers and 5 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

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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