Sulfamethoxazole HS Code Trade Classification — 26 Codes, $19.8M Trade

Q: How much Sulfamethoxazole is exported under HS code 30042020?

Under HS code 30042020, India exports $14.4M worth of Sulfamethoxazole, representing 72.8% of total Sulfamethoxazole trade. This involves 453 shipments from 64 Indian exporters to 139 buyers in 104 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Sulfamethoxazole from India?

The top importing countries for Sulfamethoxazole from India are Zimbabwe, United States, South Africa. The leading importer Zimbabwe accounts for $3.9M in trade value. In total, Sulfamethoxazole is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 26 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Sulfamethoxazole exporters from India?

The leading Sulfamethoxazole exporters from India include MICRO LABS LIMITED ($5.5M), MICRO LABS LIMITED ($1.7M), AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED ($1.1M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $19.8M.

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

HS code 30044990 has the highest average unit price at $86.87 per unit for Sulfamethoxazole exports. This compares to the overall market average of $21717.86 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30042020 averages $19.64 per unit.

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$19.8M145 Suppliers92 CountriesHS 30042020

ExportsIndia → ZIMBABWE20.0%India → UNITED STATES18.9%

ImportsGERMANY → India$74.8K UNITED KINGDOM → India$1.6K

#1 Supplier: MICRO LABS #1 Buyer: MINISTRY OF

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Sulfamethoxazole HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Sulfamethoxazole under 26 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $19.8M across 913 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30042020 (Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale), accounting for 72.8% of all Sulfamethoxazole trade at $14.4M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 19.2% ($3.8M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 96.8% of total Sulfamethoxazole trade from India. The average transaction value is $21718. Key importing markets include Zimbabwe, United States, South Africa. Leading exporters include MICRO LABS LIMITED and MICRO LABS LIMITED . Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Top Sulfamethoxazole HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30042020	$14.4M	72.8%	453	$19.64	64	104
#2	30049099	$3.8M	19.2%

HS 30042020

Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale · 72.8% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$14.4M

Trade Value

72.8%

Market Share

453

Transactions

$19.64

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 64Buyers: 139Countries: 104

Common Product Descriptions:

TRIMETHOPRIM 160MG WITH SULFAMETHOXAZOLE

SULFAMETHOXAZOLE+TRIMETHOPRIM (BACTRIM S

TRIMETHOPRIM 160 MG + SULFAMETHOXAZOLE 8

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 19.2% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$3.8M

Trade Value

19.2%

Market Share

313

Transactions

$3.51

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 91Buyers: 121Countries: 82

Common Product Descriptions:

TAB. HEALFAST (SULFAMETHOXAZOLE USP-400

TRIMETHOPRIM ANS SULFAMETHOXAZOLE ORAL S

SULFAMETHOXAZOLE+TRIMETHOPRIM CONCENTRAT

HS 30049057

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 2.0% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$404.2K

Trade Value

2.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.07

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 13Countries: 10

Common Product Descriptions:

Q-TIB TABLETS(SULFAMETHOXAZOLE,TRIMETHOP

Q-TIB TABLETS(SULFAMETHOXAZOLE, TRIMETHO

Q-TIB TABLETS (SULFAMETHOXAZOLE,TRIMETHO

HS 30049087

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 1.5% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$292.2K

Trade Value

1.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.29

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 10Countries: 10

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS HARMLESS MED BETRIM 480 TABLE...

TRIMAGO TABLETSCO-TRIMOXAZOLE TABLETS BPSULFAMETHO...

PHARMA.GOODS/HARMLESS MEDICINE: ML-COTRIORAL SUSPE...

HS 30039090

Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale) · 1.3% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$248.9K

Trade Value

1.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$22.06

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 8Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

COMPRESSO COTRIM 90 (SULFAMETHOXAZOLE &

COMPRESSO COTRIM 90 SULFAMETHOXAZOLE &TRIMETHOPHIR...

COMPRESSO COTRIM 90 SULFAMETHOXAZOLE AND TRIMETHO...

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 1.2% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$236.5K

Trade Value

1.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.50

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

CO TRIMOXAZOLE TABLETS BP 480MG Trimethoprim BP 80...

CO TRIMOXAZOLE TABLETS BP 480MGTablet contains Tri...

HS 30049083

Anti-diabetic medicaments (other than insulin) (retail) · 0.8% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$159.2K

Trade Value

0.8%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.22

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 8Countries: 9

Common Product Descriptions:

BACTRIM DS - SULFAMETHOXAZOLE (800MG) +

SULFAMETHOXAZOLE 400MG+ TRIMETHOPRIM 80M

SULFAMETHOXAZOLE 200MG+ TRIMETHOPRIM 40M

HS 30049021

Analgesics, antipyretics — aspirin preparations (retail) · 0.6% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$112.8K

Trade Value

0.6%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.65

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

TRIMETHOPRIM & SULFAMETHOXAZOLE TABLETS10X10

PHARMACEUTICALS DRUGS & MEDICINES. TRIMETHOPRIM & ...

HS 30042019

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.2% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$31.6K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.93

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS HARMLESS MEDICINE EACH 5 M...

"PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS" HARMLESS MEDICINE EACH U...

SUPREME SS TABLETS 480MG[TRIMETHOPRIM AND SULFAMET...

#10

HS 30042039

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

$22.7K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.24

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINE/PHARMACEUTICALS GOODS-BASIPTOL-E...

TRIMETHOPRIM & SULFAMETHOXAZOLE ORAL SUSPENSION BP...

#11

HS 30049063

Anti-inflammatory preparations (non-steroidal) (retail) · 0.1% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$17.1K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$17.71

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

FUSOTRIM (TRIMETHOPRIMSULFAMETHOXAZOLE

PHARMACEUTICALS GOODS-, SULSUR(TRIMETHOPRIM & SULF...

PHARMACEUTICALS GOODS-, SULSUR TRIMETHOPRIM & SULF...

#12

HS 30049085

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.1% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$15.6K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.13

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

COTRIMOXAZOLE D S 1X10 TRIMETHOPRIM SULFAMETHOXAZO...

PHARMACEUTICAL FINISHED FORMULATION TRIMERAVET -48...

#13

HS 30049056

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.1% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$13.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$24.27

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINES FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION- SULFAMET...

#14

HS 30042049

Other quinolone/fluoroquinolone preparations (retail) · 0.1% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$10.4K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.35

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

TRICOL SUSPENSION- 100ML TRIMETHOPRIM-SULFAMETHOX...

#15

HS 30041090

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

$6.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.28

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM Ba...

CO-TRIMOXAZOLE TRIMETHOPRIM 40MG & SULFAMETHOXAZOL...

#16

HS 30043913

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

$5.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.69

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

COTRIMOXAZOLE DS TAB SULFAMETHOXAZOLE 800MG + TRIM...

SULFAMETHOXAZOLE (800MG) + TRIMETHOPRIM(160MG)NOS

COTRIMOXAZOLE DS TAB [Sulfamethoxazole (800mg) + T...

#17

HS 30045090

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

$3.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.70

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINE NON HAZARDOUS GOODS NON DANGEROU...

#18

HS 30045020

Medicaments containing Vitamin B complex (retail) · 0.0% of Sulfamethoxazole trade

$2.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.53

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS COTRIMOXAZOLECG 480 MG TAB...

#19

HS 30044990

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

$1.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$86.87

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

(Bactrim Forte)Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim Table...

(Bactrim)Sulfamethoxazole/trimethoprim Tablets (Ba...

#20

HS 30042061

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

$1.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$22.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

GEM CORTIM SUSPENSION EACH 5 ML CONT. TRIMETHOPRIM...

Where Sulfamethoxazole is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Sulfamethoxazole from India, by trade value

India exports Sulfamethoxazole to 10+ countries under 26 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Zimbabwe ($3.9M), followed by United States ($3.7M) and South Africa ($1.1M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Sulfamethoxazole pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Zimbabwe	$3.9M	19.9%
#2	United States	$3.7M	18.8%
#3	South Africa	$1.1M	5.5%
#4	Tanzania	$734.0K	3.7%
#5	Burkina Faso	$682.2K	3.4%
#6	Sudan	$671.9K	3.4%
#7	Burundi	$657.7K	3.3%
#8	France	$631.4K	3.2%
#9	Russia	$534.7K	2.7%
#10	Ethiopia	$435.4K	2.2%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Sulfamethoxazole primarily under HS code 30042020 (Sulfonamide 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 Sulfamethoxazole 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 Sulfamethoxazole HS Codes Work

Sulfamethoxazole falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 26 codes used for Sulfamethoxazole 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 Sulfamethoxazole is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Sulfamethoxazole trade (including the dominant code 30042020 at 72.8%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30042020 refers to "Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale".

Regulatory & Compliance — Sulfamethoxazole Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Sulfamethoxazole 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 Sulfamethoxazole.

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). Sulfamethoxazole 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), Sulfamethoxazole 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 Zimbabwe and United States 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 Sulfamethoxazole

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Sulfamethoxazole HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

The primary HS code for Sulfamethoxazole is 30042020, which pertains to "Other antibiotics, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale." Tariff rates for this code vary across countries:

Zimbabwe: The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rate for HS code 30042020 is 5%. There is no specific Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between Zimbabwe and India that offers preferential rates for this product.

United States: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30042020 is 0%, indicating duty-free access. The United States does not have an FTA with India that affects this product's tariff rate.

South Africa: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30042020 is 0%. South Africa is a member of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), which has an FTA with India; however, specific preferential rates for this product should be verified with the South African Revenue Service.

Tanzania: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30042020 is 0%. Tanzania, as a member of the East African Community (EAC), has an FTA with India, but specific preferential rates for this product should be confirmed with the Tanzania Revenue Authority.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Sulfamethoxazole HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Sulfamethoxazole can be classified under HS codes 3003 or 3004, depending on its form:

HS 3003: "Medicaments (excluding goods of heading 3002, 3005, or 3006) 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."

HS 3004: "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 or in forms or packings for retail sale."

Common misclassification errors include:

Bulk Form: Classifying bulk Sulfamethoxazole intended for further processing under HS 3004 instead of HS 3003.

Retail Packaging: Classifying Sulfamethoxazole in retail packaging under HS 3003 instead of HS 3004.

Such misclassifications can lead to customs penalties, including fines and shipment delays. Our data indicates that 72.8% of Sulfamethoxazole shipments are correctly classified under HS 30042020, but the use of 26 different HS codes suggests potential misclassification risks. Importers and exporters should ensure accurate classification to comply with international trade regulations.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Sulfamethoxazole HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Sulfamethoxazole is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): The monograph specifies that Sulfamethoxazole should contain not less than 98.0% and not more than 102.0% of the labeled amount, calculated on the dried basis.

British Pharmacopoeia (BP): The BP monograph aligns with the USP standards, emphasizing similar purity and assay requirements.

European Pharmacopoeia (EP): The EP monograph also aligns with the USP standards, emphasizing similar purity and assay requirements.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): The IP monograph aligns with the USP standards, emphasizing similar purity and assay requirements.

Quality control tests for Sulfamethoxazole include:

Purity/Assay: Ensuring the active ingredient's concentration falls within the specified range.

Frequently Asked Questions — Sulfamethoxazole HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Sulfamethoxazole exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Sulfamethoxazole exports from India is 30042020 (Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale), which accounts for 72.8% of all Sulfamethoxazole trade valued at $14.4M. In total, India exports Sulfamethoxazole under 26 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Sulfamethoxazole trade?

Sulfamethoxazole is exported from India under 26 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $19.8M across 913 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 96.8% of total trade.

What is HS code 30042020?

HS code 30042020 refers to "Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Sulfamethoxazole, this code covers $14.4M in trade value with 453 transactions, 64 suppliers, and 139 buyers across 104 countries. The average unit price under this code is $19.64.

What is the difference between HS 30042020 and 30049099 for Sulfamethoxazole?

HS 30042020 (Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale) accounts for 72.8% of Sulfamethoxazole trade ($14.4M) with an average unit price of $19.64, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 19.2% ($3.8M) at $3.51 per unit. HS 30042020 involves 64 suppliers and 139 buyers, compared to 91 suppliers and 121 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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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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