Tenofovir HS Code Trade Classification — 50 Codes, $4.4B Trade

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

Under HS code 30049099, India exports $4.3B worth of Tenofovir, representing 98.0% of total Tenofovir trade. This involves 6,818 shipments from 459 Indian exporters to 1511 buyers in 441 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Tenofovir from India?

The top importing countries for Tenofovir from India are Botswana, Tanzania, Kenya. The leading importer Botswana accounts for $3.2B in trade value. In total, Tenofovir is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 50 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Tenofovir exporters from India?

The leading Tenofovir exporters from India include MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD ($3.2B), HETERO LABS LIMITED ($460.2M), MYLAN LABORATORIES LIMITED ($143.2M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $4.4B.

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

HS code 30 has the highest average unit price at $22435.80 per unit for Tenofovir exports. This compares to the overall market average of $562144.56 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049099 averages $786.16 per unit.

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$4.3B296 Suppliers182 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → BOTSWANA73.3%India → TANZANIA6.1%

ImportsISRAEL → India$20.5M UNITED STATES → India$1.1M

#1 Buyer: AFRICURE PHARMACEUTICALS

Tenofovir HS Codes (2026) — 50 Classifications, $4.4B Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Tenofovir HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Tenofovir under 50 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $4.4B across 7,742 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), accounting for 98.0% of all Tenofovir trade at $4.3B. HS 30042099 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) follows at 0.9% ($40.4M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 99.9% of total Tenofovir trade from India. The average transaction value is $562145. Key importing markets include Botswana, Tanzania, Kenya. Leading exporters include MACLEODS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD and HETERO LABS LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Tenofovir HS Code Analysis — 50 classifications, $4.4B trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Tenofovir HS code analysis — 50 classifications · $4.4B trade value · 7,742 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Tenofovir 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	$4.3B	98.0%	6,818	$786.16	459	441
#2	30042099	$40.4M	0.9%

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 98.0% of Tenofovir trade

$4.3B

Trade Value

98.0%

Market Share

6,818

Transactions

$786.16

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 459Buyers: 1511Countries: 441

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMA : TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL PHOSPHATE

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL PHOSPHATE TABLETS 2

HEPBEST TAB (TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE 25MG)

HS 30042099

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.9% of Tenofovir trade

$40.4M

Trade Value

0.9%

Market Share

339

Transactions

$1.35

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 108Countries: 85

Common Product Descriptions:

TENOFOVIR 300MG / LAMIVUDINE 300MG / DOL

TENOFOVIR (DISOPROXIL FUMARATE) TABLETS

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE TABLETS 30

HS 30049072

Sedatives, tranquillizers, anti-depressants (retail) · 0.7% of Tenofovir trade

$32.3M

Trade Value

0.7%

Market Share

110

Transactions

$5.69

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 18Countries: 17

Common Product Descriptions:

TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE TABLET 25MG (TENFO

TAVIN EM 300/200MG TABLET 30S TENOFOVIR

TAVIN 300 MG TABLET 30S ( TENOFOVIR DISO

HS 30049099

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

$4.3M

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

126

Transactions

$11.40

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 27Buyers: 42Countries: 33

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS MEDICINES FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION-TENOFOVIR...

HEPBEST (TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE TABS IP 25 MG)

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE300 MG TABLETS (30S) ...

HS 30049082

Immunosuppressant preparations (retail) · 0.1% of Tenofovir trade

$2.5M

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$15.11

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 16Buyers: 25Countries: 32

Common Product Descriptions:

TAFFIC TAB (BICATE/EMTRICI/TENOFOVIR 50/

TENOF EM (2880 X 30S PACKS) TENOFOVIR DI

TENOF (2160 X 30S PACKS) TENOFOVIR DISOP

HS 30049088

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

$1.7M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.72

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 19Countries: 25

Common Product Descriptions:

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE 300 MG TAB

TENOF TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE 300

LUVIREN-PRO 200/245 MG TENOFOVIR DISOPRO

HS 30049069

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

$1.5M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.44

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

DOLUTEGRAVIR + LAMIVUDINE + TENOFOVIR DISO. FUM.(T...

DOLUTEGRAVIR LAMIVUDINE AND TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL F...

FOC FOR R&D LAB USE ONLY DOLUTEGRAVIR LAMIVUDINE A...

HS 30049011

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

$1.4M

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.13

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate 300Mg+ Emt

HS 30041090

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

$589.1K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$25.08

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 9Buyers: 13Countries: 11

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS TENVIRTENOFOVIR

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS VONAVIR TAB EMTRICITABINE...

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS TRUSTIVA TAB 300MG TENOFO...

#10

HS 30049049

Other gastrointestinal preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Tenofovir trade

$360.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$12.02

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 22Buyers: 30Countries: 27

Common Product Descriptions:

TENOFOVIR ALFENAMIDE (HEPBEST) BATCH: 81

TENOLAM-E TENOFOVIR + LAMIVUDINE + EFAVI

HEPBEST (TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE TABLETS I

#11

HS 30043200

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

$201.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.13

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

TENOFOVIR TABLETS 245MG TENOFOVIR 245MGTABLETS PAC...

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXILO CIPLA 245 MG COMPR

#12

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 0.0% of Tenofovir trade

$113.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.28

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 6Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE TABS

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE TABLET TENOF 300

TEURI TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE TABLET

#13

HS 30049039

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

$86.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.58

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 7Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

TENOFOVIR 300 ML 30 TAB, BATCH:T222178,

VIRAD 300MG TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARAT

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE 300 MG + E

#14

HS 30049087

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

$81.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$19.67

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

DOLUTEGRAVIR 50 MG TENOFOVIR ALFENAMIDE

TENOFOVIR ALFENAMIDE 25 MG TENOVIR AF

TAFFIC - BICTEGRAVIR, EMTRICITABINE ANDTENOFOVIR A...

#15

HS 30

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

$72.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$22435.80

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 8Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

VIREAD (TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE) TABLETS 300...

(PERISHABLE CARGO)Elvitegravir, Cobicistat,Emtncit...

(PERISHABLE CARGO) Genvoya Tablets 150/150/200/10 ...

#16

HS 30041010

Ampicillin and its salts, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Tenofovir trade

$31.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$11.64

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

TAFFIC TAB TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE 25MG

EMTRICITABINE 200MG AND TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE 25 M...

* HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION TABS.TEN...

#17

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Tenofovir trade

$27.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$663.77

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 5Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

TENOFOVIR DISOPROXIL FUMARATE TABLETS 300MG

TAVIN 300MG (EMCURE, TENOFOVIR)

VONAVIR 200MG / 300MG / 600MG (EMCURE PHARMACEUTIC...

#18

HS 30044990

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

$21.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$1343.90

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

HARMLESS LIFE SAVING PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINE: Teno...

* HARMLESS MEDICINE FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION TENOFOVI...

HARMLESS LIFE SAVING PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINE:TENOF...

#19

HS 30049095

Dermatological preparations, put up for retail sale · 0.0% of Tenofovir trade

$10.5K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$16.53

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

BICTEGRAVIR, EMTRICITABINE AND TENOFOVIRALAFENAMID...

EMTRICITABINE 200MG AND TENOFOVIR ALAFENAMIDE 25 M...

#20

HS 30043912

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

$9.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$18.13

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

TRUSTIVA TABLETS TENOFOVIR 300MG / EFAVERINZ 600M...

PHARMA : TRUSTIVA TABLETS (TENOFOVIR 300MG+EFAVERI...

Where Tenofovir is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Tenofovir from India, by trade value

India exports Tenofovir to 10+ countries under 50 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is Botswana ($3.2B), followed by Tanzania ($264.4M) and Kenya ($175.5M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Tenofovir pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	Botswana	$3.2B	72.9%
#2	Tanzania	$264.4M	6.1%
#3	Kenya	$175.5M	4.0%
#4	South Africa	$115.2M	2.6%
#5	Mozambique	$81.7M	1.9%
#6	Togo	$67.4M	1.5%
#7	Nigeria	$46.4M	1.1%
#8	Zimbabwe	$36.6M	0.8%
#9	United Kingdom	$25.1M	0.6%
#10	Ethiopia	$21.0M	0.5%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Tenofovir 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 Tenofovir 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 Tenofovir HS Codes Work

Tenofovir falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 50 codes used for Tenofovir 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 Tenofovir is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Tenofovir trade (including the dominant code 30049099 at 98.0%). 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 — Tenofovir Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Tenofovir 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 Tenofovir.

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). Tenofovir 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), Tenofovir 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 Botswana and Tanzania have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Antiviral & HIV Medications — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Antiviral & HIV Medications therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Tenofovir

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

TransData Nexus Tenofovir HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

The primary HS code utilized for Tenofovir exports from India is 30049099, accounting for 98.0% of trade, as per TransData Nexus data. The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates for HS code 30049099 in the top importing countries are as follows:

Botswana: MFN tariff rate of 0%.
Tanzania: MFN tariff rate of 0%.
Kenya: MFN tariff rate of 0%.
South Africa: MFN tariff rate of 0%.
Mozambique: MFN tariff rate of 0%.
Togo: MFN tariff rate of 0%.
Nigeria: MFN tariff rate of 0%.
Zimbabwe: MFN tariff rate of 0%.

These countries are members of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and have committed to maintaining low or zero MFN tariff rates on pharmaceutical products, including Tenofovir, to facilitate access to essential medicines.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Tenofovir HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Tenofovir, an antiretroviral medication, is primarily classified under HS code 30049099, which pertains to "Other medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale." This classification is appropriate for finished pharmaceutical products intended for retail distribution.

However, classification disputes may arise when Tenofovir is in bulk form, not packaged for retail sale. In such cases, it may be classified under HS code 30031000, which covers "Medicaments containing penicillins or derivatives thereof, or streptomycins or their derivatives, not put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale." Misclassification can lead to incorrect duty assessments and potential customs penalties.

Common errors include misclassifying bulk Tenofovir as a finished product or vice versa. To mitigate these risks, it is crucial to accurately assess the product's form and packaging. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities emphasize the importance of precise classification to ensure compliance with international trade regulations.

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

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

TransData Nexus Tenofovir HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Tenofovir is recognized in 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 and assay requirements mandate that Tenofovir contains a specified percentage of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), typically within a narrow range to ensure consistency. Dissolution testing, as outlined in USP General Chapter <711>, assesses the rate and extent of Tenofovir release from the dosage form, ensuring bioavailability. Stability testing follows the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering climatic zones to evaluate the drug's shelf life under various environmental conditions.

Adherence to these pharmacopoeial standards is essential for regulatory approval and market acceptance, ensuring that Tenofovir meets the required quality attributes for therapeutic use.

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Tenofovir HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Tenofovir exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Tenofovir exports from India is 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale), which accounts for 98.0% of all Tenofovir trade valued at $4.3B. In total, India exports Tenofovir under 50 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Tenofovir trade?

Tenofovir is exported from India under 50 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $4.4B across 7,742 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 99.9% 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 Tenofovir, this code covers $4.3B in trade value with 6,818 transactions, 459 suppliers, and 1511 buyers across 441 countries. The average unit price under this code is $786.16.

What is the difference between HS 30049099 and 30042099 for Tenofovir?

HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) accounts for 98.0% of Tenofovir trade ($4.3B) with an average unit price of $786.16, while HS 30042099 (Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail)) covers 0.9% ($40.4M) at $1.35 per unit. HS 30049099 involves 459 suppliers and 1511 buyers, compared to 8 suppliers and 108 buyers for HS 30042099.

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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