Tiotropium HS Code Trade Classification — 18 Codes, $68.5M Trade

Q: How much Tiotropium is exported under HS code 30049094?

Under HS code 30049094, India exports $54.9M worth of Tiotropium, representing 80.1% of total Tiotropium trade. This involves 52 shipments from 7 Indian exporters to 10 buyers in 10 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Tiotropium from India?

The top importing countries for Tiotropium from India are United States, Morocco, Uruguay. The leading importer United States accounts for $54.8M in trade value. In total, Tiotropium is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 18 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Tiotropium exporters from India?

The leading Tiotropium exporters from India include LUPIN LIMITED ($54.8M), CIPLA LIMITED ($9.5M), VAMSI PHARMA PRIVATE LIMITED ($943.3K). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $68.5M.

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

HS code 30 has the highest average unit price at $5973705.19 per unit for Tiotropium exports. This compares to the overall market average of $30260.63 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30049094 averages $126.30 per unit.

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$67.9M99 Suppliers50 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES80.6%India → MOROCCO6.3%

#1 Supplier: LUPIN LIMITED #1 Buyer: LUPIN INC

Tiotropium HS Codes (2026) — 18 Classifications, $68.5M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Tiotropium HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Tiotropium under 18 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $68.5M across 2,264 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30049094 (Ophthalmic preparations, put up for retail sale), accounting for 80.1% of all Tiotropium trade at $54.9M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 18.3% ($12.5M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 100.0% of total Tiotropium trade from India. The average transaction value is $30261. Key importing markets include United States, Morocco, Uruguay. Leading exporters include LUPIN LIMITED and CIPLA LIMITED. Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Tiotropium HS Code Analysis — 18 classifications, $68.5M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Tiotropium HS code analysis — 18 classifications · $68.5M trade value · 2,264 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Tiotropium HS Code Classifications

Ranked by trade value from Indian Customs (DGFT) data

Rank	HS Code	Trade Value	Share	Transactions	Avg Price	Suppliers	Countries
#1	30049094	$54.9M	80.1%	52	$126.30	7	10
#2	30049099	$12.5M	18.3%

HS 30049094

Ophthalmic preparations, put up for retail sale · 80.1% of Tiotropium trade

$54.9M

Trade Value

80.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$126.30

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 10Countries: 10

Common Product Descriptions:

TIODORA 18 - TIOTROPIUM BROMIDE POWDER F

TIOVA INHALER tiotropium

TIODORA 18 - TIOTROPIUM BROMIDE POWDER F

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 18.3% of Tiotropium trade

$12.5M

Trade Value

18.3%

Market Share

2,034

Transactions

$54.85

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 125Buyers: 198Countries: 100

Common Product Descriptions:

TIOVA INHALER-TIOTROPIUM BROMIDE-BATCH N

TIOVA 18MCG (TIOTROPIUM) SIZE-30 CAPS/P

TIOVA 9MCG INHALER (TIOTROPIUM BROMIDE)

HS 30039090

Other medicaments of mixed constituents (not put up for retail sale) · 1.4% of Tiotropium trade

$980.9K

Trade Value

1.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$14340.45

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

TIOTROPIUM 18MCG PREMIX FOR DRY PWD INHLTN (B.No-B...

TIOTROPIUM 18MCG PREMIX FOR DRY POWDER INHALATION(...

HS 30

Pharmaceutical product (Chapter 30) · 0.1% of Tiotropium trade

$85.8K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$5973705.19

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 2Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

00597-0075-41 SPIRIVA (TIOTROPIUM BROMIDE INHALATI...

TIOTROPIUM BROMIDE INHALATION POWDER 18 MCG X 260 ...

SPIRIVA (TIOTROPIUM BROMIDE) 18MCG CAPSULES (PACK ...

HS 30049029

Other analgesics and antipyretics, put up for retail sale · 0.1% of Tiotropium trade

$37.9K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.56

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 4Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

TIOTROPIUM INHALER (200 ACTUATIONS 120)

TIOTROPIUM 18 MICROGRAM INHALATION

TIOTROPIUM 18 MICROGRAMINHALATION POWDERHARD CAPSU...

HS 30049091

Rehydration salts/oral electrolyte preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Tiotropium trade

$7.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$9.81

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 8Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

TRIOHALE INHALER 200MDI CICLESONIDE FORMOTEROL TIO...

AEROTROP ROTACAP (15 Cap) (TIOTROPIUM BR

HS 30049099

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

$7.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.05

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 5Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS TIOVA 18MCG ROTACAPSTIOTR...

MEDICINES FOR CONSUMPTION AND THE DESCRIPTION OF T...

TIOVA ROTACAP 18 MCG 30 ROTACAPS TIOTROPIUM BROMID...

HS 30042099

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

$4.7K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.45

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 12Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

Tiova Inhaler 9mcg Cipla, Tiotropium BromideTiova ...

Tiova Rotacap 30caps 18mcg Cipla, TiotropiumTiova ...

Tiova Rotacap 30caps 18mcg Cipla TiotropiumTiova R...

HS 30041090

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

$3.3K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$4.31

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS TIOVA 18MCG ROTACAPSTIOTR...

PHARMACEUTICALS ARTICLE / ODS / PRODUCT / ITEM TI...

#10

HS 30044990

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

$2.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$407.99

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

TIOVA ROTACAPS 15S(TIOTROPIUM POWDER FORINHALATION...

Spiriva Respimat tiotropium bromide inhalation spr...

#11

HS 30049039

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

$416

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.32

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

DUOVA INHALER formoterol tiotropium

#12

HS 30043200

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

$293

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.86

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

TIOTROPIUM+FORMOTEROL+CICLESONIDE (TRIOHALE INHALE...

CONTAIN MEDICINES HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS...

#13

HS 30049092

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

$222

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$7.39

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

TIOTROPIUM BR INHA PWD 18MCG US 3X10'S

TIOTROPIUM BR INHA PWD 18MCG US 3X10'S (

#14

HS 30049049

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

$116

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$8.64

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 2Countries: 2

Common Product Descriptions:

TIOMORE 18MCG TABLET - Tiotropium TABLET

INDIAN MEDICINE HARMLESS PHARMACEUTICALSPRODUCTS: ...

#15

HS 30042099

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

$99

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.22

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

Tiova Rotacap 30caps 18mcg (Cipla,Tiotropium),(Tio...

#16

HS 30049091

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

$53

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.54

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

TIOTROPIUM INHALATION - AEROTROP INHALERWITH DOSE ...

#17

HS 30049079

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

$12

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$6.18

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

TIOVA INHALER/TIOTROPIUM BROMIDE INHALER

#18

HS 30049063

Anti-inflammatory preparations (non-steroidal) (retail) · 0.0% of Tiotropium trade

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$10.74

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PLACEBO TIOTROPIUM BROMIDE 18MCG R/C (BATCH NO-100...

Where Tiotropium is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Tiotropium from India, by trade value

India exports Tiotropium to 10+ countries under 18 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($54.8M), followed by Morocco ($4.3M) and Uruguay ($3.0M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Tiotropium pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$54.8M	79.9%
#2	Morocco	$4.3M	6.2%
#3	Uruguay	$3.0M	4.4%
#4	United Arab Emirates	$1.6M	2.4%
#5	Turkey	$1.3M	1.8%
#6	Guatemala	$728.8K	1.1%
#7	Sri Lanka	$507.7K	0.7%
#8	Colombia	$306.6K	0.4%
#9	Paraguay	$295.2K	0.4%
#10	Mauritius	$256.9K	0.4%

Pharmaceutical buyers in these markets import Tiotropium primarily under HS code 30049094 (Ophthalmic 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 Tiotropium 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 Tiotropium HS Codes Work

Tiotropium falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 18 codes used for Tiotropium 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 Tiotropium is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Tiotropium trade (including the dominant code 30049094 at 80.1%). The 8-digit Indian Customs Tariff code further specifies the therapeutic class — for example, HS 30049094 refers to "Ophthalmic preparations, put up for retail sale".

Regulatory & Compliance — Tiotropium Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Tiotropium 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 Tiotropium.

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). Tiotropium 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), Tiotropium 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 United States and Morocco have specific pharmaceutical regulatory bodies that must approve the product before customs clearance.

Related Respiratory & OTC — Products Sharing Similar HS Codes

Other products in the Respiratory & OTC therapeutic category that may share HS code classifications with Tiotropium

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

Tiotropium, classified under HS code 30049094, is subject to varying tariff rates across different countries. Below is an analysis of the Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates, preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with India, and any exemptions for essential medicines in the top importing countries:

United States: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049094 is 0%. Under the Generalized System of Preferences (GSP), India benefits from duty-free access for pharmaceutical products, including tiotropium. Additionally, essential medicines are often exempt from tariffs to ensure affordability and accessibility.

Morocco: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049094 is 2.5%. Morocco and India have a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) that may offer reduced tariffs on pharmaceutical products. Essential medicines are typically exempt from tariffs to promote public health.

Uruguay: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049094 is 0%. Uruguay does not have a specific FTA with India covering pharmaceuticals. However, essential medicines are generally exempt from tariffs to ensure public access.

United Arab Emirates (UAE): The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30049094 is 0%. The UAE and India have a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) that includes provisions for reduced tariffs on pharmaceutical products. Essential medicines are often exempt from tariffs to support healthcare initiatives.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

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1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

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

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

Common misclassification errors include:

Classifying tiotropium inhalation powders or sprays intended for retail sale under HS code 3003 instead of 3004.

Misidentifying the product's form, leading to incorrect HS code application.

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 avoid such penalties.

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Tiotropium is recognized in several pharmacopoeias:

United States Pharmacopeia (USP): Tiotropium Bromide monograph specifies a purity of not less than 98.0% and not more than 102.0% on the anhydrous basis.

European Pharmacopoeia (EP): Includes a monograph for Tiotropium Bromide Monohydrate.

Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP): Contains a monograph for Tiotropium Bromide Monohydrate.

Quality standards for tiotropium include:

Purity/Assay Requirements: Assay limits typically range from 98.0% to 102.0% of the labeled amount.

Dissolution Testing: Ensures the drug releases appropriately in the body; specific methods are detailed in respective pharmacopoeias.

Stability Testing: Conducted per International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, considering different climatic zones to ensure product stability under various environmental conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions — Tiotropium HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Tiotropium exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Tiotropium exports from India is 30049094 (Ophthalmic preparations, put up for retail sale), which accounts for 80.1% of all Tiotropium trade valued at $54.9M. In total, India exports Tiotropium under 18 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Tiotropium trade?

Tiotropium is exported from India under 18 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $68.5M across 2,264 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 100.0% of total trade.

What is HS code 30049094?

HS code 30049094 refers to "Ophthalmic preparations, put up for retail sale" under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. For Tiotropium, this code covers $54.9M in trade value with 52 transactions, 7 suppliers, and 10 buyers across 10 countries. The average unit price under this code is $126.30.

What is the difference between HS 30049094 and 30049099 for Tiotropium?

HS 30049094 (Ophthalmic preparations, put up for retail sale) accounts for 80.1% of Tiotropium trade ($54.9M) with an average unit price of $126.30, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 18.3% ($12.5M) at $54.85 per unit. HS 30049094 involves 7 suppliers and 10 buyers, compared to 125 suppliers and 198 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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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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