Trimethoprim HS Code Trade Classification — 40 Codes, $26.9M Trade

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

Under HS code 30042020, India exports $19.3M worth of Trimethoprim, representing 71.9% of total Trimethoprim trade. This involves 759 shipments from 114 Indian exporters to 223 buyers in 141 countries.

Q: Which countries import the most Trimethoprim from India?

The top importing countries for Trimethoprim from India are United States, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia. The leading importer United States accounts for $4.1M in trade value. In total, Trimethoprim is exported to buyers across multiple countries under 40 HS code classifications.

Q: Who are the top Trimethoprim exporters from India?

The leading Trimethoprim exporters from India include MICRO LABS LIMITED ($5.5M), MICRO LABS LIMITED ($2.0M), AUROBINDO PHARMA LIMITED ($1.1M). These suppliers export across multiple HS code classifications with a combined trade value of $26.9M.

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

HS code 30045090 has the highest average unit price at $45.37 per unit for Trimethoprim exports. This compares to the overall market average of $10714.72 per transaction. The most traded code HS 30042020 averages $18.47 per unit.

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$26.4M278 Suppliers121 CountriesHS 30049099

ExportsIndia → UNITED STATES15.4%India → ZIMBABWE14.9%

ImportsGERMANY → India$462.3K UNITED STATES → India$6.3K

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

Trimethoprim HS Codes (2026) — 40 Classifications, $26.9M Trade | TransData Nexus | TransData Nexus

Trimethoprim HS Code Analysis (2026)

India exports Trimethoprim under 40 distinct HS code classifications, representing a total trade value of $26.9M across 2,509 shipments. The dominant classification is HS 30042020 (Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale), accounting for 71.9% of all Trimethoprim trade at $19.3M. HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) follows at 21.7% ($5.8M). The top 5 HS codes together account for 97.1% of total Trimethoprim trade from India. The average transaction value is $10715. Key importing markets include United States, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia. Leading exporters include MICRO LABS LIMITED and MICRO LABS LIMITED . Data sourced from Indian Customs (DGFT) shipping bill records.

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Trimethoprim HS Code Analysis — 40 classifications, $26.9M trade value, top HS codes breakdown and distribution — Trimethoprim HS code analysis — 40 classifications · $26.9M trade value · 2,509 shipmentsTransData Nexus · Indian Customs Data

Top Trimethoprim 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	$19.3M	71.9%	759	$18.47	114	141
#2	30049099	$5.8M	21.7%

HS 30042020

Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale · 71.9% of Trimethoprim trade

$19.3M

Trade Value

71.9%

Market Share

759

Transactions

$18.47

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 114Buyers: 223Countries: 141

Common Product Descriptions:

### CONT 800 MG TRIMETHOPRIM BP 160 MG

SULFAMETHAXOLE+TRIMETHOPRIM (BACTRIM SUS

TRIMETHOPRIME AND SUPFAMETHOXAZOLE TABLE

HS 30049099

Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale · 21.7% of Trimethoprim trade

$5.8M

Trade Value

21.7%

Market Share

1,377

Transactions

$4.69

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 200Buyers: 303Countries: 146

Common Product Descriptions:

COTRIMOXAZOLE SS 480MG TAB- TRIMETHOPRIM

BACTRIM D.S 960MG TABTRIMETHOPRIM 160M

CO-TRIMOXAZOLE 160+800MG (TRIMETHOPRIM &

HS 30049069

Other therapeutic/prophylactic medicaments (retail) · 1.5% of Trimethoprim trade

$405.7K

Trade Value

1.5%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.35

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 4Buyers: 3Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

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

CO TRIMOXAZOLE TABLETS BP 480MGTablet contains Tri...

HS 30049079

Other CNS acting medicaments (retail) · 1.3% of Trimethoprim trade

$344.3K

Trade Value

1.3%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.02

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 5Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

401156001) TRIMETHOPRIM TABLETS USP 100

(401156001)) TRIMETHOPRIM TABLETS USP 10

401156001 TRIMETHOPRIM TABLETS USP 100MG 100s

HS 30049083

Anti-diabetic medicaments (other than insulin) (retail) · 0.7% of Trimethoprim trade

$178.8K

Trade Value

0.7%

Market Share

102

Transactions

$2.57

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 32Buyers: 36Countries: 39

Common Product Descriptions:

BACTRIM DS 160MG+800MG ( TRIMETHOPRIM +S

BACTRIM DS 160MG+800MG ( TRIMETHOPRIM +

TRIMETHOPRIM & SULPHAMETHOXAZOLE TABLETS

HS 30042019

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.6% of Trimethoprim trade

$154.8K

Trade Value

0.6%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.49

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 5Buyers: 6Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS TRIMETHOPRIM TAB

PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCTS TRIMETHOPRIM 10

COTRIMOXAZOLE 480 TABLETS Sulphamethoxazole 400mg ...

HS 30049057

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.4% of Trimethoprim trade

$115.6K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.07

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 4Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

Q-TIB TAB (SULFAMETHOXAZOLE,TRIMETHOPRIM

Q-TIB TAB.(SULFAMETHOXAZOLE,TRIMETHOPRIM

Q-TIB TAB.SULFAMETHOXAZOLE,TRIMETHOPRIM

HS 30049021

Analgesics, antipyretics — aspirin preparations (retail) · 0.4% of Trimethoprim trade

$112.8K

Trade Value

0.4%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.65

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

TRIMETHOPRIM & SULFAMETHOXAZOLE TABLETS10X10

PHARMACEUTICALS DRUGS & MEDICINES. TRIMETHOPRIM & ...

HS 30049087

Other medicaments of mixed or unmixed products (retail) · 0.2% of Trimethoprim trade

$65.1K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.20

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 7Countries: 7

Common Product Descriptions:

TRIMAGO TABLETSCO-TRIMOXAZOLE TABLETS BPSULFAMETHO...

PHARMACEUTICAL GOODS/HARMLESS MEDICINESML-COTRI OR...

CONT ITEM (EACH 5 ML CONTAINS: SULFAMETHOXAZOLE BP...

#10

HS 30049063

Anti-inflammatory preparations (non-steroidal) (retail) · 0.2% of Trimethoprim trade

$63.7K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$9.01

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 5Countries: 4

Common Product Descriptions:

BRIFESEPTOL CONTAINS: TRIMETHOPRIME 80MG

FUSOTRIM (TRIMETHOPRIMSULFAMETHOXAZOLE

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

#11

HS 30049031

Anthelmintics and preparations thereof (retail) · 0.2% of Trimethoprim trade

$57.0K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.01

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

PHARMACEUTICAL MEDICINE _ TRIMETHOPRIM B

#12

HS 30049039

Other anti-infective/anti-parasitic medicaments (retail) · 0.2% of Trimethoprim trade

$54.2K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$1.61

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

TRIMETHOPRIM & SULPHAMETHOXAZOLE TABLETSBP(CO-TRIM...

ACSHATRIMZ TABLET COMPOSITION : EACH UNCOATED TABL...

Trimethoprim 160mg & Sulphamethoxazole 800mg Table...

#13

HS 30045090

Other medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.2% of Trimethoprim trade

$52.3K

Trade Value

0.2%

Market Share

Transactions

$45.37

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 3Buyers: 3Countries: 3

Common Product Descriptions:

TRIMETHOPRIM 80MG SULPHAMETHOXAZOLE400MG

TRIMETHOPRIM 80MG SULPHAMETHOXAZOLE400MG- Co - Tri...

TRIMETHOPRIM 80MG SULPHAMETHOXAZOLE400MG[Medicamen...

#14

HS 30049085

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

$34.8K

Trade Value

0.1%

Market Share

Transactions

$3.74

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 8Buyers: 7Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

COTRIMOXAZOLE D S 1X10 TRIMETHOPRIM SULFAMETHOXAZO...

Veterinary Medicinal Preparation Not For Human Use...

PHARMACEUTICAL FINISHED FORMULATION TRIMERAVET -48...

#15

HS 30042039

Medicaments containing antibiotics (retail) · 0.1% of Trimethoprim 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...

#16

HS 30043913

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

$12.2K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.26

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 2Buyers: 5Countries: 5

Common Product Descriptions:

TRIMETHOPRIM 160 MG+SULPHAMETHOXAZOLE 800 MG TABLE...

COTRIMOXAZOLE DS TAB SULFAMETHOXAZOLE 800MG + TRIM...

TRIMETHOPRIM 160 MG+SULPHAMETHOXAZOLE 800 MG TABLE...

#17

HS 30042049

Other quinolone/fluoroquinolone preparations (retail) · 0.0% of Trimethoprim trade

$10.4K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.35

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

TRICOL SUSPENSION- 100ML TRIMETHOPRIM-SULFAMETHOX...

#18

HS 30041090

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

$8.0K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$0.40

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 6Buyers: 12Countries: 8

Common Product Descriptions:

Trimethoprim IP 80mg And Sulphamethoxazo

Trimethoprim IP 1600mg Sulphamethoxazo

PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS BACTRIM D S TRIMETHOPRIM ...

#19

HS 30045090

Medicaments containing vitamins or provitamins (retail) · 0.0% of Trimethoprim trade

$6.8K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$12.78

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 1Buyers: 1Countries: 1

Common Product Descriptions:

TRIMETHOPRIM 80MG SULPHAMETHOXAZOLE400MG- CO - TRI...

#20

HS 30042099

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

$3.6K

Trade Value

0.0%

Market Share

Transactions

$5.76

Avg Unit Price

Suppliers: 7Buyers: 10Countries: 6

Common Product Descriptions:

COTRIMOXAZOLE(D S) (1X10) TRIMETHOPRIM &

CODOZ Cotrimoxazole TrimethopriMSulfam

Bactrim DS 160mg+800mg Nicholas Piramal Trimethopr...

Where Trimethoprim is Exported — Geographic HS Code Analysis

Import destinations for Trimethoprim from India, by trade value

India exports Trimethoprim to 10+ countries under 40 HS code classifications. The largest import destination is United States ($4.1M), followed by Zimbabwe ($3.9M) and Ethiopia ($2.3M). These markets collectively account for the majority of India's Trimethoprim pharmaceutical exports.

Rank	Country	Trade Value	Market Share
#1	United States	$4.1M	15.2%
#2	Zimbabwe	$3.9M	14.7%
#3	Ethiopia	$2.3M	8.6%
#4	Tanzania	$1.1M	4.2%
#5	South Africa	$1.1M	4.0%
#6	Cameroon	$953.5K	3.5%
#7	France	$810.4K	3.0%
#8	Burundi	$754.1K	2.8%
#9	Senegal	$704.0K	2.6%
#10	Burkina Faso	$682.2K	2.5%

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

Trimethoprim falls under Chapter 30 (Pharmaceutical Products) of the Harmonized System. The 40 codes used for Trimethoprim 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 Trimethoprim is between HS 3003 (bulk/unmeasured) and HS 3004 (retail-ready). HS 3004 codes account for the majority of Trimethoprim trade (including the dominant code 30042020 at 71.9%). 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 — Trimethoprim Export Classification

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

Import Duty Classification

Trimethoprim 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 Trimethoprim.

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). Trimethoprim 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), Trimethoprim 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 Zimbabwe 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 Trimethoprim

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Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

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1Tariff Schedule — Top Markets

The Most Favored Nation (MFN) tariff rates for HS code 30042020, which pertains to "Medicaments containing antibiotics, put up in measured doses," vary across the top importing countries of Trimethoprim.

United States: The MFN tariff rate for HS code 30042020 is 0%. The U.S. offers duty-free treatment for pharmaceutical products under the Pharmaceutical Agreement of the World Trade Organization (WTO).

Zimbabwe: According to the World Integrated Trade Solution (WITS) data, the MFN tariff rate applied by the United States on imports from Zimbabwe is 0%.

Ethiopia, Tanzania, South Africa, Cameroon, France, Burundi: Specific MFN tariff rates for HS code 30042020 in these countries are not readily available in the provided data. However, many countries offer reduced or zero tariffs on essential medicines, especially those listed by the World Health Organization (WHO). It is advisable to consult the respective national customs authorities or the WTO tariff databases for precise and current tariff information.

Regarding preferential rates under Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with India, the availability and extent of such preferences depend on the specific agreements in place between India and each importing country. For instance, the India-South Africa Preferential Trade Agreement may offer reduced tariffs on certain pharmaceutical products. Additionally, many countries provide exemptions or reduced tariffs for essential medicines to ensure their affordability and accessibility. These exemptions are often aligned with the WHO's Model List of Essential Medicines, which includes Trimethoprim.

Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

TransData Nexus Trimethoprim HS code trade compliance intelligence

1Classification Disputes & Misclassification Risks

Trimethoprim can be classified under different HS codes depending on its form and composition:

HS Code 3003: This code covers "Medicaments consisting of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not put up in measured doses or forms."

HS Code 3004: This code pertains to "Medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or forms."

The primary HS code used for Trimethoprim in our data is 30042020, accounting for 71.9% of trade. However, 40 different HS codes have been utilized, indicating potential misclassification risks. Common errors include misclassifying bulk Trimethoprim under HS code 3004 instead of 3003, or vice versa, depending on the product's presentation. Such misclassifications can lead to customs penalties, delays in clearance, and incorrect duty assessments. Recent rulings by the World Customs Organization (WCO) and national customs authorities emphasize the importance of accurate classification to ensure compliance and facilitate trade.

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

Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

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1Pharmacopoeia & Quality Standards

Trimethoprim is recognized in several major pharmacopoeias, including the United States Pharmacopeia (USP), British Pharmacopoeia (BP), European Pharmacopoeia (EP), and Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP). According to the USP monograph, Trimethoprim Tablets must contain not less than 90.0% and not more than 110.0% of the labeled amount of Trimethoprim (C₁₄H₁₈N₄O₃).

Quality standards for Trimethoprim include:

Purity/Assay Requirements: The assay ensures the active ingredient's content falls within the specified range, confirming the product's potency.

Dissolution Testing: This test measures the rate and extent to which the active ingredient dissolves in the body, ensuring consistent bioavailability.

Stability Testing: Conducted per the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) guidelines, stability testing assesses how the quality of Trimethoprim varies with time under the influence of environmental factors such as temperature, humidity, and light. This testing is crucial for determining appropriate storage conditions and shelf life, especially across different climatic zones.

Adherence to these pharmacopoeial standards is essential for ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of Trimethoprim products in the global market.

Frequently Asked Questions — Trimethoprim HS Codes

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

What is the HS code for Trimethoprim exports from India?

The most commonly used HS code for Trimethoprim exports from India is 30042020 (Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale), which accounts for 71.9% of all Trimethoprim trade valued at $19.3M. In total, India exports Trimethoprim under 40 distinct HS code classifications.

How many HS codes are used for Trimethoprim trade?

Trimethoprim is exported from India under 40 different HS code classifications, covering a total trade value of $26.9M across 2,509 shipments. The top 5 HS codes account for 97.1% 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 Trimethoprim, this code covers $19.3M in trade value with 759 transactions, 114 suppliers, and 223 buyers across 141 countries. The average unit price under this code is $18.47.

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

HS 30042020 (Sulfonamide preparations, put up for retail sale) accounts for 71.9% of Trimethoprim trade ($19.3M) with an average unit price of $18.47, while HS 30049099 (Other medicaments, put up in measured doses or for retail sale) covers 21.7% ($5.8M) at $4.69 per unit. HS 30042020 involves 114 suppliers and 223 buyers, compared to 200 suppliers and 303 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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