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# HSN Code 30042049: Tetracyclines

- [Section 06: Guide to HSN Section 06](https://busy.in/hsn/section-06/)
- [Chapter 30: Pharmaceutical Products](https://busy.in/hsn/chapter-30/)
- [Sub-chapter 3004: Medicaments for therapeutic uses](https://busy.in/hsn/sub-chapter-3004/)

## GST rates

| Description | CGST | SGST | IGST | CESS |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Containing other antibiotics : Tetracyclines : Other | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 30042049 ?

It includes Tetracyclines

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Tetracyclines is sold with other items?

Use separate invoice lines per HSN and apply the correct rate per line (e.g., Varies for Tetracyclines; Nil for exempt items if applicable).

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Tetracyclines?

If your outward supply is taxable, eligible ITC is available subject to general restrictions. For exempt/Nil supplies, reverse credit per Rule 42.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Tetracyclines?

For food/agri items, GST can be 5% when not fresh/chilled and sold as pre‑packaged & labelled; otherwise often Nil. For non‑food items, rates depend on the specific sub‑heading.

### Any common misclassification issue with Tetracyclines?

Use the exact HSN and describe the form/grade. For multi‑line invoices, apply the rate per line to avoid wrong tax collection.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Tetracyclines?

e‑Way bill is needed above ₹50,000 consignment value (subject to exemptions). e‑Invoicing is turnover‑based (presently AATO > ₹5 crore) for B2B supplies.

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 30042049 (FY 2024-25)

Source: TradeStat EIDB, Ministry of Commerce & Industry. Values in ₹ Crore (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25).

- Exports: ₹765 Cr (−4.11% YoY) — 0.0208% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹7 Cr (−17.56% YoY) — 0.0001% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹758 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #445 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3004: 0.41% of its exports; import side 0.07%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3004: #33 of 149 by export value; import-side #29

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 13.68% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #671 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +46.02% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3004: 0.41% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 30042049

7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.

| FY | Exports (₹ Cr) | Exp share | Exp YoY | Exp % of Sub-Ch. 3004 | Imports (₹ Cr) | Imp share | Imp YoY | Imp % of Sub-Ch. 3004 | Trade balance | Exp rank |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| FY 2018-19 | 354.75 | 0.0155% | — | 0.38% | 1.88 | 0.0001% | — | 0.03% | +352.87 | #870 |
| FY 2019-20 | 294.36 | 0.0134% | −17.02% | 0.28% | 2.77 | 0.0001% | +47.34% | 0.04% | +291.59 | #1008 |
| FY 2020-21 | 429.81 | 0.0200% | +46.02% | 0.33% | 2.34 | 0.0001% | −15.52% | 0.03% | +427.47 | #779 |
| FY 2021-22 | 503.78 | 0.0161% | +17.21% | 0.40% | 6.28 | 0.0001% | +168.38% | 0.05% | +497.50 | #861 |
| FY 2022-23 | 576.03 | 0.0159% | +14.34% | 0.41% | 5.91 | 0.0001% | −5.89% | 0.06% | +570.12 | #826 |
| FY 2023-24 | 798.31 | 0.0221% | +38.59% | 0.49% | 8.94 | 0.0002% | +51.27% | 0.09% | +789.37 | #620 |
| FY 2024-25 | 765.48 | 0.0208% | −4.11% | 0.41% | 7.37 | 0.0001% | −17.56% | 0.07% | +758.11 | #671 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 13.68%/yr, imports 25.57%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 30042049 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 13.68% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 30042049 have grown at a compound annual rate of 13.68% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹354.75 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹765.48 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 30042049 ranked #671 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 30042049 ranks #671 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3004, it ranks #33 of 149. By trade surplus, it ranks #445 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 30042049 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 30042049 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 46.02% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹758.11 Crore in HSN Code 30042049 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹765.48 Cr exceeded imports of ₹7.37 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹758.11 Crore — ranking #445 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 25.57% CAGR signals rising demand for Tetracyclines

India's imports under HSN Code 30042049 have grown at 25.57% CAGR, reaching ₹7.37 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 30042049 contributes 0.41% of Sub-Chapter 3004 exports — ranked #33

Among the 149 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3004, HSN Code 30042049 ranks #33 by export value — accounting for 0.41% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.07% share (rank #29).

## Related HSN Codes in Sub-Chapter 3004

Ranked by export value (FY 2024-25).

| Rank | HSN Code | Exports (FY 2024-25) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| #1 | [HSN Code 30049099: Other therapeutic or prophylactic use products](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-30049099/) | ₹82,761 Cr |
| #2 | [HSN Code 30049049: Other \| Anticancer Drugs](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-30049049/) | ₹19,872 Cr |
| #3 | [HSN Code 30049079: Other \| Antihypertensive Drugs](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-30049079/) | ₹9,153 Cr |
| #4 | [HSN Code 30049069: Nonsteroidal Analgesics & Antipyretics: Other Medicaments](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-30049069/) | ₹7,577 Cr |
| #5 | [HSN Code 30049039: Other Antihistaminics/Antacids/Antiulcer/Antiemetics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-30049039/) | ₹5,465 Cr |
| #6 | [HSN Code 30041090: Other Penicillins or Streptomycins](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-30041090/) | ₹3,685 Cr |
| #7 | [HSN Code 30042019: Other Cephalosporin Antibiotics](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-30042019/) | ₹3,036 Cr |
| #8 | [HSN Code 30049081: Antiepileptic & Sulfa Drugs](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-30049081/) | ₹2,870 Cr |
| #9 | [HSN Code 30049082: Other Antiepileptic Drugs](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-30049082/) | ₹2,860 Cr |
| #10 | [HSN Code 30049029: Other Anthelmintic/Antiamoebic/Antifungal Drugs](https://busy.in/hsn/hsn-30049029/) | ₹2,697 Cr |
| #33 | HSN Code 30042049: Tetracyclines (this hsn code) | ₹765 Cr |