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# HSN Code 30042099: Other Antibiotics

- [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 : Other : Other | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 30042099 ?

It includes Other Antibiotics

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Other Antibiotics?

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

### How much GST applies to Other Antibiotics?

Under HSN 30042099, Other Antibiotics attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Other Antibiotics?

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.

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Other Antibiotics?

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 Other Antibiotics?

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

## India's trade performance: HSN Code 30042099 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹1,965 Cr (+13.34% YoY) — 0.0534% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹160 Cr (+5.68% YoY) — 0.0026% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹1,805 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #213 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3004: 1.05% of its exports; import side 1.49%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3004: #14 of 149 by export value; import-side #7

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 0.48% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #273 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +21.46% in FY 2019-20
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3004: 1.05% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 30042099

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 | 1,908.75 | 0.0835% | — | 2.05% | 185.15 | 0.0052% | — | 2.50% | +1,723.60 | #160 |
| FY 2019-20 | 2,318.40 | 0.1053% | +21.46% | 2.24% | 79.36 | 0.0024% | −57.14% | 1.04% | +2,239.04 | #135 |
| FY 2020-21 | 2,339.11 | 0.1088% | +0.89% | 1.81% | 135.25 | 0.0046% | +70.43% | 1.69% | +2,203.86 | #146 |
| FY 2021-22 | 1,926.15 | 0.0614% | −17.65% | 1.51% | 150.71 | 0.0033% | +11.43% | 1.14% | +1,775.44 | #248 |
| FY 2022-23 | 1,838.55 | 0.0508% | −4.55% | 1.30% | 87.63 | 0.0015% | −41.86% | 0.92% | +1,750.92 | #281 |
| FY 2023-24 | 1,733.37 | 0.0479% | −5.72% | 1.07% | 151.47 | 0.0027% | +72.85% | 1.55% | +1,581.90 | #292 |
| FY 2024-25 | 1,964.65 | 0.0534% | +13.34% | 1.05% | 160.08 | 0.0026% | +5.68% | 1.49% | +1,804.57 | #273 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 0.48%/yr, imports -2.40%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 30042099 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 0.48% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 30042099 have grown at a compound annual rate of 0.48% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹1,908.75 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1,964.65 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 30042099 ranked #273 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 30042099 ranks #273 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3004, it ranks #14 of 149. By trade surplus, it ranks #213 of 12657.

### FY 2019-20 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 30042099 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 30042099 was recorded in FY 2019-20, when exports surged by 21.46% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹1,804.57 Crore in HSN Code 30042099 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹1,964.65 Cr exceeded imports of ₹160.08 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹1,804.57 Crore — ranking #213 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of -2.40% CAGR signals stable import dependency for Other Antibiotics

India's imports under HSN Code 30042099 have grown at -2.40% CAGR, reaching ₹160.08 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 30042099 contributes 1.05% of Sub-Chapter 3004 exports — ranked #14

Among the 149 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3004, HSN Code 30042099 ranks #14 by export value — accounting for 1.05% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 1.49% share (rank #7).

## 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 |
| #14 | HSN Code 30042099: Other Antibiotics (this hsn code) | ₹1,965 Cr |