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# HSN Code 30049032: Antihistamines & Antacids

- [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 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Other : Antihistaminics drugs; antacids preparations; antiulcer drugs; antiemitics and other gastrointestinal drugs : Sodium bicarbonate, magnesium hydroxide (milk of magnesia), magnesium carbonate, magnesium trisilicate, aluminium hydroxide gel, magaldarate and combinations thereof | 6% | 6% | 12% | 0% |

## Frequently asked questions

### What products are classified under HSN 30049032 ?

It includes Antihistamines & Antacids

### How should mixed supplies be billed when Antihistamines & Antacids is sold with other items?

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

### Does packaging or labelling change the GST for Antihistamines & Antacids?

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.

### Do e‑way bill and e‑invoice apply for Antihistamines & Antacids?

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.

### How much GST applies to Antihistamines & Antacids?

Under HSN 30049032, Antihistamines & Antacids attracts Varies when sold in taxable form. Describe the exact form on the invoice.

### Can we claim ITC on inputs used to trade Antihistamines & Antacids?

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

### Any common misclassification issue with Antihistamines & Antacids?

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 30049032 (FY 2024-25)

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

- Exports: ₹205 Cr (+13.00% YoY) — 0.0056% of India's total exports
- Imports: ₹25 Cr (+53.13% YoY) — 0.0004% of India's total imports
- Trade balance: ₹180 Cr (Surplus); surplus rank #1216 of 12657 HSN codes
- Share of Sub-Chapter 3004: 0.11% of its exports; import side 0.24%
- Rank within Sub-Chapter 3004: #61 of 149 by export value; import-side #19

### Key metrics

- Export CAGR: 15.01% (FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, 7 fiscal years)
- National export rank: #1809 of 12657 HSN codes by export value (FY 2024-25)
- Peak growth year: +36.74% in FY 2020-21
- Contribution to Sub-Ch. 3004: 0.11% of its exports (FY 2024-25)

## India export-import trade statistics: HSN Code 30049032

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 | 88.76 | 0.0039% | — | 0.10% | 8.17 | 0.0002% | — | 0.11% | +80.59 | #2149 |
| FY 2019-20 | 92.44 | 0.0042% | +4.15% | 0.09% | 7.38 | 0.0002% | −9.67% | 0.10% | +85.06 | #2097 |
| FY 2020-21 | 126.40 | 0.0059% | +36.74% | 0.10% | 9.73 | 0.0003% | +31.84% | 0.12% | +116.67 | #1829 |
| FY 2021-22 | 164.40 | 0.0052% | +30.06% | 0.13% | 13.06 | 0.0003% | +34.22% | 0.10% | +151.34 | #1844 |
| FY 2022-23 | 159.93 | 0.0044% | −2.72% | 0.11% | 11.36 | 0.0002% | −13.02% | 0.12% | +148.57 | #1977 |
| FY 2023-24 | 181.78 | 0.0050% | +13.66% | 0.11% | 16.60 | 0.0003% | +46.13% | 0.17% | +165.18 | #1877 |
| FY 2024-25 | 205.42 | 0.0056% | +13.00% | 0.11% | 25.42 | 0.0004% | +53.13% | 0.24% | +180.00 | #1809 |

- CAGR (7-year): exports 15.01%/yr, imports 20.83%/yr (consistently Surplus)

## Key trade insights: HSN Code 30049032 export-import analysis

### Consistent export growth: 15.01% CAGR over 7 years

India's exports under HSN Code 30049032 have grown at a compound annual rate of 15.01% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹88.76 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹205.42 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 30049032 ranked #1809 among all 12657 HSN codes by export value

In FY 2024-25, HSN Code 30049032 ranks #1809 out of 12657 HSN codes by total export value. Within Sub-Chapter 3004, it ranks #61 of 149. By trade surplus, it ranks #1216 of 12657.

### FY 2020-21 was the strongest growth year for HSN Code 30049032 exports

The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Code 30049032 was recorded in FY 2020-21, when exports surged by 36.74% over the prior year.

### India maintains a trade surplus of ₹180.00 Crore in HSN Code 30049032 goods

In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹205.42 Cr exceeded imports of ₹25.42 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹180.00 Crore — ranking #1216 of 12657 by surplus magnitude.

### Import growth of 20.83% CAGR signals rising demand for Antihistamines & Antacids

India's imports under HSN Code 30049032 have grown at 20.83% CAGR, reaching ₹25.42 Crore in FY 2024-25.

### HSN Code 30049032 contributes 0.11% of Sub-Chapter 3004 exports — ranked #61

Among the 149 HSN codes under Sub-Chapter 3004, HSN Code 30049032 ranks #61 by export value — accounting for 0.11% of the sub-chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 0.24% share (rank #19).

## 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 |
| #61 | HSN Code 30049032: Antihistamines & Antacids (this hsn code) | ₹205 Cr |