Animal products; ambergris, castoreum, civet, musk, cantharides, bile (dried or not) glands and other animal products, for pharmaceutical purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or otherwise provisionally preserved

HS code 051000 covers a diverse range of animal-derived products that are primarily used in the pharmaceutical industry. These substances, which include ambergris, castoreum, civet, musk, cantharides, and dried or preserved animal glands, are highly valued for their medicinal and therapeutic properties. The global trade in these specialized animal products plays a crucial role in the broader pharmaceutical supply chain, contributing to the development of a wide range of essential medicines and healthcare products.

The production of the animal products covered under HS code 051000 typically involves the careful harvesting and processing of specific glands, secretions, or other anatomical components from various animal species. The methods used can vary depending on the particular substance, but often involve techniques such as extraction, drying, and preservation to ensure the integrity and potency of the final product.

The key inputs required for the production of HS code 051000 items include the live animals or animal parts from which the desired substances are derived. This may involve the farming or controlled harvesting of species like beavers, civet cats, or certain insects. Additionally, specialized equipment and facilities for the safe and efficient processing of these sensitive materials are essential.

The animal products classified under HS code 051000 are primarily used as raw materials in the pharmaceutical industry, where they are incorporated into a wide range of medicinal preparations and healthcare products. These outputs may then be further processed or combined with other ingredients to create final consumer goods, such as 300410 Medicaments; containing alkaloids or derivatives thereof, with a basis of these products, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not in measured doses or put up for retail sale, 300490 Medicaments; consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale, n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, and 300650 Pharmaceutical goods; first-aid boxes and kits.