Medicaments; containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale)

HS v2017 Code: 300310

About medicaments; containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale)

HS code 300310 covers medicaments containing penicillins, streptomycins, or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses. These pharmaceutical products are essential in the treatment and prevention of various infectious diseases, playing a crucial role in global healthcare. The production and trade of these medicaments are of significant economic importance, as they contribute to the overall well-being of populations worldwide.

Production process

The production of medicaments under HS code 300310 involves several key steps. First, the active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), such as penicillins or streptomycins, are synthesized through complex chemical processes. These APIs are then combined with various excipients, such as binders, fillers, and disintegrants, to create the final medicament formulation. The medicaments are typically produced in bulk and may undergo further processing, such as granulation, tableting, or encapsulation, before being packaged for distribution.

Production inputs

The production of medicaments under HS code 300310 requires several key inputs. These include the raw materials for the synthesis of the APIs, such as specific chemical precursors and reagents. Additionally, the production process requires specialized equipment, such as reactors, purification systems, and packaging machinery. Skilled labor, including chemists, pharmaceutical technicians, and quality control personnel, is also essential for the successful manufacture of these medicaments.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 300310 is medicaments containing penicillins, streptomycins, or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses. These medicaments are then consumed by various industries, including the 300410 Medicaments; containing alkaloids or derivatives thereof, not containing hormones, steroids used as hormones or antibiotics, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale and 300420 Medicaments; containing antibiotics, not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale industries, as well as the broader healthcare sector.

Revisions to 300310

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 300310. The most recent 1 version of this code (300310) is in the HS v2022 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 300310 ( HS v2017).

Family tree for medicaments; containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale)

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/30'>30: Pharmaceutical products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/3003'>3003: Medicaments; (not goods of heading no. 3002, 3005 or 3006) of two or more constituents mixed together for therapeutic or prophylactic use not in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/300310'>300310: Medicaments; containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale)</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/300320'>300320: Medicaments; containing antibiotics other than penicillins, streptomycins and their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/300331'>300331: Medicaments; containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/300339'>300339: Medicaments; containing hormones (excluding insulin), (but not containing antibiotics), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/300341'>300341: Medicaments; containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing ephedrine or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not packaged for retail sale)</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/300342'>300342: Medicaments; containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing pseudoephedrine (INN) or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not packaged for retail sale)</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/300343'>300343: Medicaments; containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing norephedrine or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not packaged for retail sale)</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/300349'>300349: Medicaments; containing alkaloids or their derivatives; other than ephedrine, pseudoephedrine (INN) or norephedrine or their salts; for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not packaged for retail sale)</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/300360'>300360: Medicaments; containing antimalarial active principles described in subheading note 2 to this chapter, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not packaged for retail sale)</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2017/300390'>300390: Medicaments; (not containing antibiotics, hormones, alkaloids or their derivatives), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not packaged for retail sale)</a>"]

    

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