Ephedra, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered

HS v2022 Code: 121150

About ephedra, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered

HS code 121150 covers ephedra, a plant species that has a wide range of applications in the pharmaceutical, perfumery, and agricultural industries. Ephedra is a valuable natural resource, with its extracts and derivatives finding use in various medicinal, cosmetic, and pest control products. This code plays a significant role in the global trade of botanical raw materials, contributing to the broader economy through its diverse industrial applications.

Production process

Ephedra plants are typically harvested from their natural habitats, either wild or cultivated. The harvested material may be fresh, chilled, frozen, or dried, and can be further processed by cutting, crushing, or powdering, depending on the intended use. Extraction techniques, such as distillation or solvent-based methods, are often employed to isolate the active compounds from the plant material, which are then used in the production of various end-products.

Production inputs

The primary input for this industry is the ephedra plant itself, which can be sourced from both wild and cultivated sources. Depending on the specific application, additional inputs may include processing equipment, solvents, and other chemicals used in the extraction and purification of the active compounds. Energy sources, such as electricity or fuel, are also required for the various processing steps involved in the production of ephedra-based products.

Production outputs

The main outputs of this industry are the various extracts, derivatives, and processed forms of ephedra, which are then used as inputs for a wide range of products. These include 300450 Medicaments containing ephedrine or its sal for pharmaceutical applications, 330290 Mixtures of odoriferous substances and mixtures for use in perfumery, and 380810 Insecticides, rodenticides, fungicides, herbicides, anti-sprouting products and plant-growth regulators, disinfectants and similar productsfor insecticidal, fungicidal, and related purposes.

Revisions to 121150

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 121150. The most recent 1 version of this code (121150) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 121150.

Family tree for ephedra, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/12'>12: Oil seeds and oleaginous fruits; miscellaneous grains, seeds and fruit, industrial or medicinal plants; straw and fodder</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/1211'>1211: Plants and parts of plants (including seeds and fruits), of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121150'>121150: Ephedra, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121120'>121120: Ginseng roots, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121130'>121130: Coca leaf; of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121140'>121140: Poppy straw; of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121160'>121160: Bark of African cherry (Prunus africana); of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/121190'>121190: Plants and parts (including seeds and fruits) n.e.c. in heading no. 1211, of a kind used primarily in perfumery, in pharmacy or for insecticidal, fungicidal or similar purposes, fresh, chilled, frozen or dried, whether or not cut, crushed or powdered</a>"]

    

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