Vaccines, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products; for veterinary medicine

HS v2022 Code: 300242

About vaccines, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products; for veterinary medicine

HS code 300242 covers a critical segment of the veterinary medicine industry, encompassing the production of vaccines, toxins, and cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) for use in animal healthcare. This industry plays a vital role in maintaining the health and well-being of livestock, pets, and other animals, contributing significantly to the broader agricultural and animal husbandry sectors.

Production process

The production of the products covered under HS code 300242 typically involves complex biotechnological processes. Vaccines are often developed through the cultivation of weakened or inactivated pathogens, which are then purified and formulated for safe administration. Toxins may be extracted from natural sources, while cultures of micro-organisms are grown in controlled laboratory environments. These specialized techniques require advanced equipment, stringent quality control measures, and highly skilled personnel to ensure the safety and efficacy of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the industry described by HS code 300242 include a variety of raw materials, such as cell cultures, growth media, and purification reagents. Specialized equipment, such as bioreactors, centrifuges, and lyophilizers, are also essential for the production process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce of microbiologists, biochemists, and veterinary professionals to oversee the development and manufacturing of these critical veterinary products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 300242 are vaccines, toxins, and cultures of micro-organisms for use in veterinary medicine. These products are then consumed by 010000 Animal Production industries, 020000 Crop and Animal Production, Hunting and Related Service Activities, and 210000 Manufacture of Pharmaceuticals, Medicinal Chemical and Botanical Products to maintain the health and well-being of animals, prevent and treat diseases, and support the broader agricultural ecosystem.

Revisions to 300242

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 300242. The most recent 1 version of this code (300242) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 300242.

Family tree for vaccines, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products; for veterinary medicine

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/30'>30: Pharmaceutical products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3002'>3002: Human blood; animal blood for therapeutic, prophylactic or diagnostic uses; antisera, other blood fractions, immunological products, modified or obtained by biotechnological processes; vaccines, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) etc</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300242'>300242: Vaccines, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products; for veterinary medicine</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300212'>300212: Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products; antisera and other blood fractions</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300213'>300213: Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products; immunological products, unmixed, not put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300214'>300214: Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products; immunological products, mixed, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300215'>300215: Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products; immunological products, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300241'>300241: Vaccines, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products; for human medicine</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300249'>300249: Toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products; n.e.c. in item 3002.3</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300251'>300251: Cell cultures, whether or not modified; cell therapy products</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300259'>300259: Cell cultures, whether or not modified; other cell cultures not including cell therapy products</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300290'>300290: Toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products</a>"]

    

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