Medicaments; containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not packaged for retail sale

HS v2022 Code: 300331

About medicaments; containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not packaged for retail sale

HS code 300331 covers medicaments containing insulin for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not packaged for retail sale. This code is of significant importance within the pharmaceutical industry, as insulin is a critical hormone used to regulate blood sugar levels and treat conditions such as diabetes. The production and distribution of these specialized medicaments play a vital role in global healthcare systems and the overall economy.

Production process

The production of medicaments under HS code 300331 typically involves a multi-step process. First, insulin is extracted and purified from various sources, such as porcine or bovine pancreas. The extracted insulin is then formulated with other necessary ingredients, such as stabilizers and preservatives, to create the final medicament. Strict quality control measures and regulatory compliance are essential throughout the manufacturing process to ensure the safety and efficacy of the final product.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of medicaments under HS code 300331 include raw insulin, which is the primary active ingredient, as well as various excipients and packaging materials. Specialized manufacturing equipment, such as fermentation tanks, purification systems, and filling/packaging machines, are also essential for the production process. Additionally, skilled personnel, including scientists, technicians, and regulatory experts, are necessary to ensure the proper development, testing, and distribution of these specialized medicaments.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 300331 is medicaments containing insulin for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not packaged for retail sale. These medicaments are typically consumed by healthcare providers, such as hospitals and clinics, for the treatment of conditions like diabetes. Other related HS codes that may consume the output of 300331 include 300339 Medicaments; containing hormones or other products of heading no. 2937 but not containing antibiotics, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not packaged for retail sale and 300431 Medicaments; containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale.

Revisions to 300331

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 300331. The most recent 1 version of this code (300331) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 300331.

Family tree for medicaments; containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not packaged for retail sale

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/30'>30: Pharmaceutical products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3003'>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/v2022/300331'>300331: Medicaments; containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not packaged for retail sale</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300310'>300310: Medicaments; containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not in measured doses, not packaged for retail sale)</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300320'>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 --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300339'>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/v2022/300341'>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/v2022/300342'>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/v2022/300343'>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/v2022/300349'>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/v2022/300360'>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/v2022/300390'>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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