Medicaments; containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing norephedrine or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not packaged for retail sale)

HS v2022 Code: 300343

About medicaments; containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing norephedrine or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not packaged for retail sale)

HS code 300343 covers medicaments containing alkaloids or their derivatives, including norephedrine or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses. These types of medicaments are crucial in the pharmaceutical industry, playing a vital role in the treatment and prevention of various health conditions. As a key component of the broader pharmaceutical supply chain, this industry contributes significantly to the global healthcare system and economy.

Production process

The production of medicaments under HS code 300343 typically involves a multi-step process. It begins with the extraction and purification of the active pharmaceutical ingredients, such as alkaloids and their derivatives, from natural sources or through synthetic processes. These purified compounds are then formulated with appropriate excipients, such as binders, fillers, and disintegrants, to create the final medicament. Quality control measures, including testing for purity, potency, and stability, are rigorously implemented throughout the production 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 300343 include the raw materials, such as the alkaloids or their derivatives, as well as various excipients and processing equipment. Specialized machinery, such as extraction units, reactors, and tableting machines, are essential for the production process. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, including chemists, pharmacists, and production technicians, to ensure the proper handling and processing of the materials.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 300343 is the medicaments containing alkaloids or their derivatives, including norephedrine or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses. These medicaments are typically consumed by the 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 industry, as they are used in the treatment and prevention of various health conditions. Additionally, the outputs of this industry may be further processed or incorporated into other pharmaceutical products, such as 300420 Medicaments; containing antibiotics, not packaged for retail sale or 300439 Medicaments; containing hormones or other products of heading no. 2937, not packaged for retail sale.

Revisions to 300343

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 300343. The most recent 1 version of this code (300343) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 300343.

Family tree for medicaments; containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing norephedrine or its salts, 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/v2022/300343'>300343: Medicaments; containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing norephedrine or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, (not packaged for retail sale)</a>"]

    B --> 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/v2022/300331'>300331: Medicaments; containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> G["<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 --> H["<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 --> I["<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 --> 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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