Medicaments; containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale

HS v2022 Code: 300410

About medicaments; containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale

HS code 300410 covers medicaments containing penicillins, streptomycins, or their derivatives, packaged for retail sale. This industry is a critical component of the global pharmaceutical sector, responsible for producing essential medicines used to treat a wide range of infections and diseases. The production and distribution of these medicaments play a vital role in maintaining public health and supporting the broader healthcare ecosystem.

Production process

The production of medicaments under HS code 300410 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), such as penicillins or streptomycins, are synthesized or extracted from natural sources. These APIs are then formulated into the final dosage forms, such as tablets, capsules, or solutions, through processes like granulation, compression, and packaging. Quality control measures, including testing for purity, potency, and stability, are implemented throughout the production process to ensure the safety and efficacy of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of medicaments under HS code 300410 include the raw materials for the APIs, such as chemical precursors or fermentation broths, as well as excipients like binders, fillers, and coatings. Specialized manufacturing equipment, such as reactors, granulators, and packaging machines, are also essential. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, including chemists, pharmacists, and production technicians, to oversee the various stages of the manufacturing process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 300410 is finished medicament products containing penicillins, streptomycins, or their derivatives, packaged for retail sale. These products are typically consumed by 300490 Medicaments; consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, 300420 Medicaments; containing antibiotics, packaged for retail sale and 300450 Medicaments; containing vitamins or other products of heading no. 2936, packaged for retail sale industries, as well as by healthcare providers and individual consumers.

Revisions to 300410

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 300410. The most recent 1 version of this code (300410) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 300410.

Family tree for medicaments; containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, 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/v2022/3004'>3004: Medicaments; (not goods of heading no. 3002, 3005 or 3006) consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic use, put up in measured doses (incl. those in the form of transdermal admin. systems) or packed for retail sale</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300410'>300410: Medicaments; containing penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300420'>300420: Medicaments; containing antibiotics (other than penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300431'>300431: Medicaments; containing insulin, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300432'>300432: Medicaments; containing corticosteroid hormones, their derivatives or structural analogues (but not containing antibiotics), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300439'>300439: Medicaments; containing hormones (but not insulin), adrenal cortex hormones or antibiotics, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300441'>300441: Medicaments; containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing ephedrine or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300442'>300442: Medicaments; containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing pseudoephedrine (INN) or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300443'>300443: Medicaments; containing alkaloids or their derivatives, containing norephedrine or its salts, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300449'>300449: Medicaments; containing alkaloids or their derivatives; other than ephedrine, pseudoephedrine (INN) or norephedrine or their salts; for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> L["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300450'>300450: Medicaments; containing vitamins or their derivatives, for therapeutic or prophylactic use, packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> M["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300460'>300460: Medicaments; containing antimalarial active principles described in Subheading Note 2 to this Chapter, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> N["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300490'>300490: Medicaments; consisting of mixed or unmixed products n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]

    

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