Medicaments; containing antibiotics (other than penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale

HS v2022 Code: 300420

About medicaments; containing antibiotics (other than penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale

HS code 300420 covers medicaments containing antibiotics (other than penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives) that are packaged for retail sale. This industry plays a crucial role in the global healthcare system, providing essential pharmaceutical products for therapeutic and prophylactic uses. As a key component of the broader pharmaceutical industry, the 300420 category contributes significantly to the overall economy, ensuring the availability of critical medicines to consumers worldwide.

Production process

The production of medicaments under HS code 300420 involves a multi-step process. It typically begins with the extraction and purification of the active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), which are then combined with various excipients and formulated into the final dosage forms, such as tablets, capsules, or solutions. Strict quality control measures and regulatory compliance are essential throughout the manufacturing process to ensure the safety, efficacy, and purity of the final products.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of medicaments under HS code 300420 include the APIs, which are the active substances responsible for the therapeutic effects, as well as a range of excipients such as binders, fillers, disintegrants, and lubricants. Additionally, specialized production equipment, including mixing, granulation, and tableting machines, are necessary to transform the raw materials into the final dosage forms. Skilled personnel, such as chemists, pharmacists, and production technicians, are also crucial inputs for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of the industry covered by HS code 300420 is a diverse range of medicaments containing antibiotics (other than penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives) that are packaged for retail sale. These products are then consumed by 300450 Medicaments; containing vitamins or other products of heading no. 2936, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale, 300490 Medicaments; for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, n.e.c. in heading no. 3004, packaged for retail sale, and other healthcare-related industries and consumers.

Revisions to 300420

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 300420. The most recent 1 version of this code (300420) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 300420.

Family tree for medicaments; containing antibiotics (other than 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/v2022/300420'>300420: Medicaments; containing antibiotics (other than penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]

    B --> D["<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 --> 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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