Medicaments; containing corticosteroid hormones, their derivatives or structural analogues (but not containing antibiotics), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale

HS v2022 Code: 300432

About medicaments; containing corticosteroid hormones, their derivatives or structural analogues (but not containing antibiotics), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale

HS code 300432 covers a critical segment of the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones, their derivatives, or structural analogues. These products play a vital role in therapeutic and prophylactic treatments, addressing a wide range of medical conditions. As a highly regulated and specialized field, the production and distribution of these medicaments are essential components of the broader healthcare ecosystem, contributing significantly to global public health and well-being.

Production process

The production of medicaments under HS code 300432 involves a complex and tightly controlled process. It typically begins with the extraction and purification of the necessary corticosteroid hormones, derivatives, or analogues from natural sources or through synthetic processes. These active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) are then carefully formulated, combined with appropriate excipients, and packaged in a manner that ensures the product's safety, efficacy, and stability. Stringent quality control measures are implemented throughout the manufacturing process to meet regulatory standards and ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality medicaments.

Production inputs

The production of medicaments under HS code 300432 requires a range of specialized inputs, including the raw materials for the corticosteroid hormones, derivatives, or analogues, as well as various excipients and packaging materials. Additionally, the industry relies on advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment, such as reactors, purification systems, and packaging machinery. Skilled personnel, including chemists, pharmacists, and regulatory experts, are essential for the successful development, production, and distribution of these specialized medicaments.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 300432 is a diverse range of medicaments containing corticosteroid hormones, their derivatives, or structural analogues, packaged for retail sale. These products are widely used in the treatment and prevention of various medical conditions, including inflammatory disorders, autoimmune diseases, and certain types of cancer. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by 300410 Medicaments; containing penicillins or derivatives thereof, with a penicillanic acid structure, or streptomycins or their derivatives, 300420 Medicaments; containing antibiotics, not elsewhere classified, and 300439 Medicaments; containing hormones or other products of heading 2937, not elsewhere classified, for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not packaged for retail sale.

Revisions to 300432

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 300432. The most recent 1 version of this code (300432) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 300432.

Family tree for medicaments; containing corticosteroid hormones, their derivatives or structural analogues (but not containing antibiotics), 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/v2022/300432'>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 --> 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/v2022/300420'>300420: Medicaments; containing antibiotics (other than penicillins, streptomycins or their derivatives), for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, packaged for retail sale</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300431'>300431: Medicaments; containing insulin, 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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