Wadding, gauze, bandages (dressings, adhesive plasters, poultices), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances or in forms or packings for retail sale, for medical, surgical or veterinary use

HS v2022 Code: 3005

About wadding, gauze, bandages (dressings, adhesive plasters, poultices), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances or in forms or packings for retail sale, for medical, surgical or veterinary use

HS code 3005 covers a range of medical and surgical products, including wadding, gauze, bandages, dressings, and adhesive plasters. These items are essential for the healthcare industry, providing critical supplies for wound care, first aid, and various medical procedures. The global market for these products has seen steady growth in recent years, driven by factors such as rising healthcare expenditure, increasing prevalence of chronic diseases, and a growing emphasis on personal hygiene and preventive healthcare.

Production process

The production of goods under HS code 3005 typically involves a multi-step process. First, the raw materials, such as cotton, synthetic fibers, or other textiles, are sourced and prepared. These materials are then processed through cutting, weaving, or knitting to create the desired fabric or wadding. The products are then impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances, such as antiseptics or medications, to provide the necessary medical or therapeutic properties. Finally, the items are packaged and prepared for distribution to healthcare providers, pharmacies, and retail outlets.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of goods under HS code 3005 include textile materials (e.g., cotton, synthetic fibers), pharmaceutical substances (e.g., antiseptics, medications), and specialized machinery for fabric processing and product assembly. Additionally, the industry relies on a skilled workforce, including textile technicians, pharmaceutical experts, and packaging professionals, to ensure the quality and safety of the final products.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the industry covered by HS code 3005 are a wide range of medical and surgical supplies, including 3005 (Wadding, gauze, bandages (dressings, adhesive plasters, poultices), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances or in forms or packings for retail sale, for medical, surgical or veterinary use). These products are essential for the healthcare sector, as they are used in various medical and surgical procedures, as well as for personal care and first aid. The outputs of this industry may be consumed by 3006 Pharmaceutical goods, 9018 Instruments and appliances used in medical, surgical, dental or veterinary sciences, and other related industries.

Family tree for wadding, gauze, bandages (dressings, adhesive plasters, poultices), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances or in forms or packings for retail sale, for medical, surgical or veterinary use

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/30'>30: Pharmaceutical products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3005'>3005: Wadding, gauze, bandages (dressings, adhesive plasters, poultices), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances or in forms or packings for retail sale, for medical, surgical or veterinary use</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3001'>3001: Glands and other organs (extracts, secretions thereof) for organo-therapeutic uses, dried, powdered or not; heparin and its salts; other human or animal substances for therapeutic or prophylactic uses n.e.c.</a>"]
A --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3002'>3002: Human blood; animal blood for therapeutic, prophylactic or diagnostic uses; antisera, other blood fractions, immunological products, modified or obtained by biotechnological processes; vaccines, toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) etc</a>"]
A --> E["<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>"]
A --> F["<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>"]
A --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3006'>3006: Pharmaceutical goods</a>"]

    B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300510'>300510: Dressings, adhesive; and other articles having an adhesive layer, packed for retail sale for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary purposes</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300590'>300590: Wadding, gauze, bandages and similar articles; (excluding adhesive dressings), impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances, packaged for retail sale</a>"]


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