Pharmaceutical goods; Gel preparations designed to be used in human or veterinary medicine as a lubricant for parts of the body for surgical operations or physical examinations or as a coupling agent between the body and medical instruments

HS v2022 Code: 300670

About pharmaceutical goods; gel preparations designed to be used in human or veterinary medicine as a lubricant for parts of the body for surgical operations or physical examinations or as a coupling agent between the body and medical instruments

HS code 300670 covers a critical segment of the pharmaceutical industry, focusing on specialized gel preparations used in medical procedures and examinations. These lubricating gels play a vital role in facilitating smooth interactions between the human body and medical instruments, ensuring patient comfort and safety during surgical operations and physical examinations. As a key component of the broader healthcare ecosystem, this industry supports the delivery of essential medical services and contributes to the overall well-being of both human and animal populations.

Production process

The production of these pharmaceutical gels typically involves a multi-step process. First, the active ingredients, such as polymers, emollients, and preservatives, are carefully selected and blended together. The mixture is then subjected to precise temperature and pH controls to achieve the desired viscosity and consistency. Finally, the gel is packaged into sterile containers, ensuring its purity and readiness for medical use.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of HS code 300670 products include a range of specialized chemicals and polymers, such as 39000 Plastics and articles thereof, 29000 Organic chemicals, and 38000 Miscellaneous chemical products. Additionally, the industry relies on advanced manufacturing equipment and strict quality control measures to ensure the safety and efficacy of the final products.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 300670 is the specialized lubricating gel preparations used in medical procedures and examinations. These products are consumed by various healthcare providers, including hospitals, clinics, and medical laboratories, as well as by individual patients. The output of this industry may also be used as an input for the production of 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, 300610 Pharmaceutical goods; sterile surgical catgut, similar sterile suture materials and sterile tissue adhesives for surgical wound closure; sterile laminaria and sterile laminaria tents; sterile absorbable surgical or dental haemostatics, and other related medical devices and supplies.

Revisions to 300670

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 300670. The most recent 1 version of this code (300670) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 300670.

Family tree for pharmaceutical goods; gel preparations designed to be used in human or veterinary medicine as a lubricant for parts of the body for surgical operations or physical examinations or as a coupling agent between the body and medical instruments

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/30'>30: Pharmaceutical products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/3006'>3006: Pharmaceutical goods</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300670'>300670: Pharmaceutical goods; Gel preparations designed to be used in human or veterinary medicine as a lubricant for parts of the body for surgical operations or physical examinations or as a coupling agent between the body and medical instruments</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300610'>300610: Pharmaceutical goods; sterile surgical catgut, suture materials, tissue adhesives, laminaria, laminaria tents, absorbable surgical or dental haemostatics, and surgical or dental adhesion barriers</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300630'>300630: Pharmaceutical goods; opacifying preparations for x-ray examinations, diagnostic reagents designed to be administered to the patient</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300640'>300640: Pharmaceutical goods; dental cements and other dental fillings, bone reconstruction cements</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300650'>300650: Pharmaceutical goods; first aid boxes and kits</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300660'>300660: Pharmaceutical goods; chemical contraceptive preparations based on hormones, on other products of heading 2937 or on spermicides</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300691'>300691: Pharmaceutical goods; appliances identifiable for ostomy use</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300692'>300692: Pharmaceutical goods; waste pharmaceuticals</a>"]
B --> K["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/300693'>300693: Pharmaceutical goods; placebos and blinded (or double-blinded) clinical trial kits for a recognised clinical trial, put up in measured doses</a>"]

    

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