Pharmaceutical goods; appliances identifiable for ostomy use

HS v2022 Code: 300691

About pharmaceutical goods; appliances identifiable for ostomy use

HS code 300691 covers a critical segment of the pharmaceutical industry - appliances identifiable for ostomy use. Ostomy products are essential medical devices used by individuals who have undergone surgical procedures to create an artificial opening (stoma) in the body for the elimination of bodily waste. This industry plays a vital role in supporting the health and quality of life for millions of people worldwide, and its products are in high demand across the global healthcare sector.

Production process

The production of ostomy appliances involves a range of specialized manufacturing techniques. Key steps include the fabrication of the main pouch or bag component, the incorporation of adhesive and closure mechanisms, and the assembly of any additional features such as filters or drainage ports. Manufacturers utilize advanced materials science and precision engineering to ensure the products are comfortable, durable, and effective for their intended use.

Production inputs

The production of HS code 300691 items requires a variety of raw materials and resources. This includes specialized polymers, adhesives, and other synthetic materials to construct the main pouch and attachment components. Manufacturers also rely on precision machinery and tooling to shape, assemble, and package the final products. Additionally, the industry requires a skilled workforce capable of executing the intricate manufacturing processes to exacting standards.

Production outputs

Ostomy appliances produced under HS code 300691 are primarily consumed by the healthcare sector, including hospitals, clinics, and specialized medical suppliers. These products are essential for individuals living with conditions such as V44 Colostomy, ileostomy and ureterostomy, V55 Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device, and other medical situations requiring an artificial stoma. The outputs of this industry also support related 300650 Wadding, gauze, bandages and the like; impregnated or coated with pharmaceutical substances or put up in forms or packings for retail sale, for medical, surgical, dental or veterinary purposes and 902110 Orthopaedic or fracture appliances, among other healthcare product categories.

Revisions to 300691

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 300691. The most recent 1 version of this code (300691) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 300691.

Family tree for pharmaceutical goods; appliances identifiable for ostomy use

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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/v2022/300691'>300691: Pharmaceutical goods; appliances identifiable for ostomy use</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/v2022/300670'>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 --> 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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