HS code · 6-digit subheading
HS Code 2937.19 – Polypeptide hormones, protein hormones and glycoprotein hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues; other than somatotropin, (its derivatives and structural anaologues) and insulin and its salts
HS code 2937.19 is the 6-digit subheading for polypeptide hormones, protein hormones and glycoprotein hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues, other than somatotropin, (its derivatives and structural anaologues) and insulin and its salts. It is used for erythropoietin (EPO), glucagon, calcitonin, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH).
What HS 2937.19 covers
This HS code serves as a residual category for polypeptide, protein, and glycoprotein hormones, their derivatives, and structural analogues, excluding somatotropin and insulin. This diverse group includes a wide range of biologically active compounds with various therapeutic applications, from stimulating red blood cell production to regulating metabolism and reproductive functions. Pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and research institutions are the primary entities involved in the international trade of these specialized hormones. Trade often involves high-value, low-volume shipments, requiring stringent quality control, cold chain management for many biologics, and compliance with complex pharmaceutical regulations. The market is characterized by ongoing research and development, leading to new therapeutic uses and a constant evolution of traded products within this category.
- Covers
- Erythropoietin (EPO)
- Glucagon
- Calcitonin
- Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
- Luteinizing hormone (LH)
- Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG)
- Parathyroid hormone (PTH)
- Examples
- Epogen (Amgen)
- GlucaGen (Novo Nordisk)
- Miacalcin (Novartis)
- Gonal-f (Merck Serono)
- Ovidrel (Merck Serono)
Codes often confused with 2937.19
Common mistake. This code is for 'other' polypeptide hormones and should not be used for somatotropin (293711) or insulin (293712), which have their own specific codes.
Top exporters and importers of HS code 293719, 2025
In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 293719 in UN Comtrade data was Ireland, with 70% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 63% of world imports. Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Top exporters 2025 · share of world exports
- 1 Ireland $59.1B 70% of world exports
- 2 United States $18.5B 22% of world exports
- 3 Denmark $3.7B 4.3% of world exports
World total: $84.3B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
Top importers 2025 · share of world imports
- 1 United States $57.8B 63% of world imports
- 2 Italy $24.1B 26% of world imports
- 3 China $3.3B 3.6% of world imports
World total: $91.5B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗
How these figures are built
109 countries reported 2025 trade to UN Comtrade in HS 2022, and their own totals are used. Countries that did not report are estimated from what other countries recorded trading with them. Those estimates miss trade with other non-reporting countries, so they can be low, and a non-reporting country can rank higher than shown or be missing from the list. World totals add both and leave out trade between two non-reporting countries. Figures are in current US dollars; reported imports are mostly valued CIF and exports FOB, and exports include re-exports. The UN Comtrade links show the underlying records; they can also list a few reporters left out here (regional groups and older HS editions).
Source: UN Comtrade (United Nations Statistics Division), 2025 annual data.
Brazil NCM codes for 2937.19 6
Brazil splits HS 2937.19 into 6 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.
- 2937.19.10 ACTH (corticotropin)ACTH (corticotropina)
- 2937.19.20 HCG (chorionic gonadotrophin)HCG (gonadotropina coriônica)
- 2937.19.30 PMSG (serum gonadotrophin)PMSG (gonadotropina sérica)
- 2937.19.40 MenotrophinsMenotropinas
- 2937.19.50 OxytocinOxitocina
- 2937.19.90 Other polypeptide, protein, glycoprotein hormonesOutros
All Brazil NCM codes in heading 29.37 →
Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.
Questions about HS 2937.19
What is HS code 293719?
HS code 293719 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Polypeptide hormones, protein hormones and glycoprotein hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues; other than somatotropin, (its derivatives and structural anaologues) and insulin and its salts. This HS code serves as a residual category for polypeptide, protein, and glycoprotein hormones, their derivatives, and structural analogues, excluding somatotropin and insulin. This diverse group includes a wide range of biologically active compounds with various therapeutic applications, from stimulating red blood cell production to regulating metabolism and reproductive functions. Pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology firms, and research institutions are the primary entities involved in the international trade of these specialized hormones. Trade often involves high-value, low-volume shipments, requiring stringent quality control, cold chain management for many biologics, and compliance with complex pharmaceutical regulations. The market is characterized by ongoing research and development, leading to new therapeutic uses and a constant evolution of traded products within this category.
What products fall under HS code 293719?
Erythropoietin (EPO), Glucagon, Calcitonin, Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), Luteinizing hormone (LH), Human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG), Parathyroid hormone (PTH)
What are common misclassifications for HS code 293719?
This code is for 'other' polypeptide hormones and should not be used for somatotropin (293711) or insulin (293712), which have their own specific codes.
Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 293719?
In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 293719 in UN Comtrade data were Ireland ($59.1B, 70% of world exports), the United States ($18.5B) and Denmark ($3.7B). World exports came to about $84.3B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
Which countries are the top importers of goods under HS code 293719?
In 2025, the top importers of HS code 293719 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($57.8B, 63% of world imports), Italy ($24.1B) and China ($3.3B). World imports came to about $91.5B, adding countries' reported figures and partner-based estimates for those that did not report (UN Comtrade data). Countries that did not report 2025 data are estimated from partner records, which can understate them.
How is HS code 293719 structured?
HS code 293719 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (29) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (37) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (19) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.
What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 293719?
Brazil splits HS code 293719 into 6 NCM codes: 2937.19.10 (ACTH (corticotropin)), 2937.19.20 (HCG (chorionic gonadotrophin)), 2937.19.30 (PMSG (serum gonadotrophin)), 2937.19.40 (Menotrophins), 2937.19.50 (Oxytocin), 2937.19.90 (Other polypeptide, protein, glycoprotein hormones). The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.