HS Code Subheading

Hormones, prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, natural or reproduced by synthesis; derivatives and structural analogues thereof, including chain modified polypeptides, used primarily as hormones, n.e.c. in heading 2937

2937.90 Subheading
Section VI — Products of the chemical or allied industries

About HS Code 293790

This category encompasses a diverse range of biologically active compounds crucial for pharmaceutical and biotechnological industries. It includes various hormones, such as growth hormones, insulin analogues, and sex hormones, as well as prostaglandins, thromboxanes, and leukotrienes, which are lipid compounds with hormone-like effects involved in inflammation and other physiological processes. These substances, whether naturally derived or synthetically reproduced, are vital for manufacturing medicines, diagnostic reagents, and research chemicals. Major importers and exporters are typically pharmaceutical giants, specialized chemical manufacturers, and research institutions in developed economies. Key things to know include the stringent regulatory controls on their production, handling, and trade due to their potent biological activity and potential for misuse. The high value and sensitivity of these products necessitate specialized logistics, including cold chain management, and compliance with international drug control conventions. Their trade is often B2B, supplying active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for drug formulation.

Products Under This Code

Insulin glargine, Somatropin, Leuprolide acetate, Alprostadil, Dinoprostone, Eptifibatide, Desmopressin

Real World Examples

Humalog (Eli Lilly), Norditropin (Novo Nordisk), Lupron (AbbVie), Prostin VR Pediatric (Pfizer), Eptifibatide Injection (Hikma), DDAVP (Ferring Pharmaceuticals)

Common Misclassification

This code can be confused with other medicaments (Chapter 30) if the products are already formulated into dosage forms, or with other organic compounds (Chapter 29) if their primary use isn't hormonal, such as certain amino-acids or peptides under 2922 or 2924.

Related Codes

2937.11 Polypeptide hormones, protein hormones and glycoprotein hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues; somatotropin, its derivatives and structural analogues 2937.12 Polypeptide hormones, protein hormones and glycoprotein hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues; insulin and its salts 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 2937.21 Steroidal hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues; cortisone, hydrocortisone, prednisone (dehydrocortisone) and prednisolone (dehydrohydrocortisone) 2937.22 Steroidal hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues; halogenated derivatives of corticosteroidal hormones 2937.23 Steroidal hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues; oestrogens and progestogens 2937.29 Steroidal hormones, their derivatives and structural analogues; other than cortisone, hydrocortisone, prednisone (dehydrocortisone), prednisolone (dehydrohydrocortisone), halogenated derivatives of corticosteroidal hormones, oestrogen and progestogens 2937.50 Prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, their derivatives and structural analogues

Industry

This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.

Trade Overview

Germany, Switzerland, Ireland, and the USA are prominent players in both importing and exporting these high-value pharmaceutical intermediates.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is HS code 293790?

HS code 293790 covers: Hormones, prostaglandins, thromboxanes and leukotrienes, natural or reproduced by synthesis; derivatives and structural analogues thereof, including chain modified polypeptides, used primarily as hormones, n.e.c. in heading 2937. This category encompasses a diverse range of biologically active compounds crucial for pharmaceutical and biotechnological industries. It includes various hormones, such as growth hormones, insulin analogues, and sex hormones, as well as prostaglandins, thromboxanes, and leukotrienes, which are lipid compounds with hormone-like effects involved in inflammation and other physiological processes. These substances, whether naturally derived or synthetically reproduced, are vital for manufacturing medicines, diagnostic reagents, and research chemicals. Major importers and exporters are typically pharmaceutical giants, specialized chemical manufacturers, and research institutions in developed economies. Key things to know include the stringent regulatory controls on their production, handling, and trade due to their potent biological activity and potential for misuse. The high value and sensitivity of these products necessitate specialized logistics, including cold chain management, and compliance with international drug control conventions. Their trade is often B2B, supplying active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for drug formulation.

What products fall under HS code 293790?

Insulin glargine, Somatropin, Leuprolide acetate, Alprostadil, Dinoprostone, Eptifibatide, Desmopressin

What are common misclassifications for HS code 293790?

This code can be confused with other medicaments (Chapter 30) if the products are already formulated into dosage forms, or with other organic compounds (Chapter 29) if their primary use isn't hormonal, such as certain amino-acids or peptides under 2922 or 2924.

How is HS code 293790 structured?

HS code 293790 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 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.