About HS Code 300190
This broad category covers a diverse range of human and animal-derived substances, including heparin and its salts, prepared for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not specifically covered by other subheadings within 3001. It's a critical component of the global pharmaceutical supply chain, providing raw materials and intermediate products for a vast array of medical treatments. Key importers are pharmaceutical companies, contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), and research laboratories worldwide, seeking specialized biological components for drug development and production. Exporters often originate from countries with strong biopharmaceutical research, animal husbandry, or human plasma collection infrastructure. The trade involves strict quality control, traceability, and adherence to international health and safety regulations, given the biological origin and medical application of these substances. The market is influenced by demand for anticoagulants, vaccines, and other advanced biological therapies.
Products Under This Code
Heparin sodium, Heparin calcium, Chondroitin sulfate (animal origin), Hyaluronic acid (animal origin), Collagen (medical grade), Placental extracts, Brain extracts for therapy
Real World Examples
Heparin (e.g., Lovenox, Fragmin - active ingredient), Bovine collagen for medical use, Porcine heparin, Human albumin (as a raw material, not finished product), Animal-derived enzymes for industrial use (if therapeutic)
Common Misclassification
This code is often confused with 300120 if the extracts are from glands for organo-therapeutic uses, or with 3002 for blood fractions and immunological products, especially if the substance is a more complex biological preparation.
Products Classified Under 3001.90
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
China, USA, Germany, and Denmark are significant players in both the production and trade of these specialized biological substances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 300190?
HS code 300190 covers: Glands and other organs; heparin and its salts; other human or animal substances prepared for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, n.e.c. in heading 3001. This broad category covers a diverse range of human and animal-derived substances, including heparin and its salts, prepared for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not specifically covered by other subheadings within 3001. It's a critical component of the global pharmaceutical supply chain, providing raw materials and intermediate products for a vast array of medical treatments. Key importers are pharmaceutical companies, contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs), and research laboratories worldwide, seeking specialized biological components for drug development and production. Exporters often originate from countries with strong biopharmaceutical research, animal husbandry, or human plasma collection infrastructure. The trade involves strict quality control, traceability, and adherence to international health and safety regulations, given the biological origin and medical application of these substances. The market is influenced by demand for anticoagulants, vaccines, and other advanced biological therapies.
What products fall under HS code 300190?
Heparin sodium, Heparin calcium, Chondroitin sulfate (animal origin), Hyaluronic acid (animal origin), Collagen (medical grade), Placental extracts, Brain extracts for therapy
What are common misclassifications for HS code 300190?
This code is often confused with 300120 if the extracts are from glands for organo-therapeutic uses, or with 3002 for blood fractions and immunological products, especially if the substance is a more complex biological preparation.
How is HS code 300190 structured?
HS code 300190 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (30) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (01) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (90) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.