HS code · 6-digit subheading

HS Code 3002.12 – Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products; antisera and other blood fractions

HS code 3002.12 is the 6-digit subheading for blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products, antisera and other blood fractions. It is used for human albumin solution (bulk), immunoglobulin G (IgG) concentrate, fibrinogen concentrate, anti-D immunoglobulin and tetanus antitoxin.

What HS 3002.12 covers

This HS code specifically targets antisera and other blood fractions, whether human or animal, which are crucial components in diagnostics, research, and therapeutic applications. These products are vital for passive immunization, disease detection, and the production of various biopharmaceuticals. Major importers include pharmaceutical manufacturers, diagnostic kit producers, research institutions, and hospitals, all requiring high-quality, purified blood components. Exporters are typically countries with advanced blood collection and processing facilities, robust healthcare systems, and strong biopharmaceutical industries. The trade is characterized by extremely strict regulatory controls, rigorous testing for pathogens, complex cold chain logistics, and ethical considerations regarding sourcing. The global demand is driven by the need for effective treatments for infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders, and emergency medical interventions.

Covers
  • Human albumin solution (bulk)
  • Immunoglobulin G (IgG) concentrate
  • Fibrinogen concentrate
  • Anti-D immunoglobulin
  • Tetanus antitoxin
  • Diphtheria antitoxin
  • Snake antivenom
Examples
  • Human Albumin (e.g., Albuminar, Flexbumin - bulk form)
  • IVIG (Intravenous Immunoglobulin - bulk form)
  • Anti-Rh(D) immunoglobulin (e.g., RhoGAM - active ingredient)
  • Equine tetanus antitoxin
  • Snake antivenom (e.g., CroFab)

Codes often confused with 3002.12

Common mistake. This code is distinct from 300213, 300214, and 300215 which cover immunological products, especially if they are unmixed or put up in measured doses for retail. It can also be confused with 300211 (whole blood) if not sufficiently processed.

3002.13Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products; immunological products, unmixed, not put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale3002.14Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products; immunological products, mixed, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale3002.15Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products; immunological products, put up in measured doses or in forms or packings for retail sale

Top exporters and importers of HS code 300212, 2025

In 2025, the largest exporter of HS code 300212 in UN Comtrade data was the United States, with 25% of world exports; the largest importer in UN Comtrade data was Germany, with 18% 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. 1 United States $11.4B
  2. 2 Germany $10.6B
  3. 3 Austria $5.5B

World total: $46.0B Reported figures on UN Comtrade ↗

Top importers 2025 · share of world imports

  1. 1 Germany $7.5B
  2. 2 United States $5.6B
  3. 3 Austria $4.2B

World total: $42.2B 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 3002.12 19

Brazil splits HS 3002.12 into 19 NCM codes, Mercosur's 8-digit tariff lines.

  1. 3002.12.1 Specific antisera from immunised animals or personsAntissoros específicos de animais ou de pessoas imunizados Group
  2. 3002.12.11 Antiophidic and other antivenom antiseraAntiofídicos e outros antivenenosos
  3. 3002.12.12 Antitetanus antiserumAntitetânico
  4. 3002.12.13 Anticatarrhal antiserumAnticatarral
  5. 3002.12.14 Antipyogenic antiserumAntipiogênico
  6. 3002.12.15 Antidiphtheria antiserumAntidiftérico
  7. 3002.12.16 Polyvalent antiseraPolivalentes
  8. 3002.12.19 Other specific antiseraOutros
  9. 3002.12.2 Other blood fractions, other than those prepared as medicamentsOutras frações do sangue, exceto as preparadas como medicamentos Group
  10. 3002.12.21 Anti-Rh immunoglobulinImunoglobulina anti-Rh
  11. 3002.12.22 Other serum immunoglobulinsOutras imunoglobulinas séricas
  12. 3002.12.23 Factor VIII concentrateConcentrado de fator VIII
  13. 3002.12.24 Serum albumin gel for diagnostic reagentsSoroalbumina, sob a forma de gel, para preparação de reagentes de diagnóstico
  14. 3002.12.29 Other blood fractions, not as medicamentsOutros
  15. 3002.12.3 Other blood fractions, prepared as medicamentsOutras frações do sangue, preparadas como medicamentos Group
  16. 3002.12.31 Non-human serum albuminSoroalbumina, exceto a humana
  17. 3002.12.32 Plasmin (fibrinolysin)Plasmina (fibrinolisina)
  18. 3002.12.33 UrokinaseUroquinase
  19. 3002.12.34 Immunoglobulin with histamine hydrochlorideImunoglobulina e cloridrato de histamina, associados
  20. 3002.12.35 Immunoglobulin G, lyophilised or in solutionImunoglobulina G, liofilizada ou em solução
  21. 3002.12.36 Human serum albuminSoroalbumina humana
  22. 3002.12.39 Other blood fractions prepared as medicamentsOutros

All Brazil NCM codes in heading 30.02 →

Source: Siscomex NCM table, updated Oct 2026. The Portuguese text is official; the English is our translation.

Questions about HS 3002.12

What is HS code 300212?

HS code 300212 is a 6-digit subheading in the Harmonized System that covers: Blood, human or animal, antisera, other blood fractions and immunological products; antisera and other blood fractions. This HS code specifically targets antisera and other blood fractions, whether human or animal, which are crucial components in diagnostics, research, and therapeutic applications. These products are vital for passive immunization, disease detection, and the production of various biopharmaceuticals. Major importers include pharmaceutical manufacturers, diagnostic kit producers, research institutions, and hospitals, all requiring high-quality, purified blood components. Exporters are typically countries with advanced blood collection and processing facilities, robust healthcare systems, and strong biopharmaceutical industries. The trade is characterized by extremely strict regulatory controls, rigorous testing for pathogens, complex cold chain logistics, and ethical considerations regarding sourcing. The global demand is driven by the need for effective treatments for infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders, and emergency medical interventions.

What products fall under HS code 300212?

Human albumin solution (bulk), Immunoglobulin G (IgG) concentrate, Fibrinogen concentrate, Anti-D immunoglobulin, Tetanus antitoxin, Diphtheria antitoxin, Snake antivenom

What are common misclassifications for HS code 300212?

This code is distinct from 300213, 300214, and 300215 which cover immunological products, especially if they are unmixed or put up in measured doses for retail. It can also be confused with 300211 (whole blood) if not sufficiently processed.

Which countries are the top exporters of goods under HS code 300212?

In 2025, the top exporters of HS code 300212 in UN Comtrade data were the United States ($11.4B, 25% of world exports), Germany ($10.6B) and Austria ($5.5B). World exports came to about $46.0B, 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 300212?

In 2025, the top importers of HS code 300212 in UN Comtrade data were Germany ($7.5B, 18% of world imports), the United States ($5.6B) and Austria ($4.2B). World imports came to about $42.2B, 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 300212 structured?

HS code 300212 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (30) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (02) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (12) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.

What is the Brazil NCM code for HS code 300212?

Brazil splits HS code 300212 into 19 NCM codes: 3002.12.11 (Antiophidic and other antivenom antisera), 3002.12.12 (Antitetanus antiserum), 3002.12.13 (Anticatarrhal antiserum), 3002.12.14 (Antipyogenic antiserum), 3002.12.15 (Antidiphtheria antiserum), 3002.12.16 (Polyvalent antisera), 3002.12.19 (Other specific antisera), 3002.12.21 (Anti-Rh immunoglobulin), and more listed on this page. The first 6 digits of each match the HS code.