About HS Code 300640
This HS code encompasses pharmaceutical goods such as dental cements, other dental fillings, and bone reconstruction cements. These specialized materials are crucial for restorative dentistry and orthopedic bone repair procedures globally. The international trade involves manufacturers of dental and medical biomaterials, supplying dental clinics, hospitals, and orthopedic surgeons. Key factors influencing this market include biocompatibility, mechanical strength, durability, ease of application, and adherence to international standards for medical devices. The market is driven by the high prevalence of dental caries, an aging population requiring bone repair and joint replacements, and continuous advancements in biomaterials science that offer improved patient outcomes and longevity of restorations.
Products Under This Code
Glass ionomer cements, Zinc oxide eugenol cements, Composite resin fillings, Amalgam fillings, Calcium phosphate cements, Bone graft cements, Root canal sealers
Real World Examples
Fuji IX GP (glass ionomer), IRM Intermediate Restorative Material (ZOE), Filtek Supreme Ultra (composite), Palacos Bone Cement, CMW Bone Cement
Common Misclassification
Can be confused with 340700 (modelling pastes, dental waxes) if not clearly identified as a filling or cement, or 9021 (orthopedic appliances) if the material is part of a larger implant system.
Products Classified Under 3006.40
Industry
This code belongs to the Chemicals industry.
Trade Overview
The USA, Germany, and Japan are major importers due to high demand for dental and orthopedic procedures, while the USA, Germany, and Switzerland are prominent exporters of these specialized medical materials.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is HS code 300640?
HS code 300640 covers: Pharmaceutical goods; dental cements and other dental fillings, bone reconstruction cements. This HS code encompasses pharmaceutical goods such as dental cements, other dental fillings, and bone reconstruction cements. These specialized materials are crucial for restorative dentistry and orthopedic bone repair procedures globally. The international trade involves manufacturers of dental and medical biomaterials, supplying dental clinics, hospitals, and orthopedic surgeons. Key factors influencing this market include biocompatibility, mechanical strength, durability, ease of application, and adherence to international standards for medical devices. The market is driven by the high prevalence of dental caries, an aging population requiring bone repair and joint replacements, and continuous advancements in biomaterials science that offer improved patient outcomes and longevity of restorations.
What products fall under HS code 300640?
Glass ionomer cements, Zinc oxide eugenol cements, Composite resin fillings, Amalgam fillings, Calcium phosphate cements, Bone graft cements, Root canal sealers
What are common misclassifications for HS code 300640?
Can be confused with 340700 (modelling pastes, dental waxes) if not clearly identified as a filling or cement, or 9021 (orthopedic appliances) if the material is part of a larger implant system.
How is HS code 300640 structured?
HS code 300640 is a 6-digit subheading under the Harmonized System. The first 2 digits (30) identify the chapter, digits 3-4 (06) identify the heading, and digits 5-6 (40) specify the subheading. This code is standardized globally by the World Customs Organization.