HS Code for Blood fractions

Blood fractions are classified under HS code 3002.12. This code is situated within Chapter 30, which encompasses pharmaceutical products. Heading 3002 is broad, covering human blood, animal blood prepared for therapeutic, prophylactic, or diagnostic uses, as well as antisera, other blood fractions, and immunological products. The 2022 HS nomenclature update refined the subheadings under 3002.1 to better distinguish between antisera, blood fractions, and immunological products. Subheading 3002.12 specifically targets antisera and other blood fractions. These products are derived from the processing of whole blood to isolate specific components such as proteins, rather than being the whole blood itself. The classification depends on the biological origin and the degree of processing. If the product is a modified immunological product, it might fall under 3002.13, 3002.14, or 3002.15, but standard fractions like albumin or globulins remain under 3002.12. This classification is vital for regulatory compliance, as products in Chapter 30 are often subject to stringent health and safety inspections by national medical authorities. The distinction between a "fraction" and a "medicament" is also key; while fractions are used in medicine, they are classified here as basic biological products rather than finished dosage forms found in 3004.

Products Included

• Human albumin
• Gamma globulin
• Fibrinogen
• Plasma proteins
• Hemoglobin
• Blood fractions of animal origin
• Antisera (specific and non-specific)

Common Misclassification

Blood fractions are often confused with HS code 3002.15, which covers immunological products put up in measured doses or for retail sale. If the fraction is specifically an immunological product (like a monoclonal antibody) and is packaged for final use, 3002.15 is more appropriate. Another common misclassification is 3822.19, which covers diagnostic reagents. While blood fractions can be used in diagnostics, if they are pure blood components, 3002.12 takes precedence over the general reagent category in Chapter 38.

FAQ

What is the HS code for blood fractions?

The HS code for antisera and other blood fractions is 3002.12.

Are vaccines classified under the same HS code as blood fractions?

No, vaccines for human medicine are classified under HS code 3002.41, while vaccines for veterinary medicine are under 3002.42.