HS Code for Insulin medicine

Insulin-based medicaments are classified under HS code 3004.31, a designation that applies when the insulin is prepared for therapeutic or prophylactic use and is packaged for retail sale. This classification is situated within Chapter 30, which encompasses pharmaceutical products. The specific subheading 3004.31 is dedicated to insulin, a critical hormone used globally for the management of diabetes mellitus. To qualify for this code, the insulin must be \"put up in measured doses\" or in \"packings for retail sale.\" This includes a variety of delivery formats such as glass vials, cartridges designed for use in insulin pens, and pre-filled disposable insulin pens. The requirement for retail packaging is what distinguishes 3004.31 from bulk insulin, which is classified in Chapter 29 as a pure hormone (specifically 2937.12). Furthermore, if the insulin is prepared as a medicament but not packaged for retail sale (e.g., in large bulk containers for hospital use), it might fall under heading 3003. The classification 3004.31 covers all types of insulin, including those derived from animal pancreases and those produced via recombinant DNA technology, often referred to as human insulin or insulin analogs.

Products Included

• Insulin glargine pre-filled pens
• Rapid-acting insulin cartridges for pumps
• Isophane insulin vials for retail sale
• Biphasic insulin preparations in measured doses
• Insulin aspart injection sets

Common Misclassification

The most frequent misclassification is with HS code 2937.12, which covers insulin as a pure hormone in bulk form. Once the insulin is formulated into a medicine and packaged for the end-user, it must move to 3004.31. Another error involves 3003.31, which is for insulin medicaments not put up in measured doses or retail packaging. Additionally, insulin pumps (the mechanical devices) are classified under 9018.90 as medical instruments, not as medicaments, though the insulin cartridges they contain are 3004.31.

FAQ

What is the HS code for insulin medicine?

The HS code for insulin medicaments packaged for retail sale is 3004.31.

Does this code include insulin in bulk form?

No, bulk insulin that is not yet in retail packaging or measured doses is typically classified under HS code 2937.12.