HS Code for Streptomycin

Streptomycin and its derivatives are classified under HS code 2941.20. Chapter 29 covers organic chemicals, and heading 2941 is dedicated to antibiotics. Subheading 2941.20 specifically identifies streptomycins, their derivatives, and their salts. This classification is used for the bulk chemical substance rather than finished dosage forms prepared for therapeutic use. The chemical structure of streptomycin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic derived from Streptomyces griseus, defines its placement here. Derivatives such as dihydrostreptomycin are also included, provided they retain the core chemical characteristics of the parent compound. This code is vital for the pharmaceutical industry and regulatory bodies to track the movement of raw antibiotic materials. It ensures that the substance is treated as a chemical intermediate or raw material rather than a finished medicament, which would be subject to different pharmaceutical regulations and trade controls.

Products Included

• Streptomycin sulfate in bulk
• Dihydrostreptomycin and its salts
• Streptomycin hydrochloride
• Pure streptomycin powder for laboratory use
• Derivatives of streptomycin used in veterinary medicine

Common Misclassification

Streptomycin is frequently misclassified under HS code 3004.10. However, Chapter 30 is for medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, put up in measured doses or for retail sale. If the streptomycin is in bulk form, it must stay in 2941.20. It is also sometimes confused with 2941.10, which is specifically for penicillins.

FAQ

What is the HS code for Streptomycin?

The HS code for bulk streptomycin and its derivatives is 2941.20.

Is this the code for streptomycin injections?

No, if the streptomycin is prepared in vials for injection (retail sale), it should be classified under heading 3004.