HTS US: 3001.XX.XXXX
Description
HTS Code 3001 encompasses a range of substances derived from glands and other organs, primarily intended for organotherapeutic uses. These products may be dried or powdered and include extracts obtained from glands or their secretions. Among the notable substances classified here is heparin and its salts, a critical anticoagulant used in medical treatments.
The heading includes:
- Dried glands and organs or their powdered forms intended for therapeutic use.
- Extracts derived from glands, organs, or their secretions, prepared for organotherapeutic applications.
- Heparin and its salts, widely used as blood thinners in clinical settings.
- Other human or animal substances prepared for therapeutic or prophylactic uses that do not fall under other specific headings.
Code Hierarchy
- Section VI: Products of the Chemical or Allied Industries (Chapters 28-38)
- Chapter 30: Pharmaceutical Products
- Heading 3001: Glands and other organs for organotherapeutic uses, dried, whether or not powdered; extracts of glands or other organs or of their secretions for organotherapeutic uses; heparin and its salts; other human or animal substances prepared for therapeutic or prophylactic uses, not elsewhere specified or included.
- US HTS Code (10-digit):
3001.XX.XXXX– Detailed classification specifying type and form of the organotherapeutic substance.
Detailed Breakdown of Subheadings
The 10-digit HTS codes under heading 3001 are differentiated by the type of extract or substance. Below is a detailed table illustrating these subcategories:
| HTS Code | Description | Examples & Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3001.20.00.00 | Extracts of glands or other organs or of their secretions | Includes liquid or powdered extracts prepared for therapeutic uses derived from glands or organs. |
| 3001.90.01 | Other substances prepared for therapeutic or prophylactic uses | General category for other organotherapeutic substances not elsewhere specified. |
| 3001.90.01.10 | Liver | Preparations specifically derived from liver tissues for therapeutic use. |
| 3001.90.01.50 | Other | Includes other organ-based preparations excluding liver. |
| 3001.90.01.90 | Other | Miscellaneous organotherapeutic substances not classified in previous codes. |
What is NOT Classified Here?
To ensure accurate classification, note these exclusions:
- Whole or fresh glands and organs intended for food or non-therapeutic uses are excluded.
- Pharmaceutical products that are chemically synthesized or not derived from animal or human tissues fall under other headings in Chapter 30.
- Vaccines and sera are classified separately under headings 3002 and 3003.
Notes
- Regulatory Compliance: Products under HTS 3001 often require compliance with stringent pharmaceutical regulations, including import licenses and quality certifications.
- Duty Rates: Duty rates vary depending on the exact 10-digit subheading; some extracts may be duty-free depending on trade agreements and intended use.
- Country of Origin Labeling: Accurate origin labeling is mandatory due to the sensitive nature of these products.
Declaration Example
Product: Shipment of dried liver extracts prepared for therapeutic use.US HTS Code:
3001.90.01.10(Liver)Unit of Quantity: Kilogram (kg)
General Duty Rate: Check current USHTS (May be duty-free or subject to minimal duty)
Additional Requirements: FDA approval, pharmaceutical import license, and material safety data sheets.
Related HTS Codes
- HTS 3002: Vaccines for human medicine.
- HTS 3003: Medicaments consisting of mixed or unmixed products for therapeutic uses.
- HTS 3004: Medicaments containing antibiotics or hormones.
